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This document contains a notice of meeting for the Cairngorms National Park Authority. The meeting will be held on 24 September 2021, and it will be a video conference. Specifically, it will be the Planning Committee meeting at 10am, and it will be live streamed, a link is provided to watch the live stream. The agenda and papers for the meeting will be available the Friday before the meeting on the National Park Authority website.
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This document contains the agenda for the Cairngorms National Park Authority Planning Committee meeting on 24 September 2021. The meeting will be held virtually at 10am. Items on the agenda include welcomes and apologies, declaration of interest by members, minutes from the previous meeting on 27 August 2021, and a planning permission in principle for the erection of four houses. There will also be a discussion on the formation of a parking area, and the formation, maintenance, and upgrading of a vehicular access track. Furthermore, the agenda includes a review of the Planning Enforcement Charter, a Local Development Plan 2015 Monitoring Report, an LDP (Local Development Plan) – Action Programme, a Development Plan Scheme 2020/2021, any other business, and the date of the next meeting and quorum requirement.
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This document contains the draft minutes of the Cairngorms National Park Authority Planning Committee meeting held on 27 August 2021. The meeting covered several agenda items, including minutes from the previous meeting, declarations of interest, and a detailed planning permission for the erection of 16 huts with associated facilities. There was much discussion around the proposed hutting development, including concerns about its impact on woodland and the environment, leading to a motion to refuse the application which ultimately passed. The committee also discussed and approved a draft design and placemaking guidance for consultation and deferred an item to the next meeting, and the meeting concluded at 2.20pm, with the next meeting scheduled for 24 September 2021.
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This document contains information regarding a planning application for the erection of four residential units at Land 35M South Of The Snipe, 3 Deshar Court, Boat Of Garten. The application, submitted by The Community Housing Trust, was called in on 12 April 2021 and the recommendation is to approve the application subject to conditions. The development site is a 0.27 hectares area of land, which lies 35m south of The Snipe, 3 Deshar Court, Boat of Garten. The site is gently sloping, in a corner of land immediately outside the settlement boundary of Boat of Garten, with a fall from north to south. The site is greenfield, and is currently utilised as managed woodland.
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This document contains plans for a proposed housing development in Boat of Garten, within the Cairngorms National Park. The application number is 2021/0115/PPP. The plans show the location of four houses, a site plan detailing their layout and surrounding features (like parking, footpaths and existing trees), and a tree protection plan. The tree protection plan identifies trees to be retained and specifies protective measures during construction. The project is for the Highland Small Communities Housing Trust (HSCHT).
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This document contains a Habitats Regulations Appraisal for the Cairngorms National Park Authority (Park Authority), specifically agenda item 5, appendix 2, dated 24 September 2021. The appraisal, reference number 2021/0115/PPP, concerns the proposed erection of four houses with associated infrastructure on land south of The Snipe, 3 Deshar Court, Boat of Garten. The document assesses the potential impact of this development on the Abernethy Forest Special Protection Area (SPA) and its qualifying species, including capercaillie, osprey, and Scottish crossbill, concluding that all conservation objectives can be met and there will not be an adverse effect on site integrity.
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This document contains comments from the Boat of Garten Community Council regarding planning application 2021/0115/PPP for agenda item 5, appendix 3, which was submitted on 24 September 2021 to the Cairngorms National Park Authority Planning Committee. The Community Council supports the planning application submitted by CHT for affordable housing/plots in Boat of Garten, noting the identified need for more affordable housing from a wide-ranging community consultation. While acknowledging concerns raised by local residents, they expect CHT to work towards mutually agreeable solutions.
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This document contains a collection of objections to a planning application (2021/0115/PPP) for the erection of four houses on land south of The Snipe, Deshar Court, Boat of Garten. The objections, submitted by local residents and visitors, cite concerns that the development would go against the Cairngorms National Park Local Development Plan, destroy forest and natural habitats, disrupt cycling and walking routes, harm wildlife (including badgers and red squirrels), and negatively impact the character and appearance of the village. Objectors also fear the development could set a negative precedent for further building in the area and compromise the effectiveness of the Local Development Plan.
