Agenda and minutes

Apologies were received from Councillors Shrubb and Everitt. Councillor Shrubb substituted Councillor Wallin.

To receive any declarations of interest.  Members are advised to consider the advice contained within the Declaration of Interest advice attached to this Agenda.  If a Member declares an interest, they should complete the Declaration of Interest Form

There was one declaration of interest from Councillor Wing, regarding item 4E.

To approve the Minutes of the Planning Committee meeting held on 16/11/2022, copy attached.

Councillor Albon proposed, Councillor Coleman-Cooke seconded and Members agreed that the minutes of the meeting held on 16 November 2022 be approved as a correct record.

To consider the report of the Deputy Chief Executive, copy attached for Members of the Committee.

Note: Copies of correspondence relating to applications received will be available for members’ perusal in the Members’ Room from 5.00pm on the Friday before the meeting until the date of the meeting.

The Chair informed Committee Members that any site visits will take place on 6th January 2023.

POINT OF INFORMATION

The Planning Applications Manager spoke to the committee regarding item 4E:

A05 FH/TH/22/1304 - 53 Addington Street, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 9JJ

PROPOSAL: Outline application for the erection of 58 light industrial units (Use Class E(g)) and associated parking including access,

appearance, layout and scale.

Mr Peter Hodgman spoke against the application.

Ms Hannah Gagen spoke against the application.

Following discussion, the original proposal was withdrawn from the planning committee.

Councillor Albon proposed, Councillor Crittenden seconded and Members agreed:

“Officers to seek additional information on turning within the site and a reduction in the number of units to increase parking and turning available, to be brought back to members for determination.”

PROPOSAL: Erection of a two storey 66-bed care home (Use Class C2) with associated services, car parking and landscaping with access onto Northwood Road following demolition of existing building

Mr Thorpe spoke in favour of the application.

Mr Heeney spoke against the application.

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

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

That the application be approved subject to the following safeguarding conditions:

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).

The development hereby approved shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted drawing numbered CT10 2NH-A-03A, received 29 November 2022; drawings numbered CT10 2NH-A-05.1, CT10 2NH-A-05, CT10 2NH-A-04-A, SDL- 033.2,SDL-090.3C, and CYSH-PREM-2250 X 3000 X 2100, received 11 July 2022; and plans numbered AMA/21510/SK002 and AMA/21510/SK/001, received 26 October 2022.

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.

No development shall take place (except for demolition and vegetation clearance) until the applicant, or their agents or successors in title, has secured the implementation of a programme of archaeological work in accordance with a written specification and timetable which has been submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority.

GROUND:

To ensure that features of archaeological interest are properly examined and recorded in accordance with Policy HE01 of the Thanet Local Plan and the advice contained within the National Planning Policy Framework.

Development shall not begin in any phase (except for demolition/ site clearance) until a detailed sustainable surface water drainage scheme for the site has been 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 100 year storm) can be accommodated and disposed of without increase to flood risk on or off-site.

The drainage scheme shall also demonstrate (with reference to published guidance):

- That silt and pollutants resulting from the site use can be adequately managed to ensure there is no pollution risk to receiving waters.

- Appropriate operational, maintenance and access requirements for each drainage feature or SuDS component are adequately considered, including any proposed arrangements for future adoption by any public body or statutory undertaker.

- The final discharge rate from the site shall be a minimum of a 50% reduction in the peak runoff rate over the current rate to reduce peak discharge to the receiving sewer.

The drainage scheme shall be implemented in accordance with the approved details.

GROUND:

To ensure the development is served by satisfactory arrangements for the disposal of surface water and to ensure that the development does not exacerbate the risk of on/off site flooding, in accordance with Policy CC02 of the Thanet Local Plan and advice contained within  ...  view the full minutes text for item 4b

PROPOSAL: Erection of two storey front extension and single storey side and rear extension with juliette balcony to rear together with 4 No roof lights following demolition to existing conservatory and garage.

Ms Beautridge spoke against the application.

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

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

That the application be approved for the following reasons:

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).

