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Apologies for Absence Minutes: Apologies for absence were received from Councillors Ruth Bowman and Louise Marston. |
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Substitutes Minutes: There were no substitutes present at the meeting. |
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To confirm the minutes of the meeting held on 6 September 2017 (copy attached). Minutes: The minutes of the meeting held on 6 September 2017 were unanimously received as a correct record and were signed by the Chairman. |
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Report No: DEV/FH/17/035
Planning Application - 12 no. dwellings with associated access, open space, storage and parking facilities Additional documents:
Minutes: Planning Application - 12 no. dwellings with associated access, open space, storage and parking facilities
This application was referred to the Development Control Committee because it was a Major Development and it was considered to represent a departure from the development plan.
The proposal sought full planning permission for 12 dwellings (3 of which would be affordable), a mix of 2, 3 and 4 bed, single storey and two storey. It formed part of site SA11 (D) within the site allocations local plan document proposed submission version, so is proposed to be allocated for residential development.
The Parish Council supported the scheme and no third party representations have been received.
As set out in Paragraphs 29 – 31 of the report, there were material considerations that carried sufficient weight to indicate that the principle of development as a departure from normal planning policy, in this case, was acceptable. The remaining detail of the development was considered to be acceptable and in compliance with relevant development plan policies and the NPPF.
Accordingly Officers were recommending that the application be conditionally approved, following completion of a Section 106 agreement, and subject to the conditions set out in Paragraph 72 of Report No DEV/FH/17/035.
Members were advised of the history of the site, in that an application for a denser scheme for up to 24 dwellings was approved in March 2016.
The Principal Planning Officer explained that a small area of open space was provided on site, but this would fall short of the SPD policy requirement. Comments had not been received from the Council’s parks team in relation to the onsite provision and whether any off site commuted sum may be required in lieu of any on site shortfall. This, however, could be resolved and secured through the S106 as necessary.
In light of the unresolved open space matter, an amendment to the recommendation was proposed; that Delegated Authority be given to the Assistant Director of Planning and Regulatory Services in consultation with the Chairman of the Development Control Committee to resolve any necessary on and off site open space provision. If the matter was not resolved, it would come back before Members for further consideration.
Furthermore an additional condition was proposed; to secure a landscape management plan.
Councillor David Bowman drew attention to Paragraph 62 of the report which made reference to the site’s catchment school being West Row Community Primary School. Councillor Bowman queried whether this was an error and should be Beck Row Primary Academy. The Principal Planning Officer explained that she was presenting the report on behalf of the Case Officer and she would clarify this matter with him.
Councillor Bowman then moved that the application be approved as per the Officer recommendation and inclusive of the additional recommendation re open space and the additional condition for landscaping, this was duly seconded by Councillor Louis Busuttil.
Upon being put to the vote and with the vote being unanimous, it was resolved that
Decision
Planning permission be GRANTED subject ... view the full minutes text for item 263. |
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Report No: DEV/FH/17/036
Planning Application - 1no. Agricultural storage barn Additional documents:
Minutes: Planning Application - 1no. Agricultural storage barn
This application was referred to the Development Control Committee because the applicant was related to a Forest Heath District Councillor.
Officers were recommending that the application be approved subject to conditions, as set out in Paragraph 18 of Report No DEV/FH/17/036.
The Planning Officer drew attention to Paragraph 4 of the report and the reference therein to the consultation response received from Burnt Fen Internal Drainage Board.
The Officer explained that since the agenda was published the Council had undertaken further discussions with the Drainage Board who did not object to the application as the new discharges from the development would require the prior consent of the Board, in addition to the planning permission. Accordingly, an additional condition was to be added to the recommendation to reflect this.
Councillor Simon Cole moved that the application be approved as per the Officer recommendation, inclusive of the additional condition re the Drainage Board consent, and this was duly seconded by Councillor David Bowman.
Upon being put to the vote and with the vote being unanimous, it was resolved that
Decision
Planning permission be GRANTED subject to the following conditions: 1. 01A Time Limit Detailed 2. 14FP Approved Plans 3. Scheme for the provision and implementation of surface water discharge (including run-off rates) to be submitted and agreed
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Planning Application DC/17/1277/HH - 23 Mill View, Gazeley (Report No: DEV/FH/17/037) PDF 126 KB Report No: DEV/FH/17/037
Householder Planning Application - (i) Construction of new roof to provide space for first floor accommodation (ii) new porch Additional documents:
Minutes: Householder Planning Application - (i) Construction of new roof to provide space for first floor accommodation (ii) new porch
This application was referred to the Development Control Committee in the interest of transparency because the applicant was a staff member.
Officers were recommending that the application be approved subject to conditions, as set out in Paragraph 15 of Report No DEV/FH/17/037.
The Chairman spoke as Ward Member for the application and explained that neither she or the Parish Council had raised objections to the proposal.
Councillor David Bowman moved that the application be approved, as per the Officer recommendation, and this was duly seconded by Councillor Carol Lynch.
Upon being put to the vote and with the vote being unanimous, it was resolved that
Decision
Planning permission be GRANTED subject to the following conditions: 1. 01A Time Limit Detailed 2. 14FP Approved Plans |
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Report No: DEV/FH/17/038
Planning Application - Extension to the existing garage, garden and bin store to form a store and 4 bay open cartlodge Additional documents:
Minutes: Planning Application - Extension to the existing garage, garden and bin store to form a store and 4 bay open cartlodge
This application was referred to the Development Control Committee following consideration by the Delegation Panel, where concerns were raised regarding the legitimate use of the site.
A Member site visit was held prior to the meeting. Officers were recommending that the application be approved subject to conditions, as set out in Paragraph 29 of Report No DEV/FH/17/038.
The Planning Officer explained that Newmarket Town Council had raised objections to the proposal as made reference to in Paragraph 11. Furthermore, since publication of the agenda the Town Council had sent further correspondence to the Planning Authority reiterating their objection.
With regard to the trees that were to be removed to accommodate the scheme, the Case Officer advised Members that they were not in a conservation area or protected in anyway; meaning they could be removed by the owners at any time irrespective of the planning application. Members were also assured that the Council’s Tree Officer had not raised any objections to their removal, subject to the inclusion of a relevant condition.
Councillor David Bowman moved that the application be approved, as per the Officer’s recommendation, and this was duly seconded by Councillor Simon Cole.
Upon being put to the vote and with the vote being unanimous, it was resolved that
Decision
Planning permission be GRANTED subject to the following conditions:
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