Agenda, decisions and minutes

There no apologies for absence.

There were no declarations of interest.

RESOLVED: That the minutes from 20 February 2018 be approved as an accurate record.

None.

It was confirmed that all agenda items would be heard in Part I.

Demolition of existing buildings (Use Class B8) and erection of 104 self-contained (20 x 1-bedroom, 75 x 2-bedroom and 9 x 3-bedroom) units (Use Class C3), Community Space (Use Class D1), and the provision of car parking, associated landscaping, drainage and other ancillary work.

Recommendation: Approval + Sec 106

RESOLVED: That the application be approved + Sec 1-6 to include addendum changes.

Officers introduced the report and provided an overview of the application. Planning permission was sought for the demolition of existing buildings (USE Class B8) and erection of 104 self contained (20 X 1 - bedroom, 75 x 2 - bedroom and 0 x 3 - bedroom) units (Use Class C3), Community space (Class D1), and the provision of car parking, associated landscaping, drainage and other ancillary work.

Officers highlighted the addendum and made a recommendation for approval.

Two petitioners shared the five minutes speaking time and spoke in objection of the application. In total the petitions had in excess of 400 signatures against the application.

In summary, the first petitioner submitted that the petition signatories strongly objected to the tower block development and it was out of character. The petitioner requested bungalows with affordable housing not flats with balconies overlooking neighbouring properties. The rapid erection of high density flats has shocked residents and there is a concern on local nurseries, schools and surgeries. The impact of traffic had increased and the level of pollution had increased in the area.

The second petitioner reiterated the points raised by the first petitioner. The petitions submitted that the latest application was only seven dwelling smaller than the previous application that was refused. This application was still grossly overdeveloped in terms of bulk, size, height and overlooking existing housing.  It was far too high for the street scene and traffic in the area would increase. The Comag site is site is directly next to two storey Edwardian villas and close to housing estate. Residents are already experiencing anti social behaviour caused by the densely populated over developed site. Local residents have had to change their way of life to live. There is no local infrastructure to support this type of development.

Both petitioners asked for the application to be refused.

The applicant's agent addressed the Committee. The agent spoke in support of the application. He drew the Committee's attention to a number of key points. Since the previous application, the applicant had worked closely with officers to respond to the concerns raised and work on the reasons for refusal.  The applicant has active dialogue with local residents. The revised application has reduced size, bulk and is smaller in scale, reducing form 8 to 7 storey and reduction in height from 5 to 4 storey. There has been a redesign and features traditional roofs reflecting the local character. This is a town centre site within 100 m of the cross rail location and we are obliged to make benefit of this. Affordable housing - the scheme provides 35 % affordable housing including family size accommodation. Parking is provided with a ratio of 1 for 1 alongside electronic parking points. and there are motor cycle spaces. In terms o highways, the scheme will result in a net reduction in vehicle trips compared to current vehicle use on the site. Amenity - all new homes will have the appropriate distance in accordance with policy. Boundaries have been  ...  view the full minutes text for item 146.

Demolition of existing building and erection of 27 residential units (Class C3) comprising 24 flats and 3 houses including car parking, landscaping, access and associated works.

Recommendation: Approval

RESOLVED: That the application be approved.

Officers introduced the report and provided an overview of the application. Planning permission was sought for the demolition of existing building and erection of 27 residential units (Class C3) comprising 24 flats and three houses including car parking, landscaping, access and associated works. Officers highlighted the addendum and made a recommendation for approval.

The officer’s recommendation was moved, seconded, and when put to a vote, unanimously agreed.

RESOLVED:  That the application be approved as per officer's recommendation and the changes listed in the addendum.

Installation of effluent treatment plant within existing service yard with resultant realignment of service yard fence and reduction in site landscaping.

Recommendation: Approval

RESOLVED: That the application be approved.

Officers introduced the report and provided an overview of the application. Planning permission was sought for the effluent treatment plant within existing service yard with resultant realignment of service yard fence and reduction in site landscaping. Officers made a recommendation for approval.

The officer’s recommendation was moved, seconded, and when put to a vote, unanimously agreed.

RESOLVED: That the application be approved.

Demolition and replacement of existing club house. Resurfacing of existing access road and provision 23 new hard surfaced car parking spaces (including 2 disabled bays).

Recommendation: Approval

RESOLVED: That the application be approved.

Officers introduced the report and provided an overview of the application. Planning permission was sought for the demolition and replacement of existing club house. Resurfacing of existing access road and provision of 23 new hard surfaced car parking spaces (including two disabled bays). Officers made a recommendation for approval.

The officer’s recommendation was moved, seconded, and when put to a vote, unanimously agreed.

RESOLVED: That the application be approved.