Agenda and minutes

Members are asked to declare the existence and nature of any Disclosable Pecuniary Interests in respect of any item of business to be considered at the meeting.

No declarations of interest were made by Councillors in items on this Agenda.

The Committee is asked to confirm as a true record the Minutes of the Meeting of the Committee held on the 12 May 2016 (attached) and authorise the Chairman to sign them.

The Minutes of the previous Meeting of the Planning Committee held on the 12 May 2016 were agreed as a true record and signed by the Chairman.

Demolition of existing Comrades Club facility and erection of new four-storey building comprising a 57-bed hotel (Use Class C1) with ancillary restaurant/bar and new Comrades Club facilities.  (Amended drawings received 26 May 2016).

Description

Demolition of existing Club facility and erection of new four-storey building comprising a 57-bed hotel (Use Class C1) with ancillary restaurant/bar and new Comrades Club facilities.

Decision

Planning Permission is PERMITTED subject to the following conditions:

Conditions:

(1)         The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.

Reason: To comply with Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended by Section 51 (1) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004

(2)         Prior to the commencement of any works excluding site preparation works, archaeological investigations, site investigation works (including environmental investigations), works of demolition, ground remediation works and foundation work,  details and samples of the materials to be used for the external surfaces of the development shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Details shall include the render/plaster, bricks, timber sash windows to the hotel and windows and doors to the Club, entrance and delivery doors to the hotel, lead details of the dormer windows, guttering details, slate roof. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.

Reason: To secure a satisfactory appearance in the interests of the visual amenities and character of the locality in accordance with Policy CS5 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM9 and DM10 of the Development Management Policies 2015.

(3)         Prior to the commencement of any works excluding site preparation works, archaeological investigations, site investigation works (including environmental investigations) works of demolition, ground remediation works and foundation work full details, of both hard and soft landscape proposals, including a schedule of landscape maintenance for a minimum period of 5 years, shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. These details shall include areas of paving, SUDS (sustainable urban drainage system), means of enclosure along boundary, parking bay demarcation, external lighting and cycle storage racks, plant stock sizes and species (indigenous) and numbers. The approved landscape scheme (with the exception of planting, seeding and turfing) shall be implemented prior to the occupation of the development hereby approved and thereafter retained.

Reason: To ensure the provision, establishment and maintenance of an appropriate landscape scheme in the interests of the visual amenities of the locality in accordance with Policy CS5 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM5 and DM9 of the Development Management Policies 2015.

(4)         The development shall not be occupied until details, sections and plans of the roof-level plant enclosure have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.

Reason: To secure a satisfactory appearance in the interests of the visual amenities and character of the locality in accordance with Policy CS5 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM9 and DM10 of the Development Management Policies 2015.

(5)         A report is to be submitted to the Local Planning Authority, within 6  ...  view the full minutes text for item 9.

Demolition of existing detached building and erection of 10 new dwellings, vehicular and pedestrian access, parking and secure cycle storage and landscaping.  (Amended drawings received 12 May 2016).

Description

Demolition of existing detached building and erection of 10 new dwellings, vehicular and pedestrian access, parking and secure cycle storage and landscaping.

Decision

Planning permission is PERMITTED subject to the following conditions:

Conditions:

(1)         The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.

Reason: To comply with Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended by Section 51 (1) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004.

(2)         Prior to the commencement of development, details and samples of the external materials to be used for the development shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority.  The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.

Reason: To secure a satisfactory appearance in the interests of the visual amenities and character of the locality in accordance with Policy CS5 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM9 and DM10 of the Development Management Policies 2015.

(3)         No development shall take place until full details, of both hard and soft landscape proposals, including a schedule of landscape maintenance for a minimum period of 5 years, have been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. The approved landscape scheme (with the exception of planting, seeding and turfing) shall be implemented prior to the occupation of the development hereby approved and thereafter retained.

Reason: To ensure the provision, establishment and maintenance of an appropriate landscape scheme in the interests of the visual amenities of the locality in accordance with Policy CS5 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM5 and DM9 of the Development Management Policies 2015.

