16 08 2005

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

 

 

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

 

 

In the absence of Councillor Taylor (Chairman), Councillor Allen (Vice Chairman) assumed the Chair.

 

 

67

APOLOGIES

 

 

Apologies for inability to attend the meeting were received from Councillor Mrs Champion, Councillor Clinton and Councillor Taylor.

 

 

68

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

 

 

Councillor Farr declared a personal and prejudicial interest in item 7/04 (K16925/1 - St Vincent College, Mill Lane, Gosport).  Councillor Allen declared a personal and prejudicial interest in items 7/06 –(K15438/12 – 15 St Thomas Road, Gosport) and 7/07 (K15438/13 – 15 St Thomas Road, Gosport).

 

 

69

MINUTES

 

 

RESOLVED:  That the Minutes of the Regulatory Board meetings held on 19 and 26 July be approved and signed by the Vice Chairman as true and correct records.

 

 

70

DEPUTATIONS

 

 

It was reported that no deputations had been received.

 

 

71

PUBLIC QUESTIONS

 

 

It was reported that no public questions had been received.

PART II

 

 

72

HISTORIC BUILDINGS GRANT OFFER

 

Admiralty Cottage 42 Crescent Road  Gosport

 

This application was withdrawn prior to the meeting.

 

73

REPORTS OF THE REGULATORY SERVICES MANAGER

 

 

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 ‘A’).

 

 

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

 

 

74

K16950 - OUTLINE APPLICATION - ERECTION OF 4NO. TWO STOREY DWELLINGS (as amplified by letter dated 14.06.05)

 

Land Adjacent To 31 Lyndhurst Road   Gosport

 

 

Members were informed that a letter had been received from Mrs Keat, who had addressed the Board at the meeting on 19 July, apologising for her inability to attend the meeting today.

 

 

An informal site visit had taken place that afternoon which had been attended by Councillors Allen, Smith and Foster, Mr and Mrs Baker (the applicants), and Mr Ayles of Latimer and Ayles.

 

 

Members expressed concern at the density of development taking place in available open spaces in the Borough.  However, Members were informed that the density of the proposed development was similar to that of the surrounding area. 

 

 

Members agreed that, although they were not in favour of cramming development, the proposed development on this site complied with the Gosport Borough Local Plan Review.

 

 

RESOLVED: That outline planning application K16950 – Land adjacent to 31 Lyndhurst Road Gosport  Hampshire be approved subject to Section 106 Agreement relating to the payment of a commuted sum towards the provision and/or improvement of outdoor playing space and 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 will not have any significant detrimental impact on the amenities of adjoining and prospective residents or in terms of highway safety. As such the proposal complies with Policies BE1, H5, T6 and RL10 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan and Policies R/DP1, R/T11 and R/OS7 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan Review.

 

 

75

K16510 - REGULATION 3 - OUTLINE APPLICATION FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE ALVER VALLEY FOR RECREATIONAL PURPOSES (as amended by plan and amplified by transport assessment report received 07.06.05)

 

Alver Valley  Sandhill Lane  Lee-on-the-Solent  Hampshire   

 

 

RESOLVED:  That outline planning application K16510 – Alver Valley  Sandhill Lane  Lee-on-the-Solent  Hampshire be approved subject to the conditions set out in the report of the Regulatory Services Manager, for the following reason:

 

 

i.

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 and environmental terms, will not have an unacceptable impact on the highway network and will not be detrimental to the amenities of the surrounding area.  As such the development complies with Policies BE1, T5, CY1, CY3, RL1, RL7, RL8, NC1 and NC2 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan and Policies R/DP1, R/T2, R/CF7, R/OS1, R/OS3, R/OS4, R/OS5, R/OS10 and R/OS11 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan Review.

 

 

76

K15249/5 - CONVERSION OF EXISTING BUILDINGS TO FORM 5NO. DWELLINGS AND ERECTION OF 4 NEW DWELLINGS WITH ASSOCIATED LANDSCAPING, PARKING, FLOOD DEFENCES AND ACCESS ROAD (CONSERVATION AREA)(as amended by plans received 06.06.05, Revised Flood Risk Assessment received 27.05.05 and letter received 15.06.05 and amplified by Tree Removal Schedule received 08.06.05)

 

Shell Filling Rooms  Priddys Hard  Heritage Way  Gosport  Hampshire 

 

 

Members were informed that a further letter of objection had been received from an objector to the original scheme stating that his objections still stood in relation to the amended scheme.

