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 Footpaths 8 and 176 Oldham.

The Council had received an application from Sanderson Associates (Consulting Engineers Limited acting as agent to OMBC (c/o Andrew Hall) to facilitate the proposed development of the Northern Roots site Bike Hub off Cherry Avenue, Oldham (land at Snipe Clough). Planning Ref: FUL/348472/22 (granted 25th August 2022). The existing alignment of the footpaths would be directly affected by the development. On its current alignment FP176 Oldham would be severed by the bike track and FP8 Oldham would cross the parking area, which had safety implications for users of the footpath. Therefore, diversions would be required in order to implement the granted planning application.

The proposal was required to enable continued usage of the Public Right of Way network whilst simultaneously facilitating the construction and development of the site which provided a community-based facility for the residents of the Borough.

Options considered:

Option 1 – To approve the recommendation.

Option 2 – Not to approve the recommendation.

RESOLVED that, as per the recommendation,

1.    A Public Path Diversion and Definitive Map and Statement Modification Order be made in respect of Footpaths 8 and 176 Oldham under section 257 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and section 53A of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981.

2.    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.