Planning Committee - March 2023
Planning | 10 March 2023
Aviemore Macdonald Resort
This document contains a notice of meetings for the Cairngorms National Park Authority on 10 March 2023. The meetings will be held in person at the Macdonald Aviemore Resort. The Resources Committee meeting is at 9am, the Planning Committee at 10.30am, and the Performance Committee at 2.30pm. Agendas and papers will be available on the Cairngorms National Park Authority website the Friday before the meetings.
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This document contains the agenda for the Cairngorms National Park Authority Planning Committee meeting on 10 March 2023. The meeting will begin at 10.30am at Aviemore Highland Resort, Aviemore. Items include welcoming attendees, apologies, declarations of interest, and the minutes from the previous meeting. The agenda also covers updates on the National Planning Framework 4 and a response to the Highland Council Consultation on Grantown Conservation Management Plan. Detailed planning permission requests will be discussed for projects such as road formation, self-catering apartments, commercial letting units, and the discharge of a legal agreement. Finally, the committee will decide on whether to object to the Ourack Wind Farm project, and will discuss the date of the next meeting.
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This document contains the agenda for the Cairngorms National Park Authority (Park Authority) Planning Committee meeting on 10 March 2023. The meeting will begin at 10.30am at Aviemore Highland Resort, Aviemore. The agenda includes a welcome, apologies, declaration of interest, and the minutes from the previous meeting on 27 January 2023. The committee will receive updates on the National Planning Framework 4, a response to the Highland Council Consultation on Grantown Conservation Management Plan, and consider several detailed planning permissions for developments in the Park Authority including a road formation in Newtonmore, self-catering apartments in Aviemore and commercial letting units in Knockgranish. The committee will also decide on a S75A application and provide a recommendation regarding Ourack Wind Farm. The meeting will conclude with any other business and a discussion of the date of the next meeting.
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This document contains the draft minutes from the Cairngorms National Park Authority Planning Committee meeting held on 27 January 2023. During the meeting, members welcomed attendees and addressed declarations of interest related to item 5 on the agenda. The minutes from the previous meeting on 9 December 2022 were approved, and the committee discussed a consultation on the Badenoch and Strathspey short-term let control area policy, raising points of clarity and concerns, before agreeing to submit a response. The committee also reviewed feedback from the Scottish Government on the Park Authority's planning performance framework report for 2021/2022 and noted that the National Planning Framework 4 was approved by the Scottish Parliament. Finally, they thanked Judith Webb for her contributions and set the date for the next meeting as 10 March 2023.
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This document contains information for the Cairngorms National Park Authority Planning Committee regarding the adoption of Scotland's National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4) and its role as part of the Cairngorms National Park's Development Plan. NPF4, adopted on 13 February 2023, includes new policies relating to climate change and renewable energy and is intended to be applied consistently across Scotland, including in decisions regarding planning applications that affect the National Park, even those outside of its boundaries. The planning team will ensure NPF4 policies are appropriately considered in reports to the Planning Committee and will monitor the ways in which they do so.
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This document contains the Scottish Government's National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4), which sets out policies and proposals for land development and use, aiming to improve lives by creating sustainable, liveable, and productive places. The document includes a spatial strategy for Scotland until 2045, promoting principles like just transition, conserving assets, and local living. It addresses climate change, biodiversity, and the need for quality homes and infrastructure, and focuses on economic growth. The framework also identifies regional spatial priorities and national developments to guide planning decisions and support community wellbeing, with the aim of achieving a net-zero, nature-positive, and inclusive economy.
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This document contains a planning application for the formation of a road and Sustainable Drainage System (SuDS) basin in Newtonmore, Highland, submitted by Tulloch Homes Ltd on 7 November 2022. The Cairngorms National Park Authority (Park Authority) is considering approving the proposal, subject to conditions, as it aligns with local development plan policies regarding design, landscape, and natural heritage. Consultations with various bodies, including Scottish Water, NatureScot, and Highland Council teams, have raised no major objections, although some require further details or conditions related to drainage, planting, and protection of breeding birds. The Park Authority's Ecology Officer noted the River Spey Special Area of Conservation (SAC) is nearby but unlikely to be affected. Overall, the proposal is deemed acceptable, with any remaining concerns to be addressed through imposed conditions.
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This document contains plans for agenda item 6, appendix 1, application 2022/0358/DET for the Cairngorms National Park Authority planning committee on 10 March 2023. The plans detail a location plan, site layout plan, overall site layout, roads adoption plan, and landscape proposals for a sustainable drainage system (SuDS) installation and housing development by Tulloch Homes Ltd on Perth Road in Newtonmore. The proposal includes various phases of development with affordable housing, private dwellings, and associated landscaping, including planting schedules and maintenance plans.
