Upon the invitation of the Chair, the Group Head of Planning presented the report which outlined the Council’s performance at appeal during 2021 and the associated costs. It was summarised that performance had improved over the last year and year-on-year over the past few years there had been a steady increase in the quality of decisions made in accordance with Officers’ recommendations.

Following discussion on the role played by Members of Planning Committee in balancing the needs to represent the local community and abide by government policy and guidance, the recommendation was proposed by Councillor Bower and seconded by Councillor Edwards.

The Committee

RESOLVED

To note the Appeals Performance & Costs for 2021.