31 JANUARY 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)
P Bevan Jones
B Cabbell Manners
Mrs A R Green
P W High
S C Mears
T H Moore
J H Perry-Warnes
J D Savory
Mrs A C Sweeney
Mrs L M Brettle - Glaven Valley Ward
Development Control Committee (East) Members for Minute (240)
Mrs B McGoun
E Seward
B Smith
Mrs C M Wilkins
P J Willcox
R Combe - substitute for Mrs S A Arnold and also attending as Member for Astley
Ward
Mrs J P Moss - substitute for Miss C P Sheridan and also attending as Member for
Sheringham (South)
N P Ripley - substitute for M J M Baker
Ms V R Gay - observer
Officers
Mr S Oxenham - Head of Planning and Building Control
Mr G Lyon - Acting Development Control Manager (West)
Mr G Linder - Senior Planning Officer (West)
Mr J Chinnery - Locum Solicitor
Miss F Davies - Enabling Officer
Mr S Case - Landscape Officer
(236) APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE AND DETAILS OF SUBSTITUTE MEMBERS
Apologies for absence were received from Councillors Mrs S A Arnold, M J M Baker,
M R E Birch, Miss P E Ford, Miss L Walker and Miss C P Sheridan.
(237) MINUTES
The Minutes of a meeting of the Committee held on 3 January 2008 were approved
as a correct record and signed by the Chairman.
(238) ITEMS OF URGENT BUSINESS
The Chairman stated that there were no items of urgent business which he wished to
bring before the Committee.
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(239) DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
Councillor J D Savory declared an interest, the details of which are given under the
minute of the item concerned.
APPLICATION CONSIDERED BY THE COMBINED COMMITTEE
Councillor Mrs C M Wilkins (Chairman of Development Control Committee (East)
chaired the meeting for this item.
(240) HOLT - 20050518 – Change of use of land to car and coach park, formation of
access and erection of toilet block; land adjacent to Thornage Road for Mr G F
Chapman
The Combined Committee considered item 1 of the officers’ reports in respect of a
planning application for the change of use of land to car park and coach park and
associated development.
Public Speakers
Mrs Dann (Holt Town Council)
Objecting: Mr Shepherd, Mr Stevenson, Dr Jolliffe, Mr Baldwin
Supporting: Mrs Sutton, Mr Pert, Mr Bruce Lockhart, Mr Lintott
Councillor Mrs C M Wilkins stated that all Members had been lobbied and received
letters in respect of this application.
The Senior Planning Officer reported that a further amended plan had been received
to indicate a reduction in the site area to allow access to an adjacent field. He
explained the amendments that had been made since the site visit on 24 January
2008.
The Senior Planning Officer reported that five further letters of support had been
received from traders in the town. Two further letters of objection had been received
from one of the objectors which raised additional concerns in respect of light, noise,
atmospheric pollution, adverse impact on Holt Primary School and policy grounds.
The objector also considered that it was premature to consider the application as the
reconsultation period had not expired.
A further response had been received from the Conservation, Design and Landscape
Manager in respect of the amended plan. He considered that the scale of the
development and impact on the surrounding area was substantial and would not
preserve or enhance the Glaven Valley or the Holt Conservation Areas.
In response to the hydrologist’s report the Landscape Officer considered that some
concerns had been alleviated but run off from the car park was likely to flow into
Spout Hills Spring. The construction methodology, drainage and surfacing would
need to be agreed prior to commencement of any works. However, the Landscape
Officer maintained her objection on visual impact on the landscape and possible
decline of water quality and biodiversity of the County Wildlife Site.
The Strategic Director (Communities) had referred to comments he had made
previously and considered that these still applied.
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Additional details had been received from the applicant’s agent in respect of a
pedestrian walkway which had been forwarded to Norfolk County Council, the Town
Council and the Conservation, Design and Landscape Manager. Further details had
also been received in respect of surface and foul water drainage which would be
forwarded to the relevant consultees.
