Agenda and minutes

There were no apologies for absence.

To approve the Minutes of the Planning Committee meeting held on 17 May 2017, copy attached.

It was proposed by the Vice Chairman, seconded by Councillor Saunders and agreed that the minutes of the Planning Committee held on 17 May 2017 be approved and signed by the Chairman.

Members noted the report.

PROPOSAL: Erection of two storey rear extension together with porch to front elevation

Speaking as ward councillor was Councillor Matterface.

It was proposed by the Chairman and seconded by the Vice-Chairman:

“THAT the officer’s recommendation be adopted, namely:

‘That the application be APPROVED subject to the following conditions:

1  The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.

GROUND:

In accordance with Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Purchase Act 2004).

 2  The proposed development shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted application as amended by the revised drawings numbered:

16/208/03 Revision B received 16/05/17

16/208/04 Revision B received 16/05/17

16/208/SP/LP Revision A received 16/05/17

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.

 3  The external materials and external finishes to be used in the extension  hereby approved shall be of the same colour, finish and texture as those on the existing property.

GROUND:

In the interests of visual amenity in accordance with Policy D1 of the Thanet Local Plan.’”

Further to debate, the motion was put to the vote and declared LOST.

Then, it was proposed by Councillor Partington and seconded by Councillor Tomlinson:

“THAT Members conduct a SITE VISIT in order to assess the situation.”

Upon the motion being put to the vote, it was declared CARRIED.

PROPOSAL: Erection of a part two storey, part single storey rear extension, with 8No. rooflights, and 4No rooflights to front elevation.

Speaking in favour of the application was Mrs Norwood.

Speaking as ward councillor was Councillor Wells.

It was proposed by the Chairman and seconded by Councillor J Fairbrass:

“THAT the officer’s recommendation be adopted, namely:

‘That the application be APPROVED subject to the following conditions:

1  The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.

GROUND:

In accordance with Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Purchase Act 2004).

 2  The proposed development shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted application as amended by the revised drawing numbered DSN/2A received 15 May 2017 and DSN/3C received 16 May and dated 2017

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.

 3  The external materials and external finishes to be used in the erection of the extensions hereby approved shall be of the same colour, finish and texture as those on the existing property.

GROUND:

In the interests of visual amenity in accordance with Policy D1 of the Thanet Local Plan.

 4  The first floor window in the North and South elevation of the extensions hereby approved shall be provided and maintained with obscure glass.

GROUND:

To safeguard the privacy and amenities currently enjoyed by the occupiers of adjoining residential properties in accordance with policy D1 of the Thanet Local Plan.’”

Following debate, the motion was put to the vote and declared CARRIED.

PROPOSAL: Erection of a two storey side and rear extension and a single storey side extension incorporating garage; alterations to existing boundary wall and creation of new access/driveway onto Lerryn Gardens following demolition of existing garage

Speaking raising points of concern was Mr Buffrey.

Speaking as ward councillor was Councillor Matterface.

It was proposed by the Chairman and seconded by Councillor Partington:

“THAT the officer’s recommendation be adopted, namely:

‘That the application be APPROVED subject to the following conditions:

1  The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.

GROUND:

In accordance with Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Purchase Act 2004).

 2  The proposed development shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted application as amended by the revised drawings numbered:

16/1780/PL05 Revision E received 08/05/17

16/1780/PL/06 Revision E received 08/05/17

16/1780/PL/07 Revision E received 08/05/17

16/1780/PL/08 Revision E received 08/05/17

16/1780/PL/09 Revision E received 08/05/17

16/1780/PL/10 Revision E received 08/05/17

16/1780/PL/11 Revision E received 17/05/17

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area

 3  The external materials and external finishes to be used in the extension hereby approved shall be of the same colour, finish and texture as those on the existing property.

GROUND:

In the interests of visual amenity in accordance with Policy D1 of the Thanet Local Plan.