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This document contains a planning application for a new 61-vehicle car park near Loch Moraig in the Cairngorms National Park, submitted by The Outdoor Access Trust. The proposed car park is intended to address the lack of suitable parking for walkers accessing Beinn a' Ghlo, and to reduce damage to the surrounding environment caused by informal parking. The Cairngorms National Park Authority (Park Authority) recommends approving the application, subject to conditions including a Construction Method Statement, a drainage plan, a landscape plan, and an archaeological investigation. The Park Authority believes the proposal aligns with the Cairngorms National Park Local Development Plan 2021, promoting sustainable tourism and responsible outdoor access while minimizing environmental impact.
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This document contains plans for Agenda Item 6, Appendix I, reference number 2021/0207/DET, relating to Glen Tilt. The plans include location plans, a location and boundary map, an existing site plan, a car park layout, and car park sections, all dated between March and May 2021, prepared by Arvikaconsult Ltd. The drawings show the proposed car park's location in relation to Loch Moraig and the surrounding area, including access points and construction details. The plans also include copyright information from Ordnance Survey and notes regarding the interpretation of the drawings.
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This document contains a Habitats Regulations Appraisal for agenda item 6, appendix 2, dated 24 September 2021, concerning planning application 2021/0207/DET. The appraisal, dated 5 August 2021 and checked by Rebecca Watts, is for the creation of a formal parking area for 61 vehicles 150 metres west of Loch Moraig, Blair Atholl, Perthshire. The appraisal considers the potential effects on the Tulach Hill and Glen Fender Meadows Special Area of Conservation (SAC) and the Cairngorms Massif Special Protection Area (SPA). It concludes that the project is not directly connected to the management of the European sites and is not likely to have a significant effect on the sites because none of the qualifying interest are present in the area, and that the amount of visitors is not expected to change.
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This document contains a planning application for the Cairngorms National Park Authority's planning committee regarding the formation, maintenance, and upgrading of a vehicular access track located south of the B955 in Glen Clova. The application seeks retrospective permission for work on a track that has existed since 2008. While the landscape officer notes potential negative visual impacts due to the track's contrast with the surrounding environment, they acknowledge that restoration works included in the application could reduce these effects. The recommendation is to approve the application, subject to conditions, mainly the implementation of measures to prevent water pollution affecting the River South Esk Special Area of Conservation.
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This document contains plans for agenda item 8, appendix 1, under the reference number 2021/0262/DET. The plans relate to remedial works at Glen Clova Estate, specifically focusing on access tracks and paths. The plans show locations of site boundries, water crossings, ATV tracks, land rover tracks and new culverts. They detail how to refill drainage channels, and improve forestry track construction by improving drainage. It also describes the installation of a silt trap during drain repairs and culvert installation.
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This document contains information about a retrospective planning application for retaining an existing track and upgrading it at The Saddle, Clova Estate, Angus. The application, submitted on behalf of Mr H Niven, includes proposals to improve the track by fitting new culverts, repairing trackside drainage, removing/reprofiling spoil, and revegetating the soils. The application also addresses potential environmental impacts and flooding risks. Supporting documents provide details on track remediation, drainage works, and restoration plans.
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This document contains a Habitats Regulations Appraisal for planning application 2021/0262/DET, which concerns the formation, maintenance, and upgrading of a vehicular access track in Glen Clova. The appraisal, completed on 31 August 2021, assesses the potential impact of the project on two European sites: the Cairngorms Massif Special Protection Area (SPA) and the River South Esk Special Area of Conservation (SAC). The assessment concludes that the project is likely to have a significant effect on golden eagles (Cairngorms Massif SPA) and freshwater pearl mussels and Atlantic salmon (River South Esk SAC) due to potential habitat disturbance and sediment release. The appraisal suggests that the project as originally submitted would prevent meeting the conservation objectives of the River South Esk SAC, but if a condition to prevent sediment release is applied, it should meet conversation objectives.
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This document contains a proposal for the Cairngorms National Park Authority (CNPA) Planning Committee to approve their Planning Enforcement Charter for adoption and publication. Planning authorities are required to prepare an enforcement charter, and the CNPA's charter was first approved in June 2009 and has been reviewed a few times since. The current charter, approved in June 2018, is considered fit for purpose and explains how the CNPA carries out its planning enforcement duties. The recommendation is to re-approve the charter and submit it to Scottish Ministers for approval, after which it will be published online and displayed in public libraries. Future plans include annual reviews and reports on enforcement activity.
