Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council Council Online Planning - Decision Notice Summary

Planning Application Number: RB2026/1067
Site Address: Wentworth Woodworking Barrowfield Lane Wentworth 9999
Description: Application to determine whether prior approval is required of the method of demolition and restoration of the site re:2 lean-to extensions
Officer Recommendation: GRANTED CONDITIONALLY
Officer Recommendation Date: 19 August 2026
Decision Date: 19 August 2026
Decision Type: GRANTED CONDITIONALLY
Temporary Expiry Date:
Decision Level/Committee: Delegated (Part 2A)
Conditions / Reason for Refusal: 01 The development must be carried out within a period of 5 years from the date on which approval was given. Reason In order to comply with the requirements of the Town and Country Planning act 1990. Informative 01 You should note that the Council’s Neighbourhood Enforcement have a legal duty to investigate any complaints about noise or dust which may arise during the demolition phase. If a statutory nuisance is found to existing, they must serve and Abatement Notice under the Environmental Protection Act 1990. Failure to comply with the requirements of an Abatement Notice may result in a fine of up to £20,000 upon conviction in the Magistrates’ Court. It is therefore recommended that you give serious consideration to reducing general disturbance by minimising dust and preventing mud, dust and other materials being deposited on the highway. 02 Nature conservation protection under UK and EU legislation is irrespective of the planning system and the applicant should therefore ensure that any activity undertaken, regardless of the need for any planning consent, complies with the appropriate wildlife legislation. If any protected species are found on the site then work should halt immediately and an appropriately qualified ecologist should be consulted. For definitive information primary legislative sources should be consulted. 03 The applicant is reminded that the site was subject to a Section 52 Legal Agreement under the Town and Country Planning act 1971 after planning permission was granted for application ref: R87/960P. Such agreement restricted the use of the building and development works that can take place without prior consent at the application site, marked by a red line boundary submitted to application ref: R87/960P. 04 The applicant is reminded of their duties under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in enforcement action by the relevant authorities.

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