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West Dunbartonshire Council · 26 August 2026
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WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL At a Hybrid Meeting of West Dunbartonshire Council held in the Civic Space, 16 Church Street, Dumbarton on Wednesday, 17 June 2026 at 4.00 p.m. Present: Provost Karen Murray Conaghan, and Councillors Jim Bollan, Kevin Crawford, Ian Dickson, Diane Docherty, Gurpreet Singh Johal, Daniel Lennie, David McBride, Michelle McGinty, June McKay, John Millar, Lawrence O’Neill, Lauren Oxley, Chris Pollock, Martin Rooney, William Rooney, Gordon Scanlan, Hazel Sorrell, Clare Steel and Sophie Traynor. Attending: Peter Hessett, Chief Executive; Laurence Slavin, Chief Officer – Resources, and Section 95 Officer; Graeme Forrester, Manager of Democratic and Registration Services (Legal Officer); Amanda Graham, Chief Officer – Citizen, Culture and Facilities; Victoria Rogers, Chief Officer – People and Technology; Peter Barry, Chief Officer – Housing Services; Gail Macfarlane, Chief Officer – Roads and Neighbourhood; Gillian Hamilton, Chief Officer – Education; Beth Culshaw, Chief Officer – West Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP); Julie Slavin, Chief Financial Officer; Carol Alderson, Finance Manager; Michelle Lynn, Asset Manager; Michael Mulgrew, Planning, Building Standards and Environmental Health Manager; and Carol-Ann Burns, Senior Democratic Services Officer. Also Attending: Caleb Oguche, External Audit Senior Manager, and Gillian McConnachie, Shared Chief Internal Auditor, Forvis Mazars. Apologies: Apologies for absence were intimated on behalf of Councillors Fiona Hennebry and Jonathan McColl. Provost Karen Murray Conaghan in the Chair STATEMENT BY CHAIR – AUDIO STREAMING Provost Murray Conaghan advised that the meeting was being audio streamed and broadcast live to the internet and would be available for playback. ITEM 5
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DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST It was noted that there were no declarations of interest in any of the items of business on the agenda. URGENT ITEMS OF BUSINESS; MOTION BY COUNCILLOR LAUREN OXLEY – ‘CELEBRATING JOHN MCGINN AND SCOTLAND’S HISTORIC WORLD CUP VICTORY’ AND MOTION BY COUNCILLOR MICHELLE MCGINTY – ‘CONGRATULATIONS TO RENTON BOXER CAITLIN RAINEY’ The Provost advised that she had accepted requests from Councillors Oxley and McGinty for motions concerning, respectively, John McGinn and Caitlin Rainey. The Provost advised that these items would be considered at the end of the meeting. RECORDING OF VOTES The Council agreed that all votes taken during the meeting would be carried out by roll call vote to ensure an accurate record. OPEN FORUM The Council noted that no open forum questions had been submitted by members of the public. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING The Minutes of Meeting of West Dunbartonshire Council held on 29 April 2026 were submitted and approved as a correct record. MINUTES OF MEETING OF AUDIT COMMITTEE The Minutes of Meeting of the Audit Committee held on 18 February 2026 were submitted and noted and all decisions contained therein were approved.
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DC24/108/PPP: ERECTION OF RESIDENTIAL-LED (CLASS 8, CLASS 9 AND SUI GENERIS) MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT INCLUDING CLASS 1A (RETAIL), CLASS 3 (RESTAURANTS AND CAFES), SUI GENERIS HOT FOOD TAKEAWAYS/PUBLIC HOUSES, CLASS 4 (OFFICE), CLASS 10 (NON RESIDENTIAL INSTITUTIONS) AND CLASS 11 (LEISURE) WITH ASSOCIATED OUTDOOR SPACE AND PUBLIC REALM WORKS, ACCESS, LANDSCAPING, PARKING AND INFRASTRUCTURE AT ARTIZAN CENTRE, COLLEGE WAY, DUMBARTON BY WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL A report was submitted by the Chief Officer – Regulatory and Regeneration seeking determination of a planning application for a national development, the site of which sits within the Clyde Mission area as set out in National Planning Framework 4, and therefore, under the terms of the approved Scheme of Delegation, was required to be determined by Full Council. After discussion and having heard the Planning, Building Standards and Environmental Health Manager in further explanation and in answer to Members’ questions, the Council agreed:- (1) to approve the application subject to the conditions set out in Section 9 of Appendix 1 to the report (shown as Appendix 1 to these Minutes); and (2) to note: (i) that by so having determined to approve the application, subject to conditions, the application would require to be notified to the Scottish Ministers under The Town and Country Planning (Notification of Applications) (Scotland) Direction 2009 as SEPA had objected in principle to the development; (ii) should West Dunbartonshire Council remain consenting authority for the application, a notification to Scottish Ministers under the Town and Country Planning (Notification of Applications) (10 or more homes on non-allocated land) (Scotland) Direction 2025 would be required. FINANCIAL UPDATE A report was submitted by the Chief Officer – Resources providing an update on the financial challenges facing the Council and the estimated 2027/28 to 2031/32 revenue budget gaps. After discussion and having heard the Chief Officer – Resources in further explanation and in answer to Members’ questions, the Council agreed to note the updated position regarding projections for the Council’s estimated revenue budget gaps in 2027/28-2031/32, particularly the updated estimated mid-range 2027/28 budget gap of £10.005m.