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This document contains a Habitats Regulations Appraisal for planning application 2022/0358/DET, regarding the formation of a road and Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) basin. The appraisal, dated 13 January 2023, was conducted by Karen Aldridge, an Ecology Planning Advice Officer. The area of interest is the River Spey Special Area of Conservation (SAC), which is home to otters, freshwater pearl mussels, sea lampreys, and Atlantic salmon. The appraisal concludes that the proposed construction, located approximately 300 metres from the River Spey SAC, is unlikely to have a significant effect on the site or its conservation objectives. Therefore, no further assessment is required, and it's been ascertained that the development will not adversely affect the site's integrity.
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This document contains information regarding a planning application submitted to the Cairngorms National Park Authority for a proposed development in Aviemore. The development includes the erection of 22 self-catering apartments, shops, a hotel, and underground parking on Grampian Road. The application has been recommended for approval subject to conditions, despite objections from consultees regarding flood risk, traffic impact, and landscape concerns. Key issues discussed in the document are compliance with development plan policies, environmental impacts, access and parking, and developer contributions. The application is recommended that it be approved but that it will need to be notified to Scottish Ministers due to an outstanding objection by a Government Agency.
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This document contains plans for a mixed-use development on Grampian Road in Aviemore, submitted for review by the Cairngorms National Park Authority. The project by Upland Developments Limited, includes apartments, commercial units, and a hotel. The plans show site layouts, building elevations, floor plans, landscaping, and visualisations of the proposed development, with specific attention paid to landscaping and maintenance of the area near the Aviemore Burn.
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This document contains a Habitats Regulations Appraisal for planning application 2023/0007/DET, regarding the erection of 23 self-catering apartments, shops, a hotel, and underground parking in Aviemore. The appraisal, updated on 13 February 2023, examines the potential impact of the development on the Kinveachy Forest Special Protection Area (SPA) and the River Spey Special Area of Conservation (SAC). The appraisal concludes that the development is unlikely to have a significant effect on the Kinveachy Forest SPA, but there is potential for a significant effect on the River Spey SAC due to the risk of sediment release during construction. To mitigate this risk, the appraisal recommends the implementation of a Construction Environmental Management Plan and Method Statement. If these conditions are met, the appraisal concludes that the development will not have an adverse effect on the integrity of either site.
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This document contains a summary of comments from the Aviemore and Vicinity Community Council regarding a planning application (2023/0007/DET) for the erection of 22 self-catering apartments, shops, a hotel, and underground parking on Grampian Road in Aviemore. The Community Council objects to the application, raising concerns about the scale and height of the proposed buildings, increased traffic and parking issues, the impact on public space, potential over-provision of hotel accommodation, and the lack of affordable housing options. They believe the development could negatively impact the character of Aviemore and exacerbate existing housing shortages.
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This document contains representations and objections regarding planning application 22/05824/FUL for the erection of 22 self-catering apartments, shops, a hotel, and underground parking on Grampian Road in Aviemore. The objections raise concerns about the height of the proposed development, its potential negative impact on the character of Aviemore, and the increased traffic and congestion it could cause. Objectors also highlight the lack of affordable housing for local people and staff, the strain on existing infrastructure, and the potential for over-tourism to negatively affect the area. Concerns were raised about the impact on the Milton Burn, including flood risk, water quality and the loss of natural habitat. Additionally, objectors argue that the development is not in compliance with the Cairngorms National Park Authority (CNPA) Local Development Plan (LDP) and would negatively impact the landscape and environment.
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This document contains a proposal for the erection of 20 commercial letting units and access roads at Land 85M SE Of Batching Plant Knockgranish Aviemore. The application, submitted by Granish Farm Partnership on 21 February 2022, is recommended for approval subject to conditions. The site, located north of Aviemore, is 1.24 hectares of vacant land near a semi-industrial area. The proposal includes three blocks of light industrial units with parking and infrastructure, designed to support the local economy and make use of a brownfield site. Several consultees, including Highland Council and Scottish Water, have been involved, resulting in conditions to protect the environment, ensure road safety, and maintain access.
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This document contains the plans for Agenda Item 8, Appendix I, related to application 2022/0057/DET for the Cairngorms National Park Authority Planning Committee on 10 March 2023. The plans include location details, site access, landscaping, and visual elevations for a proposed commercial unit development in Granish, Aviemore, submitted by Granish Farm Partnership Limited. It details the layout of the units, parking, tree planting, and construction materials.
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This document contains the comments from the Community Council regarding planning application 2022/0057/DET for the erection of 20 commercial letting units and access roads on land near Aviemore. The Aviemore and Vicinity Community Council is neutral on the application itself, but they have concerns about the increased traffic onto the B9152 and hope this will be addressed in the planning process.