The proposed development shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted application as amended by the revised drawings numbered PL04 Rev H, PL05 Rev C, PL06 Rev D, PL07 and PL08 and dated 20 October 2022.

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.

The roof tiles and facing brickwork to be used in the development hereby approved shall be of the same colour, finish and texture as those on the existing property with white coloured render on the front extensions, as shown on amended drawing numbered PL06 Rev D and dated 20 October 2022.

GROUND:

In the interests of visual amenity in accordance with Policy QD02 of the Thanet Local Plan.

The flat roof area of the extension shall not be used as a roof terrace, without the prior permission in writing of the Local Planning Authority.

GROUND:

To safeguard the residential amenities currently enjoyed by the occupiers of nearby residential properties in accordance with Policy QD03 of the Thanet Local Plan.

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

PROPOSAL: Erection of single storey side and rear extension together with the erection of single storey double garage and decking to rear.

Mr Jillings spoke in favour of the application.

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

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

That the application be approved for the following reasons:

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).

The proposed development shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted application as amended by the revised drawings numbered Rev B dated 15 November 2022.

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.

The use of the garage, hereby approved, shall be limited to purposes ancillary to the needs and personal enjoyment of the occupants of the dwelling and shall at no time be used for independent business or commercial purposes.

GROUND:

To safeguard the residential amenities currently enjoyed by the occupiers of nearby residential properties in accordance with Policy QD03 of the Thanet Local Plan.

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

PROPOSAL: Retrospective application for the change of use from agricultural land to garden area together with the erection of a boundary fence and outbuilding.

Mr Vine spoke in favour of the application:

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

‘THAT the officer’s recommendation to approve the application be adopted’.

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

PROPOSAL: Erection of part single and part two storey building to provide one bed maisonette following part demolition of existing building, retaining shop and frontage.

Ms Blythe spoke in favour of the application

Cllr. Bailey spoke against the application under 20.1.

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

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

That the application be deferred and delegated for approval within 6 months subject to the receipt of a singed unilateral undertaking securing the SPA contribution and the following safeguarding conditions::

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).

The proposed development shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted application and the approved drawings numbered 451-PLN-100 Rev A (received 30/06/22), 451-PLN-200 Rev C (received 30/06/22) and 451 LOC-002 Rev D.

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.

Prior the construction of the external surfaces of the development hereby approved samples of the materials to be used shall be submitted to, and approved in writing by, the Local Planning Authority. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved samples unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority.

GROUND:

In the interests of visual amenity in accordance with Policies HE02 and QD02 of the Thanet Local Plan.

Details of the biodiversity sedum roof shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority prior to any superstructure works commencing on site.

These details shall include:

-  Precise details of the substrate base;

-  Sample of the planted/seeded mix, shall be submitted to the Local Planning Authority. The agreed mix of species shall be sown within the first planting season following the practical completion of the building works (the seed mixed shall be focused on wildflower planting, and shall contain no more than a maximum of 25% sedum);and

-   A landscape maintenance scheme.

The sedum roof shall not be used as an amenity or sitting out space of any kind whatsoever and shall only be used in the case of essential maintenance or repair, or escape in case of emergency.

The sedum roof shall be carried out strictly in accordance with the details so approved and shall be maintained as such thereafter.

GROUND:

To ensure the development provides the maximum possible provision towards creation of habitats and valuable areas for biodiversity in accordance with Policy SP30 of the Thanet Local Plan.

Prior to the first occupation of the first use hereby permitted, details of the secure bike and refuse storage shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The details shall be provided in accordance with the approved details and thereafter maintained.

GROUND:

To safeguard the residential amenities currently enjoyed by the occupiers of nearby residential properties in accordance with Policies  ...  view the full minutes text for item 4f

PROPOSAL: Erection of first floor rear extension with Juliet balcony and 1No roof lantern to rear, together with railings to front elevation and alterations to roof.

It was proposed by Councillor Albon and seconded by Councillor Rusceki:

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

That the application be approved for the following reasons:

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).

The development hereby approved shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted drawings numbered PL/04A, SP LP and the Design and Access Statement received on 26th September 2022 and drawings numbered PL/03 B and PL/05 received on 10th October 2022.