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2025/26 UNAUDITED WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL AND COMMON GOOD AND TRUST ANNUAL ACCOUNTS A report was submitted by the Chief Officer – Resources providing a copy of the unaudited 2025/26 West Dunbartonshire Council Annual Accounts and information regarding the 2025/26 outturn as set out in the draft accounts. After discussion and having heard the Chief Officer – Resources in further explanation and in answer to Members’ questions, the Council agreed:- (1) to note the outcome of the self-evaluation process in considering how the Council currently meets the agreed Code of Good Governance, together with the issues identified and improvement actions; (2) to approve the actions identified by management in the Annual Governance Statement to improve internal controls; (3) to note the unaudited 2025/26 West Dunbartonshire Council Annual Accounts which incorporates the Annual Governance Statement; (4) to note the unaudited 2025/26 Common Good and Trust Funds Annual Accounts; and (5) to delegate authority to the Audit Committee to formally approve the audited accounts. AUDITED 2024/25 WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL ANNUAL ACCOUNTS Members noted that it had not been possible for a report on this matter to be provided in time for the present meeting and that the report would instead be submitted to the Meeting of Council being held on 26 August 2026. 2024/25 WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL ANNUAL AUDIT REPORT Members noted that it had not been possible for a report on this matter to be provided in time for the present meeting and that the report would instead be submitted to the Meeting of Council being held on 26 August 2026. GENERAL SERVICES REVENUE BUDGETARY CONTROL REPORT TO 31 MARCH 2026 (DRAFT OUTTURN) A report was submitted by the Chief Officer – Resources advising on the draft outturn position of the 2025/26 Revenue Budget and the level of the General Fund Reserve as at 31 March 2026. Having heard the Chief Officer – Resources in further explanation, the Council agreed:-
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(1) to note the overall favourable variance (underspend) on the General Fund Revenue Budget of £7.236m, an improvement in forecast of £4.090m since last reported (£3.146m); (2) to note a projected favourable variance (underspend) on the General Services Delivery Budget of £1.797m (0.60% of total budget), an improvement in forecast of £2.108m since last reported (£0.311m adverse at period 10); (3) to note a projected in-year use of earmarked reserves of £3.027m, offset by a transfer in of £8.439m to earmarked reserves and a transfer from unearmarked reserves of £1.173m thus increasing the overall forecast earmarked balance to £15.406m; and (4) to approve the transfer from free reserves of £2.260m to the Early Severance/Voluntary Early Retirement Reserve and £1.180m to the Smoothing Fund. GENERAL SERVICES CAPITAL BUDGETARY CONTROL REPORT 2025/26 TO 31 MARCH 2026 (DRAFT OUTTURN) A report was submitted by the Chief Officer – Resources providing the draft outturn on the General Services capital financial performance to 31 March 2026. After discussion and having heard the Chief Officer – Resources in further explanation and in answer to Members’ questions, the Council agreed:- (1) to note the draft outturn of the 2025/26 General Services capital budget; (2) to note the recurring budget underspend and 8 completed projects detailed in Appendix 2 to the report; and (3) to note the reprofiling of the budgets of 50 projects noted in Appendix 3 to the report (£10.264m) over the project life. HOUSING REVENUE ACCOUNT OUTTURN FOR FINANCIAL YEAR 2025/2026 A report was submitted by the Chief Officer – Resources advising of the Housing Revenue Account outturn position for 2025/2026. After discussion and having heard the Chief Officer – Resources in further explanation and in answer to Members’ questions, the Council agreed:- (1) to note the HRA outturn 2025/26 surplus of £0.512m, a projected favourable variance (underspend) of £0.477m; and (2) to note the 31 March 2026 HRA reserve position of £1.122m which was £0.038m below the HRA prudential target of £1.160m.
