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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMITTEE HELD ON TUESDAY 4TH DECEMBER 2007
PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE MINUTES HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED AS A CORRECT RECORD AND MAY BE SUBJECT TO AMENDMENT
MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMITTEE HELD ON TUESDAY 4TH DECEMBER 2007 AT 2.00 P.M. IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER, TOWN HALL, 9 DEVON SQUARE, NEWTON ABBOT
PRESENT Councillor D. Howe (Chairman) Presiding
Councillor D. Corney-Walker (Vice-Chairman)
Councillors H L J Cole
Mrs G Gaskell
Mrs S Maddicott
K A Smith
A D Vizor
Mrs D. Watts
Councillor K Purchase attended.
In attendance:
Rebecca Miller - Planning Officer, Teignbridge District Council
Carlo Josi - Planning Officer, Teignbridge District Council
Eric Collar – Tree Warden
Cliff Jones – Civic Society
John Balment – Mid Devon advertiser
Shaun Hocking – Midas Homes Ltd
Lee Cawse - Midas Homes Ltd
Billy Hughes – Hydrock Consulting
299. APOLOGIES
Apologies for absence were received on behalf of Councillor R. Leeper.
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300. ITEM FOR CONSULTATION FOR MAJOR APPLICATION IN NEIGHBOURING PARISH - 07/04786/MAJ - LAND OFF REYNELL ROAD, OGWELL
The Chairman welcomed Mr Shaun Hocking and Mr Lee Cawse of the Midas Homes and Mr Billy Hughes – Hydrock Consulting to the meeting to make a presentation on the above application. He explained that the application, for the erection of 193 dwellings and one shop with associated public open space, children’s play area, nature reserve and ancillary works for Midas Homes - reserved matters application for Outline application granted 3/5/05 - was in the Ogwell Parish but was adjacent to the Newton Abbot parish boundary. The developer and representative had therefore been invited to present the application on the basis of any possible flooding and traffic implications for Newton Abbot.
Mr Billy Hughes outlined the application to the Committee and explained that the company was well aware of the historic flooding issues of the area. It had been required in its design to meet the Environment Agency’s requirements to deal with a 100 year storm situation. It proposed to meet this requirement by using SUDS (Sustainable Urban Drainage Strategy) and had considered two alternatives:-
i. Soakaways into deep pits – the option was not available in this instance under Building regulations due to the steepness of the site;
ii. Holding tanks – tank storage using outflow limiters and small ponds with reed beds to control water quality.
Mr Hughes concluded his presentation on the flooding issues by explaining that the proposed measures would result in a neutral situation to that which existed currently.
Members raised issues and questions with the representatives, including the following:-
• Grey water recycling – the company was to ensure there were dual flushing wc’s and water butts provided at each unit as grey water recycling was an expensive and unsustainable option for the householders to ultimately inherit due to the maintenance costs;
• The use of permeable materials to limit run-off;
• Increased run-off caused by householders paving over garden areas – it was noted it was possible to limit the occurrences through planning conditions;
• Positioning and maintenance of tanks – garden or private areas;
• The problem of locating tanks due to the presence of rock strata in the area;
Mr Hughes then presented to the meeting the proposals for traffic management both during construction and once the development was completed. It was explained that there would be only one access/egress being off Reynell Road but there would be an emergency only access from Denbury Road which could also be used during construction. It was also explained that there were conditions within the Section 106 Agreement that contributed to issues such as education, a bus service and a travel plan. The company proposed to provide each householder with a voucher for £50 towards the purchase of a bicycle and a booklet on use of the Internet for shopping.
Members raised issues and questions with the representatives on transport issues, including the following:-
• The Highway Authority had failed to deal with traffic issues in Newton Abbot;
• The use of the emergency access by construction traffic might set a precedent for the future;
• Contribution to creation of cycleways;
• The local primary schools were full, therefore, where would the additional children be schooled?
• Provision of vouchers to purchase computers to facilitate Internet shopping;
• The requirement of a traffic management plan due to the narrowness of Reynell Road.
The Chairman thanked the representatives for their presentation, whereupon they left the meeting.
Arising from consideration of the presentation the Committee agreed that the Planning Authority be informed of the following comments:-
(a) Traffic - It was imperative for a traffic management plan to be submitted and approved prior to commencement of the development; a cycleways contribution should be requested; and properties should be provided with cycle storage;
(b) Flooding – The Planning Authority should ensure that within reserved matters the ability to cover over land on the development is removed to ensure the minimum of rainwater run-off.
