Developers Satnam 'disappointed' by Peel Hall decision (From Warrington Guardian)
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Developers Satnam 'disappointed' by Peel Hall decision
11:45am Monday 11th March 2013 in News
Developers Satnam 'disappointed' by Peel Hall decision
THE developers looking to build 150 homes on Peel Hall say they are ‘disappointed’ after councillors turned their scheme down.
They voted against the plan on Thursday night in the Town Hall, following large scale protests.
Hundreds of residents showed their opposition claiming the proposal would be the ‘thin of the wedge’ with 1,000 more homes possible on the land.
Now Satnam, the developers behind the scheme, how expressed their disappointment.
Nobody from Satnam spoke at the meeting but speaking on Monday morning, Colin Griffiths, from Satnam, said they would carefully consider the council’s response.
He added: “Naturally we are disappointed with the development management committee’s resolution, that had it been able to determine our application it would have refused our proposals for 150 new homes.
“As the agreed time limit the council has to determine a planning application has expired by a considerable period, we have submitted an appeal based on the grounds of non-determination.
“This is not a decision we have taken lightly.
“We are confident that our application is the appropriate site and right approach for delivering sustainable growth in Warrington.
“Satnam is dedicated to delivering a development which will benefit and provide valuable additions to existing communities, which is why we have committed over £1 million to improve local sporting facilities in Warrington as part of the proposals.’ “We are committed to working with all interested parties on this development to ensure that the best possible scheme is delivered.
“At this stage, we will carefully consider the council’s reasons for refusal as we continue through the planning process.”
As well as the housing, the plans will include new football pitches for Winwick Athletic close to Windermere Avenue.
The application will be discussed later in the year at public inquiry.
Comments(13)
Billy Porter
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1:20pm Mon 11 Mar 13
Very odd though, they're not the kind of people who would tell fibs or be intentionally misleading.
nextdoor
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2:36pm Mon 11 Mar 13
If they wanted to lie, surely they would have sent someone who hadn't already addressed the locals. Maybe WG getting mixed up or incorrect information.
Billy Porter
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2:53pm Mon 11 Mar 13
Yes, it may be that what they meant was that Satnam made no representation to the planning committee.
blueted
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3:13pm Mon 11 Mar 13
old-codger
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3:53pm Mon 11 Mar 13
They should just disappear,
They are not wanted by anyone . Now they are trying to get it through the back door by lodging an appeal,
They still wont be wanted.
grey_man
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4:41pm Mon 11 Mar 13
Regulus regulus
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5:22pm Mon 11 Mar 13
IF THEY DID ATTEND
THEY OBVIOUSLY DIDN'T LISTEN
(part of ste dodds speech thurs)
This is reported to be a £1M plus investment, and I doubt much of this money will be invested in Warrington people or businesses.
If the application is approved, how will the Council pay the ongoing maintenance costs in this economic climate?
Dave Cotterill (WBC) has put on record and I quote “The council is facing significant revenue pressures and the creation of new or enhanced facilities without additional ongoing funding will make this a whole lot worse”
Why can’t he create this facility on his own land?
Under the TOWN & COUNTRY PLANNING ACT 1990, S106 states he can put something back that he has taken out, but he has not taken anything out.
WHY is the developer proposing to develop OUR playing fields in OUR community? It’s not wanted. It’s not his land, it’s OUR land!
It’s been said that the proposal of football pitches on radley common is more for the benefit of winwick football club if so and they want to play outside of their district i direct both satnam and winwick football club back to the orford hub where 32 million has been spent for such puposes.more likely nearer and safer to travel to.
radley common has a vibrant community hub already which is used every day and at weekends, by all ages within our community. Further development is NOT NEEDED. The developer has never asked US what we want, so we can tell him now, WE DON’T WANT IT! It seems like a bribe to us, WE DON’T ACCEPT IT
http://www.facebook.com/groups/127334547418004/
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5:47pm Mon 11 Mar 13
As well as the housing, the plans will include new football pitches for Winwick Athletic close to Windermere Avenue.
OH REALLY
gazhopley
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5:59pm Mon 11 Mar 13
Regulus regulus
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6:19pm Mon 11 Mar 13
gazhopley wrote:the people living next to the proposed pitches didnt even know about the sports plans for radley common,there is no connection between peel hall and radley common other than the people living round both areas are totally against their development by satnam
still cant see how winwick athletic is local to radley common with a great big motorway in the middle, isn't that like saying we want to build houses in dover but dont worry we want to build a stadium for calais fc, coz after all they are only a few miles away, just a bit of water inbetween. its that bit inbetween that makes all the difference. if satnam had put a bit of effort in they may have realised, and would anyone listen to those who dont put effort in.
Billy Porter
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9:13pm Mon 11 Mar 13
I wish the local Gruan would at least acknowledge changes like these when mistakes are pointed out to them.
old-codger
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9:38pm Mon 11 Mar 13
The residents have spoken,
Appeal if you want to waste more money,
WE DONT WANT IT,
WE ARE NOT HAVING IT,
BYE BYE.
nextdoor says...
12:54pm Mon 11 Mar 13