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HOUSING REVENUE ACCOUNT CAPITAL OUTTURN FOR FINANCIAL YEAR 2025/2026 A report was submitted by the Chief Officer – Resources advising of the Housing Revenue Account capital outturn position for 2025/2026. Having heard the Chief – Resources Officer in further explanation, the Council agreed to note the outturn position against the 2025/26 HRA capital plan. CREMATORIUM A report was submitted by the Chief Officer – Roads and Neighbourhood providing the information requested in the amendment agreed at the Infrastructure, Regeneration and Economic Development Committee meeting on 20 May 2026 in relation to weekend access to the Hall of Remembrance at Clydebank Crematorium. SUSPENSION OF STANDING ORDERS Having heard the Provost and following discussion, the Legal Officer advised that a suspension of Standing Order 29(c) would be required to be agreed in order that a proposed motion by Councillor Bollan could be considered. The Council agreed the suspension of the Standing Order. ADJOURNMENT The Provost adjourned the meeting for a short recess. The meeting reconvened at 5.00 p.m. with all those Members and officers listed in the sederunt present. After discussion and having heard from the Chief Executive, Councillor McBride moved:- That the Council agrees:- (1) to note the actions taken by the Service to deliver the saving option agreed in March 2026; (2) to note the costs set out within paragraph 4.6 of the report; and (3) to reinstate access to view the Book of Remembrance on Saturdays and Sundays with additional costs to be funded from reserves. As an amendment, and noting that any potential additional costs would be funded from reserves, Councillor Bollan moved:- Council agrees to reverse the cut made to Crematorium Services on 4.3.2026 contained in Ref 2627 RNO6.
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The reason for this proposal is that the report presented was incomplete by not advising Council that the saving of £480 per week was against an income of around £1,542 per week for a Saturday, resulting in a loss of income to WDC of around £53,000 a year. This is an extremely sensitive issue for the public in West Dunbartonshire and it is important that the Council correct the situation by re-instating the cremation services on a Saturday. While the additional income of around £53,000 a year for WDC is welcome, the increased service to bereaved families is hugely more important. Councillor Martin Rooney then seconded Councillor McBride’s motion, and Councillor McKay seconded Councillor Bollan’s amendment. On a roll call vote being taken between the amendment (Councillor Bollan) and the motion (Councillor McBride), 13 Members voted for the amendment, namely Provost Murray Conaghan and Councillors Bollan, Crawford, Dickson, Docherty, Lennie, McKay, O’Neill, Oxley, Pollock, Scanlan, Steel and Traynor, and 7 Members voted for the motion, namely and Councillors Singh Johal, McBride, McGinty, Millar, Martin Rooney, William Rooney and Sorrell. The amendment was accordingly declared carried. VACANCIES ON COUNCIL COMMITTEES A report was submitted by the Chief Officer – Regulatory and Regeneration requesting the Council fills the current list of vacancies on council committees, working groups, joint boards and outside bodies. After discussion, Councillor Scanlan moved:- Council notes the vacant spaces on committees, outside bodies and working groups. Council proposes the following elected members to fill the following vacancies:- Audit Committee – Provost Karen Murray Conaghan. Cultural Committee – Councillor Kevin Crawford. Educational Services Committee – Councillor Chris Pollock. Planning Committee and Local Review Body –- Councillor Sophie Traynor. West Dunbartonshire Health and Social Care Partnership (Joint Board) & HSCP Audit and Performance Committee – Councillor Sophie Traynor.
