Agenda, decisions and minutes

9. Land East Of Barford Road Bloxham.

Councillor Douglas Webb, Other Registerable Interest, advised that they were friends with a farmer who farmed the land but was not the applicant and had no pecuniary interest.

10. Land North Of Grundon Merton Street Banbury.

Councillor Ian Harwood, Other Registerable Interest, as a member of Banbury Town Council which had been consulted on the application.

Councillor Ian Harwood, Other Registerable Interest, as a member of Banbury Town Council which had been consulted on the application.

12. Unit 14 Expeditionary Road, Ambrosden, OX25 2EJ.

Councillor Chris Brant, Other Registerable Interest, as a member of the Executive and would leave the meeting for the duration of the item.

Councillor Lisa Smith, Other Registerable Interest, as a member of the Executive and would leave the meeting for the duration of the item.

Councillor Nicola Borkmann, Other Registerable Interest, as a member of the Executive and would leave the meeting for the duration of the item.

13. Town Centre House Southam Road Banbury OX16 2BZ.

Councillor Chris Brant, Other Registerable Interest, as a member of the Executive and would leave the meeting for the duration of the item.

Councillor Lisa Smith, Other Registerable Interest, as a member of the Executive and would leave the meeting for the duration of the item.

Councillor Nicola Borkmann, Other Registerable Interest, as a member of the Executive and would leave the meeting for the duration of the item.

14. Units 17 To 24 Thorpe Place Banbury OX16 4XH.

Councillor Chris Brant, Other Registerable Interest, as a member of the Executive and would leave the meeting for the duration of the item.

Councillor Lisa Smith, Other Registerable Interest, as a member of the Executive and would leave the meeting for the duration of the item.

Councillor Nicola Borkmann, Other Registerable Interest, as a member of the Executive and would leave the meeting for the duration of the item.

15. 48 Castle Quay Banbury OX16 5UW.

Councillor Chris Brant, Other Registerable Interest, as a member of the Executive and would leave the meeting for the duration of the item.

Councillor Lisa Smith, Other Registerable Interest, as a member of the Executive and would leave the meeting for the duration of the item.

Councillor Nicola Borkmann, Other Registerable Interest, as a member of the Executive and would leave the meeting for the duration of the item.

The Chair to report on any requests to address the meeting.

Requests to address the meeting (including the application, whether you will speak in support of or objection to the application, your contact details) should be submitted to democracy@cherwell-dc.gov.uk  

The deadline for requests to address this meeting is noon on Wednesday 3 June 2026.

Addresses can be made virtually or in person. Full details of public participation at Planning Committee meeting is available in the Constitution, Planning Committee Procedure Rules.

The Chair advised that requests to address the meeting would be dealt with at each item.

To confirm as correct records the Minutes of the meetings of the Committee held on 16 April 2026 and 20 May 2026.

The Minutes of the meetings held on 16 April 2026 and 20 May 2026 were agreed as correct records and signed by the Chair.

To receive communications from the Chair.

1.            The Chair reminded members of the public that only registered speakers were entitled to speak at the committee meeting and would be invited to speak by the Chair at the appropriate time. Members of the public were requested to remain quiet during the meeting and not cause disturbance.

2.            The Chair reminded Members that should they need to leave the room for any reason, that they should be mindful of timing and endeavour to be present for officers’ presentation, public addresses and participate in the debate. Members were advised that voting was ultimately a matter for their own judgment.

3.            The Chair referred to Constitution Review report agreed by Council in March 2026 whereby delegated authority was given to the Monitoring Officer, in consultation with the Chair, to review and amend the Planning Committee cycle to 3-weekly cycle. Revised dates would be sent to Members and the website updated.

The Chair to advise whether they have agreed to any item of urgent business being admitted to the agenda.

There were no items of urgent business.

The Committee to consider requests for and proposed pre-committee site visits.

Any requests or recommendations for site visits will be published with the written update.

There were no proposed pre-committee site visits.

Report of Assistant Director - Planning.

Purpose of report

To keep Members informed about planning appeal progress including decisions received and the scheduling of public inquiries and hearings for new and current appeals.

Recommendations

The Planning Committee resolves:

1.1         To note the position on planning appeals contained within the report.

Resolved

(1)          That the position statement be accepted.

The Head of Development Management submitted a report which informed Members about planning appeal progress including decisions received and the scheduling of public inquiries and hearings for new and current appeals.

