Agenda and minutes

To Appoint a Chairman to the meeting.

RESOLVED that Cllr D Patrick be appointed as Chairman for the meeting.

To receive and record apologies for absence.

Apologies for absence were received from Cllr D Keast

To approve the minutes of the Development Management Committee held on  2 February 2017

RESOLVED that the minutes from the last meeting of the Development Management Committee, held on the 2 February 2017, be approved as a correct record and signed by the Chairman.

There were no matters arising.

To receive the minutes of the Site Viewing Working Party held on 9 March 2017

The Minutes of the Site Viewing Working Party held on the 9 March 2017 were received by the committee.

To receive and record declarations of interests from members present in respect of the various matters on the agenda for this meeting.

The were no declarations of interest from members present relating to matters on the agenda.

The Chairman to report the outcome of meetings attended or other information arising since the last meeting of the Committee.

The Chairman advised members that the Planning E-Learning for Councillors was live and encouraged them to complete the courses available as soon as possible.

Members were also asked to provide feedback on the updated Development Management Committee procedure to the Democratic Services Team Leader.

The Committee are invited to consider any matters they wish to recommend for site viewing or deferment.

There were no matters considered for site viewing of deferement.

To receive requests to make a deputation to Committee.

The following deputation requests were noted by the Committee:

(1)  Mrs C Trafford (objector) – APP/17/00101 – 20 Summerhill Road, Waterlooville PO8 8XE

(2)  Mrs V Wallace-Jones (applicant) – APP/17/00101 – 20Summerhill Road, Waterlooville PO8 8XE

(3)  Cllr D Keast (Ward Councillor) – APP/17/00101 – 20 Summerhill Road, Waterlooville PO8 8XE

(4)  Mr R Wood (supporter) – APP/17/00070 – Front Lawn Recreation ground, Somborne Road, Havant

Proposal: First floor side extension.

Associated documents:

http://tinyurl.com/zyuxmvh

(The Site was viewed by the Site Viewing Working Party).

The Committee considered the written report and recommendation from the Head of Planning Services to grant permission.

The Committee was addressed by the following deputees:

(1)  Mrs C Trafford who objected to the proposal for the following reasons:

a.     Whilst not against planning and development in principle, the proposal would result in a significant detrimental impact upon the view and amount of natural light available to the western frontage of the neighbouring property

b.    The proposal was unsympathetic to the street scene due to its height and bulk

c.    The proposal would have a significant detrimental impact to the amenities of the neighbouring property.

(2)  Mrs Wallace-Jones, who supported the proposal for the following reasons:

d.    The design was sympathetic to the character of the area and the street scene

e.    The proposal was necessary to safely meet the specific physical needs of those living in the property

f.     The proposal had no impact upon the amenities to the rear of the neighbouring property

g.    The loss of light had been calculated to be between 3-6% and the light reflecting silicone render that was proposed to be used would mitigate any loss of light to the neighbouring property.

(3)  Cllr D Keast, who objected to the proposal for the following reasons:

h.    The proposal would result in a 14ft high frontage facing the neighbouring property which would be both oppressive and depressive

i.      The proposal would have a significant detrimental impact on the natural light available to the kitchen and courtyard of the neighbouring property

j.      The proposal was incongruous to the character of the area due to its height and bulk

k.    The impact on the neighbouring property was subjective and could not be readily quantified

l.      The design and access statement referred to in the officer’s report was not wholly accurate

m.   The proposed development would result in excessive building bulk adjacent to an existing residential property, detrimental to the visual outlook and amenities of the occupier of this property. The proposal would therefore be contrary to CS16 of the Havant Borough Core Strategy 2011 which forms part of the Local Development Framework and Planning Policy Statement 1.

In response to questions raised by the committee officers advised that:

·         The amount of light loss had not been accurately calculated by officers and the validity of the calculation made by the deputee could not be ascertained.

·         The proposed render that had been specified would have a significant positive impact upon mitigating light loss to the neighbouring property.

The Committee discussed the application together with the views raised by the deputies.

Members of the Committee raised concerns over the level of light loss caused by the proposal on the neighbouring property. Members also discussed the effect on the street scene, the character of the area and the design of the proposal. Some members were concerned about the excessive impact  on the outlook from, and light available to, the adjacent residential  ...  view the full minutes text for item 104.

Proposal:             Variation of Condition 7 of Planning Permission APP/15/01162 relating to car parking provision.

Associated documents:

http://tinyurl.com/jac68vy

The Committee considered the written report and the recommendation from the Head of Planning Services to grant permission.

The Committee was addressed by the following deputee:

(1)  Mr R Wood, who support the application for the following reasons:

a.    The proposal would meet the needs of the community and provide improved sport, health and social provision. The existing facilities didn’t meet current standards and are not fit for purpose for user groups.

b.    Growing the provision of activities and facilities on site would mean an increase in the number of users and therefore there would be a requirement for the parking provision to be increased.

c.    The site ground would remain a public open space and would therefore benefit other users including dog walkers and recreational activities.

d.    The new proposed car park would provide double the current number of parking spaces for users.

e.    Engagement with community groups outlined that there is a specific need for these improved facilities in the Leigh Park area.

In response to questions raised by the committee, officers advised that:

·         The dimensions for the car parking spaces were in line with standard sizing.

·         Any increase in parking facilities could be introduced on a phased basis.

Members discussed the application together with views raised by the deputy. Members noted that the proposal for a phased introduction to increased car parking would be of benefit to the proposal on a whole. It was therefore

RESOLVED that that the Head of Planning be authorised to grant permission for application APP/17/00070 subject to the following conditions:

1          The development must be begun by 18 December 2018.

Reason: To comply with the requirements of Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004 and taking into account the time period given from the original planning permission.

2          The floodlights hereby permitted shall not be remain illuminated after hours 21:30 hours.

Reason: To protect the amenities of nearby residential properties and having due regard to policy DM10 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.

3          The two MUGAs and cage cricket hereby permitted shall not be constructed other than substantially in accordance with Sport England Design Guide, Artificial Surfaces for Outdoor Sports 2013. Particular attention is drawn to the need for appropriate fencing and surfacing.

Reason: To ensure the development is fit for purpose and sustainable and having due regard to policy DM1 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.

4          Before the 3G Artificial Grass Pitch is brought into use, a Management and Maintenance Scheme for the facility including management responsibilities, a maintenance schedule and a mechanism for review shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority (after consultation with Sport England). The Scheme shall include measures to ensure the replacement of the Artificial Grass Pitch within a specified period. The measures set  ...  view the full minutes text for item 105.

To consider the nomination of Chairman for the next meeting of the Development Management Committee in accordance with the rota.

RESOLVED that Cllr D Keast be nominated as Chairman for the next meeting of the Development Management Committee.