Decision details

8.1

The Executive Director, Place submitted a report in relation to the Community Infrastructure Levy and Planning Obligations Supplementary Planning Document.

8.2

RESOLVED: That Cabinet:-

(a)

notes the previous approval of Cabinet (5 April 2015) and Full Council (3 June 2015) to adopt the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Charging Schedule and begin charging CIL from 15 July 2015;

(b)

notes the agreement within the above mentioned approvals for the production of a Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) on CIL and Planning Obligations to be referred to Cabinet for subsequent approval following public consultation;

(c)

notes all representations made in respect of the SPD at both stages of the consultation process and agrees the response taken by officers; and

(d)

approves the CIL and Planning Obligations SPD to supplement the Local Plan as a material consideration in the planning process to advise applicants and assess planning applications.

8.3

Reasons for Decision

The Council has started to charge the CIL and this SPD is needed to provide clear and consistent guidance on the application of CIL and Planning Obligations.

8.4

Alternatives Considered and Rejected

There are no alternative options appropriate, as an SPD is required to provide clarity and guidance on how CIL and Planning Obligations will be applied.  Cabinet committed to the production of the SPD in April 2015.

8.5

Any Interest Declared or Dispensation Granted

None

8.6

Reason for Exemption if Public/Press Excluded During Consideration

None

8.7

Respective Director Responsible for Implementation

Simon Green, Executive Director, Place

8.8

Relevant Scrutiny and Policy Development Committee If Decision Called In

Economic and Environmental Wellbeing