Social Value Ideas for North Norfolk District Council

Detached Garden Annex Application - Worsted/Swanton Abbott

Application PF251687 approved for erection of detached single-storey garden annex at Swanton Abbott for dependent relative accommodation. The modest annex (2.7m high, cream cladding) is tucked into a …

“this application is for the erection of a detached ancillary garden annex to provide accommodation for a dependent relative incidental to the main dwe…”

Unauthorized Retrospective Planning Work - Lark Fields

A retrospective planning application was submitted for Lark Fields, Blakey to address unauthorized works undertaken by previous property owners. The works included a single-storey extension, four-bay …

“This is the second time in two months that I have appeared before you to object to an application for retrospective approval of unauthorized work...a …”

Retrospective Planning Application - Lark Fields, Blakey

Application PF251569 approved for retention of single-storey extension, four-bay garage, summer house, swimming pool, tennis court and landscaping at Lark Fields, Blakey. This is a substantial residen…

“application PF251569 for Lark Fields in Blakey. It is a retrospective application which seeks permission for the retention of a singlestory extension …”

Emerging Local Plan Policy Change on Annexe Accommodation

The emerging local plan (policy HOU6) introduces a more restrictive approach to annexe accommodation by requiring that proposed annexes must be physically attached to existing dwellings or comprise sy…

“The emerging policy which is to be given significant weight at this stage provides a contrary view stating that proposals for annexed accommodation wi…”

5-Year Housing Land Supply Achieved

North Norfolk District Council has successfully achieved a 5-year housing land supply position as confirmed by the annual housing statement delivered to cabinet. This positive land supply position rem…

“Members will be pleased to know we do now have a 5-year land supply as a council. So that tilted balance argument that inspectors made in that case wo…”

Tree Preservation Order Confirmation - Lime Tree, Cley

Tree Preservation Order TPO251076 confirmed for a large lime tree at Lime Tree House, Cley (planted 1977). The TPO was served following unauthorized works carried out by contractors employed by previo…

“this morning we're considering um excuse me confirmation of a TPO that was served um in April. Um and it is to protect one lime tree in um lime tree h…”

Decision to be issued in 5 days

The committee indicated that a written decision would be issued within five working days after deliberation. This is a procedural action rather than a procurement decision, but it marks the immediate …

“Well, um in that case, thank you all for your time. We will now go and deliberate on this application. Um and I think we'll be letting you know within…”

Revised licensing policy adopted for referral

Members considered the revised Statement of Licensing Policy for 2026 to 2031. Officers said the policy had been updated to reflect legislative changes, Home Office guidance, consultation feedback and…

“This report represents the revised statement of licensing policy for 2026 to 2031 for your consideration and recommendation to full council. The counc…”

New premises licence replacing club certificate

The committee considered a policy/permissions change in which Overstrand Sports Club sought a new premises licence under the Licensing Act 2003, apparently to supersede its existing club premises cert…

“This hearing is to determine an application for a new premises license made under Section 17 of the Licensing Act 2003 by the Overstrand Sports Club i…”

TENs granted despite objections

The sub-committee decided not to issue counter notices for the two temporary event notices, meaning both August 2026 music events may proceed. The decision was based on the panel's view that complaint…

“Having considered all the information that has been provided to us both in writing and verbally today, we have reached a unanimous decision that we wi…”

Martyn's Law readiness

The committee discussed emerging Martyn’s Law requirements coming into force in 2027 and the council’s duty to signpost premises and event organisers to the relevant guidance. Officers said the counci…

“Members might like to know about emerging um legislation Martins's law which is coming into force in 2027. It has been in the pipeline for quite some …”

Retrospective Planning Application Refusal Decision

Following extensive debate and site visit, Development Committee voted to REFUSE planning application PF25/0522 (Baknney replacement dwelling). Vote: 9 against, 2 for, 1 abstention. Refusal based on g…

“Recommendation for you is for refusal on the grounds recorded by officers...the application is refused...I would expect there to be an appeal in the u…”

Retrospective Planning Application with Substantial Modifications

Application PF25/0522 for Baknney involved demolition and replacement of a two-storey dwelling. Significant modifications were made post-approval compared to previously granted variation application R…

“Both during and after that visit, a number of further questions were raised.”

Tree Preservation Order Confirmation - Three Oaks, Bris

Development Committee unanimously approved (11 for, 0 against) confirmation of TPO 251075 protecting three mature oak trees at Three Oaks property on Norwich Road, Bris (West End Street and Edgefield …

“We had uh two objections to the order. Um a lot of it was around maintenance of the trees. There is some low hanging um boughs over the road that do n…”