The report presented an update on the performance of the Development Management Team, including enforcement, in the last financial year.  It provided a summary of performance over a range of measures.  It showed that against a range of metrics the team’s performance had improved in comparison to previous years. 

Changes to processes established within the department over the last 12 months had made a considerable impact on the delivery of swifter and more consistent responses and decision making.  The overall outcome is that developers and those wishing to extend their homes had certainty about what would be allowed where and when.  In turn, this provided support to the local economy, boosts housebuilding while continuing to give local communities and residents a say in their neighbourhood.  

A motion was MOVED by Cllr McCheyne and SECONDED by Cllr Rowlands to approve the recommendation in the report.

A vote was taken by a show of hands and it was RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY that:

1.         That the Improvement in performance achieved is noted. 

Reason for recommendation

To keep the committee informed about the improving performance of the Development Management Team for the last year and the plans for continued performance improvement next year.