Issue - meetings

RESOLVED:  that the Bruton Town Plan 2017 be endorsed by Area East Committee.

Reason:          to present a summary of the findings and actions from the Bruton Town Plan

(Voting: unanimous)

The Neighbourhood Development Officer presented his report to members. He explained that a sound process had been followed and that he hoped that the plan would be endorsed by the Committee.

James Hood, a representative from the Bruton Town Plan Steering Group addressed the Committee. He explained that;

·         The document was completed following a thorough review of other town plans and that the evidence base was detailed on their website.

·         A survey was sent to all residents, with over 30% of surveys being completed.

·         He hoped that the document would be considered by planners when determining planning applications.

·         It was clear from the survey responses that transport was a big issue for a lot of the residents that completed the survey.

Councillor Anna Groskop, the ward member, explained that she had great pleasure in seeing the plan completed and hoped that the Committee would endorse the plan.

During the discussion, members praised the plan and commented that it was positive that the plan was concise and not a large document. Some members agreed that the document should be fully considered by the planning department when determining planning applications in Bruton. The Neighbourhood Development Officer confirmed that the planning department had received copies of the plan.

RESOLVED:  that Area East Committee endorsed the Bruton Town Plan 2017.