14 AUGUST 2008
Minutes of a meeting of the DEVELOPMENT CONTROL COMMITTEE (WEST) held in the
Council Chamber, Council Offices, Holt Road, Cromer at 9.30 am when there were present::
Councillors
H C Cordeaux (Chairman)
J A Wyatt (Vice-Chairman)
Mrs P Bevan Jones
Mrs A R Green
P W High
S C Mears
T H Moore
J H Perry-Warnes
Mrs A C Sweeney
Mrs L M Brettle - substitute for B Cabbell Manners
N P Ripley - substitute for J D Savory
M J M Baker - Holt Ward
B J Hannah - Sheringham North Ward
Mrs H T Nelson - Sheringham South Ward
Officers
Mr A Mitchell - Development Control Manager (West)
Mr J Chinnery - Locum Solicitor
Mr G Linder - Senior Planning Officer (West)
Mr G Lyon - Senior Planning Officer (West)
(104) APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE AND DETAILS OF SUBSTITUTE MEMBERS
Apologies for absence were received from Councillors B Cabbell Manners and J D
Savory. Two substitute Members attended the meeting as shown above.
(105) MINUTES
The Minutes of a meeting of the Committee held on 14 July 2008 were approved as a
correct record and signed by the Chairman.
(106) ITEMS OF URGENT BUSINESS
The Chairman stated that there were two items of urgent business which he wished
to bring before the Committee, relating to:
1.
2.
A planning application at Blakeney, reference 20080946.
A planning application at Fakenham, reference 20080810.
In both cases the reason for urgency was to expedite processing of the applications
by undertaking a site inspection.
(107) DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
No interests were declared.
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PLANNING APPLICATIONS
Where appropriate the Planning Officers expanded on the planning applications;
updated the meeting on outstanding consultations, letters/petitions received objecting
to, or supporting the proposals; referred to any views of local Members and answered
Members’ questions.
Background papers, including correspondence, petitions, consultation documents,
letters of objection and those in support of planning applications were available for
inspection at the meeting.
Having regard to the above information and the report of the Head of Planning and
Building Control, the Committee reached the decisions as set out below.
Applications approved include a standard time limit condition as condition number 1
unless otherwise stated.
(108) BLAKENEY - 20071574 - Installation of underground LPG supply tanks;
Blakeney Hotel The Quay for Blakeney Hotel
The Committee considered item 1 of the officers’ reports.
The Senior Planning Officer reported that in response to concerns regarding possible
conflict with the LP Gas Association code of practice, the applicant’s agent had
stated that the design of scheme had resulted from consultation with Calor Gas and
the contractors would be required to supply a method statement in respect of safety.
The Senior Planning Officer requested delegated authority to approve this application
subject to no further objections from the Environmental Protection Team in respect of
the comments from the applicant’s agent and subject to imposition of appropriate
conditions.
It was proposed by Councillor Mrs L M Brettle, seconded by Councillor N P Ripley
and
RESOLVED
That the Head of Planning and Building Control be authorised to
approve this application subject to no further objections from the
Environmental Protection Team in respect of the comments from the
applicant’s agent and subject to imposition of appropriate conditions.
(109) BLAKENEY - 20080823 - Raising of roof to provide first floor accommodation
and erection of one-and-a-half-storey extensions; Villeroche Langham Road for
Mr and Mrs J Scargill
The Committee considered item 2 of the officers’ reports.
Public Speaker
Mr Scargill (supporting)
The Senior Planning Officer reported that the Landscape Officer had no objection
subject to replacement of the boundary hedgerow.
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The Senior Planning Officer recommended approval as set out in the report subject
to a condition in respect of the roofing materials.
Councillor Mrs L M Brettle, the local Member, considered that the building would be
too high and reiterated the concerns of the Parish Council. She considered that a
single-storey extension would be more acceptable.
Councillor N P Ripley considered that the proposed extensions would enhance the
existing building.
It was proposed by Councillor N P Ripley, seconded by Councillor P W High and
RESOLVED by 8 votes to 2
That this application be approved subject to conditions to include
planting on the north-east boundary and roofing materials.
(110) CORPUSTY - 20080635 - Erection of first floor rear extension and single-storey
extension/conservatory; 5 Hills Close for Mr A Greenacre
The Committee considered item 3 of the officers’ reports.
The Senior Planning Officer displayed a model indicating the shading impact of the
proposal on the neighbour’s garden at 4 Hills Close and advised that there would not
be a significant detrimental impact compared with the existing situation.