An email had been received from Councillor Mrs H T Nelson in respect of the
Council’s priority to encourage year-round tourism. She supported the application
despite its encroachment into the AONB. She had referred to the importance of
tourism to Holt and welcomed the inclusion of public toilets.
The Senior Planning Officer reported that Natural England had no objection to this
application. An objection had been received from the Environment Agency which
was set out in the report. Further details would be sent to the Environment Agency.
The Senior Planning Officer referred to an e-mail from the Highway Authority which
was appended to the report stating that a transport assessment would be required if
this were a new application. He requested Members to consider if a transport
assessment was necessary and, if so, if it should be requested at this stage.
He recommended deferral of this application pending the receipt of further
information regarding lighting and the receipt of consultee responses in respect of
drainage and works to Valley Lane.
Councillor P J High, a local Member, outlined the alternative sites that had been
considered and the reasons for their rejection. He proposed that the Head of
Planning and Building Control be authorised to approve the application subject to the
outstanding requirements being met. This was seconded by Councillor J H PerryWarnes.
Councillor N P Ripley read to the Committee the comments of Councillor M J M
Baker, a local Member, urging the Committee to determine this application. He
considered that refusal would undermine an upmarket commercial centre which
attracted much investment into the wider North Norfolk area.
Councillor B Cabbell Manners stated that the joint Committee had given its view two
years previously and he had not changed his view. He stated that cars were a
necessity in North Norfolk and referred to the lack of public transport.
Councillor H C Cordeaux referred to the comments made by the former Head of
Regeneration in 2005 in respect of the ratio of car parking spaces to retail floor space
compared to other towns. He considered that parking problems had become worse
since then. He considered that the proposed car park would end the hunt for car
parking spaces which increased carbon footprint. He stated that roadside parking
ruined the approach into the town. He suggested that part of the car park be
designated as long-stay.
Councillor Mrs B McGoun referred to car parking in Hoveton. She stated that a car
park which was a similar distance from the village as the proposed car park was from
Holt was under-used as people preferred to park nearer the centre. She considered
that people would still drive around searching for parking spaces in the town. She
considered that further investigation should be made into a possible park and ride
scheme.
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Councillor J H Perry-Warnes stated that he represented Holt as a County Councillor.
He considered that the proposed car park would be a planning gain. He considered
that the proposed planting belt would improve the area. He also considered that
there would be an advantage to the Primary School as children could be dropped off
in the car park and walk along Valley Lane to the school.
Councillor Mrs A R Green considered that the in-town parking spaces should be
made short-stay and that people working in the town should use the proposed car
park.
Councillor Mrs A C Sweeney stated that she formerly worked in the Holt Tourist
Information Centre and had seen the anger and frustration of visitors who were
unable to park.
Councillor P Bevan Jones supported Councillor Mrs McGoun’s comments regarding
a park and ride scheme. She was concerned that there was insufficient information
regarding drainage, possible effect on aquifers, and lighting.
Councillor T H Moore referred to the need for coach parking and supported the
application.
The Committee considered the need for a transport assessment. Having regard to
the Committee’s understanding of problems experienced by drivers of traffic currently
circulating the town in trying to find a parking space, on being put to the vote it was
RESOLVED
That no transport assessment be required.
It was proposed by Councillor P W High, seconded by Councillor J H Perry-Warnes
and
RESOLVED by 14 votes to 3 with 1 abstention
That the Head of Planning and Building Control be authorised to
approve this application with appropriate conditions and subject to the
receipt of further information and procedural matters as outlined in the
report and no objections being received from outstanding consultees or
new points being raised as a result of readvertisement of the
application.
ITEMS CONSIDERED BY DEVELOPMENT CONTROL COMMITTEE (WEST)
Councillor H C Cordeaux in the Chair.
(241) BINHAM – 20060688 – Retention of Wash-Down Facility and Diesel Tank; Manor
Farm, Field Dalling for Taylor Farms Partnership Limited
Councillor J D Savory declared a personal, non-prejudicial interest in this application
as he did business with the applicant’s father.