(4)         The development works including ground preparation, demolition and construction; shall be carried out in strict accordance with the submitted Arboricultural Method Statement Ar/3450AMS/rg [AMS] (dated 4th May, 2016). No equipment, machinery or materials shall be brought onto the site for the purposes of the development until fencing has been erected in accordance with the Tree Protection Plan. Within any area fenced in accordance with this condition, nothing shall be stored, placed or disposed of above or below ground, the ground level shall not be altered, no excavations shall be made, nor shall any fires be lit, without the prior written consent of the local planning authority. The fencing shall be maintained in accordance with the approved details, until all equipment, machinery and surplus materials have been moved from the site.

Reason: To protect the trees on site which are to be retained in the interests of the visual amenities of the locality in accordance with Policy CS5 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM5 and DM9 of the Development Management Policies 2015.

(5)         No development shall take place until details of the foundation design, piling configuration, drainage and services and all new groundworks have been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. The works shall be carried out in strict accordance  ...  view the full minutes text for item 10.

Erection of a single-storey rear extension

Description

Erection of single –storey rear extension

Decision

Planning permission is PERMITTED subject to the following conditions:

Conditions:

(1)         The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.

Reason: To comply with Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended by Section 51 (1) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004.

(2)         The external finishes of the development hereby permitted, including making good the retained fabric, shall match in material, colour, size, style, bonding, texture and profile those of the existing building and canopy.

Reason: To secure a satisfactory appearance in the interests of the visual amenities of the area in accordance with Policy CS5 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM9 and DM10 of the Development Management Policies Document 2015.

(3)         The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans: Drawing Numbers HC314/110, HC314/210, HC314/240 and HC314/310.

Reason: For the avoidance of doubt and to ensure that the development is carried out in accordance with the approved plans to comply with Policy CS5 of the Core Strategy (2007).

(4)         Prior to the first occupation of the development hereby approved, full details of soft landscaping along the rear boundary of the site, including a schedule of landscape maintenance for a minimum period of 5 years, shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. The approved landscape scheme shall be implemented prior to the occupation of the development hereby approved and thereafter retained.

Reason: In interests of the visual amenities of the locality in accordance with Policy CS5 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM5 and DM9 of the Development Management Policies 2015.

Informatives:

(1)         The Council confirms that in assessing this planning application it has worked with the applicant in a positive and proactive way, in line with the requirements of paragraph 186-187 of the National Planning Policy Framework 2012.

(2)         If you need any advice regarding Building Regulations please do not hesitate to contact Epsom & Ewell Borough Council Building Control on 01372 732000 or contactus@epsom-ewell.gov.uk

(3)         The species which are considered appropriate in order to discharge Condition 4 are as follows: A mixed native hedge containing Viburnum opulus, Viburnum lantana, Crataegus monogyna, Cornus sanguinea and Euonymus europaeus planted as 1+1 transplants 90cm height. This could be supplemented by feathered evergreen trees/shrubs for example Pittosporum tenuifolium and Ilex aquifolim 1.5m tall.

The Committee noted a verbal representation from Councillor Alex Clarke.  Letters of representation from local residents were published on the Council’s website and made available to the public and members of the Committee in advance of the meeting.

Erection of single-storey rear extension

Description

Erection of single-storey rear extension

Decision

Planning permission is PERMITTED subject to the following conditions:

Conditions:

(1)         The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.

Reason: To comply with Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended by Section 51 (1) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004.

(2)         The external finishes of the development hereby permitted, including making good the retained fabric, shall match in material, colour, size, style, bonding, texture and profile those of the existing building and canopy.

Reason: To secure a satisfactory appearance in the interests of the visual amenities of the area in accordance with Policy CS5 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM9 and DM10 of the Development Management Policies Document 2015.

(3)         The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans: Drawing Numbers HC314/120, HC314/220, HC314/250 and HC314/320.

Reason: For the avoidance of doubt and to ensure that the development is carried out in accordance with the approved plans to comply with Policy CS5 of the Core Strategy (2007).

(4)         Prior to the first occupation of the development hereby approved, full details of soft landscaping along the rear boundary of the site, including a schedule of landscape maintenance for a minimum period of 5 years, shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. The approved landscape scheme shall be implemented prior to the occupation of the development hereby approved and thereafter retained.