 4  Vehicular access to and egress from the adjoining highway shall be limited to the access  shown on drawing No 16/1780/PL/11 Revision E only. Any other access or egresses shall be permanently closed, and the footway / highway verge shall be reinstated in accordance with a detailed scheme to be agreed with the Local Planning Authority in consultation with the Highway Authority, concurrently with the bringing into use of the new access.

GROUND:

In the interests of highway safety.’”

Following debate, the motion was put to the vote and declared CARRIED.

PROPOSAL: Outline application for the erection of 2No. semi-detached two storey dwellings, with alteration to existing access, including layout and access

Speaking in favour of the application was Mrs Scott.

It was proposed by the Chairman and seconded by Councillor J Fairbrass:

“THAT the officer’s recommendation be adopted, namely:

‘That the application be APPROVED subject to the following conditions:

1  Approval of the details of the scale and appearance of any buildings to be erected, and the landscaping of the site, (hereinafter called 'the reserved matters') shall be obtained from the Local Planning Authority in writing before any development is commenced.

GROUND:

As no such details have been submitted.

 2  Plans and particulars of the reserved matters referred to in Condition 1 above, shall be submitted in writing to the Local Planning Authority and shall be carried out as approved.

GROUND:

In accordance with Section 92(2) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004).

 3  Application for approval of the reserved matters shall be made to the Local Planning Authority before the expiration of 3 years from the date of this permission.

GROUND:

In accordance with Section 92(2) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004).

 4  The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of 2 years from the date of approval of the last of the reserved matters to be approved.

GROUND:

In accordance with Section 92(2) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004).

 5  Prior to the first use of the development hereby permitted, the means of access as shown on drawings numbered 2757-SK01E and 706/201, shall be provided and thereafter maintained.

GROUND:

In the interests of Highway Safety.

 6  Details to be submitted pursuant of Condition 1 above shall include a bound surface material for the first 5m of the access from the edge of the highway.

GROUND:

In the interests of highway safety.

 7  Prior to the first occupation of the development hereby permitted, the approved visibility splays as shown on plans numbered 706/202 and 706/201, received 01 March 2017, shall be provided with no obstructions over 1m above carriageway level. The approved splays shall thereafter be implemented in full and maintained.

GROUND:

In the interests of highway safety.

 8  Prior to the first occupation of the development hereby permitted, the refuse storage facilities and refuse storage collection point, as shown on the approved plan numbered 2757-SK01E, shall be provided and thereafter maintained.

GROUND:

To secure a satisfactory standard of development and in the interests of the amenities of the area, in accordance with Policy D1 of the Thanet Local Plan.

 9  Prior to the first occupation of the development, the area shown on plan numbered 2757-SK01E for the parking and manoeuvring of vehicles shall be operational prior to any part of the  ...  view the full minutes text for item 200.

PROPOSAL: Change of use from car park to communal garden use.

It was proposed by the Vice Chairman, seconded by Councillor Tomlinson and RESOLVED:

“THAT the officer’s recommendation be adopted, namely:

‘That the application be APPROVED subject to the following conditions:

1  The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.

GROUND:

In accordance with Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Purchase Act 2004).

 2  The proposed development shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted application as amended by the revised drawings numbered PGA_001 Rev A, PGA_002 Rev A, PGA_003 Rev A and PGA_004 Rev A received 11 May 2017

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.

 3  The proposed development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved planting plan numbered PGA_004 Rev A received 11 May 2017 and the approved planting schedule entitled 'Planting for Dalby Square North Car Park' received 29 March 2017.

GROUND:

In the interests of the visual amenities of the area and to adequately integrate the development into the environment in accordance with Policies D1 and D2 of the Thanet Local Plan

 4  All hard and soft landscape works shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details. The works shall be carried out prior to the first use of the site as communal gardens, or in accordance with a programme of works to be agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority. Any trees or plants which within a period of 5 years from the completion of the development die, are removed or become seriously damaged or diseased, shall be replaced in the next planting season with others of a similar size and species, unless the Local Planning Authority gives any written consent to any variation.