Resolved

(1)          That the position statement be accepted.

Approved in line with officer recommendation, subject to conditions (and any amendments as deemed necessary) and completion of a S106 legal agreement, details to be set out in the minutes.

The Committee considered application 25/01009/OUT, an outline application for the demolition of an existing building and development of up to 100 dwellings (Use Class C3) alongside open space, sustainable drainage and ancillary infrastructure with all matters reserved except for primary means of vehicular access from Barford Road at Land East Of Barford Road, Bloxham for Ainscough Strategic Land Limited.

Councillor Rob Pattenden addressed the Committee as Local Ward Member.

Dave Morris, on behalf of Bloxham Parish Council, addressed the Committee in objection to the application.

Karen Barnes, agent on behalf of the applicant, addressed the Committee in support of the application.

It was proposed by Councillor Conway and seconded by Councillor Webb that application 25/01009/OUT be approved, in line with the officer recommendation.

In reaching its decision the Committee considered the officer’s report and presentation, and the written updates.

Resolved

(1)             That, in line with the officer recommendation authority be delegated to the Assistant Director Planning to grant permission for application 25/01009/OUT, subject to:

(i)            The conditions set out below (and any amendments to those conditions as deemed necessary); and the inclusion of an additional condition as requested by Thames Water the wording of which will be agreed with the applicant.

(ii)          The entering into a section 106 legal agreement to include the contributions and infrastructure (as set out in the Annex to the Minutes as set out in the Minute Book) (and any amendments to those conditions as deemed necessary) including reference to the need for the open space on the southern parcel of site to remain as open space in perpetuity.

Conditions

Time Limit

1.         Application for approval of all the reserved matters shall be made to the Local Planning Authority before the expiration of two years from the date of this permission and the development hereby permitted shall be begun either before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission or before the expiration of two years from the date of approval of the last of the reserved matters to be approved whichever is the later.

Reason: To comply with the provisions of Section 92 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004, and Article 5(1) of the Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure (England)) Order 2015 (as amended). 

Reserved Matters 

2.         Details of the layout, scale appearance, access and landscaping (hereafter referred to as the reserved matters shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority before any development takes place and the development shall be carried out as approved. 

Reason: To comply with the provisions of Section 92 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, as amended by section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004, and Article 6 of the Town and Country Planning Development Management Procedure (England) Order 2015 (as amended). 

Approved Plans 

3.         Except where otherwise stipulated by conditions attached to this permission, the development shall be carried  ...  view the full minutes text for item 10.

Approved in line with officer recommendation, subject to conditions (and any amendments as deemed necessary) and completion of a S106 legal agreement, details to be set out in the minutes.

The Committee considered application 25/02998/F for a commercial development (Use Classes B8, Eg(i), Eg(ii), and Eg(iii)) along with car parking/yard areas and all associated development at Land North Of Grundon Merton Street Banbury for E5 Commercial (Higham Way) Ltd.

It was proposed by Councillor Conway and seconded by Councillor Harwood that the application be approved, in line with the officer recommendation.

In reaching its decision the Committee considered the officer’s report and presentation and the written updates.

Resolved

(1)            That, in line with the officer’s recommendation, authority be delegated to the Assistant Director for Planning to grant permission for application 25/02998/F subject to:

(i)              the conditions set out below (and any amendments to those conditions as deemed necessary) and 

(ii)             the completion of a planning obligation under section 106 of the town and country planning act 1990, as substituted by the planning and compensation act 1991, to secure the following (and any amendments as deemed necessary):

·     Highway Works – Towards the implementation of the eastern active travel corridor scheme - £103,302

Conditions

        Time Limit

1.          The development to which this permission relates shall be begun not later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this permission. 

Reason: To comply with the provisions of Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004. 

Compliance with Plans

2.          Except where otherwise stipulated by conditions attached to this permission, the development shall be carried out strictly in accordance with the form and following approved plans:

·     3414/08 – Proposed Site Plan

·     3414/05 – Units 1-6 Plan and elevations

·     3415/10 – Unit 7 Plan and elevations

·     3415/11 – Units 8-9 Plan and elevations 

Reason: For the avoidance of doubt, to ensure that the development is carried out only as approved by the Local Planning Authority and comply with Government guidance contained within the National Planning Policy Framework. 

