Rother District Council PLANNING COMMITTEE 15 March 2007 Minutes of the Planning Committee meeting held at the Town Hall, Bexhill-on-Sea on Thursday 15 March 2007 at 9.30am. Present: Councillors C.N. Ramus (Chairman), R.E. Parren (Vice Chairman), Mrs H.R. Bridger (in part), C.A. Clark (in part), P. Fairhurst, Mrs J.P. Gadd, G.E.S. Hearn, J.A.J. Kemp, B. Kentfield, P.G. Lendon, C.R. Maynard (in part) and D.W.L.M. Vereker. Also present: Councillors G. Gubby (in part), Mrs J.M. Hughes (in part), S.H. Souster, K. Standring (in part) and M.J. Wilson (in part). Advisory Officers in attendance: Head of Planning, Development Control Manager, Team Leader (East) Development Control, Team Leader (West) Development Control, Senior Democratic Services Officer, 22 members of the public and two members from the local press. PL92. MINUTES The Chairman was authorised to sign the minutes of the meeting of the Committee held on 15 February 2007 as a correct record of the proceedings. PL93. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Apologies for absence were received from Chairman of Council, Councillor Mrs W.M. Miers (ex-officio) and Councillor Mrs. D.C. Williams. PL94. ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS / WITHDRAWN APPLICATIONS The Development Control Manager advised the Committee of the planning applications which had been withdrawn from the Agenda, by the applicants. The Head of Planning confirmed that in future this information would be notified as a formal Agenda Item, at the commencement of each meeting. This improved communication would enable both Members of the Committee and members of the public to know before the application was called, whether or not it was due for consideration at the meeting. This information would also be added to the Planning Committee Agenda on the website, as and when applications were withdrawn, if any, following the publication of the Agenda. 1 DECISIONS TAKEN UNDER DELEGATED POWERS PL95. ENFORCEMENT MATTERS The following enforcement matter was reported: (1) Icklesham – Regina, Tram Road, Rye Harbour RESOLVED: That subject to being satisfied evidentially, the District Secretary be authorised to issue the appropriate enforcement notice and take any other steps necessary including legal action under Sections 179 and 181 of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990. Compliance period: Two months. PL96. TREE MATTERS The following tree matters were reported: (i) 10.4.2.269 – The District of Rother (Woodlands Caravan Park, Westfield Lane, Westfield) Tree Preservation Order 2006 RESOLVED: That the District of Rother (Woodlands Caravan Park, Westfield Lane, Westfield) Tree Preservation Order 2006 be CONFIRMED subject to MODIFICATION changing the boundary in the area referred to a W1b so that the Order now forms a 10 metre strip along the southern boundary of the site, connecting a small woodland area which is retained in the south east corner and the rest of the protected wood to the west, in respect of several trees of whatever species comprising mainly of broadleaved species (W1). (ii) RR/2007/126/T – 113 Winchelsea Road, Rye – Crown Reduction by 25%. 40% reduction of one limb and crown lift by 7m of one holm oak. Members were concerned at the extent of the proposed works to this tree which formed an important element of the gateway into Rye. It was agreed that a site inspection be carried out prior to approving any works and a more detailed report be submitted to the next meeting. RESOLVED: That the decision be deferred pending a site inspection and further detailed report. PL97. APPLICATIONS Outline planning permissions are granted subject to approval by the Council of reserved matters before any development is commenced, which are layout, scale, appearance, access and landscaping. Unless otherwise stated, every planning permission or outline planning permission is granted subject to the development beginning within 3 years from the date of the permission. In regard to outline permissions, reserved matters application 2 for approval must be made within three years from the date of the grant of outline permission; and the development to which the permission relates must begin no later than whichever is the later of the following dates: the expiration of three years from the date of the grant of outline permission or, the expiration of two years form the final approval of the reserved matters, or in the case of approval on different dates, the final approval of the last such matters to be approved. In certain circumstances the Planning Committee will indicate that it is only prepared to grant or refuse planning permission if, or unless, certain amendments to a proposal are undertaken or subject to completion of outstanding consultations. In these circumstances the Head of Planning can be given delegated authority to issue the decision of the Planning Committee once the requirements of the Committee have been satisfactorily complied with. A delegated decision does not mean that planning permission or refusal will automatically be issued. If there are consultation objections, difficulties, or negotiations are not satisfactorily concluded, then the application will have to be reported back to the Planning Committee or reported via the internal-only electronic notified ‘D’ system by means of providing further information for elected Members. This delegation also allows the Head of Planning to negotiate and amend applications, conditions, reasons for refusal and notes commensurate with the instructions of the Committee. Any applications which are considered prior to the expiry of the consultation reply period are automatically delegated for a decision. RESOLVED: That the planning applications be determined as shown in Appendix A attached hereto. MATTERS FOR INFORMATION PL98. APPEALS Members noted the report of the Director of Services detailing the appeals which had been allowed, dismissed or lodged since the last meeting, together with information on forthcoming inquiries and hearings. RESOLVED: That the report be noted. PL99. DATE FOR SITE INSPECTIONS – Tuesday 17 April 2007 at 8.30am departing from the Town Hall, Bexhill. CHAIRMAN The meeting closed at 3.00pm pl070315.lja 3 APPENDIX A RR/2007/107/P BURWASH THE OAKS, VICARAGE ROAD CHANGE OF USE OF LAND TO AND CONSTRUCTION OF A RIDING ARENA COMPRISING OF A NETWORK OF LAND DRAINS WITH A STONE BASE/ SILICA SAND AND RUBBER SURFACE, SURROUNDED BY A POST AND THREE RAIL FENCE. Mrs Powell Statutory 8 week date: 07 March 2007 DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) DELEGATED (SUBJECT TO NEGOTIATION WITH THE ENVIRONMENT AGENCY REGARDING THE CULVERT) 1. No floodlightling or other external means of illumination of the riding arena shall be provided, installed or operated at the site, except in accordance with a detailed scheme which shall have first been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. Reason: To safeguard the visual amenities of the locality in accordance with Policies GD1(iv) & (v) and CF5 of the Rother District Local Plan and Policies S1(f) & (j) and EN2 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011. 2. The riding arena for the exercising/training of horses hereby permitted shall be used for private equestrian/recreational purposes only and not for any commercial riding, livery use or other business use. Reason: To preserve the visual and/or residential amenities of the locality in accordance with Policies GD1(ii), (iv) & (v) and CF5 of the Rother District Local Plan and Policies S1(f) & (j) and EN2 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011. 