Issue - meetings

Variation of Condition 2 (Accordance with Approved Plans), Conditions 3 (Tree Protection) and 5 (Landscaping) of planning permission ref. 6039/APP/2021/3465 dated 03-03-2022 (Removal of derelict scout hut and storage unit to facilitate the erection of a replacement single storey scout hut building) 

The minor material amendments include:  

-  Changes to accessibility (with external ramp and disabled parking), hard and soft landscaping and external fittings. 

- Minor change to the building overall positioning on the site. 

- Fenestration changes on front elevation plan with repositioning of fire exit door. 

Recommendation: Approval. 

RESOLVED: That the application be approved in accordance with the officer recommendation.

Variation of Condition 2 (Accordance with Approved Plans), Conditions 3 (Tree Protection) and 5 (Landscaping) of planning permission ref. 6039/APP/2021/3465 dated 03-03-2022 (Removal of derelict scout hut and storage unit to facilitate the erection of a replacement single storey scout hut building)

The minor material amendments include:

-  Changes to accessibility (with external ramp and disabled parking), hard and soft landscaping and external fittings.

- Minor change to the building overall positioning on the site.

- Fenestration changes on front elevation plan with repositioning of fire exit door.

Officers introduced the application which was recommended for approval.

Ward Councillor Peter Smallwood had submitted a written representation in support of the application which was read out for the consideration of the Committee Members. Key points highlighted included:

• Councillor Smallwood registered his interests as a member of the Executive Committee of the 1st/3rd Ruislip Scout Group.
• The application was strongly supported as it provided a new home for the 2nd/9th Ruislip Scout Group.
• The Group's previous base had been redeveloped into three family homes on Ladygate Lane, making the new facility essential for continuing high-quality scouting.
• The proposed building was thoughtfully designed, modest in scale, and sensitive to the surrounding area, including key accessibility features.
• The planning amendments were modest and appropriate, with no adverse impact on the surrounding residential character or neighbouring amenity.
• The accessibility improvements significantly enhanced the inclusivity of the facility and aligned with local and national planning policies.
• Scouting provided young people with invaluable opportunities to develop confidence and skills.
• The new hut ensured the 2nd/9th Ruislip Scout Group had a permanent and suitable base to thrive in the future.

Members were in support of the proposal and raised no objections. The officer’s recommendation was moved, seconded and, when put to a vote, unanimously approved.

RESOLVED: That the application be approved in accordance with the officer recommendation.