 

 

Hampshire County Council Archaeological Department had stated they had no objection to the scheme provided Condition 19 of the report was adhered to and appropriate archaeological work was carried out.

 

 

RESOLVED:  That planning application K15249/5 –Shell Filling Rooms  Priddys Hard   Heritage Way  Gosport  Hampshire be approved subject to Section 106 Agreement relating to the payment of a commuted sum towards the provision and/or improvement of outdoor playing space and 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 Section 38(6) of the Planning and Compensation Act 2004 and all other material considerations, the development is acceptable in principle in this location and will result in the re-use of these historically important buildings and ensure their retention in the long-term to enhance the character and appearance of the conservation area.  A satisfactory flood risk had been undertaken and mitigation measures will be implemented to prevent any adverse impact on archaeological and nature conservation interests or from contamination.  The access and parking is adequate and provision has been made for amenity space on site and outdoor playing space within the Borough as a whole.  As such the proposal complies with Policies BE1, BE2, BE6, BE9, BE11. BE12, BE13, BE15, H2, NC1, NC2, CH1, CH3, RL10, T6, H5 and MOD2 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan and R/DP1, R/DP3, R/DP6, R/T3, R/T10, R/T11, R/DP4, R/CH1, R/BH1, R/BH3, R/BH7, R/OS2, R/OS7, R/OS9, R/OS10, R/OS11, R/OS12, R/CH1, R/CH2, R/ENV1, R/ENV2, R/ENV4, R/ENV5 and R/ENV7 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan Review.

 

 

 

 

77

K16925/1 - REGULATION 3 APPLICATION - CONSTRUCTION OF FLOOD PROTECTION EMBANKMENT AND INSTALLATION OF FLOODGATES

 

St Vincent College   Mill Lane  Gosport  Hampshire  PO12 4QA 

 

 

Note: Councillor Farr declared a personal and prejudicial interest in this item, left the room and took no part in the discussion or voting thereon.

 

 

RESOLVED:  That planning application K16925/1 – St Vincent College  Mill Lane  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 proposals would not harm the architectural or historic character or appearance, or setting, of the adjacent Listed and Local List Buildings, or the character and appearance of the area, or the interests of nature conservation.  As such, the development complies with Policies BE1, BE2, BE11, BE14, CH1 and NC1 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan 1995 and R/DP1, R/DP6, R/BH3, R/BH5, R/OS9, R/OS10, R/CH1 and R/ENV1of the Gosport Borough Local Plan Review.

 

78

K8816/11 - GPD PART 24 CONSULTATION - ERECTION OF 15 METRE HIGH MONOPOLE TELECOMMUNICATIONS MAST AND EQUIPMENT CABINET IN FOOTBALL GROUND ENCLOSURE

 

Privett Park  Privett Road  Gosport  Hampshire   

 

 

RESOLVED:  That planning application K8816/11 – Privett Park  Privett 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 is acceptable in terms of the siting and design of the installation and as such complies with Policies BE1 and CF8 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan and Policies R/DP1 and R/ENV9 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan Review.

 

 

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K15438/12 - PART DEMOLITION, CONVERSION AND EXTENSIONS TO EXISTING DWELLING TO FORM 2NO. FLATS AND 1NO. DWELLING AND THE ERECTION OF A DETACHED DWELLING (CONSERVATION AREA)

 

15 St Thomas Road  Gosport  Hampshire  PO12 4JU   

 

 

Note:  Councillor Allen declared a personal and prejudicial interest in this item, left the room and took no part in the discussion or voting thereon.  Councillor Foster took the Chair for the duration of this item.

 

 

Members were informed that a further letter of objection had been received citing loss of privacy and light and noise, dust and pollution during the construction period.  However, there would be no additional windows overlooking neighbouring properties and there was sufficient space between the properties so as not to block the light.  Any noise, dust or pollution caused during the construction period was not a planning issue but would be subject to other legislation.