The Committee considered item 2 of the officers’ reports requesting reconsideration
of a planning application following a previous resolution to give delegated authority to
the Head of Planning and Building Control to approve in the light of drainage
negotiations.
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Public Speaker
Mr Cogman (supporting)
Councillor J D Savory, a local Member, considered that land drains were the main
cause of water on Field Dalling Road rather than the wash down facility and that the
hard surfaced farmyard also contributed to run-off. He considered that it was not
necessary to install a drainage channel and requested that a time limit be placed on
the remaining work.
It was proposed by Councillor J D Savory, seconded by Councillor B Cabbell
Manners and
RESOLVED
That this application be approved without the requirement to install a
drainage channel and subject to the imposition of appropriate
conditions to include a requirement to complete the remaining works
within six months of the date of the permission.
(242) SHERINGHAM – Tree Preservation Order (Sheringham) 2007 No.8 9b and 11
Holt Road, Sheringham
The Committee considered item 3 of the officers’ reports in respect of a Tree
Preservation Order at the above site.
Councillor Mrs J P Moss, a local Member, stated that she lived close to the site and
supported the confirmation of the Order.
It was proposed by Councillor P Bevan Jones, duly seconded and
RESOLVED unanimously
That Tree Preservation Order (Sheringham) 2007 No. 8 at 9b and 11 Holt
Road, Sheringham be confirmed as served.
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.
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(243) BLAKENEY - 20080010 - Removal of condition 8 of planning permission
reference 20061800 to provide use of reflective glass; The Coast House Back
Lane for Mr and Mrs J Hartley
The Committee considered item 4 of the officers’ reports.
The Senior Planning Officer reported that no response had been received from the
RSPB and he had been informed that it did not normally respond in matters such as
this. Natural England had no evidence as to whether or not non-reflective glass
increased the incidence of bird strikes. He suggested that Norfolk Wildlife Trust be
approached for an opinion. He requested delegated authority to approve this
application subject to no objection from Norfolk Wildlife Trust.
Councillor Mrs L M Brettle, the local Member, referred to the Parish Council’s
objections.
It was proposed by Councillor B Cabbell Manners, seconded by Councillor S C
Mears and
RESOLVED unanimously
That the Head of Planning and Building Control be authorised to
approve this application subject to no objection being received from
Norfolk Wildlife Trust.
(244) BODHAM - 20071223 - Change of use of agricultural land to site for one static
caravan and one touring caravan and the provision of one transit pitch; land
off Hart Lane for Mr R Drake
The Committee considered item 5 of the officers’ reports.
Public Speaker
Mr Bruford (Bodham Parish Council)
Councillor J H Perry-Warnes, the local Member, stated that the area was very
important in landscape terms and unsuitable for the proposed use.
Councillor Mrs A C Sweeney stated that there were two caravan sites in Bodham and
she considered there was no need for another site.
It was proposed by Councillor J H Perry-Warnes, seconded by Councillor B Cabbell
Manners and
RESOLVED unanimously
1.
That this application be refused on grounds relating to the harmful
impact of the proposals on the appearance of this part of the Area of
High Landscape Value and the inadequacy of the local road network to
accommodate safely the associated traffic as recommended by the
Highway Authority.
2.
That the Head of Planning and Building Control be authorised to serve
an Enforcement Notice to require the removal of all caravans and
unauthorised structures from the site and return the land to agricultural
use within six months of the effective date of the Notice for the reasons
stated above.
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(245) BRISTON - 20071520 - Conversion and extension of garage to provide one-anda-half-storey living accommodation and double garage; Acorn Lodge Macks
Loke for Dr and Mrs Brueggemann
The Head of Planning and Building Control stated that he knew the applicants but
they had not spoken to him in respect of this application.
The Committee considered item 6 of the officers’ reports.
Public Speaker
Dr Brueggemann (supporting)
The Acting Development Control Manager reported that amended plans had been
received.
It was proposed by Councillor J H Perry-Warnes, duly seconded and
RESOLVED unanimously
That this application, as amended, be approved in accordance with the
recommendation of the Head of Planning and Building Control.
