Agenda and minutes

Apologies had been received from Councillor Janet Duncan with Councillor Mo Khursheed substituting.

None.

The minutes of the meetings held on 30 October 2013 were agreed as a correct record.

The Chairman confirmed that agenda Item 18 and 19 in agenda B would be considered as urgent items.

It was confirmed that all items would be considered in Part 1 public.

Demolition of existing buildings and redevelopment to provide 50 residential units in 3 buildings with associated car parking and cycle parking spaces, communal amenity areas, landscaping, private gardens and balconies utilising existing access.

Recommendation: Approval, subject to a S106 Agreement.

Demolition of existing buildings and redevelopment to provide 50 residential units in 3 buildings with associated car parking and cycle parking spaces, communal amenity areas, landscaping, private gardens and balconies utilising existing access.

Officers introduced the report and referred members to the addendum sheet that had been circulated. 

In accordance with the Council’s constitution a representative of the petition received in objection to the proposals was invited to address the meeting.  The lead petitioner was unable to attend and requested that his objections were relayed to Members of the Committee as follows:

• The proposals would overshadow their property and affect their right to light.
• Loss of privacy due to the nature of the work undertaken at their property.
• The noise made by their printing facility had not been taken into consideration.
• Did not authorise the demolition of the boundary on the eastern side of their property.
• There was no indication that a fire assessment had been carried out.
• Concern there was no public notices informing local residents and businesses of the proposed development.

The agent addressed the meeting and made the following points:

• There was one parking space per unit.
• Improvements had been made to the amenity space.
• The proposals were a catalyst for further regeneration.
• The proposals would be an improvement to the canal frontage.
• Would meet local housing needs.
• Had achieved lifetime home standards.
• There would be no loss of sunlight.

A local Ward Councillor spoke regarding the proposals and made the following comments:

• Believed that the loss of privacy to the business in objection should not be a reason for refusal.
• Majority of residents support the proposals.
• The area was benefiting from Crossrail
• Regeneration, such as this, was welcomed in Yiewsley.

Members discussed the application and noted that there were a number of conditions attached in relation to landscaping had a number of conditions attached.  Members agreed that the proposals would make good use of redundant Brownfield Land.

Members expressed concern about the noise impact from the adjoining business who had objected to the proposals.  Officers explained that no habitable rooms would be affected.

Members requested that condition 11 be amended to read as follows:

‘No  floodlighting  or  other  form  of  external  lighting  shall  be  installed  unless  it  is  in accordance with details which have previously been submitted to and approved in writing by  the  Local  Planning  Authority.  Such details shall include location, height, type and direction of light sources and intensity of illumination. Any lighting that is so installed shall not  thereafter  be  altered  without  the  prior  consent  in  writing  of  the  Local  Planning Authority other than for routine maintenance which does not change its details.

The recommendation for approval was moved, seconded and on being put to the, vote was unanimously agreed.

Resolved –

A. That the Council enters into an agreement with the applicant under Section 106of  the Town  and Country Planning Act  1990  (as  amended)  and/or Section  278 of the  Highways  Act  1980  (as  amended)  and/  or  other  appropriate  legislation  to  ...  view the full minutes text for item 6.

Demolition of existing buildings and redevelopment of site to provide a materials recovery and recycling facility and Civic Amenity Site, incorporating a recovery and recycling building, storage bays, administration office/training building, external processing and storage area, two weighbridges, reuse and extension of railway sidings, and Civic Amenity Centre, together with associated car parking, landscaping, fencing and infrastructure (additional documents received 11/11/13).

Recommendation : Refusal, subject to the Mayor for London not directing the Council under Article 6 to refuse the application, or issuing a direction under Article 7.

Demolition of existing buildings and redevelopment of site to provide a materials recovery and recycling facility and Civic Amenity Site, incorporating a recovery and recycling building, storage bays, administration office/training building, external processing and storage area, two weighbridges, reuse and extension of railway sidings, and Civic Amenity Centre, together with associated car parking, landscaping, fencing and infrastructure.

