They did so with a few conditions to help minimise the impact of the padel court, which East Anglia Tennis and Squash Club on Lime Tree Road hope to build, on neighbours.
But since being lodged, the plan has sparked controversy among those living nearby, with some for and others against the bid.
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East Anglia Tennis and Squash Club lodged a second application for another padel court at its site on Lime Tree Road (Image: Newsquest) Some are worried the impact of the noise of padel being played will “disturb the peace” of their neighbourhood.
But Sally Nicholson, environmental protection leader for Norwich City Council, said she did not object to the application provided that the courts are “constructed to minimise the noise from hitting the mesh.”
She said in her report: “The court should also have a noise management plan to prevent undue noise issues.
“The court hours of opening should be more limited than the existing tennis court to provide the residents with adequate respite so they can enjoy the amenity of their property.”
Ms Nicholson also recommended the hours of the court’s use ends around the same time when background noise in the area drops as this will stop the sound of the game being amplified.
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Padel courts are lined with tempered glass and mesh – similar to a squash court (Image: Canva) A decision is expected to be made at a Norwich City Council planning committee meeting on August 28.
The club submitted its new application in June this year as padel – a racket sport played in an enclosed court – continues to become more popular.
It has already been given planning permission to build two more padel courts at the front of its property.