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Planning Committee - Wednesday, 17 June 2026 - 7.00 pm
June 17, 2026 at 7:00 pm Planning Committee View on council websiteSummary
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The Planning Committee of North Northamptonshire Council met on Wednesday 17 June 2026. The committee approved four planning applications and deferred one.
The Old Watermill, Mill Lane, Brigstock
Planning permission was approved for application 25/01869/HFUL at The Old Watermill, Mill Lane, Brigstock, NN14 3HG, subject to conditions contained within the report. The application was retrospective, concerning structures that had already been built. Concerns were raised by Brigstock Parish Council and local residents regarding the retrospective nature of the application, the use of unsuitable materials, and potential flooding issues. Place Services Essex County Council stated that the structures did not harm the significance of the Grade II listed building or the Brigstock Conservation Area.
70 Hardwick Road, Wellingborough
Planning permission was approved for application 26/00697/FUL at 70 Hardwick Road, Wellingborough, NN8 5AG, subject to conditions contained within the report. The application was for the change of use of two dwellings to a single children's home unit. Six objections were received from local residents concerned about increased noise, traffic, and a potential loss of privacy. The committee noted that the property already had sufficient parking and that the proposed use would largely mirror the existing residential nature of the area.
The Smallholding, A43 Stamford Road, Duddington
Delegated power was given to the Executive Director of Place and Economy to approve application 25/01735/FUL for The Smallholding, A43 Stamford Road, Duddington, subject to conditions. These conditions included the addition of a condition to limit the hours of use and the maximum number of dogs allowed on the site to ensure the intensity of the use accords with the recommendations of the submitted environmental noise assessment, and the conditions contained within section 11 of the published report. Duddington Parish Council had objected, citing concerns about access, security, waste disposal, visual intrusion, and noise. The Local Highway Authority confirmed that visibility splays were adequate and that two vehicles could pass at the access point.
Weldon Landfill Site, Kettering Road, Weldon
Application NN/25/00002/WASVOC to vary conditions at the Weldon Landfill Site, Kettering Road, Weldon, NN17 3JG, was deferred for more information to be provided. The applicant, WRG (Midlands) Ltd, sought to extend the duration of waste operations and update the restoration and aftercare scheme. Weldon Parish Council had objected, raising concerns about an increase in the proposed final fill height, the length of the extension requested, and the clarity of the proposal.
Delegated decisions linked to this meeting
Decision summaries below are AI-generated from the council’s published record. Check the council source or the full decision page before relying on them.
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Highway Maintenance Inspection and Response Framework
For DeterminationThe Executive Member for Highways and Travel, Cllr Chris McGiffen, approved the Highway Maintenance Inspection and Response Framework on 14th April 2026. This framework updates highway inspection and response procedures, clarifies investigatory triggers, strengthens quality assurance, and confirms maximum response times by priority category. It also delegates authority to the Assistant Director Highways & Waste for future minor technical updates.
The Executive agreed to revise the Ward Member Empowerment Fund Policy and open it for a reduced allocation of £68,000 for a three-month period from 5th May 2026 to 4th August 2026. The Executive also agreed to formally withdraw the Ward Member Empowerment Fund after this period and allocate £68,000 to develop a Youth Empowerment Grant Scheme with the Youth Advisory Council, targeting a September 2026 launch.
The Audit and Governance Committee noted the Internal Audit progress report on 15th June 2026. The report provided an update on the work of the Internal Audit team and key findings from audits completed to date.
The Employment Committee agreed on 18th June 2026 to establish a politically balanced Sub Committee of six elected members to undertake the selection and appointment for the role of Executive Director of Children's Services. This Sub Committee will be delegated authority to shortlist, interview, and appoint the most suitable candidate.
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Close of meeting
For DeterminationThe Planning Committee of North Northamptonshire Council decided the meeting closed at 8.26pm on 17 June 2026.
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Application 26/00697/FUL - 70 Hardwick Road, Wellingborough, NN8 5AG
Recommendations ApprovedThe Planning Committee of North Northamptonshire Council approved planning permission for a change of use from two dwellings to a single children's home unit on 17 June 2026. The decision was to approve planning permission subject to conditions.
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Application NN/25/00002/WASVOC - Weldon Landfill Site, Kettering Road, Weldon, NN17 3JG
Recommendations ApprovedThe Planning Committee of North Northamptonshire Council decided to defer the application for Weldon Landfill Site on 17 June 2026. The decision was made to allow more information to be provided.
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Apologies for absence
Recommendations ApprovedThe Planning Committee of North Northamptonshire Council resolved to note apologies for absence from Councillor Julie Howe and Councillor Jonathan Carvetta on 17 June 2026.
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25/01735/FUL - The Smallholding, A43 Stamford Road, Duddington
Recommendations ApprovedThe Planning Committee of North Northamptonshire Council resolved on 17 June 2026 to grant planning permission for works to Class E buildings for use as offices and stores and a change of use of agricultural land to a dog walking and exercise area. Delegated power was given to the Executive Director of Place and Economy to approve the application, subject to conditions including limiting hours of use and the maximum number of dogs, and incorporating conditions from section 11 of the published report.
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Application 25/01869/HFUL - The Old Watermill, Mill Lane, Brigstock, NN14 3HG
Recommendations ApprovedThe Planning Committee of North Northamptonshire Council decided to approve planning permission for an outbuilding at The Old Watermill, Mill Lane, Brigstock, NN14 3HG on 17 June 2026. The decision was to approve planning permission subject to conditions.
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