Highways 

3.          No development shall commence unless and until full details of the means of access between the land and the highway, including, position, layout, construction, drainage, and vision splays have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The means of access shall be constructed in strict accordance with the approved details and shall be retained and maintained as such thereafter. Agreed vision splays shall be kept clear of obstructions higher than 0.6m at all times.

Reason: In the interests of highway safety and to comply with Policy ESD15 of the Cherwell Local Plan 2011-2031 Part 1 and Government guidance contained within the National Planning Policy Framework. 

4.          Prior to the first use or occupation of the development hereby permitted, covered cycle parking facilities shall be provided on the site in accordance with details which shall be firstly submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Thereafter, the covered cycle parking facilities shall be permanently retained and maintained for the parking of cycles in connection with the development.  Reason: In the interests  ...  view the full minutes text for item 11.

Approved in line with officer recommendation, subject to conditions (and any amendments as deemed necessary) and completion of a S106 legal agreement, details to be set out in the minutes.

The Committee considered application 25/01300/F, for the replacement of an existing single storey storage facility with a new storage building with covered loading area at VPK Packaging, Beaumont Road, Banbury, OX16 1RE for VPK Group.

Stephen Holloway, agent on behalf of the applicant, addressed the Committee in support of the application.

It was proposed by Councillor Webb and seconded by Councillor Harwood that application 25/01300/F be approved, in line with the officer recommendation. 

In reaching its decision the Committee considered the officer’s report and presentation, the addresses by public speaker and the written updates.

Resolved

That, in line with the officer’s recommendation, authority be delegated to the Assistant Director Planning to grant permission for application 25/01300/F subject to the conditions set out below (and any amendments to those conditions as deemed necessary).

Conditions

Time Limit

1.          The development to which this permission relates shall be begun not later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this permission.

Reason: To comply with the provisions of Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004. 

Compliance with Plans

2.          Except where otherwise stipulated by conditions attached to this permission, the development shall be carried out strictly in accordance with the form and following approved plans: 

PP01 Issue 01 – Proposed Block Plan

001 Rev 001 – Proposed Elevations and Plan

LP01 Rev A Issue 01 – Location Plan

FCL0463-01 – Swept Path Analysis  

Reason: For the avoidance of doubt, to ensure that the development is carried out only as approved by the Local Planning Authority and comply with Government guidance contained within the National Planning Policy Framework. 

Sustainable Drainage 

3.          No building hereby permitted shall be occupied until the sustainable drainage scheme for the site has been completed in accordance with approved details as detailed within Drainage Strategy Technical Note dated January 2026 Issue No 01 and associated appendices. The sustainable drainage scheme shall be managed and maintained thereafter in accordance with the agreed management and maintenance plan. 

Reason: To ensure that the development/site is served by sustainable arrangements for the disposal of surface water, to comply with Policy ESD6 of the Cherwell Local Plan 2011-2031 Part 1, saved Policy ENV1 of the Cherwell Local Plan 1996 and government guidance contained within the National Planning Policy Framework. 

Materials 

4.          No development shall commence above slab level until a schedule of materials and finishes to be used in the external walls and roofs of the dwellings has been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. The development shall not be carried out other than in accordance with the approved details and shall be retained as such thereafter. 

Reason: To safeguard the character and appearance of the area in accordance with Policy ESD15 of the Cherwell Local Plan 2011-2031 Part 1, saved Policy C28 of the Cherwell Local Plan 1996 and government guidance contained within the National Planning Policy Framework.

Highways 

5.  ...  view the full minutes text for item 12.

Approved in line with officer recommendation, subject to conditions (and any amendments as deemed necessary) and completion of a S106 legal agreement, details to be set out in the minutes.

The Committee considered application 25/02215/CDC for the change of use from Class B8 to mixed uses including operational waste depot (sui generis), storage and distribution (B8), MOT station, and HGV workshop (B2), and supporting office space and welfare facilities (Ancillary E), the demolition of single storey elements of building and alterations to openings, provision of hardstanding and internal access roads and gate, plant space, signage, solar PV on roof and associated hard and soft landscaping works at Unit 14 Expeditionary Road, Ambrosden, OX25 2EJ for Cherwell District Council.

Rebecca Rogers, agent on behalf of applicant, addressed the Committee in support of the application.

It was proposed by Councillor Webb and seconded by Councillor Conway that the application be approved, in line with officer recommendation.

In reaching its decision the Committee considered the officer’s report and presentation, the addresses by public speakers and the written updates.