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.

Prior to the installation of any external windows and doors, joinery details of the windows and doors shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Such details as are approved shall be carried out concurrently with the development and fully implemented prior to the first occupation of any part of the approved development.

GROUND:

To safeguard the special character and appearance of the area as a Conservation Area in accordance with Policy HE02 of the Thanet Local Plan, and advice as contained within the National Planning Policy Framework.

Prior to the construction of the external surfaces of the development hereby approved, a sample of the materials to be used shall be submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved sample unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority.

GROUND:

To safeguard the special character and appearance of the area as a Conservation Area in accordance with Policy HE02 of the Thanet Local Plan and the advice as contained within the NPPF.

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

PROPOSAL: Retrospective application for the erection of 1No. rear dormer together with alteration to roof from hip to gable and installation of side window to facilitate loft conversion following removal of existing side dormer.

It was proposed by Councillor Albon and seconded by Councillor Rusceki:

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

That the application be approved for the following reasons:

The development hereby approved shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted drawings numbered AL/2A and AL/3 received 20 October 2022.

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.

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

PROPOSAL: Erection of 3No. bin stores together with recycle collection unit and 8No storage units following the demolition of existing derelict concrete stores and canopies.

It was proposed by Councillor Albon and seconded by Councillor Rusceki:

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

That the application be approved for the following reasons:

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).

The development hereby approved shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted drawings numbered 2011/PL/08, 2011/PL/09, 2011/PL/10, 2011/PL/11, 2011/PL/12, 2011/PL/13 received 26 August 2022 and 2011/PL/14 received 15 September 2022.

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

PROPOSAL: Application for Listed Building Consent for internal alterations to facilitate change of use of a one bedroom ground floor flat and lower ground floor storage area into a 2 bedroom flat by reinstatement of staircase and internal alterations.

It was proposed by Councillor Albon and seconded by Councillor Rusceki:

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

That the application be approved for the following reasons:

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

GROUND:

In pursuance of Section 18 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 (as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004).

Prior to the installation of the proposed internal doors details of the proposed doors shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.

GROUND:

To secure a satisfactory internal treatment of the building thereby safeguarding the special significance of the property as a listed building in accordance with Policy HE03 of the Thanet Local Plan and advice as contained within the NPPF.

Prior to the installation of the proposed internal window details of the proposed window shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.

GROUND:

To secure a satisfactory internal treatment of the building thereby safeguarding the special significance of the property as a listed building in accordance with Policy HE03 of the Thanet Local Plan and advice as contained within the NPPF.

Prior to the installation of the proposed fireplace surrounds details of the proposed fireplace surrounds shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.

GROUND:

To secure a satisfactory internal treatment of the building thereby safeguarding the special significance of the property as a listed building in accordance with Policy HE03 of the Thanet Local Plan and advice as contained within the NPPF.

Prior to the installation of the proposed raised bathroom floor details of the construction and finish of the floor shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.

GROUND:

To secure a satisfactory internal treatment of the building thereby safeguarding the special significance of the property as a listed building in accordance with Policy HE03 of the Thanet Local Plan and advice as contained within the NPPF.

Prior to the installation of new skirting, coving and mouldings detailed drawings at a scale of 1:5 of all new internal joinery work and fittings, including shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.

GROUND:

To secure a satisfactory internal treatment of the building thereby safeguarding the special significance of  ...  view the full minutes text for item 4j

PROPOSAL: Change of use of a one bedroom ground floor flat and lower ground floor storage area into a 2 bedroom flat by reinstatement of staircase and internal alterations.

It was proposed by Councillor Albon and seconded by Councillor Rusceki:

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

That the application be approved for the following reasons:

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).

The development hereby approved shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted drawings numbered PP_099 received 25 August 2022 and, PP_100 received 23 September 2022.

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.

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

PROPOSAL: Application for prior notification of proposed demolition of store/workshop.

It was proposed by Councillor Albon and seconded by Councillor Rusceki:

‘THAT the officer’s recommendation that prior approval is not required be adopted:

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