GROUND:

In the interests of the visual amenities of the area in accordance with Policies D1 and D2 of the Thanet Local Plan

 5  Prior to the commencement of development hereby permitted, a detailed construction management plan shall be submitted to, and approved in writing by, the Local Planning Authority. The plan shall include the following information:

- Provision of construction vehicle loading/unloading and turning facilities on site for the duration of construction.

- Provision of parking facilities for site personnel and visitors for the duration of construction.

- Provision of measures to prevent the discharge of surface water onto the highway.

- Provision of wheel washing facilities for the duration of construction.

Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.

GROUND:

In the interests of highway safety.’”

PROPOSAL: Erection of a first floor side extension with balcony to rear, single storey rear extension with terrace over and balustrade fencing, erection of single storey front garage extension with pitched roof, alterations to fenestration together with the removal of front veranda

It was proposed by the Vice Chairman, seconded by Councillor Tomlinson and RESOLVED:

“THAT the officer’s recommendation be adopted, namely:

‘That the application be APPROVED subject to the following conditions:

1  The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.

GROUND:

In accordance with Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Purchase Act 2004).

 2  The proposed development shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted application as amended by the revised drawings numbered 07 A, 08 A, 09 A, 10 A, 11 A, 12 A received 25 May 2017.

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.

 3  The development hereby approved will be finished in white render, grey render and split face slate cladding as annotated on the approved plans numbered 11 A and 12 A received 25 May 2017.

GROUND:

In the interests of visual amenity in accordance with Policy D1 of the Thanet Local Plan.

 4  The colour and finish of the tiles to the development hereby approved, shall be of the same colour, finish and texture as those on the existing property.

GROUND:

In the interests of visual amenity in accordance with Policy D1 of the Thanet Local Plan.’”

PROPOSAL: Erection of a four storey building containing 9no. self-contained flats, 2no. 1-bed flats, 6no. 2-beds flats and 1no. 3-bed flat

Speaking as ward councillor was Councillor Johnston.

It was proposed by the Chairman and seconded by Councillor Taylor:

“THAT the officer’s recommendation be adopted, namely:

‘That the application be REFUSED for the following reason:

1  The rear façade of the proposed development would, by virtue of the introduction of balconies and the inappropriate size and placement of fenestration, be out of character with other rear elevations of properties in the surrounding area which are traditional in design and subservient to their principle front elevations.  The proposed development therefore fails to preserve or enhance the character and appearance of the conservation area resulting in significant harm to the designated heritage asset not outweighed by public benefits contrary to paragraphs 26, 63, 64 and 131, 132 and 134 of the NPPF.’”

Following debate, the motion was put to the vote and declared LOST.

Then it was proposed by Councillor Partington and seconded by Councillor Tomlinson:

“That the application be APPROVED for the following reasons:

‘There would be no substantial harm to character and appearance of the conservation area.’”

Upon being put to the vote, the motion was declared CARRIED.

PROPOSAL: Retrospective application for the change of use from former stables/barn to a single dwelling

Speaking in favour of the application was Mr Elvidge.

It was proposed by the Chairman and seconded by the Vice Chairman:

“THAT the officer’s recommendation be adopted, namely:

‘That the application be REFUSED for the following reason:

1  The site is outside the built up area boundary of any settlement and, as such, represents an unsustainable and isolated form of development within the countryside contrary to saved policies H1 and CC1 of the Thanet Local Plan and paragraphs 14 and 55 of the National Planning Policy Framework.

Upon being put to the vote, the motion was declared CARRIED.

PROPOSAL: Erection of  10no. dwellings together with formation of vehicular access to Tivoli Road

Speaking raising points of concern was Mr Poynter.

Also speaking raising points of concern was Mr Jackson.

It was proposed by the Chairman and seconded by Councillor L Piper:

“THAT the officer’s recommendation be adopted, namely:

‘That the application be DEFERRED AND DELEGATED to the Director of Community Services to approve subject to receipt of a legal agreement securing the agreed planning obligations and the following safeguarding conditions:

1  The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.

GROUND:

In accordance with Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Purchase Act 2004).