 

 

RESOLVED:  That planning application K15438/12 – 15 St Thomas Road Gosport  Hampshire be approved subject to Section 106 Agreement relating to the payment of a commuted sum towards the provision and/or improvement of outdoor playing space and subject to the conditions set out in the report of the Regulatory Services Manager, for the following reason:

 

 

i

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 by reason of its design, materials and layout, will not have a detrimental impact on the neighbouring properties and will enhance the appearance of the Conservation Area.   As such the proposal complies with Policies BE1, BE3, BE9, H5, RL10 and T6 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan and R/DP1, R/DP7, R/BH1, R/T11, R/OS7, R/H7 and R/H4 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan Review.

 

 

80

K15438/13 - CONSERVATION APPLICATION - PART DEMOLITION OF EXISTING DWELLING

 

15 St Thomas Road  Gosport  Hampshire  PO12 4JU   

 

 

Note:  Councillor Allen declared a personal and prejudicial interest in this item, left the room and took no part in the discussion or voting thereon.  Councillor Foster took the Chair for the duration of this item.

 

 

RESOLVED:  That conservation area application K15438/13 – 15 St Thomas 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 proposed demolition of the extension, will not have a detrimental impact on the character of the area and will therefore preserve the Hardway Conservation Area.   As such the proposal complies with Policies BE9 and BE10 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan and R/BH1 and R/BH2 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan Review.

 

 

81

K16799/1 - ERECTION OF THREE STOREY BLOCK OF 14NO. FLATS (as amplified by letters dated 26.07.05 and amended by plans received 01.08.05)

 

54 Military Road  Gosport  Hampshire  PO12 3BX   

 

 

Members were informed that the footprint and massing of the building was similar to that approved in January 2005.  The applicant wished to alter the two top floor penthouse flats to 4 smaller flats that would be more in keeping with their requirements.  There would be some variation in the number of windows reflecting the altered layout of the top floor.

 

 

RESOLVED:  That planning application K16799/1 – 54 Military Road Gosport  Hampshire be approved subject to Section 106 Agreement relating to the payment of a commuted sum towards the provision and/or improvement of outdoor playing space and subject to the conditions set out in the report of the Regulatory Services Manager, for the following reason:

 

 

i

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 in terms of its scale and design and will not have any significant detrimental impact on the amenities of the area, adjoining and prospective residents or highway safety. As such the proposal complies with Policies BE1, BE2, BE6, H5, T6 and RL10 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan and Policies R/DP1, R/DP6, R/DP8, R/T3, R/T10, R/T11, R/CF6 and R/OS7 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan Review.

 

 

82

K16962 - ERECTION OF 2NO. BUNGALOWS AND 4NO. TWO STOREY HOUSES WITH ASSOCIATED CAR PARKING (FORMER MULTI-USE GAMES AREA) (as amended by letters dated 30.06.05 and 18.07.05 and plans received 01.07.05)

 

Land At Dartmouth Court  Gosport       

 

 

Members were informed that the former MUGA had been the subject of numerous noise related complaints from local residents.   However, Members expressed the hope that funds would be made available to provide sports facilities for residents in this Ward.

 

 

RESOLVED:  That planning application K16962 – Land at Dartmouth Court Gosport  Hampshire be approved subject to Section 106 Agreement relating to the payment of a commuted sum towards the provision and/or improvement of outdoor playing space and the provision of sports facilities in lieu of the MUGA and subject to the conditions set out in the report of the Regulatory Services Manager, for the following reason:

 

 

i

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 would not be significantly harmful to the character or visual amenities of the area, the amenities of existing or prospective occupiers, or traffic/parking conditions in the locality. The proposal also makes adequate provision for outdoor playing space provision. As such, the development complies with Policies BE1, BE2, H5, T6, RL6 and  RL10 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan and Policies R/DP1, R/DP6, R/OS3 R/OS7, R/T3, R/T10, R/T11 and R/ENV5 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan Review.

 

 

83

K16314/2 – CONVERSION OF EXISTING SHOP (CLASS A1) AND FLAT TO SHOP (CLASS A1) AND 3NO. RESIDENTIAL UNITS, ERECTION OF FRONT AND REAR DORMER WINDOWS AND REAR EXTENSION (INCLUDING 89 JAMAICA PLACE) (AMENDED SCHEME TO K16314/1) (CONSERVATION AREA)

 

31 Stoke Road  Gosport  Hampshire  PO12 1LS   

 

 

Members were informed that work had already begun on this development and that only minor amendments were proposed to the application (K16314/2) already approved.  Members queried Condition 3 in the report and it was agreed that this would be amended.