Reason: In interests of the visual amenities of the locality in accordance with Policy CS5 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM5 and DM9 of the Development Management Policies 2015.

Informatives:

(1)         The Council confirms that in assessing this planning application it has worked with the applicant in a positive and proactive way, in line with the requirements of paragraph 186-187 of the National Planning Policy Framework 2012.

(2)         If you need any advice regarding Building Regulations please do not hesitate to contact Epsom & Ewell Borough Council Building Control on 01372 732000 or contactus@epsom-ewell.gov.uk

(3)         The species which are considered appropriate in order to discharge Condition 4 are as follows: A mixed native hedge containing Viburnum opulus, Viburnum lantana, Crataegus monogyna, Cornus sanguinea and Euonymus europaeus planted as 1+1 transplants 90cm height. This could be supplemented by feathered evergreen trees/shrubs for example Pittosporum tenuifolium and Ilex aquifolim 1.5m tall.

The Committee noted a verbal representation from Councillor Alex Clarke.  Letters of representation from local residents were published on the Council’s website and made available to the public and members of the Committee in advance of the meeting.

Erection of single-storey rear extension

Description

Erection of single-storey rear extension

Decision

Planning permission is PERMITTED subject to the following conditions:

Conditions:

(1)         The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.

Reason: To comply with Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended by Section 51 (1) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004.

(2)         The external finishes of the development hereby permitted, including making good the retained fabric, shall match in material, colour, size, style, bonding, texture and profile those of the existing building and canopy.

Reason: To secure a satisfactory appearance in the interests of the visual amenities of the area in accordance with Policy CS5 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM9 and DM10 of the Development Management Policies Document 2015.

(3)         The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans: Drawing Numbers HC314/130, HC314/230, HC314/260 and HC314/330.

Reason: For the avoidance of doubt and to ensure that the development is carried out in accordance with the approved plans to comply with Policy CS5 of the Core Strategy (2007).

(4)         Prior to the first occupation of the development hereby approved, full details of soft landscaping along the rear boundary of the site, including a schedule of landscape maintenance for a minimum period of 5 years, shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. The approved landscape scheme shall be implemented prior to the occupation of the development hereby approved and thereafter retained.

Reason: In interests of the visual amenities of the locality in accordance with Policy CS5 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM5 and DM9 of the Development Management Policies 2015.

Informatives:

(1)         The Council confirms that in assessing this planning application it has worked with the applicant in a positive and proactive way, in line with the requirements of paragraph 186-187 of the National Planning Policy Framework 2012.

(2)         If you need any advice regarding Building Regulations please do not hesitate to contact Epsom & Ewell Borough Council Building Control on 01372 732000 or contactus@epsom-ewell.gov.uk

(3)         The species which are considered appropriate in order to discharge Condition 4 are as follows: A mixed native hedge containing Viburnum opulus, Viburnum lantana, Crataegus monogyna, Cornus sanguinea and Euonymus europaeus planted as 1+1 transplants 90cm height. This could be supplemented by feathered evergreen trees/shrubs for example Pittosporum tenuifolium and Ilex aquifolim 1.5m tall.

The Committee noted a verbal representation from Councillor Alex Clarke.  Letters of representation from local residents were published on the Council’s website and made available to the public and members of the Committee in advance of the meeting.

Conversion and extension of existing office building with additional floor of accommodation above the southern wing and the erection of a new single storey extension on the northern elevation to provide 8x2 bed and 4x1 bed residential flats together with a revised parking layout and external amenity space (as amended).

Description

Conversion and extension of existing office building with additional floor of accommodation above the southern wing and the erection of a new single storey extension on the northern elevation to provide 8 x 2 bed and 4 x 1 bed residential flats together with a revised parking layout and external amenity space.

Decision

Planning permission is PERMITTED subject to the following conditions:

Conditions:

(1)         The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.

Reason: To comply with Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended by Section 51 (1) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004.

(2)         Prior to the commencement of development, details and samples shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority of the materials to be used for the external  surfaces of the development including all making good works, demonstrating that the finishing materials match those of the existing building/structure in size, colour, texture, profile, finish, bonding and pointing. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.