Councillor J H Perry-Warnes, the local Member, referred to the neighbour’s concerns
regarding overshadowing and stated that the neighbour was already overshadowed
by large trees in the applicant’s garden which were protected. He considered that
overlooking would not be a problem as obscured glass would be used in the windows
facing the neighbour.
It was proposed by Councillor J H Perry-Warnes, seconded by Councillor J A Wyatt
and
RESOLVED unanimously
That this application be approved in accordance with
recommendation of the Head of Planning and Building Control.
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(111) HOLT - 20080943 - Erection of detached three storey dwelling; land rear of 58
Grove Lane for Mr and Mrs D Foreman
The Committee considered item 4 of the officers’ reports.
Councillor P W High, the local Member, referred to the neighbour’s concerns
regarding overlooking. He considered that the main issue related to access onto
Grove Lane.
Councillor M J M Baker, a local Member, stated that he had not been lobbied on this
matter by anyone. He stated that the applicants and their family were known to him.
He stated that Mr Foreman was a competent builder who was known for his high
quality individual buildings which gave character to the area.
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It was proposed by Councillor P W High, seconded by Councillor J H Perry-Warnes
and
RESOLVED by 9 votes to 0 with 1 abstention
That consideration of this application be deferred to allow a site
inspection by the Committee and that the local Members, Chairman of
the Town Council and a representative of the Highway Authority be
invited to attend.
(112) HOLT - 20081006 - Erection of detached single-storey dwelling; land adjacent
21 Pearsons Close for Mr P Doy
The Committee considered item 5 of the officers’ reports.
The Senior Planning Officer reported that the Building Control Manager had
requested a condition in respect of a drainage survey. The applicant had indicated
that he would be willing to undertake the necessary drainage survey. The comments
of the Highway Authority were still awaited.
Councillor M J M Baker, a local Member, stated that there were issues regarding
drainage and access. He requested a site inspection. He read to the Committee a
letter he had received from an elderly resident in respect of traffic concerns.
Councillor P W High, a local Member, stated that he had been lobbied by residents of
Grove Lane.
It was proposed by Councillor P W High, seconded by Councillor Mrs P Bevan Jones
and
RESOLVED
That consideration of this application be deferred to allow a site
inspection by the Committee and that the local Members, Chairman of
the Town Council and a representative of the Highway Authority be
invited to attend.
(113) SHERINGHAM - 20080566 - Continued use of ground floor as two separate
residential units; 17 Waterbank Road for Mr C Simpson
The Committee considered item 6 of the officers’ reports.
Public Speaker
Mr Simpson (supporting)
It was proposed by Councillor N P Ripley, seconded by Councillor S C Mears and
RESOLVED unanimously
That this application be approved.
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(114) SHERINGHAM - 20080836 - Demolition of bungalow and erection of three, oneand-a-half-storey dwellings; 18 Hadley Road for Mr K Welch
The Committee considered item 7 of the officers’ reports.
Public Speaker
Mr Ivins (supporting)
The Senior Planning Officer reported that the applicant had requested that the
scheme be approved as submitted.
The Senior Planning Officer read to the Committee the comments of Councillor Mrs J
P Moss, a local Member, who had requested a site inspection.
Councillor B J Hannah, Member for Sheringham North Ward, stated that he
disagreed with the Highway Authority. He stated that many people used Common
Lane as an entrance and he considered that The Rise was more than adequate. He
stated that the visibility problem was caused by overhanging trees which the Highway
Authority had a right to require to be cut back. Hadley Road was a wide road and he
considered that the lack of a pedestrian footway was not a problem. He supported a
site inspection.
Councillor Mrs H T Nelson, a local Member, supported Councillor Hannah’s views.
It was proposed by Councillor Mrs P Bevan Jones, seconded by Councillor S C
Mears and
RESOLVED
That consideration of this application be deferred to allow a site
inspection by the Committee and that the local Members, Town Mayor
and a representative of the Highway Authority be invited to attend.
(115) SHERINGHAM - 20080937 - Demolition of public house and erection of three
two-storey terraced dwellings; Sherry N Ham 18 Beech Avenue for Homan
Property Investments
The Committee considered item 8 of the officers’ reports.
The Senior Planning Officer reported that an amended plan had been received in
respect of the eastern property. He requested delegated authority to approve this
application subject to no new grounds of objection following readvertisement and
reconsultation on the amended plan, and subject to the imposition of appropriate
conditions.
Councillor Mrs H T Nelson, a local Member, stated that she was very unhappy about
this application but there were no planning grounds to refuse it. She stated that the
Sherry N Ham was some distance from other facilities and it was a steep walk into
the town for Sunway Park residents, many of whom were elderly.