Resolved

That, in line with officer recommendation, authority be delegated to the Assistant Director for Planning to grant permission for application 25/02215/CDC subject to:

(i)              The conditions set out below (and any amendments to those conditions as deemed necessary) and 

(ii)             The completion of a planning obligation under section 106 of the town and country planning act 1990, as substituted by the planning and compensation act 1991, to secure the following (and any amendments as deemed necessary):

·     Habitat Management and Monitoring Plan, securing of the BNG offsite for 30 years

·     Payment of BNG Monitoring fee of £4,517.76

(The annex to the Minutes as set out in the Minute Book sets out the full specification)

Conditions

Time Limit

1.          The development to which this permission relates shall be begun not later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this permission. 

Reason - To comply with the provisions of Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004. 

Compliance with Plans

2.          2. Except where otherwise stipulated by conditions attached to this permission, the development shall be carried out strictly in accordance with the form and following approved plans: 

Drawing numbers: 330511166-DR-A-10000 Rev P1 (Site Location Plan), 330511166-DR-A-10110 Rev P2 (Existing Site Location Plan), 330511166-DRA-10100 Rev P8 (Proposed Site Plan), 1204.1/02 (Tree Pit & Hedgerow Details), 996953-659-DWG-TCP-FR-01-NB-230425 (Tree Constraints Plan), 996953659-DWG-TPP-FP-1NB-050825 (Tree Protection Plan), 996953-659-DWGTRRP-FP-1NB-050825 (Tree retention & removal plan), 330511166-DR-A11002 P1 (Existing Ground Floor Plan), 330511166-DR-A-11000 P6 (Proposed Ground Floor Plan), 330511166-DR-A-12010 P2 (Existing Sections), 330511166-DR-A-12001 P1 (Proposed Sections), 330511166-DR-A-13010 P2 (Existing Elevations 1 of 2), 330511166-DR-A-13011 P1 (Existing Elevations 2 of 2), 330511166-DR-A-13000 P2 (Proposed Elevations 1 of 2), 330511166-DRA-13001 P2 (Proposed Elevations 2 of 2), 330511166-DR-A-13002 P2 (West Elevation Proposed Improvements, 330511166-DR A-16010 P1 (Schedule of Accommodation), 202411046 V1 (BNG Impact Map), 1204.1_01D Landscape General Arrangement Plan), 330511166-STN-HDG-XX-RP-0501-41 PO1 (Proposed Site Levels).  

Reason – For the avoidance of doubt, to ensure that the development is carried out only as approved by the Local Planning Authority and comply with Government guidance contained within the National Planning Policy Framework. 

3.  ...  view the full minutes text for item 13.

Approved in line with officer recommendation, subject to conditions (and any amendments as deemed necessary), details to be set out in the minutes.

The committee considered application 26/00508/CDC, a retrospective application for the installation of a guard rail around the roof of Town Centre House at Town Centre House, Southam Road, Banbury, OX16 2BZ.

It was proposed by Councillor Webb and seconded by Councillor Conway that application 26/00508/CDC be approved in line with the officer recommendation

In reaching its decision the Committee considered the officer’s report and presentation and the written updates.

Resolved

That, in line with the officer’s recommendation, authority be delegated to the Assistant Director for Planning to grant permission for application 26/00508/CDC subject to the conditions set out below (and any amendments to those conditions as deemed necessary)

Compliance with Plans

1.          Except where otherwise stipulated by conditions attached to this permission, the development shall be carried out strictly in accordance with the application form, Site Location Plan (NTBS3853-GLE-TCH-XX-DR-B-01 Rev 0) and following approved plans and documents: Block Plan (NTBS3853-GLE-TCH-XX-DR-B-02  Rev A), Proposed Roof Plan (NTBS3853-GLE-TCH-XX-DR-B-04 Rev 0) and Proposed Elevations (NTBS3853-GLE-TCH-XX-DR-B-06 Rev A).

Reason – For the avoidance of doubt, to ensure that the development is carried out only as approved by the Local Planning Authority and comply with Government guidance contained within the National Planning Policy Framework.

Approved in line with officer recommendation, subject to conditions (and any amendments as deemed necessary), details to be set out in the minutes.

The Committee considered application 26/00586/CDC for over cladding of existing roof sheeting on Units 17-24 together with fitting of photovoltaic panels to all Units at Units 17 To 24 Thorpe Place, Banbury, OX16 4XH for Cherwell District Council.