Officers introduced the report and referred members to the addendum sheet that had been circulated.

In accordance with the Council’s constitution representatives of the petitions received in objection to the proposal were invited to address the meeting. The lead petitioners raised the following points:

• Over 3,500 residents had signed the petitions.
• Many organisations such as local businesses, schools and places of worship had also signed petitions asking the Committee to reject the proposals.
• The site had already been considered unsuitable by the Council in 2011 when it decided that it would be excluded from the West London Waste Plan.
• If approved the application would bring misery and danger to the people of West Drayton and Yiewsley.
• Would harm the lives of local residents and destroy businesses.
• Who would want to live, work or do business near a waste plant?
• Residents had conducted a traffic survey in 2011.
• The site would generate 100,000 to 400,000 additional vehicle movements a year.
• If the plant was at a 600,000 tonne capacity it would equate to nearly 70 tonnes per hour in both directions all day and night.
• Latest data did not show how much material would be transported by rail.
• Statistics show that West Drayton does not meet EU air quality standards.
• Rats and vermin will increase, the MP for Ealing had suggested this was a continual problem effecting residents near Powerday’s site in White City.
• Tavistock Road was a narrow road.
• Powerday would be processing the equivalent weight of 15 Titanics or 7 Costa Concordias.
• The people of West Drayton and Yiewsley are asking Powerday to take their business elsewhere.
• Petitioners reminded the Committee of the Council’s policy of ‘putting our residents first’.

• Powerday assumed all their traffic would be routed via Horton Road.
• Traffic exiting Horton Road into the High Street would need to give way to southbound traffic.
• Horton Road was on an upward gradient slope.
• Traffic exiting Horton Road on the slope would have to join slow moving traffic in the High Street.
• The pedestrian crossing could be activated at any time causing traffic to back up.
• Once past the mini roundabout the HGVs would need to turn right into Tavistock Road.
• Next to the turning lane there was a yellow box junction and a few feet beyond that there was a zebra crossing.
• The station generated foot, bus, car and taxi traffic.
• West Drayton was benefiting from Crossrail.
• Tavistock Road was a local road with businesses located either side of its entrance and residential properties.
• Tavistock Road was often used as a short-cut through to Cowley over the next canal bridge.
• A residential development recently  ...  view the full minutes text for item 7.

Change of use of existing building from office (Use Class B1(a)) to Hotel (Use Class C1), including 4-storey side extension (to rear of adjacent petrol station), and 4-storey rear extensions, and associated amendments to landscaping and car parking.

Recommendation : Approval, subject to a S106 Agreement.

Change of use of existing building from office (Use Class B1 (a) to Hotel (Use Class C1), including 4-storey side extension (to rear of adjacent petrol station), and 4-storey rear extensions, and associated amendments to landscaping and car parking.

Officers introduced the report and referred members to the addendum sheet that had been circulated. 

Members discussed the application and requested a condition be added to ensure that the development did not compromise the underground railway tunnels.  Members also requested that amendments to condition 2a and 2f were made in respect of refuse storage (which should be covered and secure) and external lighting for the car park.

The recommendation for approval was moved, seconded and on being put to the, vote was unanimously agreed.

Resolved – That  delegated  powers  be  given  to  the  Head  of  Planning,  Green  Spaces  and Culture to grant planning permission subject to the following conditions:

A) That the Council enters into an agreement with the applicant under Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) and/or other appropriate legislation to secure:

1.  Highways:  to  secure  all  necessary works  and  the  provision  of  a  Travel  Plan, including Sustainable Transport Measures (such as a hopper bus service).

2.  Construction Training:  either a financial contribution, or an in-kind scheme delivered during the construction phase of the development, should be secured (in either event the 'obligation' should be delivered equal to the formula of £2,500 for every £1 million build cost).

3. Air Quality:  in line with the SPD and given the site is located in an air quality management area then a contribution in the sum of £25,000.