(246) CORPUSTY - 20071647 - Erection of two single-storey dwellings, five twostorey dwellings and two flats; adjacent 11 Heydon Road for Broadland
Housing Association
The Committee considered item 7 of the officers’ reports.
Public Speaker
Mr Mumford-Smith (supporting)
The Acting Development Control Manager reported that negotiations were ongoing in
respect of the provision of a footpath. He requested delegated authority to approve
this application subject to resolution of the highway issues and the applicant entering
into a Section 106 Agreement to secure off site highway works.
Councillor J H Perry-Warnes, the local Member, considered that the application
should be approved and that any discussions regarding a possible footpath should
take place independently of the application. He stated that the land required to
provide a footpath was in various ownerships and it would not be possible to provide
a footpath over the bridge. He considered that the footpath issue should not delay
the provision of affordable housing.
It was proposed by Councillor J D Savory, seconded by Councillor Mrs A R Green
and
RESOLVED unanimously
That this application be approved subject to the imposition of
appropriate conditions without a requirement for the provision of a
footpath.
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(247) FAKENHAM - 20071561 - Erection of twenty-four dwellings; land adjacent 95
Holt Road for Anglian Water Group
The Committee considered item 8 of the officers’ reports.
Public Speaker
Mr Mustoe (supporting)
The Locum Solicitor explained that the saved Local Plan policy 56 in respect of
affordable housing provision set a threshold of 25 dwellings. The national minimum
was 15 and the threshold proposed under the Local Development Framework was
lower than this. However, this application had to be determined under saved Local
Plan policy 56.
The Head of Planning and Building Control reported that the Conservation, Design
and Landscape Manager was uncomfortable with the indicative designs that had
been submitted but this was a matter that could be addressed under the reserved
matters application. He suggested that a note be placed on the permission to
request the applicants to enter into design negotiations prior to submission of a
reserved matters application.
The Acting Development Control Manager drew attention to the comments of
Environmental Health in respect of the telecommunications equipment on the water
tower. He requested delegated authority to approve this application subject to the
resolution of the issues raised by Environmental Health, completion of a Section 106
Agreement to secure off-site highway improvements and subject to the imposition of
appropriate conditions.
Councillor S C Mears, a local Member, requested a further site inspection to
appreciate the scale of the development.
Councillor P Bevan Jones stated that there was a need for affordable housing and
asked if it would be possible to increase the number of units to trigger a requirement
for affordable housing provision.
Councillor P W High stated that the applicants had previously been requested to
reduce the number of dwellings proposed on this site.
The Head of Planning and Building Control explained that this would depend on the
applicants being willing to negotiate an increase in the number of affordable units and
would require deferral of this application.
Councillor J H Perry-Warnes raised concerns with regard to landscaping. The Acting
Development Control Manager explained that landscaping would be dealt with under
reserved matters.
It was proposed by Councillor B Cabbell Manners, seconded by Councillor Mrs A R
Green and
RESOLVED by 9 votes to 0 with 1 abstention
That the Head of Planning and Building Control be authorised to
approve this application subject to satisfactory resolution of the issues
raised by Environmental Health, completion of a Section 106 Agreement
to secure off-site highway improvements and subject to the imposition
of appropriate conditions.
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(248) FAKENHAM - 20071780 - Erection of 2 single-storey dwellings; Copper Beech
Lodge Heath Lane for Mr D Coles
The Committee considered item 9 of the officers’ reports.
Public Speaker
Mr Coles (supporting)
The Senior Planning Officer reported that an e-mail had been received from
Councillor S T Towers, a local Member, referring to the concerns raised by local
residents. She considered that the loss of the trees was unfortunate but as they
were not protected or required a felling licence she had no objection to the
application.
It was proposed by Councillor J A Wyatt, seconded by Councillor J H Perry-Warnes
and
RESOLVED unanimously
That this application be approved in accordance with
recommendation of the Head of Planning and Building Control.
the
(249) FAKENHAM - 20071788 - Erection of two four-storey blocks to provide eighteen
flats; 107-109 Holt Road for Fairstead Homes
The Committee considered item 10 of the officers’ reports.
