Document Hare Hill SANG Infrastructure

The Committee was appraised of three options with regard to making required improvements to the infrastructure at Hare Hill open space, in order to resolve identified issues, and comply with the SANG management plan.  Each option was outlined, and correspondence with colleagues in Planning shared which highlighted the particular circumstances of each in relation to Planning and Highways related matters, as well as consideration of ecological and biodiversity.

The estimated cost of each option was noted as were some complex legal and financial considerations which posed varying degrees of risk.  It was noted that consultation with Ward Councillors, residents and a planning application would be required whichever option was decided upon.  It was noted that it had been previously agreed to take a course of action but it had not been implemented, so needed rectifying.

It became apparent after a lengthy debate that Members required more information on the options and any alternatives to those proposed which might still resolve the identified issues.

Therefore, Officers agreed that in the light of concerns raised, to revert to colleagues in Planning with regard to issues raised at the meeting and to provide a further report to the Committee in January 2025 with more detailed legal, planning and financial information in order to help inform a final decision.

Resolved that –

Consideration of the options be deferred pending a further report to the Committee