4. Project Management and Monitoring Fee: a financial contribution equal to 5% of the  total  cash  contributions  towards  the  management  and  monitoring  of  the resulting agreement.

B) That in respect of the application for planning permission, the applicant meets the Council's reasonable costs in preparation of the Section 106 and any abortive work as a result of the agreement not being completed.

C)  That  officers  be  authorised  to  negotiate  and  agree  the  detailed  terms  of  the proposed agreement and conditions of approval.

D) That if any of the heads of terms set out above have not been agreed and  the S106 legal agreement has not been finalised before 17/12/2013, or such other date as agreed by the Head of Planning, Green Spaces and Culture, delegated authority be  given  to  the Head  of Planning, Culture and Green Spaces  to  refuse  planning permission for the following reason:

'The  applicant  has  failed  to  provide  contributions  towards  the  improvement  of services  and  the  environment  as  a  consequence  of  demands  created  by  the proposed  development  (in  respect  of  construction  training  and  air  quality).  The proposal  therefore  conflicts  with  Policy  R17  of  the  adopted  Local  Plan  and  the Council's Planning Obligations SPD and Air Quality SPG.'

E) That subject to the above, the application be deferred for determination by the Head of Planning, Culture and Green Spaces under delegated powers, subject to the completion  ...  view the full minutes text for item 8.

Reserved matters (appearance, layout, scale and landscaping) in compliance with conditions 2 and 3 for Phase 3, First Application (Western Side of District Park) of planning permission ref: 585/APP/2009/2752 dated 18/01/2012 for the proposed mixed-use redevelopment of St Andrews Park (Former RAF Uxbridge site).

Recommendation : Approval

Reserved matters (appearance, layout, scale and landscaping) in compliance with conditions 2 and 3 for Phase 3, First Application (Western Side of District Park) of planning permission ref: 585/APP/2009/2752 dated 18/01/2012 for the proposed mixed-use redevelopment of St Andrews Park (Former RAF Uxbridge site).

Officers introduced the report and outlined details of the application.

The recommendation for approval was moved, seconded and on being put to the, vote was unanimously agreed.

Resolved – That the application be approved as per the officers’ report.

Amendment to appearance and layout of the south block previously approved under planning permission 1127/APP/2009/443 dated 14-05-10 (Section 73 application to vary condition 28 of the original planning permission).

Recommendation : Approval, subject to a S106 Agreement.

Amendment to appearance and layout of the south block previously approved under planning permission 1127/APP/2009/443 dated 14-05-10 (Section 73 application to vary condition 28 of the original planning permission).

Officers introduced the report and referred members to the addendum sheet that had been circulated. 

Members noted that a considerable amount of time had been spent on amending the conditions on the previous application that went before the Central and South Planning Committee on 13 April 2010.

Officers informed the Committee that the traffic flow would not be impacted.

The recommendation for approval was moved, seconded and on being put to the, vote was unanimously agreed.

Resolved – That delegated power be given to the Head of Planning, Green Spaces and Culture to grant planning permission subject to the following:

1. The Council enter into an agreement with the applicant under Section 106 of the Town  and  Country  Planning  Act  1990  (as  amended)  and/or  Section  278  of  the Highways Act (as amended) and all appropriate legislation to ensure that:

(a) Cycle and Pedestrian Network - The applicant is to upgrade the existing cycle network in the locality, including the upgrading of the existing pelican crossing to a toucan crossing at Park Road, to details to be approved by the Council. Upgrade works  are  to  provide  adequate  lighting  and  surfacing  and  ensure  that  both pedestrians and cyclists can use the links.

(b)  Construction  Management  -  Require  the  applicant/developer  to  provide  and adhere  to  a  responsible  constructor  scheme.  This shall include agreement that construction traffic shall avoid peak hours and the use of Gatting Way.

(c) Green Travel Plan Sustainable transport measures in the form of a 10 year Green Travel Plan (which includes car park management plan to achieve a phased reduction in car parking provision on the campus down to 350 spaces.

