Agenda and minutes

Apologies were received from the following Councillors:

·  Councillors Dennis;

·  Councillor Rattigan;

·  Councillor Rusiecki (who was substituted by Councillor Wright)

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 were no declarations of interest.

To approve the Minutes of the Planning Committee meeting held on 22 May 2024, copy attached.

Councillor K. Bright proposed, Councillor Albon seconded and Councillors agreed that the minutes of the meeting held on 22 May 2024 be approved as a correct record.

PROPOSAL: Erection of a single storey rear extension following demolition of existing conservatory (Retrospective).

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

THAT the officer’s recommendation be adopted, namely that the application

be refused for the following reasons:

1.  The proposed rear extension, by virtue of its depth, height, and relationship with and proximity to the neighbouring dwelling, will result in an unacceptable loss of light and outlook and create an unacceptable sense of enclosure, to the detriment of the living conditions of the occupiers thereof, contrary to Policy QD03 of the Thanet Local Plan and paragraph 135 of the NPPF.

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

Councillor Bright proposed and Councillor Bayford seconded, that:

The application be approved as it was considered that the extension did not lead to an unacceptable impact on neighbouring living conditions subject to a condition requiring the extension to be finished in render to match the existing property.

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

PROPOSAL: Change of use of existing public house (sui generis) to commercial unit (Class E), partial demolition of existing building and erection of five-storey side extension with recessed balconies, single storey roof extension and roof terrace and new three-storey building to rear to provide 8no. new apartments (2no 1 bed and 8no 2 bed), and rearrangement of 2no. existing apartments.

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 to officers for approval, subject to the receipt of a satisfactory signed legal agreement to secure the contributions towards the SAMM project within 6 months and 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 and the approved drawings numbered 08740-LEP-ZZ-ZZ-DR-A-00220 Revision P03 (received 19/05/23), 08740-LEP-ZZ-ZZ-DR-A-00221 Revision P02 (received 10/03/23), 08740-LEP-ZZ-ZZ-DR-A-00222 Revision P02 (received 10/03/23), 08740-LEP-ZZ-ZZ-DR-A- 00230 Revision P01 (received 02/08/23) and 08740-LEP-ZZ-ZZ-DR-A-00215 Revision P02 (received 10/03/23).

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.

3.  Prior to 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:

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.

4.  All new window and door openings shall be set within a reveal of not less than 100mm.

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.

5.  Prior to the first occupation of the residential development, the secure cycle parking facilities, as shown on approved drawing no. 08740-LEP-ZZ-ZZ-DR-A-00220 Revision P03 (received 19/05/23) shall be provided and thereafter maintained.

GROUND:

To promote cycling as an alternative form of transport, in accordance with Policy TP03 and SP43 of the Thanet Local Plan.

6.  The kitchen/living room window (apartment 6) in the rear elevation of the main building hereby approved shall be provided and maintained with obscured glass to a minimum level of obscurity to conform to Pilkington Glass level 4 or equivalent and shall be installed prior to first occupation of the development hereby permitted and permanently retained thereafter.

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.

7.  Prior to the first  ...  view the full minutes text for item 5.

PROPOSAL: Erection of 4no. 1-bed flats, 4no. 2-bed dwellings, 8no 3-bed dwellings, and 17no 4-bed dwellings (single to 3-storey in height), and erection of part 2-storey, part 3-storey detached building accommodating 4no. 2-bed flats and 1no. 3-bed flat, together with associated access, parking and landscaping, following demolition of existing structures.

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 to officers for approval subject to safeguarding conditions set out within Annex 1 of this report, following the confirmation of the acceptability of the signed Section 106 agreement securing the necessary financial contributions and obligations within 6 months and 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 454-PLN-287 Rev B, 454-PLN- 285 Rev C, 454-PLN-212 Rev D, and 454-PLN-210 Rev D, received 19 October 2023; and revised plans numbered 454-PLN-201 Rev C, 454-PLN-211 Rev C, 454-PLN-250 Rev G, 454-PLN-253, 454-PLN-254, 454-PLN-255 Rev G, 454-PLN-260 Rev D, 454-PLN-265 Rev H, 454-PLN-270 Rev F, 454-PLN-280 Rev B, 454-PLN-286 Rev B, 454-PLN-297 Rev A, 454-PLN-298 Rev A, and 5699-LLB-XX-XX-DR-L-0002 rev P03, and 1900 Rev P02, received 04 October 2023.

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.

3.  No development shall take place 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.

4.  No development shall take place until the applicant, or their agents or successors in title, has secured the implementation of a programme of building recording in accordance with a written specification and timetable which has been submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority.