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This document contains information regarding an application to discharge a Section 75 Legal Agreement on a dwelling located within the grounds of the Laggan Country Hotel in Newtonmore. The original agreement, tied to a 2009 planning permission, restricted occupancy to someone involved in the hotel business. The current applicant, Ms Carly Flockhart, seeks to remove this restriction to use the dwelling as holiday accommodation ancillary to the hotel. The Cairngorms National Park Authority (Park Authority) Planning Committee is reviewing the application, considering current development plan policies and national guidance, and the recommendation is to approve the discharge, as it would not prejudice the hotel business or be required under current policies.
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This document contains a Planning Decision Notice from the Cairngorms National Park Authority, dated 10 June 2009, granting full planning permission for the erection of a dwelling at the site in the grounds of Laggan Country Hotel, Laggan. The permission is subject to several conditions, including that the development must begin within five years, no house extension, greenhouse, shed or garage can be erected without prior consent from the Planning Authority, exact details of external finishing materials must be approved, a landscaping scheme must be submitted and maintained, no trees shall be lopped without permission, an existing caravan must be removed, and the bellmouth of the access shall be resurfaced. The document also contains information about the right to appeal to Scottish Ministers and notes about other necessary consents.
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This document contains a Minute of Agreement concerning planning application 2023/0081/DET for a legal agreement under Section 75 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997. It's between the Cairngorms National Park Authority, David and Janet Huisman (the proprietors of Laggan Country Hotel), and Abbey National PLC (the security holder). The agreement addresses the construction of a dwelling on the site, restrictions on occupancy, obligations related to disposal, and securities, as well as discharge conditions, and provides for arbitration in case of disputes. The Huisman's are obliged to reimburse the National Park Authority for legal expenses related to the agreement.
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This document contains a consultation from the Scottish Government Energy Consents & Deployment Unit regarding a proposed wind farm called Ourack Watch. The Cairngorms National Park Authority (Park Authority) planning committee reviewed the proposal, which includes 18 turbines and temporary construction access route works near Castle Grant. The Park Authority has no objections to the wind farm itself, or the construction access, subject to certain conditions, including that any construction plans agreed upon will not impact the natural heritage of the National Park.
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This document contains the agenda for the Cairngorms National Park Authority Planning Committee meeting on 10 March 2022, specifically agenda item 10. It includes an appendix about the Ourack Wind Farm and shows the cumulative wind farms within 45km of the proposed site. The appendix includes a map showing the location of the proposed turbines and existing, under construction, consented and application wind farms in the area.
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This document contains information for the Cairngorms National Park Authority's Planning Committee Agenda Item 10 on 10 March 2022, specifically Appendix 2, which relates to the Ourack Wind Farm. The document includes a map showing the zone of theoretical visibility (ZTV) to the blade tip of the wind turbines, along with the locations of various viewpoints within and around the Cairngorms National Park. This map is part of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) report for the wind farm.
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This document contains information about the Cairngorms National Park Authority's Planning Committee Agenda Item 10 from 10 March 2022. It includes an appendix showing the cumulative Zone of Theoretical Visibility (ZTV) within 20 to 45km for the Ourack Wind Farm, along with existing, consented, and application wind farms. The document also provides a map showing proposed turbine locations, local authority boundaries, and distances from the proposed turbines within the Cairngorms National Park.
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This document contains the Cairngorms National Park Authority's Planning Committee agenda item 10 from 10 March 2022, with Appendix 4 focusing on the Ourack Wind Farm and the Castle Grant Western Bypass Route. It includes a proposed bypass plan, a proposed section through Dava Way, and details on the center line option B longsection. The document also notes important health, safety, and environmental information, along with general notes about scaling, data, and survey information. There are diagrams and notes about blade delivery vehicle access as well.
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This document contains information for the Cairngorms National Park Authority's Planning Committee about a consultation on a draft Grantown-on-Spey Conservation Area Management Plan from the Highland Council. The document recommends that the Planning Committee agree to let officers submit a response to the consultation. It also discusses the Park Authority's proposed consultation response, including thanking the Highland Council, agreeing with certain aspects of the plan, and suggesting some changes to better support climate resilience and the adaptation of buildings, while still preserving the area's character. The next step is to submit the consultation response to the Highland Council before 19 March.
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This document contains the minutes from the Cairngorms National Park Authority Planning Committee meeting held on 10 March 2023. The meeting covered several planning applications, including the formation of a road and suds basin in Newtonmore, the erection of 22 self-catering apartments, shops, a hotel, and underground parking in Aviemore, and the erection of 20 commercial letting units and access roads in Knockgranish, Aviemore. The committee also discussed an application to remove an occupancy restriction associated with planning permission and the Ourack Wind Farm application. Additionally, the committee considered the response to the Highland Council's consultation on a Draft Grantown on Spey Conservation Area Management Plan. The meeting also acknowledged the last Planning Committee for Alan Atkins, Willie McKenna, Willie Munro and Anne Rae MacDonald, and the next meeting was scheduled for 28 April in Grantown on Spey.
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