(d) A contribution of £3,000 towards Great Crested Newt habitat maintenance and translocation routes.

(e) That the applicant meets the Council's reasonable costs in the preparation of the Section 106 Agreement and any abortive work as a result of the agreement not being completed.

(f) That the applicant meets the Council's project management and administration costs  as  set  out  in  the  Council's  Planning  Obligations  Strategy  Supplementary Planning Guidance.

2.  That  Officers  be  authorised  to  negotiate  and  agree  detailed  terms  of  the proposed agreement.

3. If a Section 106 agreement has not been signed by 26-12-13, or any other period deemed appropriate by the Head of Planning, Green Spaces and Culture, then the application is to be referred back to Committee for further consideration.

4. That subject to the above, the application be deferred for determination by the Head of Planning, Green Spaces and Culture under delegated powers subject to the completion of the Agreement under Section 106 and other appropriate powers with the applicant.

5. That the conditions in the officers’ report and addendum be attached.

Reserved matters (appearance and landscaping) in compliance with conditions 2 and 3 for Phase 3, Block D (76 residential units) of planning permission ref: 5107/APP/2009/2348 dated 01/10/2010.

Recommendation : Approval

Reserved matters (appearance and landscaping) in compliance with conditions 2 and 3 for Phase 3, Block D (76 residential units) of planning permission ref: 5107/APP/2009/2348 dated 01/10/2010.

Officers introduced the report and outlined details of the application.

The recommendation for approval was moved, seconded and on being put to the, vote was unanimously agreed.

Resolved – That the application be approved as per the officers’ report.

Reserved matters (appearance and landscaping) in compliance with conditions 2 and 3 for Phase 3, second application ('Block G' comprising 107 residential units) of planning permission ref: 5107/APP/2009/2348, dated 01/10/2010: Proposed mixed-use redevelopment of the Former NATS Site.

Recommendation : Approval

Reserved matters (appearance and landscaping) in compliance with conditions 2 and 3 for Phase 3, second application ('Block G' comprising 107 residential units) of planning permission ref: 5107/APP/2009/2348, dated 01/10/2010: Proposed mixed-use redevelopment of the Former NATS Site.

Officers introduced the report and outlined details of the application.

The recommendation for approval was moved, seconded and on being put to the, vote was unanimously agreed.

Resolved – That the application be approved as per the officers’ report.

Reserved matters (appearance, landscaping, layout and scale) in compliance with conditions 2 and 4 of planning permission ref: APP/R5510/A/10/2130048 dated 03/12/2010 for Redevelopment of site for mixed use development comprising a 44-unit apartment hotel, 1,320 m² of office space and 135 m² restaurant/bar, with associated access, car parking and landscaping (Outline application for approval of access).

Recommendation : Approval

Reserved matters (appearance, landscaping, layout and scale) in compliance with conditions 2 and 4 of planning permission ref: APP/R5510/A/10/2130048 dated 03/12/2010 for Redevelopment of site for mixed use development comprising a 44-unit apartment hotel, 1,320 m² of office space and 135 m² restaurant/bar, with associated access, car parking and landscaping (Outline application for approval of access).

Officers introduced the report and outlined details of the application.

Officers explained that there had been minor changes to the approved scheme.  Members noted that all the units were the appropriate size.

The recommendation for approval was moved, seconded and on being put to the, vote was unanimously agreed.

Resolved – That the application be approved as per the officers’ report.

Demolition of existing care home and construction of 6 semi-detached 4-bed dwellings, together with associated car parking, landscaping and new pedestrian access.

Recommendation : Approval subject to a S106 Agreement.

Demolition of existing care home and construction of 6 semi-detached 4-bed dwellings, together with associated car parking, landscaping and new pedestrian access.

Officers introduced the report and referred members to the addendum sheet that had been circulated. 