301. MINUTES
The Minutes of the Meeting of the Planning Committee held on 13th November 2007 were received and signed as a correct record, subject to the following:-
Minute 277 – Correspondence - Ben Stedham’s Wood - Diversion of Footpath No. 39
In the second paragraph the following be inserted after the fifth sentence:-
“Councillor Corney-Walker referred to the map and explained the difference between the walked route, the historic route and the proposed diversion.”
302. INTERESTS
Councillor Mrs D Watts gave notice of her intention to declare an interest in application No.07/04794/FUL - Newton Abbot Community Centre, Kingsteignton Road, Newton Abbot.
303. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Nil.
304. DEVON COUNTY COUNCIL APPLICATIONS
Nil.
305. PLANNING APPLICATIONS AT VARIANCE WITH TOWN COUNCIL’S OBSERVATIONS
07/03618/FUL – 97 Queensway, Newton Abbot – Conversion and extension to form two dwellings for Mr A. Stickley. The Committee noted a letter from Teignbridge District Council setting out the reasons for granting an application contrary to the Council’s comments.
306. PLANNING APPLICATIONS TO BE CONSIDERED
ITEMS FOR CONSULTATION FOR MAJOR APPLICATION IN NEIGHBOURING PARISHES
1. 07/04786/MAJ - Land off Reynell Road, Ogwell
Erection of 193 dwellings and one shop with associated public open space, children’s play area, nature reserve and ancillary works for Midas Homes.
Reserved matters application for Outline application granted 3/5/05
See minute 300 above.
BRADLEY
2. 07/04771/FUL Rebecca Miller
BRADLEY - 68 Barton Drive Bradley Vale, Newton Abbot
Conservatory to rear for Mr & Mrs Springate
NO OBJECTION
TREE
3. 07/04907/TPO Doug Pratt
BRADLEY - 21 Coombeshead Road, Newton Abbot
Removal of horse chestnut tree for Mr M. Harris
NO OBJECTION SUBJECT TO THE TREE BEING REPLACED ELSEWHERE ON THE SITE
BUCKLAND
4. 07/03448/FUL Rebecca Miller
BUCKLAND - 121 Queensway, Newton Abbot
Construction of off-road parking for Miss J. Belka
NO OBJECTION
5. 07/04268/FUL Tom Wilson
BUCKLAND - 17 Haytor Grove, Newton Abbot
Enlarged replacement decking to rear for Mr J. Shaw
NO OBJECTION
BUSHELL
6. 07/04544/COU Rebecca Miller
BUSHELL - 11 School Road, Newton Abbot
Change of use of dentist surgery to dwelling house including replacement of rear first floor window for Mrs G. Anderson
NO OBJECTION
7. 07/04794/FUL Tom Wilson
BUSHELL - Newton Abbot Community Centre, Kingsteignton Road,
Newton Abbot
Proposed new entrance foyer/exhibition area, additional meeting rooms, new passenger lift and enlargement of parking area for Newton Abbot Community Centre Association
THE COUNCIL WELCOMES THE APPLICATION AND HAS NO OBJECTION
Councillor Mrs D Watts declared a personal and prejudicial interest in the application and left the Chamber during the discussion and voting thereon.