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West of Scotland Archaeology Service Joint Committee - Councillor Chris Pollock. Visitor Levy Advisory Forum – Councillor Ian Dickson. North Strathclyde Area Support Team (local authority member) - Councillor Lauren Oxley. Councillor Martin Rooney asked Councillor Scanlan if he would be willing to accept the following addendum to his motion:- Educational Services Committee – Councillor Jonathan McColl. Licensing Committee – Councillor Jonathan McColl. Cost of Living Working Group – Councillor Jonathan McColl. Visitor Levy Advisory Forum – Councillor Martin Rooney and Cllr David McBride. Councillor Scanlan confirmed his acceptance of the addendum, and the Council agreed the motion with addendum. NOTICE OF MOTIONS Motion by Councillor William Rooney – 10 Years of Clydebank Men’s Shed Clydebank Men’s Shed will celebrate its tenth anniversary with an open day on the 5th of August 2026. The Men’s Shed was established in 2016 and is marking ten years of supporting men in Clydebank and beyond. Clydebank Men’s Sheds plays an important role as community hub where men connect through shared activities, foster solidarity, and form lasting friendships. Over the last decade, it has been vital to help to tackle isolation and support mental health and wellbeing. Council agrees to recognise and promote the positive impact Clydebank Men's Shed has had on men’s health and wellbeing over the past ten years, and we recognise the work of all those involved and wish them continued success over the coming years. The Council agreed the motion.
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Motion by Councillor Hazel Sorrell – Marking Twenty Years of Haldane Youth Services Haldane Youth Services is a registered charity providing afterschool activities and youth provision for children and young people aged 4–24 in West Dunbartonshire. This year the group will celebrate two decades of dedicated service to children, young people, families, and the wider community across West Dunbartonshire. Haldane Youth Services aim is to make a positive and lasting difference to the lives of young people and their families by: Raising aspirations and broadening horizons. Encouraging confidence and increasing self-esteem. Giving young people a voice within their community. Rewarding commitment and positive social interaction. Supporting young people to make healthy lifestyle choices. The group also work closely with local primary and secondary schools to ensure our support is accessible, familiar, and rooted in the community. Since opening in 2006, Haldane Youth Service has grown from a small volunteer-led project into a trusted community organisation delivering high-quality programmes that promote wellbeing, confidence, leadership, and positive futures. The Council notes that Haldane Youth Services is celebrating its 20th Anniversary, on Saturday 27th June at the Annex Building Old Jamestown Primary, Main Street, Jamestown. Finally, this Council thanks all the staff and the volunteers - past and present - for all they have done over the past twenty years to help make Haldane Youth Services such a great success. The Council agreed the motion. URGENT MOTIONS Motion by Councillor Lauren Oxley – Celebrating John McGinn and Scotland's Historic World Cup Victory Council notes with immense pride that Clydebank’s own John McGinn scored the goal that secured Scotland’s first World Cup victory for the men’s team since 1990 - a historic moment for our country.
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McGinn is a proud Bankie who has gone on to build an inspirational career in football, playing in the Premier League and being called up to play for Scotland’s National Team on more than 50 occasions. Throughout his success, he continues to return to his hometown and has been a consistent supporter of local schools, businesses and organisations. His affection for Clydebank and the local people who have supported him throughout his journey was also highlighted in the recent BBC documentary “In Search of the Beautiful Game”, hosted by fellow Bankie Kevin Bridges, in which they revisited some of the places that helped shape them and put the town on the map. McGinn’s journey from local pitches in Clydebank to representing Scotland on the world stage is an inspiration to children and young people across West Dunbartonshire. It demonstrates that with hard work and perseverance, young people achieve their dreams and aspirations, regardless of where they come from. Council congratulates John McGinn and the entire Scotland squad on their historic win and wishes them the best of luck for the remainder of the tournament. The Council agreed the motion. Motion by Councillor Michelle McGinty – Congratulations to Renton Boxer Caitlin Rainey That this Council congratulates Caitlin Rainey, an outstanding boxer from Renton, on her selection to represent Team Scotland at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow this summer. The Council recognises that Caitlin has earned her selection through hard work, dedication, and exceptional sporting talent, including winning a bronze in the European Under-23 Championships in 2024. Understands that Caitlin is one of eleven boxers, five of them women who will make their Boxing debut at the games. Caitlin's achievement is not only a source of real pride to her family, Renton and wider West Dunbartonshire but brings real inspiration to young people, especially young women in our local area. The Council wishes Caitlin every success as she prepares to compete in Glasgow 2026 and looks forward to watching her journey in the competition. The Council agreed the motion. DATE OF NEXT MEETING Members are requested to note that the next ordinary meeting of West Dunbartonshire Council is scheduled to be held on 26 August 2026.
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The meeting closed at 5.52 p.m.