The Development Control Manager stated that the previous application had been
refused on overdevelopment and design grounds. This application had been
submitted on the basis of that decision and Officers considered it would be
unreasonable to introduce further reasons based on the Local Development
Framework (LDF) Core Strategy policies which were awaiting formal adoption by the
Council.
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Councillor Mrs P Bevan Jones stated that she was Elderly Persons’ Champion. The
needs of local people had to be considered and she considered that more time was
needed to consider the LDF to ensure there was no other way to address the issues.
She proposed a site inspection which was not seconded.
The Locum Solicitor stated that the LDF Core Strategy was being phased in and it
would be difficult to bring in the Core Strategy as a means to refuse this application.
It was proposed by Councillor P W High, seconded by Councillor N P Ripley and
RESOLVED by 7 votes to 3
That the Head of Planning and Building Control be authorised to
approve this application subject to no new grounds of objection
following readvertisement and reconsultation on the amended plan, and
subject to the imposition of appropriate conditions.
(116) SHERINGHAM - 20081020 - Erection of replacement Salvation Army hall;
Salvation Army Hall Cremer Street for The Salvation Army
The Committee considered item 9 of the officers’ reports.
Public Speakers
Mrs Tricker (objecting)
Mr Maddern (supporting)
The Senior Planning Officer reported that the Conservation, Design and Landscape
Manager had raised concerns regarding the scale and massing and impact on the
street scene in terms of the view from Co-operative Street. The Community Safety
Manager had commented that there were problems with criminal damage and antisocial behaviour in the area and had made recommendations with regard to crime
prevention measures. The agent had indicated that his client was willing to negotiate
in respect of design.
The Senior Planning Officer recommended deferral of this application to allow
negotiations on design and for the Committee to undertake a site inspection.
The Senior Planning Officer reported that Councillor Mrs H T Nelson considered that
the building was worthy of listing. Norfolk County Council had been consulted on this
matter.
Councillor B J Hannah, a local Member, referred to concerns with regard to car
parking and the loss of the existing building. He considered that these issues were
outweighed by the need to keep the facility in Sheringham. He supported this
application.
Councillor Mrs H T Nelson, Member for Sheringham South, stated that she had great
admiration for the work of the Salvation Army and appreciated the need for improved
facilities. However, concerns had been raised in respect of Section 17 and she
requested that the comments of the Community Safety Manager be circulated and
the Architectural Liaison Officer be invited to speak at the next meeting. She also
requested consultation with the CPRE. She referred to the concerns raised by
neighbours.
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The Development Control Manager stated that the Community Safety Manager had
requested better gates and means of enclosure. The CPRE was not a statutory
consultee.
It was proposed by Councillor Mrs P Bevan Jones, seconded by Councillor S C
Mears
RESOLVED unanimously
That consideration of this application be deferred to allow a site
inspection by the Committee and that the local Members and Town
Mayor be invited to attend.
(117) APPLICATIONS APPROVED UNDER DELEGATED POWERS
The Committee noted item 10 of the officers’ reports.
(118) APPLICATIONS REFUSED UNDER DELEGATED POWERS
The Committee noted item 11 of the officers’ reports.
(119) NEW APPEALS
The Committee noted item 12 of the officers’ reports.
(120) PUBLIC INQUIRIES AND INFORMAL HEARINGS - PROGRESS
The Committee noted item 13 of the officers’ reports.
(121) WRITTEN REPRESENTATIONS APPEALS - PROGRESS
The Committee noted item 14 of the officers’ reports.
(122) APPEAL DECISIONS
The Committee noted item 15 of the officers’ reports.
ITEMS OF URGENT BUSINESS
The Chairman stated that he had determined that the following items be considered
as matters of urgency pursuant to the powers vested in him by Section 100B(4)(b) of
the Local Government Act 1972.
(123) BLAKENEY - 20080946 - Erection of two-storey dwelling; land at The Habit,
Back Lane for Mr R Daley
The Senior Planning Officer informed the Committee that this application was locally
controversial and recommended that the Committee visit the site prior to a report
being submitted to the next meeting.
RESOLVED
That consideration of this application be deferred to allow a site
inspection by the Committee and that the local Member and Chairman of
the Parish Council be invited to attend.
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(124) FAKENHAM - 20080810 - Construction of short-stay facilities for gypsies and
travellers; land south of A148, Holt Road for North Norfolk District Council
The Senior Planning Officer reported that whilst this application was in its early
stages it was likely to be controversial. He recommended that the Committee visit
the site prior to a report being submitted to a future meeting.
RESOLVED
That consideration of this application be deferred to allow a site
inspection by the Committee and that the local Members and Town
Mayor be invited to attend.
The meeting closed at 11.35 am.
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