3. Manure must be stored at least 10 metres away from any watercourse and sited in accordance with the ‘Code of Good Agricultural Practice for the Protection of Waters’. Reason: To prevent pollution of the water environment from any run-off in accordance with Policies GD1(v) & (x) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policies S1(g) and EN11 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011. 4. Prior to the commencement of the development hereby approved, full details of the method/ measures of protection of the public sewer are to be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority, in consultation with Southern Water. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details and maintained in that condition thereafter. Reason: To prevent damage to public utility infrastructure (mains sewer) and pollution of the water environment in accordance with Policies GD1(v) & (x) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policies S1(g) and EN11 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011. Notes: 1. Under Section 85 of the Water Resources Act 1991 the Environment Agency would take action against any contaminated water (effluent) discharge into a controlled watercourse. 2. The introduction of a culvert into a stream requires the separate prior consent of the Environment Agency (EA) under Section 23 of the Land Drainage Act 1991 in addition to planning permission. 4 3. 4. No new building, new trees or large bushes or other new permanent obstructions should be located within 3 metres either side of the centreline of the public sewer. All existing infrastructure should be protected during the course of construction works. Liaison with Southern Water is advised. REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The proposed riding arena is of an appropriate design and position and will not adversely affect the character of the area or the amenities of adjoining properties and therefore complies with Policies S1 and EN2 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policies GD1 and CF5 the Rother District Local Plan. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2006/3499/P MOUNTFIELD DARWELL RESERVOIR AND BEAUPORTWATER SUPPLY WORKS - LAND BETWEEN IN MOUNTFIELD, WHATLINGTON, SEDLESCOMBE, WESTFIELD AND BATTLE CONSTRUCTION OF REPLACEMENT RAW WATER PIPELINE Southern Water Ltd Statutory 16 week date: 12 April 2007 DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) DELEGATED (REGARDING SECTION ADJACENT TO MARLEY LANE/PETLEY WOOD RE TREES) 1. Standard approval/time implementation. 2. Detailed aspects of the assessment and mitigation strategies for archaeology shall be submitted for the consideration and approval of the Local Planning Authority prior to development commencing. The development shall only be carried out in accordance with the approved details. Reason: To ensure that features of archaeological interest are properly examined and recorded, in accordance with Policy GD1(viii) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policies S1(j) and EN22 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011. 3. Detailed aspects of the mitigation strategies for landscaping shall be submitted for the consideration and approval of the Local Planning Authority prior to development commencing. The development shall only be carried out in accordance with the approved details. If within a period of five years from the date of the planting of any tree/hedgeline that tree or hedge plants, or any replacement, is removed, uprooted or destroyed or dies, [or becomes, in the opinion of the local planning authority, seriously damaged or defective,] another tree/hedge plant of the same species and size as that originally planted shall be planted at the same place, unless the local planning authority gives its written consent to any variation. Reason: To enable planting to re-establish and thereby ensure that the proposed development does not prejudice the appearance of the landscape quality of the High Weald AONB in accordance with the requirements of Policy GD1(iv, v) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policy S1(j) and EN2 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011. 4. Details of the measures to minimise and manage waste generated by the scheme shall be submitted for the consideration and approval of the Local Planning Authority prior to the commencement of works on the excavation of 5 the pipeline. The development shall only be carried out in accordance with the approved details. Reason: In the interests of seeking a sustainable development which minimises waste, in accordance with the Supplementary Planning Guidance on ‘Construction and Demolition Waste’, of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011. 5. No development approved by this permission shall be commenced until a detailed method statement for temporary and permanent water crossings, with detailed pollution prevention measures and any mitigation required, has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority in association with the Environment Agency (EA). Thereafter the approved scheme shall be carried out in accordance with the approved method statement. The statement shall include details on the following: a) Additional river corridor and crossing point surveys; b) Use of no dig techniques at crossing points unless otherwise agreed in writing; c) Location and method for wash-outs on the pipeline; d) Timescales for the works, which should be outside the trout spawning season; e) Containment of any sediment run off and/or excavated river bed material; f) Minimisation of sediment disturbance; g) Containment of increased silt/suspended solids as a result of backfilling; h) Oil, plant and chemical storage; i) Containment of increased silt/suspended solids as a result of sheet piling or dewatering activities; j) Method of construction and operation for the project in order to prevent pollution of underlying groundwater. Reason: To prevent pollution of the water environment and impacts upon protected species in accordance with Policy GD1(x) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policy S1(g) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Government guidance and requirements contained within the Wildlife and Countryside Act and PPS9. 6. Drainage details. CN8C. Reason: To ensure the satisfactory drainage of the site and to prevent water pollution in accordance with Policy GD1(x) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policy S1(g) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991 – 2011. 7. If, during development, contamination not previously identified is found to be present at the site then no further development (unless otherwise agreed in writing with the local planning authority), shall be carried out until a method statement detailing how the unsuspected contamination shall be dealt with has been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority and the works shall be completed in accordance with the approved method statement. Reason: To prevent pollution of the water environment in accordance with Policy GD1(x) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policy S1(g) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011. 