11 10 2005

The Mayor (Councillor Burgess)(ex-officio), Chairman of Policy and Organisation Board (Councillor Hook)(ex-officio), Councillors Allen, Carr (P), Mrs Champion, Clinton (P), Davis, Farr (P), Foster (P), Smith, Taylor (P) and Train (P).

 

 

It was reported that, in accordance with Standing Orders, Councillor Hayward had been nominated to replace Councillor Mrs Champion, Councillor Edwards had been nominated to replace Councillor Allen and Councillor Rigg had been nominated to replace Councillor Smith for this meeting.

 

 

 

 

Apologies for inability to attend the meeting were received from Councillors Allen, Burgess, Mrs Champion, Davis, Hook and Smith.

 

 

 

 

Councillor Taylor declared a personal and prejudicial interest in Agenda Item 7/03 (Royal Clarence Yard) and it was agreed that, in the absence of the Vice Chairman, Councillor Allen, Councillor Hayward would take the Chair for this item.

 

 

 

 

RESOLVED:  That the Minutes of the Regulatory Board meeting held on 13 September be approved and signed by the Chairman as a true and correct record.

 

 

 

 

It was reported that no deputations had been received.

 

 

 

 

It was reported that no public questions had been received.

 

 

 

 

Consideration was given to a report of the Regulatory Services Manager (a copy of which is attached in the Minute Book as Appendix ‘A’).  The purpose of the report was to set out the background to the Best Value Performance Indicators relating to speed of determining planning and other applications; performance against government and local targets in relation to applications; and performance in resolving complaints relating to possible breaches of planning control.

 

 

The Board congratulated Officers on their performance for the last quarter. 

 

RESOLVED:  That Development Control performance 01.04.05 – 30.06.05 be noted by the Board.

 

 

 

The Regulatory Services Manager submitted a report on applications received for planning consent setting out the recommendation in each case (a copy of which is attached in the Minute Book as Appendix ‘B’).

 

 

RESOLVED:  That the decisions be taken on each application for planning consent as detailed below:

 

 

 

Land To Rear Of 12 Station Road  Gosport  Hampshire   

 

 

This item was withdrawn prior to the meeting.

 

 

 

 

 

Members were informed that a letter had been received from the agent for the applicant advising that the proposed use of the site would generate 24 full and part time jobs, which was comparable to the number of jobs likely to be generated by a Class B1 office use occupying the same floor area.

 

 

Members welcomed the application and agreed that the proposed use would enhance the attractiveness of the office park to other prospective businesses and make a positive contribution to employment generation in the Borough.

 

 

RESOLVED:  That planning application K16909/1 – 5 – 8 A Oaklands Office Park  Aerodrome Road  Gosport  Hampshire be approved subject to the conditions set out in the report of the Regulatory Services Manager, for the following reason:

 

 

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That having regard to the provisions of Section 38(6) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004 and all other material considerations, the proposal is acceptable in this location in land use terms and will not be harmful to the economic vitality and viability of Frater Gate and the Borough of Gosport.  As such the development complies with Policies BE1, EMP1, EMP5, T6 and RL5 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan and Policies R/DP1, R/EMP1, R/EMP3, R/T2 and R/S2 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan Review.

 

 

 

The Granary/Bakery  Royal Clarence Yard  Weevil Lane  Gosport   

 

 

 

 

Members were informed that a response had been received from the Building Control Manager and the Fire Brigade and there were no adverse comments on the scheme.  It was also confirmed that the use of this part of the building as offices had been granted planning permission but that Listed Building Consent was required for internal alterations.

 

 

Members welcomed the news that Clipper Ventures were to take up office space in this building.

 

 

RESOLVED:  That Listed Building application K16416/5 – The Granary/Bakery  Royal Clarence Yard  Weevil Lane  Gosport  Hampshire be approved subject to the condition set out in the report of the Regulatory Services Manager, for the following reason:

 

 

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That having regard to Section 38(6) of the Planning and Compensation Act and any other material considerations, the proposed works are sympathetic to the historic fabric and architectural features of the building and as such comply with Policies BE12 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan and R/BH3 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan Review.

 

 

 

Highway Verge At Heritage Way Gosport Hampshire

 

 

Members were informed that a 34-signature petition had been received citing health and safety concerns.  An ICNIRP Certificate had been received in relation to this mast and siting and appearance were the only issues for consideration by the Board. 

 

 

Councillor Farr wished it to be recorded that he abstained from voting on this item.

 

 

RESOLVED:  That planning application K17003 – Highway Verge at Heritage Way  Gosport  Hampshire be approved subject to the conditions set out in the report of the Regulatory Services Manager, for the following reason:

 

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That having regard to the provisions of Section 38(6) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004 and all other material considerations, the development as proposed is acceptable in this location and as such complies with Policies BE1, BE9 and CF8 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan and Policies R/DP1, R/BH1 and R/ENV9 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan Review.

 

 

Land To Rear Of 11 - 23 The Crossways  Gosport  Hampshire     

 

 

Members considered that the provision of security gates would reduce crime in the area.

 

 

RESOLVED:  That planning application K17005 – Land To Rear of 11 – 23 The Crossways   Gosport Hampshire be approved subject to the conditions set out in the report of the Regulatory Services Manager, for the following reason:

 

 

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That having regard to the provisions of Section 38(6) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004 and all other material considerations, the development as proposed is acceptable in this location and as such complies with Policy BE1 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan and Policy R/DP1 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan Review.

 

 

 

Jacobs Well Church  Layton Road  Gosport     

 

 

Members were informed that the Property Manager had no objections to the proposal and had confirmed that the Lease on the site was due to expire in 2011. 

 

 

Members agreed that the site was well looked after.

 

 

RESOLVED:  That planning application K6701/5 – Jacobs Well Church  Layton Road  Gosport  Hampshire be approved subject to the conditions set out in the report of the Regulatory Services Manager, for the following reason:

 

 

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That having regard to the provisions of Section 38(6) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004 and all other material considerations, the development as proposed, by reason of its location and design would not have a detrimental impact on the neighbouring properties or the visual amenities of the area.  As such, the proposal complies with Policies BE1 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan and R/DP1 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan Review.

 

 

 

 

 

Members considered the positioning of the sign on the pitched roof and its visibility from different approaches to the building.  The officer confirmed that the standard conditions attached to Advertisement Consents required such signs to be maintained in good condition. 

 

 

RESOLVED:  That advert consent application KA1363 – Adventure Golf Facility  Tennis Courts  Stokes Bay Road  Gosport  Hampshire be approved subject to the conditions set out in the report of the Regulatory Services Manager, for the following reason:

 

 

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That having regard to the provisions of Section 38(6) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004, Section 4 of the Town and Country Planning (Control of Advertisements) Regulations 1992 (as amended) and all other material considerations, the proposed sign will not have any detrimental impact on the appearance of the building or issues of highway safety. As such the proposal complies with Policy BE5 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan and Policy R/DP9 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan Review.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Members were informed that Instore had appealed against the decision not to allow an internally illuminated sign on the front of 8 The High Street  Gosport.  The Inspector had allowed the appeal on the grounds that it was located on a modern building and only occupied a small section of the overall fascia.  It was therefore considered that the sign was not harmful to the amenities of the area.