Decision details

The Panel gave consideration to a report which sought approval to the making of a Public Path Diversion and Definitive Map and Statement Modification Order for Footpath 119 Saddleworth, Treetops Close, Dobcross.

The Council had received an application from a resident of Treetops Close, Dobcross for the diversion of part of Footpath 119 Saddleworth. The footpath was situated adjacent to the rear gardens on the west side of Treetops Close, Dobcross. The applicant had planning consent FUL/348134/21 (approved 12/04/2022) for the change of use of the landscaped area to the west of these properties to garden. The proposed diversion would skirt the proposed gardens, follow part of an existing footpath which forms part of the access to Holy Trinity C of E Primary School and terminate on Woods Lane. The footpath cannot be diverted unless the Council approved the proposal and the respective order was confirmed unopposed or confirmed by the Secretary of State.

The proposal was required to enable residents of Treetops Close to incorporate an area of Council owned land into their rear gardens. The footpath was situated adjacent to the rear gardens on the west side of Treetops Close, Dobcross.

Options considered:

Option 1 – To approve the recommendation.

Option 2 – Not to approve the recommendation.

RESOLVED that, as per the recommendation, the Public Path Diversion and Definitive Map and Statement Modification Order for Footpath 119 Saddleworth be approved under section 257 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and section 53A of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 and officers be authorised to carry out the necessary procedures with a view to confirming the Order in the event that no objections are made to the Order.