In reaching its decision the Committee considered the officer’s report and presentation and the written updates.

It was proposed by Councillor Webb and seconded by Councillor Conway that application 26/00586/CDC be approved in line with the officer recommendation.

Resolved

That, in line with the officer’s recommendation, authority be delegated to the Assistant Director for Planning to grant permission for application 26/00586/CDC subject to the conditions set out below (and any amendments to those conditions as deemed necessary).

Conditions

Time Limit

1.          The development to which this permission relates shall be begun not later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this permission. 

Reason - To comply with the provisions of Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004. 

Compliance with Plans 

2.          Except where otherwise stipulated by conditions attached to this permission, the development shall be carried out strictly in accordance with the application form and following approved plans and documents:   

·     Drawing No. 25-111/01 Rev B – Site Location Plan & Proposed Plans and Elevations (Building 1 – South) (Wellan Ltd, dated 5 February 2026)

·     Drawing No. 25-111/02 Rev B – Site Block Plan & Proposed Plans and Elevations (Building 2 – North) (Wellan Ltd, dated 6 February 2026)

·     Euroclad 32/1000 Profile Sheet – External Roof Cladding Specification (Refresh Euroclad, dated May 2017)

·     Solar Panels Data Sheet (JA Solar) provided by agent in email dated  

Reason – For the avoidance of doubt, to ensure that the development is carried out only as approved by the Local Planning Authority and comply with Government guidance contained within the National Planning Policy Framework.      

Materials 

3.          The external materials to be used in the development shall be as specified in the approved application details, including the profiled metal roof sheeting finished in ‘dove grey.’  

Reason – To ensure satisfactory appearance of the development in accordance with Policy ESD15 of the Cherwell Local Plan 2011–2031 and saved Policy C28 of the Cherwell Local Plan 1996.   

Photovoltaic Panels 

4.          The photovoltaic panels hereby approved shall be installed only in accordance with the approved plans and shall thereafter be retained as such. 

Reason – To ensure the development is carried out as approved and to support the delivery of renewable energy in accordance with Policy ESD5 of the Cherwell Local Plan 2011–2031.   

Construction Management Plan  

5.          No development shall commence unless and until a Construction Management Plan (CMP) has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The CMP shall detail proposed site security measures, to include (but not be limited to):

·     Perimeter fencing and hoarding details;

·     Access control measures for personnel and vehicles;

·     Lighting, surveillance, and alarm provisions during construction;

·     Measures to prevent unauthorised access outside of  ...  view the full minutes text for item 15.

Approved in line with officer recommendation, subject to conditions (and any amendments as deemed necessary), details to be set out in the minutes.

The Committee considered application 26/00706/F for change of use from retail unit to a youth cultural arts space working with young people at 48 Castle Quay, Banbury, OX16 5UW for Mr Michael Deacon.

In reaching its decision the Committee considered the officer’s report and presentation and the written updates.

It was proposed by Councillor Conway and seconded by Councillor Webb that the application be approved in line with the officer recommendation.

Resolved

That, in line with the officer’s recommendation, authority be delegated to the Assistant Director Planning to grant permission for application 26/00706/F subject to the conditions set out below (and any amendments to those conditions as deemed necessary).

Conditions

Time Limit

1.          The development to which this permission relates shall be begun not later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this permission. 

Reason - To comply with the provisions of Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004. 

Compliance with Plans

2.          Except where otherwise stipulated by conditions attached to this permission, the development shall be carried out strictly in accordance with the application form and following approved plan:

·     DR-035-P01 Site Location Plan (GBS Architects, dated December 2025) 

Reason – For the avoidance of doubt, to ensure that the development is carried out only as approved by the Local Planning Authority and comply with Government guidance contained within the National Planning Policy Framework. 

Use Restriction

3.          The premises shall be used a youth cultural arts space working with young people and for no other purpose (including any other purpose in Class F1 of the Schedule to the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987 (as amended) (or in any provision equivalent to that Class in any statutory instrument revoking and re-enacting that Order with or without modification).

Reason: To safeguard the visual amenities of the area and protect the amenities o nearby residents in accordance with Policy ESD15 of the Cherwell Local Plan 2011-2031 Part 1, saved Policies C28 and C31 of the Cherwell Local Plan 1996 and government guidance contained within the National Planning Policy Framework.