EACH week, hundreds of planning applications come before Cornwall Council’s planning department, seeking to win approval for various plans right across the Duchy, with some concerning Holsworthy handled by Torridge District Council.

These plans can comprise of a number of different reasonings– ranging from permission to replace windows or listed building consent ranging up to large house building developments or changing of use of a building, for instance, from an office to a café, or flats.

Within this large and often complex system, there are a number of formats from which planning advice and approval can be sought.

These range from full applications where all the details which comprise a proposed development or work to a building are submitted, to outline applications, where further details are yet to be confirmed, for example, an outline application with reserved matters for appearance may not confirm the final proposed development but rather seek permission in principle.

An example of this is one for an outline permission for 20 dwellings on land with reserved matters for appearance and scale; the reserved matters would require further permission later for their inclusion.

Other types of applications include pre-application advice requests, where would-be developers submit often outline proposals to a local authority to ascertain whether it is likely to gain support or not prior to submitting a planning application.

The vast majority of applications are decided by planning officers employed by a local authority under ‘delegated powers’, meaning they do so on behalf of their employer, however, some applications are ‘called in’ by local councillors to be discussed at an area’s strategic planning committee meeting, meaning the final decision rests with a committee of councillors.

The change of use of land to a retirement livery, equestrian use and proposed field shelter, incorporating a temporary rural/equestrian workers dwelling and the formation of a new parking area on land west of Valley View, Morwenstow, Bude has been approved by Cornwall Council.

The applicant, Katy Malone, told Cornwall Council: “I am proposing that the site be used for retirement livery, to provide a supplementary income for myself and my three children, alongside my work at Woolley Moor Equestrian. There is a great need for retirement livery services, in general, as our increasing equine population in the UK is living longer than ever, due to developments in veterinary care. These niche, specific retirement services are not currently provided by any other livery premises in the local community and would both compliment and advantage neighbouring equestrian businesses.

“The retirement livery I would like to offer is a full livery package (where there is no requirement of the horse owner to carry out any aspect of horse care themselves), where horses are kept out at grass, as a herd, with the provision of optional open-access shelter.”

In order to provide full time support, a mobile home was proposed to be sited on the land for the occupation of Ms Malone and her family.

Cornwall Council approved the proposals, subject to conditions relating to the siting of the mobile home, namely that it is to be only occupied by Ms Malone or someone working for her, and that permission for the aforementioned mobile home is granted for a maximum of three years and removed afterwards.

The rationale for this was: “The proposed development would be undesirable if allowed to become permanently established in this area but permission is given in this instance for a temporary time to allow the applicant to establish the viable rural business where there is an essential need for a presence on the site.”

A GROWING Bodmin manufacturing business has submitted plans for a new factory which could see the expansion of jobs.

Design for Sport Developments Ltd designs equipment for various sports, including a cardiowall and a specifically designed tennis umpire’s chair among their offerings.

Directors of the company have submitted an application to Cornwall Council to construct a new manufacturing and warehousing unit on land at 16 Normandy Way, Bodmin.

The land is currently undeveloped brownfield land which was most recently used as car parking for the now-defunct Microtest IT services headquarters adjacent, with the land itself previously being a boarded up and derelict factory known as the headquarters of Cirbo Ltd, a precision tool company until that was demolished in 2012.

In a design and access statement submitted to Cornwall Council, Situ8, the agents for the applicant, said: “Situ8 Ltd have been instructed to act on behalf of Design for Sport Developments Ltd to write a supporting Planning Design and Access statement for the construction of a new purpose built 21st century manufacturing and warehouse unit with associated areas for staff accommodation and office space.

“Off road parking provision is provided for staff and articulated vehicles. The applicant makes the case for the development on the basis of the consolidation of the business growth direction for 2025 and beyond.

“The business is currently operative from other premises in the town that are now longer suitable or fit for purpose. To ensure resilience and growth this site provides the right site conditions, location and space necessary to consolidate the enterprise.”

The agents added the business need for the development, adding: “Design for Sport Developments Ltd design and assemble (after sub-contract manufacture in the South- West) products to motivate & encourage people to be more active in theme parks, trampoline parks, family entertainment centres, health clubs & gyms. The business is dedicated to creating, making and building interactive cutting-edge products that bring energy to the trampoline, soft play and FEC markets across the globe.

“Staff work closely with clients, from concept to delivery whilst providing customised solutions that suit the unique needs of each venue. The company focusses on creating innovative, safe and engaging experiences. The business also advises on the right products and strategies to unlock the full potential of client’s parks, ensuring long-term success and lasting customer satisfaction.

“The development proposal will consolidate the business into one site as it currently operates from other local sites elsewhere in the town of Bodmin. The business has flourished over the years, and it is anticipated that once this development has been implemented that there will be further opportunities for growth and provision of additional jobs.”

According to the planning documents, it is anticipated that if approved the factory will involve the provision of 30 jobs at the outset.

Further detail regarding the plans, with Situ8 adding: “Permission is sought for a purpose-built manufacturing/warehouse unit on the industrial/business estate at Normandy Way. The site area of the proposed building measures approx. 35 metres x 20 metres and will provide manufacturing/warehouse space at ground level with a small mezzanine over for staff facilities and an office etc. Parking is provided at the site for staff and customers. All appropriate facilities are to be provided within the fabric of the building i.e. canteen, office space, WCs etc.

“The access arrangements will remain but there will be improved and widened openings to enable articulated vehicles onto the site. There will be an access and egress point for all traffic. Good visibility onto Normandy Way is provided with all vehicles being able to enter and leave in a forward gear and in a safe manner.

“A total of 23 car spaces is proposed (for 30 staff) although it should be noted that local staff are already encouraged to travel by alternate means i.e bus, walking and also carsharing arrangements. It should be noted that there are nearby bus stops within walking distance of the application site.”

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