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APPENDIX 1 9. CONDITIONS 1. The development to which this permission relates must be commenced no later than eight years from the date of this permission. Reason: To be in compliance with Section 59(2A) (b) of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997, as amended. 2. That prior to the submission of the first application for the approval of matters specified by condition, a detailed phasing plan for the entire application site showing the relevant phases and anticipated timescales for the development of each phase, and the inter-relationship of the phases shall be submitted for the further approval of the Planning Authority. All applications for the approval of matters specified by condition shall thereafter either demonstrate compliance with the agreed phasing plan or include an updated phasing plan for approval. Development shall at all times proceed in accordance with the most up- to-date approved phasing plan unless otherwise first agreed in writing by the Planning Authority. Reason: To ensure the appropriate phasing for the comprehensive delivery of the development of the site. 3. No development shall commence within any phase of the development until such time as approval of the detailed design, layout and other matters associated with that development phase, (hereinafter called "the matters specified in conditions") has been granted by the Planning Authority. These matters are as follows: a. the siting, design, external appearance and external materials of all buildings and other structures, including floor plans and elevations. Full specifications of all materials must be submitted and samples submitted to the Planning Authority on request. the means of access to, and layout of, the site, including car parking provision inclusive of disabled bays, and the provision of electric vehicle charging, cycle parking provision and servicing arrangements in so far as is required. b. the details of, and timetable for, the implementation of the hard and soft landscaping for the site, including details of maintenance arrangements. c. full details of the design and location of all boundary walls and fences. d. details of existing and proposed site levels and site sections. e. details of flood mitigation measures. f. the provision of surface water drainage works incorporating Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS). For the avoidance of doubt, the submitted details shall be in accordance with CIRIA C753, the SUDS Manual and Sewers for Scotland This shall also demonstrate that all surface water is intercepted within the site. g. the disposal of sewerage. h. details of the storage and collection of waste and recycling from the development. i. detailed information on biodiversity enhancement measures to be incorporated into the development. j. details of tree protection during the construction phase. k. full details of the incorporation of low and zero carbon infrastructure into the development.
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l. an updated noise impact assessment specifically considering the detail of the development comprising that phase and any required noise mitigation measures shall be submitted. m. an updated air quality assessment specifically considering the detail of the development comprising that phase and any required air quality mitigation measures shall be submitted. n. a detailed report on the extent, scale and nature of any contamination for each development parcel/phase shall be carried out with a detailed remediation strategy and implementation plan detailing the measures necessary to bring the site to a condition suitable for the intended use. o. A Green and Active Travel Plan. Reason: In order to ensure that the development is of an acceptable appearance and character and that all associated technical issues are addressed. 4. That as part of the first application for matters specified by condition as required in connection with condition 3, a site-wide water environment investigation and assessment shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority. The report shall be prepared by a suitably qualified person and as a minimum shall include the following: a. Suitable and sufficient monitoring from across the entire site in order to identify the extent, scale and nature of contamination with regards to the water environment. b. An appropriate level of assessment in accordance with current guidance that identifies the key receptors and the significance of any pollutant linkages found to be present. Should a significant pollutant linkage be identified on the site then a site wide preliminary remedial options appraisal is to be provided that demonstrates whereabouts on the site remediation is considered likely. Any measures identified in the report shall be implemented as approved within a timescale agreed with the Planning Authority. Reason: To protect the wider environment and to ensure that the site is suitable for its intended use. 5. If there is a requirement to either re-use site won material or to import material then the assessment criteria and sampling frequency that would adequately demonstrate its suitability for use shall be submitted to and approved by the Planning Authority prior to any material being re-used or imported. In addition to this and in accordance with BS3882:2015 and BS8601:2013, material to be used in the top 300mm shall also be free from metals, plastic, wood, glass, tarmac, paper and odours. On completion of the works and at a time and or phasing agreed by the Planning Authority, the developer shall submit a verification report containing details of the source of the material and appropriate test results to demonstrate its suitability for use. Reason: To protect public health and to ensure that the site is suitable for its intended use. 6. The presence of any previously unexpected contamination that becomes evident during the development of the site shall be reported to the Planning Authority in