 2  The proposed development shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted application as amended by the revised drawings numbered 16.986.MB.PL02 Rev B, 16.986.MB.PL03 Rev A, 16.986.MB.PL05 Rev A, 16.986.MB.PL06 Rev A, and 16.986.MB.PL07 Rev G, received 06 June 2017; revised drawings numbered 16.986.MB.PL16 Rev A and 16.986.MB.PL17 received 24 May 2017; revised drawing numbered 16.986.MB.PL15, received 18 May 2017; revised drawing numbered 16.986.MB.PL01 Rev A, received 23 February 2017; and drawing numbered 16.986.MB.PL04 Rev A, received 22 August 2016.

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.

 3  Prior to the commencement of development hereby permitted, a detailed sustainable surface water drainage scheme for the site shall be submitted to (and approved in writing by) the local planning authority. The detailed drainage scheme shall demonstrate that the surface water generated by this development (for all rainfall durations and intensities up to and including the climate change adjusted critical 100yr storm) can be accommodated and disposed of within the site

boundary via infiltration without increase to flood risk on or off-site. The drainage scheme shall also demonstrate that silt and pollutants resulting from the site use can be adequately managed to ensure there is no pollution risk to receiving waters.

GROUND:

To ensure that the principles of sustainable drainage are incorporated into this proposal and to ensure ongoing efficiency of the drainage provisions, in accordance with the NPPF.

 4  Prior to the first occupation of any part of the development hereby approved, details of the implementation, maintenance and management of the sustainable drainage scheme have been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. The scheme shall be implemented and thereafter managed and maintained in accordance with the approved details. Those details shall include:

i) a timetable for its implementation, and

ii) a management and maintenance plan for the lifetime of the development which shall include the arrangements for adoption by any public body or statutory undertaker, or any other arrangements to secure the operation of the sustainable drainage system throughout its lifetime.

GROUND:

To ensure that the principles of sustainable drainage are incorporated into this proposal and to ensure ongoing efficiency of the drainage provisions, in accordance with the NPPF.

 5  No infiltration of  ...  view the full minutes text for item 205.

PROPOSAL: Outline application for mixed use residential and business development comprising 19 dwellings, 4 live-work units, and a detached building incorporating a shop and cafe, together with associated access roads, paths and vehicle parking, including access and layout

It was proposed by the Vice Chairman, seconded by Councillor Tomlinson and RESOLVED:

“THAT the officer’s recommendation be adopted, namely:

‘That the application be DEFERRED AND DELEGATED to the Director of Community Services to approve subject to receipt of a legal agreement securing the agreed planning obligations and the following safeguarding conditions:

1  Approval of the details of the layout, scale and appearance of any buildings to be erected and the landscaping of the site, (hereinafter called ‘the reserved matters’) shall be obtained from the Local Planning Authority in writing before any development is commenced.

GROUND:

As no such details have been submitted. 

 2  Plans and particulars of the reserved matters referred to in Condition 1 above, shall be submitted in writing to the Local Planning Authority and shall be carried out as approved.

GROUND:

In accordance with Section 92(2) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004).

 3  Application for approval of the reserved matters shall be made to the Local Planning Authority before the expiration of 3 years from the date of this permission.

GROUND:

In accordance with Section 92(2) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004).

 4  The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of 2 years from the date of approval of the last of the reserved matters to be approved.

GROUND:

In accordance with Section 92(2) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004).

 5  No development or other operations shall take place on site until a detailed construction management statement has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The method statement shall include:

(a) Provision for construction vehicle loading/unloading and turning facilities for the duration of the construction period;

(b) the location of any temporary buildings and compound areas;

(c) the location of parking areas for construction and other vehicles;

(d) the measures to be used to prevent the deposit of mud and other deleterious material on the public highway; and,

The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved construction management statement.

GROUND:

In order that the Local Planning Authority may retain control over the construction activities in the interests of the amenities of the locality in accordance with the NPPF.

 6  Prior to the first use of any of the development hereby permitted, a scheme detailing measures to prevent the discharge of surface water onto the highway shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The scheme shall be implemented as agreed.

GROUND:

To ensure satisfactory development of the  ...  view the full minutes text for item 206.