The Acting Development Control Manager stated that the site had permission for the
erection of sixteen dwellings under planning application 20051170 which had been
omitted from the ‘Planning History’ section of the report. He referred to the Locum
Solicitor’s comments with regard to affordable housing under minute 247 above.
The Head of Planning and Building Control read to the Committee the comments of
the Conservation, Design and Landscape Manager. He was concerned that, whilst
the area surrounding the site was of nondescript character, no attempt had been
made to relate the design to the character of Fakenham.
The Head of Planning and Building Control considered that there was a case for
further negotiations in respect of this application.
The Acting Development Control Manager recommended deferral of this application
for design negotiations.
Councillor J D Savory stated that the modern development adjacent to the ‘Hungry
Horse’ public house was a good example. He proposed deferral for negotiations and
a site inspection which was seconded.
Councillor B Cabbell Manners considered that the density was too high. As an
amendment, he proposed refusal of this application on design and overdevelopment
grounds, which was duly seconded.
On being put to the vote, 5 Members voted in favour of the amendment and 5
against, and on the casting vote of the Chairman the amendment was declared lost.
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RESOLVED
That this application be deferred:
1.
To allow negotiations in respect of design and a reduction in the
number of units.
2.
To allow a site inspection by the Committee and that the local
Member and Chairman of the Parish Council be invited to attend.
(250) HELHOUGHTON - 20071248 - Demolition of dwelling and erection of two twostorey detached dwellings and detached garage; 1 and 2 Raynham Road for Mr
G Morris
The Committee considered item 11 of the officers’ reports.
Public Speakers
Mrs Freeman (Helhoughton Parish Council - also speaking on application 20071249
below)
Mr Morgan (objecting - also speaking on application 20071249 below)
In response to concerns raised by the Parish Council that it had not had sufficient
time to consider the amended plans, the Head of Planning and Building Control
explained that any decision to approve this application would be subject to no
objections being received on the expiry of the reconsultation period.
It was proposed by Councillor B Cabbell Manners, seconded by Councillor J D
Savory and
RESOLVED by 9 votes to 1
That the Head of Planning and Building Control be authorised to
approve this application subject to no new grounds of objection being
received following reconsultation and readvertisement and subject to
the imposition of appropriate conditions.
(251) HELHOUGHTON - 20071249 - Demolition of dwelling; 1 and 2 Raynham Road
for Mr G Morris
The Committee considered item 12 of the officers’ reports.
It was proposed by Councillor B Cabbell Manners, seconded by Councillor J D
Savory and
RESOLVED by 9 votes to 1
That the Head of Planning and Building Control be authorised to
approve this application subject to confirmation from English Heritage
that the dwellings will not be listed and subject to the imposition of
appropriate conditions.
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(252) HINDOLVESTON - 20071804 - Erection of four dwellings; 3 Melton Road for Mr
N Beckett
The Committee considered item 13 of the officers’ reports.
Public Speakers
Mr Howard (Hindolveston Parish Council)
Mr Evennett (supporting)
Councillor R Combe, the local Member, requested a site inspection and the
submission of a street scene drawing.
It was proposed by Councillor J A Wyatt, seconded by Councillor P Bevan Jones and
RESOLVED unanimously
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.
(253) LANGHAM - 20071789 - Erection of seven dwellings; land at Holt Road/ Swans
Close for Hastoe Housing Association
The Committee considered item 14 of the officers’ reports.
Public Speaker
Ms Stephan (supporting)
The Acting Development Control Manager reported that the Highway Authority was
satisfied with the revised access arrangements and had no objection subject to the
imposition of highway conditions. The comments of the Landscape Officer were
awaited.
The Acting Development Control Manager recommended approval subject to the
imposition of appropriate conditions including a full landscaping scheme and
materials schedule.
It was proposed by Councillor J D Savory, duly seconded and
RESOLVED unanimously
That this application be approved subject to the imposition of
appropriate conditions including a full landscaping scheme and
materials schedule.