GROUND:

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

5.  Development shall not begin 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 due consideration has first been given to the possibility of utilising infiltration techniques and 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  ...  view the full minutes text for item 6.

To consider the report of the Director of Place, 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 would take place on the morning of 5 July 2024.

PROPOSAL: Erection of a first floor extension and two storey side extension.

Mr Kent 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 refused for the following reason(s):

1.  The proposed first floor and two storey side extension, by virtue of its height, width and overall scale in this prominent corner location, will appear out of keeping with the surrounding pattern of development, which consists of more modest sized dwellings, whilst also cramped and congested within the site due to its proximity to and relationship with site boundaries. As a result the proposed development will appear overly dominant and obtrusive, and of a poor design, that will significantly detract from the street scene and character and appearance of the surrounding area, contrary to Policy QD02 of the Thanet Local Plan, and paragraphs 135 and 139 of the National Planning Policy Framework.

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

PROPOSAL: Erection of a single storey side and rear extension following demolition of existing rear extension, together with erection of boundary wall and gate, installation of new double glazed windows and doors, 2No Air Source Heat Pumps and access ramp.

It was proposed by Councillor Bayford and seconded by Councillor Moore:

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 002 Rev B, 221 Rev F and 230 Rev F received 25 April 2024, 202 Rev B received 30 April 2024, 200 Rev H, 210 Rev G, 200 Rev G, 231 Rev E received 06 June 2024.

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.

3.  All hard and soft landscape works, including ecological enhancement features, shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details. The works shall be carried out prior to the first occupation/use of any part of the development, or in accordance with a programme of works to be agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority.

Following completion of the landscape and enhancement works, photographic evidence of implementation shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority in order to verify the works have been completed in accordance with the approved plans, and to enable the full discharge of this condition. 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 as those originally planted, unless written approval to any variation is provided by the Local Planning Authority. All ecological enhancement features shall thereafter be maintained.

GROUND:

In the interests of the visual amenities of the area, biodiversity enhancement, and to adequately integrate the development into the environment in accordance with Policies QD02, SP30 and GI04 of the Thanet Local Plan.

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

GROUND:

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

5.  The rating level of the heat pump unit shall not exceed the background noise level (LA90,T) at the nearest residential or commercial facade. All measurements shall be defined and  ...  view the full minutes text for item 7b

PROPOSAL: Change of use from existing education centre (Use Class F1) to sandwich shop (Use Class E) and function room (retrospective).

It was proposed by Councillor Bayford and seconded by Councillor Moore:

THAT the officer’s recommendation be adopted, namely that the application be approved subject to the following conditions:

1.  The premises shall only be used between the hours of 0800 and 2300 Monday to Sundays, including Bank or Public Holidays unless otherwise approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority.

GROUND:

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

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

PROPOSAL: Change of use from General Industrial (Use Class B2) to Café (Use Class E(b)) together with installation of first floor mezzanine to provide seating area and WC, and replacement of roller shutter door with windows and doors to front elevation, alteration of position of existing fenestration to front elevation and installation of 1 no. rear door.

It was proposed by Councillor Bayford and seconded by Councillor Moore:

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 plans numbered 001B and 003C received on 15th February 2024 and the Planning Statement received on 15th February 2024.

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area.

3.  The premises shall be used as a cafe and for no other purpose including any other purpose in Class E of the Schedule to the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) (Amendment) (England) Regulations 2020 or in any provision equivalent to that Class in any statutory instrument revoking and re-enacting that Order with or without modification.

GROUND:

To secure a cafe unit to serve the occupiers of the business park, as an acceptable departure to Policies SP05, E01 and E05 on sustainability grounds.

4.  The use of the premises hereby approved shall not be used other than between the hours of 0700 and 1700 Monday to Friday in any week, between the hours of 0700 and 13:30 on Saturdays and at no time on Sundays or Bank Holidays.

GROUND:

To secure the proper development of the area, and reduce any impact on the vitality and viability of existing centres, in accordance with Policy E05 of the Thanet Local Plan and the National Planning Policy Framework.

5.  In the event of the premises being used for the cooking or preparation of hot food that would require the installation of an extract ventilation system, details of the location, size, type and design of the system shall be submitted to and agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Prior to the commencement of such a use, the extract ventilation system shall be installed in accordance with the approved details.

GROUND:

In the interest of residential amenity and in pursuance of Policy QD03 of the Thanet Local Plan.

6.  The external materials and external finishes to be used in the proposed windows and doors hereby approved shall be of the same colour and finish as those on the existing property.

GROUND:

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

7.  Prior to the commencement of the change of use hereby approved, drawings showing the  ...  view the full minutes text for item 7d

This application was withdrawn by the applicant and was no longer under consideration of the Planning Committee.