8. 07/04266/COU Rebecca Miller
BUSHELL - Rear of 66 Queen Street, Newton Abbot
Change of use and extension of existing office and store to form four flats for Mr S. Anderson
THE COMMITTEE NOTES THE PROVISION OF A FLOOD RISK ASSESSMENT AND HAS NO OBJECTION
9. 07/04784/FUL Tom Wilson
BUSHELL - 7 Pearl Assurance House, Queen Street, Newton Abbot
Installation of new ATM into existing shopfront and improvements to access for Mr H. Carpenter
NO OBJECTION
10. 07/04577/MAJ Tom Wilson
BUSHELL - Land to North of Jetty marsh Road, Newton Abbot
Approval of details for seventy three residential apartments with associated works for Sanctuary Housing Association
THE COUNCIL IS OF THE OPINION THAT THE TREATMENTS OF THE EXTERNAL FINISHES TO THE DEVEOPMENT ARE UNACCEPTABLE AND THE OVERALL DESIGN FALLS SHORT OF WHAT IS EXPECTED IN AN AREA CLOSE TO A SSSI AND WOODLANDS THEREFORE A ROBUST PLANTING SCHEME IS REQUIRED
11. 07/04987/FUL Tom Wilson
BUSHELL - 31 Brownhills Road, Newton Abbot
2 storey rear extension to form additional accommodation for Mr M. Joyce
NO OBJECTION SUBJECT TO THE REMOVAL OF ANY PERMITTED DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS
12. 07/05025/ADV Rebecca Miller
BUSHELL - 115 – 117 Queen Street, Newton Abbot
Non illuminated fascia sign for 4 Front Recruitment Ltd
NO OBJECTION
13. 07/0536/FUL Rebecca Miller
BUSHELL - 115 – 117 Queen Street, Newton Abbot
Change of use from retail (Use Class A1) to recruitment agency (Use Class B1) for 4 Front Recruitment Ltd
NO OBJECTION
COLLEGE
14. 07/04799/FUL Rebecca Miller
COLLEGE - 24-34 East Street, Newton Abbot
Installation of new ATM and 2 anti-ram bollards for MCR Ltd
NO OBJECTION
15. 07/04620/FUL Rebecca Miller
COLLEGE - Lakeview, 4 South Road, Newton Abbot
Construction of conservatory extension for South West Care Homes
NO OBJECTION
16. 07/05071/LBC Tom Wilson
COLLEGE - 83B Wolborough Street, Newton Abbot
Internal works to enlarge kitchen and bathroom for Mr & Mrs P. Clark
NO OBJECTION
MILBER
17. 07/04812/FUL Rebecca Miller
MILBER - 23 Heath Park, Milber, Newton Abbot
Bay window for Mr & Mrs Thompson
NO OBJECTION
18. 07/04982/FUL Rebecca Miller
MILBER - 31 Twickenham Road, Newton Abbot
Proposed loft conversion to form first floor study and reconstruction of existing garage with rear extension for Mr & Mrs S. Honeywill
NO OBJECTION
19. 07/04875/COU Rebecca Miller
MILBER - 1 Audley Rise, Newton Abbot
Change of use of domestic extension to form a separate dwelling for Mr I Kingwell
ON A MAJORITY DECISION THE COUNCIL OBJECTS ON THE BASIS THE ORIGINAL APPLICATION WAS FOR ANCILLARY USE ONLY WHICH SHOULD BE MAINTAINED
20. 07/04883/FUL Rebecca Miller
MILBER - 5 Newtake Rise, Newton Abbot
Two storey rear extension for A. Kirkbride & H Williamson
NO OBJECTION
TREES
21. 07/05064/TPO Doug Pratt
COLLEGE - Mackrells Almshouses, Wolborough Street, Newton Abbot
Prune 17 Irish Yew trees for Mackrells Charity
NO OBJECTION
Councillors D Corney-Walker and K Smith declared a personal and prejudicial interests in the application and left the Chamber during the discussion and voting thereon.
22. 07/05095/CAN Doug Pratt
Prune 2 Apple and 1 Silver Birch trees for D. Humphreys
10 Forde Park, Newton Abbot
NO OBJECTION
307. CORRESPONDENCE
(a) Letter from Teignbridge District Council – Requesting comments upon the naming of a new housing development at Jetty Marsh, Newton Abbot.
AGREED that Teignbridge District Council be informed that the Council had no objection to the marketing name ‘The Grove’ but would wish to be consulted further on the proposed names for the individual estate roads as ‘The Grove’ was not considered appropriate as an adopted name.
(b) Further to minute 260(9)/10/07 the Committee received a letter from TSP Services Ltd regarding issues with trees at Riverside Works.
AGREED that the Clerk contact Mr Doug Pratt of Teignbridge District Council to obtain advice on possible approaches to the issue of tree roots breaking through the surface of the walkways adjacent to the Town Quay.
(c) Further to minute 226/10/07 the Committee noted a letter from Renown Investments (Holdings) Limited (on behalf of Costain Group plc) regarding the sale of land at Ben Stedham’s Wood.
308. DATE OF NEXT MEETING
It was agreed that the next Meeting of the Planning Committee would be held on Tuesday 8th January 2008 at 2.00 p.m.
Chairman