Agenda and minutes

Apologies were received from Councillors Bambridge and Ashbee for whom Councillor Taylor-Smith was present.

To approve the Minutes of the Planning Committee meeting held on 18 October 2017, copy attached.

It was proposed by the Vice Chairman, seconded by Councillor Tomlinson and AGREED that the minutes of the Planning Committee held on 18 October 2017 be approved and signed by the Chairman subject to it being noted that Councillor Taylor-Smith was present.

PROPOSAL: Erection of three storey building containing 4 No 2 bed flats and 2 No 1 bed flats with associated car parking following demolition of existing house

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 development hereby approved shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted drawings numbered 07A (received 15/09/17), 08A (received 15/09/17), 09A (received 15/09/17) and 11 (received 15/09/17).

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.

 3  The ceilings and floors that separate the residential units, hereby approved  shall resist the transmission of airborne sound such that the weighted standardised difference (DnT, W + Ctr) shall not be less than 50 decibels. The weighted standardized difference (DnT, W) a spectrum adaption term, Ctr, is quoted according to BS EN ISO 16283-1:2014.

GROUND:

To safeguard the residential amenities in accordance with Policy D1 of the Thanet Local Plan.

 4  The area shown on the submitted plan as vehicle parking spaces and turning areas, shall be kept available for such use at all times and such land and access thereto shall be provided prior to the first occupation of the dwelling hereby permitted.

GROUND:

Development without adequate provision for the parking or turning of cars is likely to lead to parking inconvenient to other road users and detrimental to amenity and in pursuance of policy D1 of the Thanet Local Plan.

 5  No residential unit shall be occupied until a scheme for the parking of cycles has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The scheme shall be fully implemented before the development is first occupied or brought into use and thereafter retained for this purpose.

GROUND:

To ensure the provision of adequate cycle parking that meets the needs of occupiers of the proposed development and in the interests of encouraging the use of sustainable modes of transport.

 6  Prior to the first occupation of the development hereby permitted the vehicular access shall be provided and thereafter retained at the position shown on the approved plan numbered 09A (received 15/09/17).

GROUND:

In the interests of highway safety.

 7  The development hereby approved shall incorporate a bound surface materials for the first 5 metres of the access from the edge of the highway.

GROUND:

In the interests of highway safety.

 8  The gradient of the vehicular access shall not exceed 1:10 for the first 1.5 metres into the site from the highway boundary and shall not exceed 1:8 thereafter.

GROUND:

In the interests of highway safety.

 9  Prior to the first occupation of the units hereby permitted pedestrian visibility splays of 2metres by 2metres  ...  view the full minutes text for item 257.

PROPOSAL: Alterations to roof from hip to barn hip; including increase in ridge height, erection of rear dormer window and balcony above existing single storey rear extension, together with erection of single storey side/rear extension

Speaking in favour of the application was Mr Garbutt.

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 plans numbered 1902/PL/03.1/C and 1902/PL/03.2/C received 21 August 2017 and the amended plans numbered 1902/PL/03.3/E and 1902/PL/03.4/E received 11 October 2017.

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.

 3  Prior to the commencement of use of the roof terrace, 1.8m high obscure glazed privacy screens shall be erected to both side elevations of the roof terrace hereby approved, as shown on the approved plan numbered 1902/PL/03.4/E received 11 October 2017.The privacy screens shall thereafter be maintained.

GROUND:

To safeguard the residential amenities currently enjoyed by the occupiers of the adjacent neighbouring properties, in accordance with Policy D1 of the Thanet Local Plan.

 4  The external materials and external finishes to be used in 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.’”

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

PROPOSAL: Erection of single storey front extension following demolition of existing porch

It was proposed by Councillor Tomlinson, seconded by Councillor Saunders 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 drawing numbered 46 received 09 October 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 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.’”

PROPOSAL: Erection of detached garage with games room in roof

It was proposed by Councillor Tomlinson, seconded by Councillor Saunders 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 drawing numbered 17.114.MB.PL05 Rev B, 17.1134.MB.PL06 Rev B, 17.1134.MB.PL07 and dated Rev B, 17.1134.MB.PL08 Rev B received 23 October 2017.

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.

 3  The outbuilding hereby permitted shall not be used at any time other than for purposes ancillary to the residential use of the dwelling currently known as Waybank, Way Hill, Minster, and shall not at any time be used as a self-contained independent unit.

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.’”

PROPOSAL: Outline application for the erection of 1No. detached bungalow with all matters reserved

Speaking in favour of the application was Mr Michael.

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 represents an unsustainable and isolated form of development within the countryside, not outweighed by any economic, social or environment benefits, contrary to Policies H1 and CC1 of the Thanet Local Plan and Paragraphs 49 and 55 of the National Planning Policy Framework.

 2  The proposed dwelling, by virtue of its location, would appear visually divorced and isolated within the open landscape which is characteristic of the western side of Down Barton Road, and out of keeping with the open rural character of the area, contrary to Thanet Local Plan Policies CC1, CC2 and D1, and paragraphs 17, 58, 60 and 61 of the National Planning Policy Framework.’”

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

PROPOSAL: Outline application for the erection of up to 23no. dwellings including access with all other matters reserved

Speaking in favour of the application was Mr Courtley.

Speaking raising points of concern was Mrs Knowles.

Speaking as parish councillor was Councillor Lyon.

Speaking as ward councillor was Councillor Rogers.

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

“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  The development hereby approved shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted access and highway plan numbered 21302/01 Rev 04, received 31 July 2017.

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.

 6  Prior to the commencement of the development hereby permitted, an acoustic assessment shall be undertaken to determine the impact of noise from transport related sources and shall be made in accordance with BS8233 2014:  Guidance on Sound Insulation and Noise Reduction for Buildings.  The results of the assessment and details of a scheme of acoustic protection shall be submitted and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority.  The scheme shall include details of acoustic protection sufficient to ensure internal noise levels (LAeq,T) no greater than 30dB in bedrooms and 35dB in living rooms with windows closed and a maximum noise level (LAmax) of no more than 45dB(A) with windows closed.  Where the internal noise levels will be exceeded with windows open, the scheme shall incorporate appropriate acoustically screened mechanical ventilation.  The scheme shall include details of acoustic protection sufficient  ...  view the full minutes text for item 263.

PROPOSAL: Outline application for the erection of up to 41no. dwellings including access with all other matters reserved

Speaking in favour of the application was Mr Courtley.

Speaking raising points of concern was Mr Hickman.

Speaking as parish councillor was Councillor Lyon.

Speaking as ward councillor was Councillor Rogers.

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

“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  The development hereby approved shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted access and highway plan numbered 21301/01 Rev 05, received 25 October 2017.

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.

 6  Prior to the commencement of the development hereby permitted, an acoustic assessment shall be undertaken to determine the impact of noise from transport related sources and shall be made in accordance with BS8233 2014:  Guidance on Sound Insulation and Noise Reduction for Buildings.  The results of the assessment and details of a scheme of acoustic protection shall be submitted and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority.  The scheme shall include details of acoustic protection sufficient to ensure internal noise levels (LAeq,T) no greater than 30dB in bedrooms and 35dB in living rooms with windows closed and a maximum noise level (LAmax) of no more than 45dB(A) with windows closed.  Where the internal noise levels will be exceeded with windows open, the scheme shall incorporate appropriate acoustically screened mechanical ventilation.  The scheme shall include details of acoustic protection  ...  view the full minutes text for item 264.