The Central Sub-Area Planning Committee were scheduled to meet on 17 November 2025 to discuss several planning applications, including proposals for retail developments, residential dwellings, and the refurbishment of a local club. The committee was also scheduled to review an appeals report.

Planning Applications

The committee was scheduled to discuss several planning applications, with the report pack recommending either approval or refusal for each.

Land South West of Penwinnick Farm, St Agnes

An application for the erection of a community convenience retail store, access, vehicle parking and landscaping at Land South West of Penwinnick Farm was to be considered. The application was called to the committee at the request of Pete Mitchell CC, due to concerns about the effect on the high street, parking, access and the character of the area.

The report pack noted that the Cornwall Local Plan seeks to deliver a sustainable balance of development, meeting communities' needs while protecting the environment. It also noted that the site falls within the settlement boundary of St Agnes as drawn in the Neighbourhood Development Plan (NDP). The report pack stated that the World Heritage Site Office considered that the proposed development would not impact on the Outstanding Universal Value of the World Heritage Site.

The report pack stated that the main concerns related to the detrimental effect of the proposed development on the high street, but that the Local Planning Authority did not have any robust evidence to demonstrate that this would occur. The report pack recommended that delegated authority be given to the Chief Planning Officer to approve the application, subject to conditions and the completion of a Section 106 Agreement securing the off-site Biodiversity Net Gain payment.

Land North of Trekenning Tourist Park, St Columb Major

The committee was scheduled to discuss a planning application for a retail drive thru coffee outlet, with associated infrastructure including commercial electric vehicle fast charging facilities at Land North of Trekenning Tourist Park. The application was called to committee at the request of Councillor Rowland O'Connor CC, due to concerns regarding highways safety.

The report pack noted that the development would generate economic benefits through investment and jobs, and that its location could be accessible via sustainable modes of travel. The report pack also stated that the proposal would harm the character of the area, and would subtly alter the character of the approach road and entrance, affecting how the Grade II Listed Trekenning House is experienced.

The report pack stated that the Council's Highways Development Management Officer confirmed that access is safe and suitable, subject to conditions, and that any impact of this proposal to the vitality and viability of any town centre is anticipated to be neutral. The report pack recommended conditional approval.

Roseland Rowing and Gig Club, St Mawes

The committee was scheduled to discuss an application concerning the Roseland Rowing and Gig Club. The proposal involves moving an existing dilapidated two-storey flank building and rebuilding it with a raised height and part pitch/flat roof, restoring the building frontage, and refurbishing the first and second-floor domestic area.

Councillor Julian German CC requested the application be brought before the committee, as it was considered that the design is in keeping with the Conservation Area and does not generate adverse neighbour amenity impacts.

The report pack noted that the main issues relate to the impact upon the amenities of neighbouring occupiers, and the character and appearance of the area and its historic environment. The report pack stated that the increased height and bulk of the side extension would have a significant adverse effect on the outlook from 8 Bohella Road. The report pack stated that the design, heritage and landscape aspects of the proposal are considered acceptable, and that the scheme would retain and sensitively refurbish the existing historic building. However, the report pack recommended refusal, stating that the harm to residential amenity is considered to be fundamental and unacceptable in planning terms.

The Old Quarry, Land North West Of Bodardle, Lostwithiel

The committee was scheduled to discuss a retrospective application for the change of use of land to a gypsy/traveller pitch at The Old Quarry. The proposal includes a mobile home, a touring caravan, a day room, a secure storage container, an open-fronted storage area, hardstanding, and associated works.

Councillor Sarah Preece CC requested the application be brought before the committee due to concerns about the retrospective nature of the works, potential environmental harm, the site's location in an Area of Great Landscape Value, and the highway's proneness to flooding.

The report pack noted that the applicant currently resides on site, and that it is not disputed that the applicant falls within the definition of Gypsies and Travellers. The report pack stated that the site is located approximately three-quarters of a mile outside of Lostwithiel, and that the development has been found to cause harm to the landscape setting. The report pack also stated that the highway which serves the access to the site is at risk of surface water flooding, but that the development is sufficiently resilient to flood risk.

The report pack stated that the lack of a five-year supply of deliverable Gypsy and Traveller sites is a material consideration, and that the applicant has personal circumstances that the Planning Policy for Traveller Sites requires the Local Planning Authority to take into account. The report pack recommended approval, subject to conditions to protect the site and adjacent land from increased surface water risk and contamination, and a condition restricting off-site parking and storage of vehicles.

Land at Redgate Court, Indian Queens

The committee was scheduled to discuss an application for Permission in Principle for a residential development of up to 9 dwellings at Land at Redgate Court.

Councillor Dick Cole CC requested the application be brought before the committee due to the proposal being considered contrary to the housing policies of the St Enoder NDP and concern regarding the density of development.

The report pack noted that St Enoder has an adopted NDP, although its housing policies are now considered out of date. The report pack stated that the site relates well to the built form of the settlement, and that the proposed land use has raised no objections in principle. The report pack also stated that the development would create a density of between 9.3 and 12 dwellings/ha, which is on the lower end of what would be considered acceptable. The report pack recommended approval.

Land at Higher Fraddon, Fraddon

The committee was scheduled to discuss an application for the proposed erection of 5 dwellings at Land at Higher Fraddon.

Councillor Dick Cole CC requested the application be brought before the committee due to his concern about the lack of weight being applied to the St Enoder Parish NDP and related issues.

The report pack noted that St Enoder has a 'made' NDP, although its housing policies are now considered to be out of date. The report pack stated that the application site relates well to the built form of the settlement, and that the site is considered to be sustainably located. The report pack recommended granting permission in principle.

Land West of Ivy Cottage, Higher Fraddon

The committee was scheduled to discuss an application for Permission in Principle for construction of a single dwellinghouse at Land West of Ivy Cottage.

Councillor Dick Cole CC requested the application be brought before the committee due to the proposal being considered contrary to the housing policies of the St Enoder NDP and not being considered infill.

The report pack noted that St Enoder has an adopted NDP, although its housing policies are now considered to be out of date. The report pack stated that the site relates well to the built form of the settlement, and that the site is considered to be sustainably located. The report pack recommended approval.

Appeals Report

The committee was also scheduled to note the Appeals Report.