Agenda item

Epsom Clock tower brickwork restoration work to include securing loose brick, taking off any loose work and re-bedding incorporating stainless steel reinforcing bars as bed reinforcement where necessary.  In addition the works will include the treatment of the asphalt roofing and minor repairs in several locations.  Two number of dome windows in total will be replaced, one in each unit.

Description

Epsom Clock tower brickwork restoration work to include securing loose brick, taking off any loose work and re-bedding incorporating stainless steel reinforcing bars as bed reinforcement where necessary.  In addition the works will include the treatment of the asphalt roofing and minor repairs in several locations.  Two number of dome windows in total will be replaced, one in each unit.

Decision

Restoration works are PERMITTED, subject to the following conditions:

Conditions:

(1)            The development hereby permitted shall be commenced within 3 years from the date of this decision.

Reason: In order to comply with Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act, 1990.  (As amended)

(2)            The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans:

ECTBR – 001 Rev.A Epsom Clock Tower Front Elevation

ECTBR – 002 Rev.A Epsom Clock Tower Right Elevation

ECTBR – 003 Rev.A Epsom Clock Tower Back Elevation

ECTBR – 004 Rev.A Epsom Clock Tower Left Elevation

Site Plan

Design and Access Statement

Epsom Clock Tower Brickwork & Roof Defect Detailing Report

Reason: For avoidance of doubt and in the interests of proper planning. as required by Policy CS5 of the Core Strategy 2007.

(3)            Sample bricks shall be submitted for approval by the local planning authority which shall closely match those used on the original parts of the building.

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.

Reason for pre commencement: In the interests of the avoidance that works would result in any harm to the Grade II listed building.

(4)            Prior to commencement of works a sample panel of brickwork must be prepared on site with bricks and pointing to match the original parts of the building to be approved by the local planning authority. The sample panel must be retained accessible until the completion of the works. Work must be carried out in accordance with that approved sample.

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.

Reason for pre commencement: In the interests of the avoidance that works would result in any harm to the Grade II listed building.

(5)            Prior to commencement of roof works, detailed specifications with section drawings illustrating junctions with brickwork around the run off and flashing details shown in section shall be submitted for approval to the local planning authority before works commence.

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.

Reason for pre commencement: In the interests of the avoidance that works would result in any harm to the Grade II listed building.

(6)            Prior to commencement of works a method statement for the repair and refurbishment of all iron windows shall be submitted to and approved by the local planning authority. No work shall be carried out other those in accordance with those approved specifications.

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.

Reason for pre commencement: In the interests of the avoidance that works would result in any harm to the Grade II listed building.

(7)            Existing bricks, when removed must be set aside in a secure location and must be selected in agreement with the local planning authority to identify those suited for reuse or disposal.

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.

Informatives:

(1)            In dealing with the application the Council has implemented the requirement in the National Planning Policy Framework to work with the applicant in a positive and proactive way.  We have made available detailed advice in the form or our statutory policies in the Core Strategy, Supplementary Planning Documents, Planning Briefs and other informal written guidance, as well as offering a full pre-application advice service, in order to ensure that the applicant has been given every opportunity to submit an application which is likely to be considered favourably.

(2)            Your attention is drawn to the need to comply with the relevant provisions of the Building Regulations, the Building Acts and other related legislation.  These cover such works as  - the demolition of existing buildings, the erection of a new building or structure, the extension or alteration to a building, change of use of buildings, installation of services, underpinning works, and fire safety/means of escape works.  Notice of intention to demolish existing buildings must be given to the Council’s Building Control Service at least 6 weeks before work starts.  A completed application form together with detailed plans must be submitted for approval before any building work is commenced.