8. Details of any floodlighting or external illumination shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority before the development commences. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details and no other lighting shall be installed. 6 Reason: To safeguard the visual, rural and residential amenities of the locality, to reduce any impact upon wildlife and to control overspill and light pollution in accordance with Policy GD1 (ii), (iv) and (vii) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policy S1 (f) and (j) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011. Notes: i. N1B – AB.44081.01018E, AB.44081.01906B, 01911B and 01912B. Date stamp 26 February 2007. ii. East Sussex County Council will require that the impact of construction traffic on the County's highway network is minimised to levels acceptable to the Highway Authority and that the costs of all necessary mitigation works are met by the applicants. iii. East Sussex County Council will require that the reinstatement of all affected highways and rights of way are undertaken by the applicant to a standard acceptable to the County Council. iv. With regard to conditions 5 and 6 of this permission the applicant is referred to the full details contained within the letters from the EA dated 5 and 23 February 2007. v. The applicant is reminded of the need to obtain prior consent from the EA under Section 23 of the Land Drainage Act 1991 for the erection of any access, culvert, dam or like obstruction to the flow of any ordinary watercourse. vi. The applicant is reminded of the need to obtain Consent to Discharge under the Water Courses Act 1991, Schedule 10 (as amended). vii. The applicant is reminded of the need to obtain an EPS mitigation licence from Natural England for works affecting both Great Crested Newts and Dormice. REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The proposed development is considered to be justified and to be of an appropriate design and detailing and will not adversely affect the long term character or appearance of the area or the amenities of adjoining properties and therefore complies with Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan and Policies S1, EN2, EN12, EN17, EN22 and EN24 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/25/P BATTLE 56-58 HIGH STREET REFURBISHMENT FOR DELICATESSEN: AIR CONDITIONING, SINK PROVISION, REMOVE RECENT PARTITIONS, RE-LINE WALLS & CEILINGS AND WORKS TO IMPROVE ACCESSIBILITY OF DOORWAYS. T Crum Statutory 8 week date: 12 March 2007 DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) 1. Standard time period. 2. CN6A – control use “a delicatessen or other retail shop falling within Class A1 and for no other food retail use including any other purpose in Classes A3-5 of the Schedule ……”. Reason: To ensure an appropriate use of the site without causing detriment to the residential amenities of neighbouring properties having regard to Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan. 7 3. Before the use hereby permitted commences, a scheme for the sound insulation and/or anti-vibration treatment of the air conditioning and condenser units shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority and the works shall be completed prior to operation of the air conditioning equipment. The sound insulation and anti-vibration treatments shall thereafter be maintained in accordance with the approved details. Reason: To protect the residential amenities of the locality in accordance with Policy GD(ii) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policy EN15 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991 - 2011. 4. No external extraction or ventilation flues other than those hereby approved, shall be installed without the grant of planning permission by the local planning authority. Reason: To protect the residential amenities of the locality in accordance with Policy GD1(ii), (viii) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policy EN15 and EN23 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011. 5. The air conditioning and condenser units hereby approved, shall not be operated, before 7.00 a.m. or after 10.00 p.m. on weekdays or Saturdays, or before 8 a.m. or after 4 p.m. on Sundays, Bank or Public Holidays. To protect the residential amenities of the locality in accordance with Policy GD(ii) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policy EN15 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991 - 2011. Note: Your attention is drawn to the associated listed building consent RR/2007/31/L and the attached conditions. REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The proposed change of use and associated works represent an appropriate use and detail and will not adversely affect the character of the area or the amenities of adjoining properties and therefore complies with Policy GD1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy S1, EN15 and EN23 of the Rother District Local Plan. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/31/L BATTLE 56-58 HIGH STREET REFURBISHMENT FOR DELICATESSEN INCLUDING AIR CONDITIONING, SINK PROVISION, REMOVAL OF RECENT PARTITIONS, RE-LINE WALLS AND CEILINGS AND WORKS TO IMPROVE ACCESSIBILITY OF DOORWAYS. Fine Developments Ltd Statutory 8 week date: 12 March 2007 DECISION: GRANT (LISTED BUILDING CONSENT) 1. Standard LB time period. 2. The works hereby approved shall be carried out in accordance with the details submitted and as specified on the approved plan no. 021-1.002-C, date stamped 13 January 2007 and contained within the letter date stamped 12 February 2007. Reason: To ensure the preservation of structure, features and detailing that form part of the architectural and historic character of the Listed Building in accordance with Policy GD1(viii) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policies S1(m) & EN23 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011. Note: Your attention is drawn to the associated planning permission RR/2007/25/P and the attached conditions. 8 REASONS FOR GRANTING CONSENT: The works to the listed building are considered to be of an appropriate design, appearance and use of materials and will not adversely affect the special architectural or historic character of the building or its setting and therefore complies with Policy GD1(viii) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policy EN23 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2006/3341/P BEXHILL 154 BARNHORN ROAD, COPPERBEECH ERECTION OF TWO STOREY REAR EXTENSION TO PROVIDE 19 ADDITIONAL BEDROOMS WITH EN-SUITE AND LIVING ROOM Meeraraj Ltd Statutory 8 week date: 15 February 2007 DECISION: REFUSE (FULL PLANNING) 1. The proposed two storey extension would by virtue of its height, bulk and extent have an over dominant and intrusive impact on the residential amenities of the adjoining property, 152 Barnhorn Road, and is contrary to Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(ii) of the Rother District Local Plan. 2. The proposed development results in the creation of some bedroom accommodation that fails to provide a satisfactory level of amenities for the occupiers in terms of room size, natural light and outlook. The proposal is therefore considered to be contrary to Policy GD1(i) of the Rother District Local Plan. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2006/3353/P BEXHILL 30 SHIPLEY LANE REVISED PROPOSALS FOR THE ERECTION OF A SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION TO FORM GRANNY ANNEXE AND REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING CONSERVATORY PREVIOUSLY APPROVED UNDER PLANNING PERMISSION RR/2006/1581/P (RETROSPECTIVE APPLICATION). Mr and Mrs G Monteith Statutory 8 week date: 10 April 2007 DECISION: DEFERRED FOR THE SUBMISSION OF AMENDED PLANS View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ 9 RR/2006/3375/P BEXHILL ST JAMES PLACE, WRESTWOOD ROAD ERECTION OF 28 DWELLINGS INCLUDING FORMATION OF NEW VEHICULAR ACCESS PURSUANT TO OUTLINE PLANNING PERMISSION RR/2003/2438/P Allum Developers and Contractors Limited Statutory 13 week date: 16 March 2007 DECISION: DEFERRED FOR AMENDED LAYOUT/REDUCTION IN NUMER OF UNITS View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2006/3401/CM BEXHILL REPROTECH - FORMER SITE OF, FRESHFIELDS, BEXHILL ROAD CHANGE OF USE TO A WASTE AND RECYCLABLES TRANSFER STATION, DEPOT AND ANCILLARY USES Veolia E S South Downs Ltd Last date for decision: 19 January 2007 DECISION: THAT THE COUNTY COUNCIL BE ADVISED THAT THE DISTRICT COUNCIL STRONGLY OBJECTS TO THE PROPOSED USE ON THE BASIS THAT ALL THE INFORMATION SO FAR RECEIVED GIVES INSUFFICIENT ASSURANCES THAT THERE WILL BE NO ADVERSE EFFECT ON THE AREA AND NO WORSENING OF THE SITUATION IN TERMS OF NOISE, AIR QUALITY AND TRAFFIC GENERATION PARTICULARLY HAVING REGARD TO THE AMENITIES OF LOCAL RESIDENTS AND THE PROXIMITY OF THE FACILITY TO THE PROPOSED PEBSHAM COUNTRYSIDE PARK. NOTWITHSTANDING THE ABOVE THE DISTRICT COUNCIL ALSO STRONGLY OBJECT TO SEVEN DAY WORKING ON THE SITE FROM EARLY MORNING TO LATE EVENING. AND REQUIRES CLARIFICATION OF WASTE VEHICLE MOVEMENTS GENERATED FROM ADJOINING LOCAL AUTHORITIES. (Councillors C.A. Clark, P. Fairhurst and J.A.J Kemp each declared a personal interest in this matter in so far as they are Council appointed Members to the Pebsham Countryside Park Management Board and in accordance with the Members’ Code of Conduct remained in the room during consideration thereof.) View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2006/3404/P BEXHILL ST MARY’S SCHOOL, WRESTWOOD ROAD ERECTION OF TWO STOREY EXTENSION TO EXISTING BLOCK INCLUDING PROVISION OF DISABLED FACILITIES St Mary’s Wrestwood Children’s Trust Statutory 8 week date: 07 February 2007 DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) 1. Standard commencement condition. 2. No development shall take place until samples of the materials to be used for all external finishes of the building hereby permitted, including the photovoltaic 10 3. 4. cells, have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details. Reason: In the interests of the visual amenity of the area in accordance with Policy GD1(iv) of the Rother District Local Plan. No development shall take place before full details of the foundations of the new building and a Method Statement for construction in relation to safeguarding the root systems of the adjoining trees and for protecting the trees during the course of development has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Thereafter no works shall be undertaken other than in complete accordance with the approved Method Statement. Reason: In order to safeguard the adjoining trees which contribute to the character of the site and enhance the setting of the buildings in accordance with Policy GD1(vi) of the Rother District Local Plan. The car parking spaces shown on the drawing 135/06, approved as part of this application, shall be provided prior to the occupation of the development hereby permitted and thereafter shall not be used for any purpose other than the parking of staff or other operational vehicles. Reason: To ensure an adequate level of off-street parking to serve the development in accordance with Policy S1(d) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1 (iii) of the Rother District Local Plan. Note: N1C Schedule of Drawings: 135/4B, 135/05 and 135/06 REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The proposed building is of an appropriate size and design within the context of this large school site. The additional facilities are acceptable in the terms of Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan. (Councillor Mrs J.P. Gadd declared a personal and prejudicial interest in this matter in so far as her husband is an elected Member of East Sussex County Council and serves on the Board of Governors of St. Mary’s and in accordance with the Members’ Code of Conduct left the room during consideration thereof.) View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2006/3435/P BEXHILL 74 GRANGECOURT DRIVE ERECTION OF DETACHED BUNGALOW FORMATION OF NEW VEHICULAR ACCESS. J Panice INCLUDING Statutory 8 week date: 06 April 2007 DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) 1. Standard time permission. 2. CN5A (Exclude G.D.O. specified structures) 3. CN5E a) and b) (Restriction of alterations/additions) 4. CN9I – dwelling is first occupied – (Walling/fencing – Non estate development) 5. CN13A (Landscaping scheme) 6. CN13B (Implementation of landscaping scheme) 11 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. CN8C (Foul and surface water details) CN7B a) the roofing tiles and b) the facing bricks (External materials) The new access shall be in the position shown on the submitted plan [drawing number 2006,096,1] and laid out and constructed as specified on the Form HT 407 attached hereto and all works undertaken shall be executed and completed by the applicant to the satisfaction of the Local Planning Authority. Reason: To ensure the safety of persons and vehicles entering and leaving the access and proceeding along the highway and accord with Policy S1(d) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011, and Policy GD1(iii) of the Rother District Local Plan. The access shall not be used until the parking area has been provided in accordance with the approved plan and the area shall thereafter be retained for that use and shall not be use other than for the parking of motor vehicles. Reason: To ensure the safety of persons and vehicles entering and leaving the access and proceeding along the highway and accord with Policy S1(d) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011, and Policy GD1(iii) of the Rother District Local Plan. Before commencement of any ground works for the development hereby approved, the finished ground floor level of the building in relation to existing and proposed site levels, the adjacent highway and adjacent properties, together with details of levels of the driveway, shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority and the works shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details. Reason: To ensure satisfactory development of the site in accordance with Policy GD1(ii) and (iv) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policy S1(f) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011. REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The proposal is for a modest dwelling similar in size to the indicative outline proposal approved under RR/2005/3047/3R. The proposal takes advantage of a small infill site in an established area of mixed character. The dwelling will have no adverse effect on the street scene and although it will be visible from Nos. 28 and 32 its modest design with shallow pitched roof will preserve their residential amenities. It therefore complies with Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011, and Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/185/P BEXHILL 41, 41A, 43, 45, 47 BARNHORN ROAD, REDEVELOPMENT TO FORM 60 EXTRA CARE APARTMENTS FOR THE FRAIL ELDERLY PLUS COMMUNAL FACILITIES AND STAFF FLAT INCLUDING FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR BALCONIES WITH PROVISION OF NEW VEHICULAR AND PEDESTRIAN ACCESSES, ACCESS ROAD AND TWENTY THREE PARKING SPACES. McCarthy & Stone Statutory 13 week date: 17 April 2007 DECISION: REFUSE (FULL PLANNING) 1. The application does not make provision for 40% affordable housing on site and has not fully and financially demonstrated that affordable housing could not be provided on the site or that it would make the development of the 12 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. whole site uneconomic. The proposal is therefore contrary to Policies HG1 and DS1(ii) of the Rother District Local Plan 2006. The proposed development would, if permitted, be out of character with the locality by the creation of a continuous façade and a density and mass unrelated to the established development in the locality. The proposal is therefore considered to be contrary to Policy S1(b) and (f) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(iv) of the Rother District Local Plan 2006. The proposed development would, if permitted, be out of character with and detrimental to the amenities of neighbouring residences by reason of overlooking, the overbearing scale of the proposed building and disturbance through vehicle movements to the occupier of 49 Barnhorn Road. The proposal is therefore considered to be contrary to Policy GD1(ii) of the Rother District Local Plan 2006 It has not been demonstrated that the proposal can be drained satisfactorily, in terms of both surface water and foul drainage. The proposal is therefore considered to be contrary to Policies GD1(ix) and GD2 of the Rother District Local Plan and Policy S3 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011. It has not been demonstrated that the proposal has been developed with due regard to the probable existence on the site of species protected by the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981, the Protection of Badgers Act 1992 and the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000 as required by Policy GD1(vii) of the Rother District Local Plan 2006. It has not been demonstrated that the level of car parking proposed in the scheme is adequate to serve the scale of development proposed and the proposal would be contrary to Policies GD1(iii) and TR3(i) of the Rother District Local Plan. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/227/P BEXHILL 25 WITHYHAM ROAD CONVERSION OF DOUBLE GARAGE TO BEDROOM AND ERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION TO THE REAR Iliace Statutory 8 week date: 26 March 2007 DECISION: WITHDRAWN. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/264/P BEXHILL 47-51 COODEN SEA ROAD DEMOLITION OF BUILDINGS AT 47-51 COODEN SEA ROAD, CONSTRUCTION OF ONE RETAIL UNIT AND 10 RESIDENTIAL FLATS INCLUDING GUARDRAIL BALCONETTES TO FIRST AND SECOND FLOORS INCLUDING SITE ACCESS, ALTERATION TO EXISTING ACCESSES, PROVISION OF TWENTY TWO CAR PARKING SPACES AND ASSOCIATED EXTERNAL WORKS. H22 Bexhill Ltd 13 Statutory 13 week date: 01 May 2007 DECISION: DEFERRED FOR FURTHER INFORMATION FROM THE HIGHWAY AUTHORITY, DESIGN AMENDMENTS AND CLARIFICATION OF WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITIES ON SITE. (Councillors Mrs J.P. Gadd and R.F. Dyason wished it to be recorded that they voted against deferral and were in favour of the application being refused.) View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/278/P BEXHILL ST GEORGES CHURCH – LAND AT, CANTELUPE ROAD ERECTION OF CENTRE OF WORSHIP AND COMMUNAL ACTIVITIES The United Reformed Church (Southern Province) Trust Ltd Statutory 8 week date: 26 March 2007 DECISION: DEFERRED FOR A COMPREHENSIVE SCHEME TO RELATE TO PLANNING APPLICATION RR/2007/287/P View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/287/P BEXHILL ST GEORGES CHURCH, CANTELUPE ROAD DEMOLITION OF EXISTING BUILDINGS AND ERECTION OF A BLOCK OF 10 FLATS INCLUDING FORMATION OF NEW VEHICULAR ACCESS The United Reformed Church (Southern Province) Trust Ltd Statutory 13 week date: 30 April 2007 DECISION: DEFERRED FOR A COMPREHENSIVE SCHEME TO RELATE TO PLANNING APPLICATION RR/2007/278/P View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/345/P BEXHILL 75 PEARTREE LANE OUTLINE: DEMOLITION OF EXISTING HOUSE AND ERECTION OF TWO PAIRS OF SEMI-DETACHED HOUSES AND A DETACHED HOUSE SERVED BY A NEW VEHICULAR ACCESS AND PARKING AREA FOR TEN VEHICLES WITH CLOSURE OF EXISTING ACCESS. Mr P Stavri. Statutory 8 week date: 29 March 2007 DECISION: REFUSE (FULL PLANNING) 1. The proposed development if granted would introduce to the residential environment an unacceptable level of overlooking of neighbouring properties, a poor relationship to plot size and layout in the area, overdevelopment 14 leading to site cramming, noise and disturbance from motor vehicles using the communal parking area and potential security implications associated with the communal parking area. The proposed development would conflict with Policies S1(b)(s)(e) contained within the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policies GD1(ii)(iv)(xi), HG4(i)(vii)(xi) and TR3(xi) contained within the Rother District Local Plan. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/530/C BEXHILL BEXHILL HIGH SCHOOL, GUNTERS LANE NEW INDOOR SPORTS FACILITY TOGETHER WITH FLOODLIT ALL WEATHER COURTS (RENEWAL OF PLANNING APPLICATION RR/2062/CC). East Sussex County Council Last date for consultation: 16 March 2007 DECISION: OBJECTION (COUNTY COUNCIL) ON THE FOLLOWING GROUNDS: (a) loss of playing fields, especially when taking into account the future plans to consolidate the High School onto the site, to allow the High School to offer a full range of sport and recreation facilities to both its pupils and the local community. (b) detrimental traffic impact of the proposed development, taken together with the intention to consolidate the High School and presence of other development in the area. For information: The County Council is reminded of the existence of a Section 106 Agreement in respect of the area of playing fields fronting Gunters Lane. This area is to be retained as playing fields, i.e. with no built development thereon. (Councillor C.R. Maynard declared a personal and prejudicial interest in this matter in so far as he is an elected Member of East Sussex County Council and ViceChairman of the ESCC Planning Committee and in accordance with the Members’ Code of Conduct left the room during consideration thereof.) (Councillor B. Kentfield declared a personal and prejudicial interest in this matter in so far as he is the Chairman of Governors at Bexhill High School and in accordance with the Members’ Code of Conduct left the room during consideration thereof.) (Councillor R.F. Dyason declared a personal interest in this matter in so far as he is an elected Member of East Sussex County Council and in accordance with the Members’ Code of Conduct remained in the room during consideration thereof.) View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/542/P BEXHILL 19 STEVENS CLOSE – LAND ADJ ERECTION OF TWO STOREY BUILDING COMPRISING TWO 1 BEDROOM FLATS INCLUDING ASSOCIATED WORKS AND ALTERATIONS TO EXISTING CAR PARK TO FORM 10 PARKING SPACES. Rother Homes Ltd 15 Statutory 8 week date: 16 April 2007 DECISION: REFUSE (FULL PLANNING) DELEGATED (EXPIRY OF CONSULTATION PERIOD) 1. The proposed dwellings by reason of their siting and height will have a poor relationship and an unacceptable impact on the amenities of 19 Stevens Close, resulting in an overbearing and over dominant building within a metre of their side boundary. As such the proposal fails to meet the general aims of Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and the specific criteria of Policy GD1(ii) of the Rother District Local Plan in terms of safeguarding the amenity of exiting and future residents. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/571/P BEXHILL LITTLE COMMON RECREATION GROUND ERECTION OF FENCING AND GATE TO PROVIDE A STORAGE AREA FOR ROLL-ON CRICKET NET Little Common Ramblers Cricket Club Statutory 8 week date: 19 April 2007 DECISION: GRANT (FULL CONSULTATION PERIOD) PLANNING) DELEGATED (EXPIRY OF REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The proposed fencing and gate are an appropriate development for the recreation ground and will not adversely affect the character of the area or the amenities of adjoining properties in the position indicated and therefore comply with Policy GD1(ii) and (iv) of the Rother District Local Plan. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/47/P BECKLEY AZTEC HOUSE, MAIN STREET ERECTION OF A 4/5 BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE Mr T Clarke Statutory 8 week date: 5 March 2007 DECISION: WITHDRAWN View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/122/P NORTHIAM EGMONT FARM, COPPARDS LANE ERECTION OF REPLACEMENT TIMBER OUTBUILDING (RETROSPECTIVE APPLICATION) Miss Richardson and Mr Taylor Statutory 8 week date: 06 April 2007 DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) 1. Standard time period. 2. CN6C (Domestic Use Building) 16 REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The building is of an appropriate size, design and materials and will not adversely affect the character and appearance of the landscape and High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and therefore complies with Policies S1(b), (k), EN2 and EN3 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(iv), (v) of the Rother District Local Plan. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2006/3056/P PEASMARSH BERRYNARBOR, SCHOOL LANE ERECTION OF REPLACEMENT DWELLING AND DETACHED GARAGE. Mr Mike Wells Statutory 8 week date: 1 January 2007 DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) 1. CN5A (Exclude G.D.O. specified structures) 2. CN5D (Obscure glaze windows) (Insert ‘at first floor level on the north elevation, and Velux window on the east elevation) 3. CN5E a), b) and c) (Restriction of alterations/additions) 4. CN7B a) the roofing tiles, b) the hanging tiles and c) the facing bricks (External materials) 5. CN8C (Foul and surface water details) 6. CN13A (Landscaping scheme) 7. CN13B (Implementation of landscaping scheme) 8. The access shall not be used until parking areas have been provided in accordance with the approved plan and the areas shall thereafter be retained for that use and shall not be used other than for the parking of motor vehicles. Reason: To ensure the safety of persons and vehicles entering and leaving the access and proceeding along the highway and to accord with Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011. 9. The ridge height of the dwelling hereby approved shall not exceed 6.8m in height. Reason: to safeguard the amenities of the neighbouring properties in accordance with Policy GD1(ii) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policy S(f) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011. N1C Drawing ref. 06-792/104G proposed elevations 02/03/07 Drawing ref. 06-792/102F proposed site plan 02/03/07 Drawing ref. 06-792/103D proposed house plan 07/11/06 REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The position of the replacement dwelling lies within the development boundary for Peasmarsh as defined within the Rother District Local Plan. Although set to the rear of dwellings fronting School Lane and is a replacement of a bungalow with a chalet bungalow, the insertion of obscure glazing into windows at first floor level on the north and east elevations will preserve the privacy of neighbouring properties. Its amended siting (following the earlier refusal) closer to the western boundary of the site and the relocation of the garage, while having some greater impact than the existing smaller dwelling, maintain the wider outlook of the residents of ‘Raymaur Lodge’ and ‘Eureka’. As such the proposal meets the objectives of Policies S1, EN2 and EN3 of the East Sussex and 17 Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011, and Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/326/P PEASMARSH 60 – 64 THE MALTINGS ERECTION OF TWO FLATS AND ONE TWO STOREY DWELLING WITH PROVISION OF PARKING SPACES. Rother Homes Ltd Statutory 8 week date: 28 March 2007 DECISION: REFUSE (FULL PLANNING) 1. The proposed dwellings by reason of their siting and height will have an unacceptable impact on adjoining residents. The existing dwellings adjoining to the south have small gardens, which would be dominated by the flank wall on the proposed dwellings. As such the proposal fails to meet the general aim of Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and the specific criteria of Policy GD1(ii) of the Rother District Local Plan in terms of safeguarding the amenity of existing and future residents. Note: N1A Amended plan (ref. RH.06.121.PH/02A) date stamped 8 March 2007. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/75/P RYE FOREIGN RYE ROAD (A268) – LAND AT ERECTION OF 15M REPLICA TELEGRAPH POLE MAST AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT CABINETS T-Mobile UK Ltd Statutory 8 week date: 05 March 2007 DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) 1. Standard time period. 2. The development hereby permitted on the site shall be removed from the land on which it is situated within 6 months of the time when it is no longer required for telecommunication purposes. Reason: To enable the Local Planning Authority to regulate and control the development of the land in accordance with Government Advice In Planning Policy Guidance Note 8 and Policy EN30 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011. 3. The screen planting shown on the submitted plan shall be carried out at the time of development or at such later date as may be agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority, and in any event within 6 months from the completion of the development. Any plants removed, becoming severely damaged or diseased, or which die within 5 years of planting shall be replaced by plants of similar size and species to those originally required to be planted. Reason: To improve and maintain the characteristics of the locality and to accord with Policies S1, EN2 and EN3 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(iv)(v) of the Rother District Local Plan. 18 REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The Local Planning Authority is satisfied that the applicant has demonstrated justification for a higher level of coverage in the area, that alternative sites have been investigated, and that the proposal strikes an acceptable balance between the applicant’s technical requirements and the impact upon the visual appearance of the landscape and the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The application is therefore considered to accord with Government Advice contained in PPG: 8 Telecommunications and Policies S1(b)(j), EN2, EN3 and EN30 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(iv)(v) of the Rother District Local Plan. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/274/P CAMBER DRAFFIN LANE – LAND ADJ, (LAND ADJ JAIME) ERECTION OF DWELLING INCLUDING FORMATION OF NEW VEHICULAR ACCESS P J Brazier & Co Ltd Statutory 8 week date: 23 March 2007 DECISION: WITHDRAWN. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/356/P CAMBER MARINA CAFÉ, OLD LYDD ROAD ERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY EXTENSIONS TO FORM BURGER BAR AND SANDWICH BAR. Mr J Hyatt Statutory 8 week date: 30 March 2007 DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) DELEGATED CONSULTATION PERIOD/AMENDED PLAN) 1. Standard time period. 2. CN7E (Matching render-extension) (EXPIRY OF REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The proposed extensions are of an appropriate design and will not adversely affect the character of the area of the amenities of adjoining properties and therefore complies with Policy S1(f) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011, and Policies GD1(ii) and (iv) and HG8 of the Rother District Local Plan. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/118/P ICKLESHAM THE AMUSEMENT ARCADE, PETT LEVEL ROAD, WINCHELSEA OUTLINE: DEMOLITION OF EXISTING BUILDINGS. ERECTION OF FOUR SEASIDE HOUSES INCLUDING FORMATION OF A NEW AND ALTERATIONS TO AN EXISTING VEHICULAR ACCESS 19 Stade Developments (Hastings) Ltd Statutory 8 week date: 21 March 2007 DECISION: (1) GRANT (OUTLINE PLANNING) DELEGATED (NEGOTIATION ON DESIGN DETAIL/HIGHWAY ISSUES/RESOLUTION OF FLOOD RISK ISSUES) REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The site lies within the Development Boundary of Winchelsea Beach and residential redevelopment is accepted in principle. Provision of four houses can be accommodated without detriment to neighbouring properties and the varied character of this area without conflict with Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan. OR In the event that flood issues cannot be resolved – (2) REFUSE (OUTLINE PLANNING) 1. In respect of absence of satisfactory flood risk assessment and an inability of the scheme to meet the tests of PPS25: Development and Flood Risk View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/27/P TICEHURST UPPER TOLHURST FARM, BIRCHETTS GREEN LANE CHANGE OF USE OF SHEEP PASTURE TO, AND CONSTRUCTION OF, ACCESS TRACK ONTO BIRCHETTS GREEN LANE Mr D Henderson Statutory 8 week date: 21 March 2007 DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) 1. The new access shall be in the position shown on the submitted plan and constructed as specified on the form HT401 attached thereto and all works undertaken shall be executed and completed prior to the access being brought into use. Reason: To provide acceptable traffic conditions, including highway safety, and to accord with Policy S1(d) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(iii) of the Rother District Local Plan. 2. The access shall not be used until parking areas have been provided in accordance with the approved plan and the areas shall thereafter be retained for that use. Reason: To provide acceptable traffic conditions, including highway safety, and to accord with Policy S1(d) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(iii) of the Rother District Local Plan. 3. Within one month of the new access being brought into use or at such a time as shall have been agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority, the existing agricultural field access identified on the submitted plan shall be stopped up and a hedge and/or a field fence reinstated in accordance with a scheme that shall have been submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority. 20 4. 5. 6. Reason: To provide acceptable traffic conditions, including highway safety, and to accord with Policy S1(d) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(iii) of the Rother District Local Plan. Within one month of the new access being brought into use the existing access to the south-west of the dwelling shall be closed-off to vehicular traffic in accordance with details to be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority. Reason: To retain a single point of access for vehicular traffic in the interests of highway safety and in accordance with Policy S1(d) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(iii) of the Rother District Local Plan. Details of any works or alterations to the existing stone bridge that may be required shall be submitted for the consideration and approval of the Local Planning Authority before being carried out. The development shall only be carried out in accordance with the approved details. Reason: To ensure that any such details take into account the stability of the bridge, the need to safeguard the watercourse, and also need to safeguard the visual amenities of the rural area in accordance with Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011. CN10A (Attached Highway conditions). REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The Planning Committee having inspected the site is satisfied that the development would not have a harmful impact on the character and appearance of the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and would accord with Policy S1 (j) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1 (v) of the Local Plan. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/275/P SEDLESCOMBE CHITTLEBIRCH YARD, GREAT SAUNDERS FARM, BEECH FARM ROAD TEMPORARY SITING OF MOBILE HOME. Mr and Mrs Rowlands Statutory 8 week date: 4 April 2007 DECISION: REFUSE (FULL PLANNING) 1. It has not been demonstrated that there is any need for the siting of a residential mobile home for the running of the enterprise which is located in the countryside within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the proposal is therefore contrary to Policies GD1(v), HG5 and HG10(iii) of the Rother District Local Plan, Policies EN2 and EN3 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Government advice contained in PPS7 (Annexe A Paragraph 12). View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ 21 RR/2007/282/P SEDLESCOMBE PESTALOZZI GARDEN, PESTALOZZI INTERNATIONAL VILLAGE CONSTRUCTION OF PESTALOZZI GARDEN INCLUDING A STRAW BALE CLASSROOM INCLUDING ROOF LIGHTS, STORAGE SHED, GREENHOUSE AND FORMATION OF NEW VEHICULAR ACCESS AND PEDESTRIAN ACCESSES Pestalozzi International Village Trust Statutory 8 week date: 04 April 2007 DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) DELEGATED (SATISFACTORY RESOLUTION OF THE CONCERNS RAISED BY THE ENVIRONMENT AGENCY AND CONFIRMATION THAT THE COUNTY ARCHAEOLOGIST DOES NOT WISH TO OBJECT/DETAILS OF THE USAGE OF THE ACCESS TO COTTAGE LANE) 1. Standard time period. 2. No development shall take place until there has been submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, a scheme for new hedge planting within the areas identified on the approved plan. The scheme shall include the details of the species of plants, the size of plants, the spacing between plants, and the pattern of planting (i.e. number of staggered rows). Reason: To enhance the appearance of the development and to accord with Policies S1(j) and EN2 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GDG1(v) of the Rother District Local Plan. 3. CN13B (Implementation of landscaping scheme). 