Reason: To safeguard the special architectural and historic interest of the listed building / In the interest of the character and appearance of the conservation area  in accordance with Policy CS5 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM8, DM9 and DM10 of the Development Management Policies 2015.

(3)         The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans: Drawing Numbers P101Rev E, P102 Rev E, P110 Rev D, P111 Rev D, P112 Rev D, P113 Rev B, D110 Rev C, D111 Rev C, D112 Rev C, D113 Rev B

Reason: For the avoidance of doubt and to ensure that the development is carried out in accordance with the approved plans to comply with Policy CS5 of the Core Strategy (2007).

(4)         The development hereby approved shall not be occupied until space has been laid out within the site in accordance with the approved plans P101 Rev E and P110 Rev D for vehicles and cycles to park and turning areas provided to enable vehicles to enter and leave the site in forward gear. The parking and turning areas shall be permanently retained exclusively for their designated purpose.

Reason: To ensure that the development does not prejudice highway safety or cause inconvenience to other highway users in accordance with Policy CS16 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM35 and DM37 of the Development Management Policies 2015.

(5)         The windows in the north elevation of the annexe and south elevation of  Ashley House hereby permitted and as shown on Drawing nos SK40-SK43 dated 06.06.16 shall be glazed with obscure glass of no less than obscurity level 3 and permanently fixed shut, unless the parts of the windows which can be opened are more than 1.7 metres above the floor of the room in which window is installed and shall thereafter be permanently retained as such.

Reason  ...  view the full minutes text for item 14.

This application is a Listed Building Application and accompanies the associated major application 15/01532/FUL

Description

Listed building application that accompanies the associated major application 15/01532/FUL.

Decision

The application is PERMITTED subject to the following conditions:

Conditions:

(1)         The works hereby granted shall be commenced before the expiration of three years from the date of this consent.

Reason: To comply with Section 18 (1) (a) of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 as amended by Section 52 (4) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004.

(2)         Prior to the commencement of development, details and samples shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority of the materials to be used for the external  surfaces of the development including all making good works, demonstrating that the finishing materials match those of the existing building/structure in size, colour, texture, profile, finish, bonding and pointing. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.

Reason: To safeguard the special architectural and historic interest of the listed building / In the interest of the character and appearance of the conservation area  in accordance with Policy CS5 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM8, DM9 and DM10 of the Development Management Policies 2015.

(3)         No work shall take place until detailed drawings and/or samples of all new internal and external joinery details including windows (depth of reveal, method of opening, details of heads, cills and lintels), doors frames (architraves, linings, mouldings and beading), staircases (including balusters, newel posts and handrails); beading and skirting boards have been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. The submitted details of sample elevations shall be at a scale of not less than 1:20, and horizontal/vertical frame sections (including sections through glazing bars) at a scale of not less than 1:2. The works shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.

Reason: To safeguard the special architectural and historic interest of the listed building in accordance with Policy CS5 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM8, DM9 and DM10 of the Development Management Policies 2015.

(4)         Prior to the commencement of development, details of new fire or acoustic interventions, secondary glazing (if required) and new pipework and extraction fans shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.

Reason: To safeguard the special architectural and historic interest of the listed building / In the interest of the character and appearance of the conservation area in accordance with Policy CS5 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM8, DM9 and DM10 of the Development Management Policies 2015.

(5)         The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans: Drawing Numbers P101Rev E, P102 Rev E, P110 Rev D, P111 Rev D, P112 Rev D, P113 Rev B, D110 Rev C, D111 Rev C, D112 Rev C, D113 Rev B

Reason: For the avoidance of doubt and to ensure that the development  ...  view the full minutes text for item 15.

Members are asked to put forward any applications which it is considered warrant a site visit.

The Committee reviewed and considered site vists and decided that a visit should be held at the appropriate time in connection with the following applications:

·                     The Roveries, 59-63 Cox Lane, West Ewell, KT19 9NR Ref: 15/01464/FUL

·                     27 Links Road, Epsom, KT17 3PP Ref: 15/00801/FUL