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writing within one week, and work on the site shall cease. At this stage, if requested by the Planning Authority, an appropriate investigation and risk assessment shall be undertaken and a remediation scheme shall be submitted to and approved by the Planning Authority prior to the recommencement of site works. The approved details shall be implemented as approved. Reason: To protect public health and to ensure that the site is fit for its intended use. 7. That all surface water shall be intercepted within the site both during construction and on completion of the development. Full details of measures to ensure that surface water run-off is contained within the site shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority prior to the commencement of any works on site. The measures shall be implemented and maintained as approved. Reason: In the interest of management of surface water and drainage infrastructure. 8. Notwithstanding condition 3 above, no residential property shall be occupied until the contents of a Travel Information Pack which encourages reduced dependency on the private car by highlighting the location of local amenities, public transport services and active travel routes is submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority. Thereafter, on the occupation of each residential property, the approved Travel Information Pack shall be provided to new residents. Reason: In the interests of encouraging sustainable travel habits 9. That unless otherwise first agreed in writing by the Planning Authority as part of any application for maters specified by condition for any phase of the development, a Construction Traffic Management Plan shall be submitted which shall include, but shall not necessarily be limited to the following: a. A construction programme b. details of wheel washing and road cleaning; c. hours of operation of site traffic; d. construction vehicle routes; e. prohibited routes; f. hours of deliveries; g. access to the site; h. construction traffic signage; i. parking locations of construction vehicles, site operatives and contractors which shall include staff parking out with the public road. Thereafter, construction traffic shall be managed in accordance with the approved arrangements at all times unless first otherwise agreed in writing by the Planning Authority. Reason: To ensure all matters relating to construction traffic are managed in an appropriate manner in the interests of road and pedestrian safety. 10. That unless otherwise first agreed in writing by the Planning Authority as part of any application for maters specified by condition for any phase of the development, a Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) shall be
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submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority. The CEMP shall include: a. A site specific CEMP outlining the details of all construction works and mitigation to be undertaken in relation to that phase together with an indicative timetable of activities. a. Hours of work associated with that phase for all works and ancillary operations (including piling) which are audible at the site boundary (or at such other place(s) as may first be agreed in writing with the Planning Authority) b. The hours of all delivery and other traffic arriving and leaving the site. c. A site waste management plan (dealing with all aspects of waste produced during the construction period) d. Details of the formation of the construction compound, welfare facilities, materials storage areas and stockpiles, car parking, compound lighting and boundary fencing e. A drainage management strategy for the site and a detailed drainage f. management plan, addressing the management of surface, ground and wastewater arising during construction. This shall demonstrate that all surface water is intercepted within the site during the construction period. g. Details for the sewage disposal and/or treatment from onsite welfare facilities The CEMP for each phase of the development shall thereafter be implemented on site as approved unless otherwise first agreed in writing by the Planning Authority. Reason: To ensure that construction is undertaken in an appropriate manner and to protect the amenity of nearby residents during the construction period. 11. No piling works shall be carried out until a method statement has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority. This statement shall include an assessment of the impact of the piling on surrounding properties, taking into account the guidance contained in BS 6472-1: 2008 'Evaluation of Human Response to Vibration in Buildings'. It shall detail any procedures which are proposed to minimise the impact of noise and vibration on the occupants of surrounding properties. This statement shall be prepared by a suitably qualified person, and the piling works shall thereafter be carried out in accordance with the approved method statement. Reason: To minimise noise and disturbance to neighbouring residents/occupants during construction. 12. Unless otherwise approved in writing by the Planning Authority, no development shall commence on site until such time as a scheme for the control and mitigation of dust has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority. The scheme shall identify likely sources of dust arising from the development or its construction and shall identify measures to prevent or limit the occurrence and impact of such dust. The approved scheme shall thereafter be implemented fully prior to any of the identified dust generating activities commencing on site and shall be maintained thereafter, unless otherwise approved by the Planning Authority. Reason: To minimise the occurrence of dust, in the interests of the amenity of the area.
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13. That as part of the first application for matters specified by condition as required in connection with condition 3, full details of the implementation of a programme of archaeological works in accordance with a written scheme of investigation be submitted for consideration by the Planning Authority in consultation with the West of Scotland Archaeology Service. Thereafter the developer shall ensure that the programme of archaeological works is fully implemented as agreed and that all recording and recovery of archaeological resources within the development site is undertaken to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority in agreement with the West of Scotland Archaeology Service. Reason: In the interests of the recording of antiquity. 14. All recommendations set out in Chapter 5 of the Preliminary Ecological Appraisal Report dated 21st February 2024 shall be followed to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority inclusive of the requirement for further survey work as may be required to inform any future application for approval of matters specified by condition under condition 3 above. Reason: In the interests of the protection of biodiversity. 15. Prior to the occupation of the first residential property within the site, the developer shall install the necessary infrastructure to enable the full development and all associated properties to be connected to the existing fibre optic network, where available in West Dunbartonshire, and in accordance with the relevant telecommunications provider’s standards. Reasons: In the interests of providing effective telecommunications connections.