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Planning Committee - Wednesday 19th November, 2025 7.00 pm
November 19, 2025 Planning Committee View on council website Watch video of meetingSummary
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The Planning Committee of North Northamptonshire Council met on Wednesday 19 November 2025, approving plans for a new residential development in Wellingborough and a non-material amendment to an industrial building in Corby. Councillor Jennie Bone was elected as Vice-Chair of the committee.
NW/24/00564/FUL 5-9 Midland Road, Wellingborough
The committee granted delegated powers to the Executive Director of Place and Economy to approve the proposed development at 5-9 Midland Road, Wellingborough, which involves the demolition of the former Wellingborough Post Office and the construction of 74 apartments. This decision is subject to the completion of a satisfactory Section 106 legal agreement and the conditions outlined in the published report.
During the discussion, members noted that the site had been derelict for approximately 25 years and that the development would significantly benefit Wellingborough. Concerns were raised regarding the lack of parking, particularly for two-bedroom apartments, despite the site being classified as sustainable. The committee also discussed the loss of the building's façade, with a suggestion made to reuse the Post Office signage to acknowledge its historical significance. Mr Adrian Stevenson, representing RDC Development Consultants, confirmed he would relay this suggestion to the developer. Members also expressed disappointment over the lack of affordable housing and renewable energy options. Ultimately, the committee voted 11 in favour, with no votes against or abstentions, to approve the development.
NC/24/00230/NMA Former Weetabix Ltd Site, Earlstrees Road, Corby
The committee approved a non-material amendment application for the former Weetabix Ltd site on Earlstrees Road, Corby. This amendment allows for changes to the finished floor level and the height of the building, including adjustments to the eaves line, pursuant to the original planning permission granted on 9 September 2022. The decision was made subject to the conditions contained within the report.
The Senior Planning Officer, Richard Marlow, explained that the amendments were necessary due to the reuse of an existing concrete pad during the development stage, which resulted in a slight increase in the finished floor level, eaves height, and ridge height. Councillors questioned the necessity of the non-material change, but were assured that the alterations were minor and imperceptible to the naked eye. The committee debated the report, with members noting that the height difference was minuscule and that reusing existing materials was a positive and sustainable practice. Concerns were raised about the previous application, but it was acknowledged that the original permission had been approved and constructed. The motion to approve the non-material amendment was carried with 10 votes in favour, no votes against, and one abstention.
Other Business
The committee also formally noted apologies for absence from Councillors Hall and Kilgallon. Councillor Carvetta attended as a substitute for Councillor Hall. The minutes of the previous meeting held on 8 October 2025 were approved. Members confirmed they were attending the meeting with an open mind, and no site visits or declarations of interest were recorded. The meeting concluded at 7.56 pm.
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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Election of Vice-Chair
Recommendations Approved -
Members' Declarations of interest (if any)
Recommendations Approved...to note that members confirmed they were attending the meeting with an open mind, no site visits were recorded, and no declarations of interest were recorded.
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Close of meeting
Recommendations Approved -
NC/24/00230/NMA - Former Weetabix Ltd Site, Earlstrees Road, Corby
Recommendations ApprovedThe Planning Committee of North Northamptonshire Council approved a non-material amendment to a planning permission on 19 November 2025. The decision granted the amendment subject to conditions contained within the report.
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Apologies for absence
Recommendations Approved -
Approval of the minutes 8 October 2025
Recommendations ApprovedThe Planning Committee of North Northamptonshire Council approved the minutes of their meeting held on 8 October 2025. This decision was made on 19 November 2025.
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NW/24/00564/FUL 5-9 Midland Road, Wellingborough
Recommendations ApprovedThe Planning Committee of North Northamptonshire Council approved the proposed development at 5-9 Midland Road, Wellingborough on 19 November 2025. The Executive Director of Place and Economy was given delegated powers to approve the development subject to a Section 106 legal agreement and specified conditions.
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