4. CN13C (Tree retention). Reason: To maintain the characteristics of the locality in accordance with Policies S1(j) and EN2 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(v)of the Rother District Local Plan. REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The site lies within the established boundaries of the Pestalozzi Community and the development is required in association with the existing residential use of the Trust. The new built development would be confined to a small part of the site and new and existing tree/hedge planting would provide screening to mitigate against the impact of the development in the AONB landscape. The proposal is in accordance with Policies S1(j) and EN2 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/378/P SEDLESCOMBE PESTALOZZI INTERNATIONAL VILLAGE OUTLINE: ERECTION OF 6 DWELLINGS WITH ALTERATION TO AN EXISTING ACCESS Pestalozzi International Village Trust Statutory 13 week date: 21 May 2007 DECISION: DEFERRED TO ALLOW A FULL REPORT TO BE PRESENTED TO THE NEXT PLANNING MEETING View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ 22 RR/2007/397/P SEDLESCOMBE PESTALOZZI INTERNATIONAL VILLAGE PART DEMOLITION OF EXISTING AND CONSTRUCTION OF REPLACEMENT BUILDINGS INCLUDING IMPROVED CONFERENCE, DINING, ADMINISTRATION & EDUCATION FACILITIES, ACCOMMODATION INCLUDING ROOF LIGHTS AND ASSOCIATED WORKS INCLUDING PARKING AND ALTERATION TO AN EXISTING ACCESS. Pestalozzi International Village Trust Statutory 13 week date: 04 May 2007 DECISION: DEFERRED TO ALLOW A FULL REPORT TO BE PRESENTED TO THE NEXT PLANNING MEETING View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/471/P GUESTLING UPPER LIDHAM HILL BARN, NORTH LANE CHANGE OF USE AND CONVERSION OF BARNS INTO B1 USE. CONVERSION OF BARN TO FORM DWELLING TO BE USED SOLELY BY WORKERS/OWNERS OF CONVERTED B1 BARNS. P Newton Statutory 8 week date: 17 April 2007 DECISION: DEFERRED RE-ADVERTISEMENT OF APPLICATION RE NEW DESCRIPTION AND FOR SITE INSPECTION REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The proposed change of use will not have an adverse impact upon the amenities of the area or upon highway safety and therefore complies with Policies S1 (b) and (d) and EN3 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy EM3 of the Rother District Local Plan. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/148/P RYE YPRES TOWER, CHURCH SQUARE CONSTRUCTION OF INCLUSIVE ACCESS RAMPS AND STEPS FOR DISABLED USE Rye Museum Association Statutory 8 week date: 12 March 2007 DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) DELEGATED (CONSULTATION WITH ENGLISH HERITAGE ON ADDITIONAL PLANS SHOWING LEVELS, RELATIONSHIP TO TOWER AND HAND RAILING ETC) 1. Standard commencement condition. 2. No development shall commence until full details of the following have been submitted and approved by the Local Planning Authority:23 (a) 3. the existing and proposed levels of the ramp and courtyard area, including – within the courtyard area – details of the interface of the new raised pavement with the tower; (b) details of the grading of the embankment including a specification for planting or seeding including a timescale for such planting; (c) details of the alterations to the front brick wall and railings including a specification of the materials to be used; and (d) details of all proposed hand rails. No development shall take place other than in accordance with the approved details. Reason: To ensure a development appropriate to the setting of the Ancient Monument and the character of the Conservation Area in accordance with Policy S1(m) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 19912011 and Policy GD1(viii) of the Rother District Local Plan. The existing tree on the site shall be retained and shall be protected in the whole course of development in accordance with details first approved by the Local Planning Authority in accordance with BS5837:2005 Trees in relation to construction. Reason: To ensure retention of the cedar tree which contributes to the character of the Conservation Area in accordance with Policy S1(j) and (m) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(viii) of the Rother District Local Plan. REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The proposed alterations are considered not to impact adversely upon the historic character and appearance of the building in compliance with Policy S1(j)(m) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(viii) of the Rother District Local Plan, and accords with advice contained within PPG15. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/543/P RYE 25 UDIMORE ROAD, MAGNOLIA COTTAGE ERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY REAR EXTENSION TO PROVIDE STUDY. Mr Granville Bantick Statutory 8 week date: 25 April 2007 DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) DELEGATED (EXPIRY OF CONSULTATION PERIOD 27 MARCH 2007/NO ADVERSE COMMENTS FROM CONSULTEES) 1. The development must not begin later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this permission. Reason: In accordance with section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990. 2. CN7C (Matching external materials) 3. No windows shall be inserted into the north east elevation of the extension unless agreed in writing beforehand with the Local Planning Authority. Reason: To prevent any change that might involve direct overlooking of adjacent properties in accordance with policy GD1 (ii) of the Rother District Local Plan. 24 REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The proposed development is of an appropriate design and will not adversely affect the character of the area or the amenities of adjoining properties and therefore complies with policy GD1 and HG8 of the Rother District Local Plan. View application/correspondence ___________________________________________________________________ RR/2007/296/NA SHEPWAY CONSULTATION LONDON ASHFORD AIRPORT, LYDD, ROMNEY MARSH CONSTRUCTION OF A 294 METRE RUNWAY TOGETHER WITH AN ADDITIONAL 150 METRE STARTER EXTENSION. London Ashford Airport Ltd Statutory 8 week date: RR/2007/297/NA SHEPWAY CONSULTATION LONDON ASHFORD AIRPORT, LYDD, ROMNEY MARSH THE ERECTION OF A PASSENGER TERMINAL TOGETHER WITH A CAR PARK ON THE EXISTING BRAVO APRON COMPRISING A CAR PARK. London Ashford Airport Ltd Statutory 8 week date: DECISION: THAT SHEPWAY DISTRICT COUNCIL BE ADVISED THAT ROTHER DISTRICT COUNCIL WOULD SUPPORT THE PROPOSALS TO EXTEND LONDON ASHFORD AIRPORT ON THE BASIS OF THE ECONOMIC AND REGENERATION BENEFITS OF THE PROPOSALS TO THIS AREA OF EAST SUSSEX AND KENT. HOWEVER ANY SUCH EXPANSION SHOULD ONLY TAKE PLACE ON THE BASIS THAT THE SURROUNDING TRANSPORT INFRASTRUCTURE BE IMPROVED AS NECESSARY AND THAT SHEPWAY DISTRICT COUNCIL IS SATISFIED THAT AN INCREASE IN AIR TRAFFIC CAN BE ACCOMMODATED WITHOUT ADVERSE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ON THE ADJOINING AREA AND THAT APPROPRIATE CONTROLS ON NIGHT FLIGHTS AND FLIGHT PATHS ARE IMPOSED. (Councillor C.N. Ramus declared a personal interest in this matter and in accordance with the Members’ Code of Conduct remained in the room during consideration thereof.) View application/correspondence --oo0oo-- 25