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Apologies for absence Minutes: Apologies for absence were received from Councillor Henry Higgins with Councillor Darran Davies substituting and from Councillor Gursharan Mand with Councillor Raju Sansarpuri substituting. |
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Declarations of Interest in matters coming before this meeting Minutes: Councillor Darran Davies declared a non-pecuniary interest in agenda item 6 as he had been in discussion with petitioners on the matter. He left the room and did not participate in the discussion or voting on this item.
Ward Councillor Jan Sweeting declared a non-pecuniary interest in agenda items 7 and 8 as she lived in the road in question. |
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To receive the minutes of the previous meeting Minutes: RESOLVED: That the minutes of the meeting dated 12 March 2025 be agreed as an accurate record. |
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Matters that have been notified in advance or urgent Minutes: None. |
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To confirm that the items of business marked Part I will be considered in Public and the items marked Part II will be considered in Private Minutes: It was confirmed that all items on business were marked Part I and would be considered in public. |
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18 & 20 Wilmar Close, Hayes - 67410/APP/2024/2641 Change of use of 2no. outbuildings to granny annexes.
Recommendation: Approval.
Decision: RESOLVED: That a decision on the application be deferred for a Member site visit to consider the proposal. Minutes: Change of use of 2no. outbuildings to granny annexes.
Officers introduced the application which was recommended for approval. Members were informed that there was potential for an appeal on this application hence the Council needed to demonstrate that it had learnt from previous appeal decisions.
A petition in objection to the application had been received. The lead petitioner was in attendance to address the Committee Members. Key points highlighted included:
Members noted that only material considerations could be taken into account.
The agent for the application was also in attendance and addressed the Committee Members. Key points highlighted included:
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44 Frays Avenue, West Drayton - 35220/APP/2024/3046 Demolition and reconstruction of new build family home.
Recommendation: Approval.
Decision: RESOLVED: That the application be approved in accordance with the officer recommendation and subject to the amendments to Condition 4 and the inclusion of a new Condition as detailed in the Addendum Report.
Minutes: Demolition and reconstruction of new build family home.
Officers introduced the application and highlighted the additional information set out in the addendum. It was noted that the application was recommended for approval.
A petition had been received in objection to the application. The lead petitioner was in attendance and addressed the Committee Members on behalf of petitioners. Key points highlighted included:
· The lead petitioner had lived on Fraser Ave, Australia for 55 years. · He represented 32 residents who had signed a petition against the demolition of a two-storey house and the construction of a three-storey house. · The proposed development would negatively impact the Area of Special Local Character and street scene. · The development would result in a three-storey house next to a bungalow, which was not in keeping with the area's character. · The area predominantly consisted of bungalows and two-storey houses with one-metre spaces between boundaries. · There was a concern that new large houses may later be converted into houses of multiple occupation. · Petitioners urged the Council to reject the application for 44 Fraser Ave to preserve the area's special character. · If the application could not be refused, he requested that the decision be deferred, and the site visited to enable Members to see for themselves the area's special character.
In response to Members’ questions, the lead petitioner confirmed that rooflights were being tiled over at some houses along Frays Avenue.
The applicant / agent were not in attendance.
Ward Councillor Jan Sweeting addressed the Committee Members in support of petitioners. Key points highlighted included:
In response to questions from the Committee, the Ward Councillor acknowledged that the area had changed significantly over the last 20 or 30 years. However, it was noted that the local Residents’ Association supported the continuation of the Area of Special Local Character. It was reported that, in recent years, there had ... view the full minutes text for item 38. |
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10 Frays Avenue, West Drayton - 5235/APP/2025/188 Erection of a single storey rear extension, amendments to side extension roof, extension to existing loft conversion including extension of roof to the rear and formation of crown roof, enlargement of rear dormer window, and installation of 2no. side facing roof lights, and addition of render and insulation to external walls.
Recommendation: Approval.
Decision: RESOLVED: That the application be approved in accordance with the officer recommendation. Minutes: Erection of a single storey rear extension, amendments to side extension roof, extension to existing loft conversion including extension of roof to the rear and formation of crown roof, enlargement of rear dormer window, and installation of 2no. side facing roof lights, and addition of render and insulation to external walls.
Officers introduced the application which was recommended for approval.
A petition in objection to the application had been received and the lead petitioner was in attendance to address the Committee Members. Key points highlighted included:
The applicant / agent was not in attendance.
Ward Councillor Jan Sweeting addressed the Committee Members in support of petitioners. Key points highlighted included:
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148 – 154 High Street, Uxbridge - 78696/APP/2024/867 Demolition of existing buildings and construction of a mixed-use development comprising a hotel (Use Class C1), residential co-living accommodation (Class Sui Generis), and commercial floorspace (Use Class E) and ancillary work, including public realm improvements, a new pocket park, basement parking, and associated infrastructure.
Recommendation: Approval subject to s106 legal agreement and Stage 2 Mayor of London referral.
Decision: RESOLVED: That the application be approved in accordance with the officer recommendation and subject to the following:
- Amendments to Conditions 5 and 7 as detailed in the Addendum Report. - Amendment to Condition 2 to include two drawings omitted as advised in the officer’s verbal update. - Stage 2 referral to the Mayor of London - Completion of s106 agreement.
Minutes: Demolition of existing buildings and construction of a mixed-use development comprising a hotel (Use Class C1), residential co-living accommodation (Class Sui Generis), and commercial floorspace (Use Class E) and ancillary work, including public realm improvements, a new pocket park, basement parking, and associated infrastructure.
Officers introduced the application and highlighted the information in the addendum. It was noted that the application was recommended for approval.
Councillors sought clarification about the term "Co living" and its implications. It was explained that it was a recognised accommodation type, purpose-built for rented accommodation, with smaller units than traditional studio apartments.
In response to further questions from Members about the number of Co living units, it was confirmed 320 units were proposed.
Concerns were raised regarding the adequacy of nine parking spaces for potentially over 400 people. Officers explained that the proposal included a small retail element and promoted a car-free development, with parking spaces reserved for disabled residents.
Councillors raised questions about the impact on surrounding areas due to the parking-free scheme and the reduction of retail space. It was clarified that the design of the units aimed to attract longer-term tenants and improve vitality in the town centre.
The Committee questioned the allocation of a sizable contribution to Transport for London and its specific use. It was confirmed that the money would be spent on addressing and improving challenges within the bus garage.
Councillors requested further information on the fire brigade's standard guidance notice and the environmental impact of the development, specifically the absence of solar panels. Officers explained that the internal specialists had raised no objections and conditions were secured to ensure appropriate measures.
Concerns were expressed in relation to the demolition and transportation logistics of the site. It was confirmed that conditions were in place to manage the construction logistics and minimise impact on surrounding businesses and residents.
Councillors supported the development but emphasised the importance of managing transportation schemes effectively. Officers assured that the logistics would be managed appropriately.
Members expressed support for the development, highlighting its benefits.
The officer’s recommendation was moved, seconded and, when put to a vote, unanimously agreed.
RESOLVED: That the application be approved in accordance with the officer’s recommendation and subject to the following:
- Amendments to Conditions 5 and 7 as detailed in the Addendum Report. - Amendment to Condition 2 to include two drawings omitted as advised in the officer’s verbal update. - Stage 2 referral to the Mayor of London - Completion of s106 agreement.
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2nd/ 9th Ruislip Scout Group, 18 St Catherines Road, Ruislip - 6039/APP/2024/3226 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.
Decision: RESOLVED: That the application be approved in accordance with the officer recommendation. Minutes: 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:
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. |