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(254) SHERINGHAM - 20071180 - Erection of twenty-two flats; Central Garage 49
High Street for Mr N J Wright
The Committee considered item 15 of the officers’ reports.
The Acting Development Control Manager read to the Committee the applicant’s
response to the Committee’s request to include retail within the scheme. The
applicant was not prepared to include a retail element but had requested that a letter
be attached to the decision indicating that retail development would be welcomed,
which he would include in the sale particulars for the site. The Acting Development
Control Manager stated that whilst officers considered that it was a missed
opportunity, residential use was acceptable in policy terms and the application, as
submitted, should be approved.
The Locum Solicitor summarised a letter which had been received from an objector
who considered that the proposal was premature and contrary to PPS6 and the
emerging LDF. He advised the Committee that it was difficult to justify refusal based
on prematurity unless it would have a major and significant impact on the policies
emerging in the LDF. He did not consider that the impact would be major or
significant.
Councillor Mrs J P Moss, Member for Sheringham South, stated that she
consulted informally with relevant parties and whilst development of the site
welcomed there was a consensus that it should be a mix of housing and retail.
referred to the Appleyard development in Holt which had enhanced the town
considered that a similar scheme should be encouraged in Sheringham.
had
was
She
and
Councillor P Bevan Jones, a local Member, supported Councillor Mrs Moss. She
stated that access and egress was poor. The site had enormous potential but
required careful thought. She suggested that a care home for the elderly was a
possibility.
The Head of Planning and Building Control explained that the Committee was not
being asked to consider retail development. He stated that the proposals in the LDF
were not firm enough to justify refusal of this application. The site was being
considered as part of the Site Specific Proposals which were at least one year from
submission. The Committee was being asked to consider residential use. The scale
and nature of traffic generated was, however, a material consideration.
The Chairman suggested that evidence be sought of the number of traffic
movements currently associated with the site compared with projected traffic
movements associated with residential use.
It was proposed by Councillor J A Wyatt, seconded by Councillor Mrs A C Sweeney
and
RESOLVED unanimously
That consideration of this application be deferred to obtain a survey of
current traffic movements in and out of the site.
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(255) SHERINGHAM - 20071735 - Demolition of dwelling and erection of three flats;
18 New Street for B S F Norfolk Limited
The Committee considered item 16 of the officers’ reports.
Councillor P Bevan Jones, a local Member, requested a site inspection as she was
concerned with regard to the safety of the adjoining dwelling.
The Locum Solicitor explained that the adjoining owner had a right of support and
protection but this was a civil matter and the Committee had to assume that the
works would be carried out correctly.
Councillor P W High stated that the Committee had recently visited an adjacent site
and considered that Members were already familiar with the area.
Councillor P Bevan Jones withdrew her request for a site inspection.
It was proposed by Councillor P W High, seconded by Councillor J D Savory and
RESOLVED unanimously
That this application be approved in accordance with
recommendation of the Head of Planning and Building Control.
the
(256) UPPER SHERINGHAM - 20071615 - Conversion of former public house to two
dwellings, demolition of outbuildings and erection of two-storey dwelling;
former Red Lion Public House The Street for John Aston’s Children’s
Settlement
The Committee considered item 17 of the officers’ reports.
Public Speakers
Mr Horne (Upper Sheringham Parish Council)
Mr Woodrow (supporting)
The Acting Development Control Manager requested delegated authority to approve
this application subject to a condition to prevent the commencement of works until a
contract is let for Usher’s Barn and to prevent occupation of the former public house
until Usher’s Barn is completed.
Councillor Mrs A C Sweeney, the local Member, expressed concern that work had
not yet commenced on Usher’s Barn. She stated that the storeroom building at the
rear of the Red Lion had been part of the public house premises and should not be
treated differently from the conversion of the public house.
The Head of Planning and Building Control explained that as a compromise it was
being suggested that work be allowed to commence on the proposed dwelling at the
rear, but not on the conversion of the public house, until a contract for Usher’s Barn
had been let. There was a danger that if too much were allowed to happen, the
development of Usher’s Barn would not take place. However, if nothing was allowed
to happen then there would be no funding to develop it.