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This document contains the Planning Enforcement Charter for the Cairngorms National Park, updated in September 2021. It explains how planning rules are enforced, who is responsible, and how the Cairngorms National Park Authority (CNPA) and local councils share planning powers. It covers what happens when development occurs without permission or doesn't follow the approved plans, and how the public can report potential breaches. The charter also outlines the types of enforcement notices, how they are used, and the rights of appeal, as well as prioritising investigation of possible breaches of planning control and contact information for planning enforcement.
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This document contains the final monitoring report for the Cairngorms National Park Local Development Plan (LDP) 2015. The report gives an overview of how the LDP was used by both the Cairngorms National Park Authority and local authorities from 2015 to 2021 when determining planning applications and appeals. Over 2000 planning applications were determined, with around 7% determined by the Park Authority and 93% by local authorities, with an average approval rate of 91%. The most frequently referred to policy was Policy 3, Sustainable Design. Information on policy use will continue to be monitored annually for the 2021 LDP to inform future policies.
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This document contains a monitoring report of the Cairngorms National Park Local Development Plan (LDP) from April 2015 to March 2021. It provides an overview of how the 2015 LDP was used by the Cairngorms National Park Authority and local authorities. Over the monitoring period, there were 2,139 planning applications submitted within the National Park, with an average approval rate of around 91%. The main policy most referred to in planning reports was Policy 3 (Sustainable Design). The report also provides information on appeals and allocated sites.
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This document contains information for the Cairngorms National Park Authority's Planning Committee about the Local Development Plan (LDP) 2021 Action Programme. The Action Programme, adopted in March 2021, is a key tool for implementing the LDP's policies and proposals, helping to coordinate development and investment. It outlines actions, responsible organizations, and timelines for delivering the plan's key aspects, and will be updated annually. The programme identifies projects and infrastructure supporting the LDP, provides updates on development land supply, and addresses infrastructure and affordable housing needs. The Action Programme 2021 will be published on the Cairngorms National Park Authority website, sent to Scottish Ministers, and placed in local libraries.
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This document contains the Cairngorms National Park Authority Local Development Plan 2021 Action Programme. The Action Programme is a delivery tool for the Local Development Plan (LDP) and is used to monitor progress on key policies and proposals in the National Park. It lists actions required to deliver the plan's policies, identifies who will carry them out, and provides a broad timescale. The programme has six sections covering the purpose and format, national projects, infrastructure delivery, delivery of the Local Development Plan policy framework, monitoring, and development land supply, and it focuses on projects that contribute to the delivery of the Local Development Plan 2021. The Cairngorms National Park Authority (CNPA) will review and republish the Action Programme annually and use it to build an evidence base for each allocated site in the LDP, as well as to identify constraints or costs of developing sites and ways of resolving them.
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This document contains information for the Planning Committee about the Development Plan Scheme (DPS) 2021 for the Cairngorms National Park Authority. The DPS sets out the timeline for creating the next Local Development Plan (LDP), which all planning authorities in Scotland must do annually, outlining how they're progressing. The current LDP lasts until April 2026, so work needs to start on the next one (LDP3), following the Planning (Scotland) Act 2019. The DPS for 2021 includes the timetable for preparing LDP3 and how the public can get involved. The National Park Authority's current focus is the National Park Partnership Plan, but after that, the focus will shift to the Local Development Plan 2026, and the DPS will be published and sent to interested parties and reviewed in 2022.
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This document contains the Cairngorms National Park Authority's Development Plan Scheme for 2021. This scheme, which every local authority must produce annually, sets out the plan for preparing and reviewing the Local Development Plan (LDP). It includes updates on the current and proposed plans, information on the process and timeline for adopting LDP2 and preparing LDP3, highlights changes to the Planning Act, and contains a statement on how and when public consultation will take place. The document also explains what a Development Plan is and how it guides development. The Plan covers areas such as housing, the environment, the economy and culture.
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