Members noted the amendment to condition 10 to add 'The scheme shall demonstrate the allocated of 2 spaces to each unit' after 'the Local Planning Authority'.

The recommendation for approval was moved, seconded and on being put to the, vote was unanimously agreed.

Resolved –

1. This authority  is given by  the  issuing of  this notice under Regulation 3 of  the Town  and Country Planning General Regulations  1992  and  shall  ensure  only  for the benefit of the land.

2. That the Council enter into a Statement of Intent/Legal Agreement under Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) and/or Section 278 of the Highways Act 1980 (as amended) or other appropriate legislation to secure the following:

A. A contribution of £82,366 to be used towards capacity enhancements in near by educational facilities made necessary by the development.

B. Project  Management  and  Monitoring  Fee:  in  line  with  the  SPD  if  a  s106 agreement  is  entered  into  then  a  contribution  equal  to  5%  of  the  total cash contributions should be secured to ensure the management and monitoring of the resulting agreement.

C.  That  officers  be  authorised  to  negotiate  and  agree  the  detailed  terms  of  the proposed agreement.

D.  If the Legal Agreement/s have not been finalised within 3 months, delegated authority be given to the Head of Planning, Sport and Heritage to refuse planning permission for the following reason:

'The  applicant has failed to provide contributions towards the capacity enhancements in nearby educational facilities made necessary as a consequence of  demands  created  by  the  proposed  development. The proposal therefore conflicts with Policy R17 of the Hillingdon Local Plan: Part 2 - Saved UDP Policies (November 2012)'.

E. That the conditions outlined in the officers’ report and changes in the addendum be attached.

Conservation Area Consent for the demolition of existing care home.

Recommendation : Approval .

Conservation Area Consent for the demolition of existing care home.

Officers introduced the report and outlined details of the application.

The recommendation for approval was moved, seconded and on being put to the, vote was unanimously agreed.

Resolved – That the application be approved as per the officers’ report.

Reasons for refusal.

Mixed use redevelopment comprising the erection of a 3,543 sq.m foodstore (GIA) (Use Class A1), (inclusive of delivery areas) with 181 car parking spaces and 32 cycle spaces; 3 additional retail units, totalling 1,037 sq.m (GFA) (Use Class A1 to A5); a 100 sq.m safer neighbourhoods unit (Use Class D1); a 7 storey (plus plant level) 84 bedroom hotel (Use Class C1), with 18 car parking spaces and 16 cycle spaces; together with associated highways alterations and landscaping.

On 2 December 2013, the Major Application Committee decided to refuse the applications for both the old Master Brewer site and the Land adjacent to Hillingdon Station.

It was also decided that the reasons for refusal be brought back to Committee for consideration by Members.  It was noted that only Members present at the meeting on 2 December 2013 could agree the reasons for refusal.

The recommendations outlining the reasons for refusal for each application were moved, seconded and on being put to the, vote were unanimously agreed.

Resolved – That the reasons for refusal were agreed as per the officers’ report.

Erection of a part single, two, three and 4 storey building to provide 23 residential units, consisting of 14 x 2 bedroom, 9 x 1 together with 250sqm of retail/commercial space, with associated parking, cycle and bin storage and amenity space, involving demolition of existing buildings.

Recommendation - That delegated powers be given to the Head of Planning, Green Spaces and Culture to grant planning permission, subject to details in the officer’s report.

Erection of a part single, two, three and 4 storey building to provide 23 residential units, consisting of 14 x 2 bedroom, 9 x 1 together with 250sqm of retail/commercial space, with associated parking, cycle and bin storage and amenity space, involving demolition of existing buildings.

Officers introduced the report and outlined details of the application.  Officers informed the Committee that there had been a minor change to the recommendation.  Officers explained that the Cabinet Member for Planning, Transportation and Recycling preferred an alternative proposal which did not include a service bay.

The recommendation for approval was moved, seconded and on being put to the, vote was unanimously agreed.

Resolved – That the application be approved as per the officers’ report.