The Locum Solicitor advised the Committee that he considered that a Section 106
Agreement would be more appropriate than a condition.
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On the basis of the advice from the Locum Solicitor, the Head of Planning and
Building Control requested delegated authority to approve this application subject to
the completion of a Section 106 Agreement which would prevent conversion to
commence until a contract was signed for Usher’s Barn and would prevent
occupation of the dwellings until Usher’s Barn was complete.
Councillor P Bevan Jones referred to the concerns in respect of the dwelling at the
rear of the site and, whilst she supported the officer’s recommendation, she
considered that no occupation of any part of the development should be allowed until
Usher’s Barn was completed.
It was proposed by Councillor P Bevan Jones, seconded by Councillor S C Mears
and
RESOLVED
That the Head of Planning and Building Control be authorised to
approve this application subject to the completion of a Section 106
Agreement:
1. To ensure that no works were commenced on the conversion of the
public house to two dwellings until a contract for Usher’s Barn is
let.
2. To prevent occupation of the detached dwelling at the rear until a
contract for Usher’s Barn is let.
3. To prevent occupation of the two units in the former public house
until the works to Usher’s Barn have been substantially completed
in accordance with planning permission 01 20070735 PF and the
replacement public house and ancillary development is in
operation.
(257) UPPER SHERINGHAM - 20071934 - Erection of garage and alterations to
access; Blowlands Sheringham Road for Mr A Buckingham
The Committee considered item 18 of the officers’ reports.
The Senior Planning Officer recommended approval of this application subject to the
imposition of appropriate conditions.
Councillor Mrs A C Sweeney, the local Member, considered that the proposed
garage would be out of keeping with the Conservation Area and would be more
appropriately sited at the side of the dwelling.
It was proposed by Councillor H C Cordeaux, duly seconded and
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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(258) WELLS-NEXT-THE-SEA - 20071932 - Erection of two-storey dwelling; site rear
of 18 Church Street for Mr J Starns
The Committee considered item 19 of the officers’ reports.
Public Speaker
Mr Putman (supporting)
The Senior Planning Officer reported that a letter of objection had been received from
a resident of Waveney Close in respect of loss of amenity and additional noise and
disturbance. Norfolk Landscape Archaeology had no objection subject to the
imposition of a condition requiring an archaeological evaluation. The Conservation,
Design and Landscape Manager had no objection in principle to the proposed design
but was concerned about the position of the dormer windows.
The Senior Planning Officer recommended approval of this application subject to the
receipt of an amended plan in respect of the dormer windows and subject to the
imposition of appropriate conditions.
Councillor J D Savory, a local Member, stated that he had visited the site and spoken
to one of the objectors. He stated that parking in the area was difficult, the footpath
was frequently obstructed by vehicles and the site was in close proximity to a youth
club and a public house. He was also concerned with regard to overlooking and loss
of light.
It was proposed by Councillor J D Savory, seconded by Councillor T H Moore and
RESOLVED unanimously
That this application be refused on grounds that the proposal is a
cramped form of development which does not meet the basic amenity
criteria and would result in overlooking.
(259) APPLICATIONS APPROVED UNDER DELEGATED POWERS
The Committee noted item 4 of the officers’ reports.
(260) APPLICATIONS REFUSED UNDER DELEGATED POWERS
The Committee noted item 4 of the officers’ reports.
(261) NEW APPEALS
The Committee noted item 4 of the officers’ reports.
(262) PUBLIC INQUIRIES AND INFORMAL HEARINGS - PROGRESS
The Committee noted item 4 of the officers’ reports.
(263) WRITTEN REPRESENTATIONS APPEALS - PROGRESS
The Committee noted item 4 of the officers’ reports.
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(264) APPEAL DECISIONS
The Committee noted item 4 of the officers’ reports.
The meeting adjourned for lunch at 1.50 pm, resumed at 2.20 pm and closed at 2.50
pm.
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