 

 

RESOLVED:  That planning application K16314/2 – 31 Stoke Road Gosport  Hampshire be approved subject to Section 106 Agreement relating to the payment of a commuted sum towards the provision and/or improvement of outdoor playing space and subject to the conditions set out in the report of the Regulatory Services Manager, for the following reason and subject to the redrafting of Condition 3 being delegated to the Head of Development Control:

 

 

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That having regard to Section 38(6) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004 and all other material considerations the conversion works are appropriate in this location. The design of the dormer windows and extensions will enhance the appearance of the Conservation Area and the provision of additional residential accommodation in such a location is acceptable and will not be detrimental to the amenities of adjoining residents. As such the proposal complies with Policies BE1, BE3, BE9, S2, H5, T6 and RL10 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan and Policies R/DP1, R/DP7, R/BH1, R/S3, RT11 and R/OS7 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan Review.

 

 

84

K16877/1 - ERECTION OF 3NO. DETACHED DWELLINGS

 

18 Grove Road  Lee-On-The-Solent  Hampshire  PO13 9JA   

 

 

Members were informed that 9 letters had been received objecting to the proposal on the grounds that it was out of character, had the effect of terracing, the, roof ridge was too high, it would cause loss of light and loss of privacy to neighbouring properties and loss of garden habitat. 

 

 

Members were advised that the properties were not terraced and there was 1 metre between the elevations and the boundary of each property.  Permission had already been granted to build a 2 storey property. The existing bungalow had gable windows overlooking neighbouring properties and the proposed buildings would be sufficiently far from neighbouring properties as to not cause significant loss of light.  

 

 

RESOLVED:  That planning application K16877/1 – 18 Grove Road  Lee-on-the-Solent  Hampshire be approved subject to Section 106 Agreement relating to the payment of a commuted sum towards the provision and/or improvement of outdoor playing space and subject to the conditions set out in the report of the Regulatory Services Manager, for the following reason:

 

 

i

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 design, siting and orientation, will not have a detrimental impact on the neighbouring properties or street scene.  As such, the proposal complies with Policies BE1, H5, T6 and RL10 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan and R/DP1, R/H4, R/OS7 and R/T11 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan Review.

 

 

85

K7577/5 - CHANGE OF USE FROM CLASS A1 SHOP TO MIXED USE OF CLASS A1 AND CLASS A3 (CAFE) (LISTED BUILDING IN CONSERVATION AREA) (as amended by plans received 29.07.05)

 

88 High Street  Gosport  Hampshire  PO12 1DS   

 

 

Members were advised that one letter had been received in support of the application on the grounds that the proposed provision of Cornish pasties was a healthier fast food option than alternatives available in the High Street.

 

 

RESOLVED:  That planning application K7577/5 – 88 High Street  Gosport  Hampshire be approved subject to the conditions set out in the report of the Regulatory Services Manager, for the following reason:

 

 

i

That having regard to the provisions of Section 38(6) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004 and all other material considerations, it is considered that the proposed use would not be harmful to the architectural or historic character or appearance of the Listed Building, or the amenities of existing occupiers, or traffic or parking conditions in the locality. The proposal would also preserve the character and appearance of the High Street Conservation Area. As such, the development complies with Policies S2, BE9, BE12 and  T6 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan and Policies R/BH1, R/BH3, R/S3 and R/T11 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan Review.

 

 

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K16770/4REGULATION 3 - REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING BOUNDARY FENCE (as amplified by plans received 25.07.05)

 

Priddy's Hard Heritage Site  Heritage Way   Gosport     

 

 

RESOLVED:  That planning application K16770/4 – Priddy’s Hard Heritage Site  Heritage Way  Gosport  Hampshire be approved subject to the conditions set out in the report of the Regulatory Services Manager, for the following reason:

 

 

i

That having regard to Section 38(6) of the Planning and Compensation Act 2004 and all other material considerations, the fence is appropriate in this location and by reason of its design will enhance the appearance of the Conservation Area and will not have a detrimental impact on nature conservation or archaeological interests.  As such the development complies with Policies BE9 and BE15 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan and R/BH1, R/BH7, R/DP4 and R/OS12 of the Gosport Borough Local Plan Review.

 

 

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ANY OTHER ITEMS

 

 

Members were informed that the Inspector had dismissed the appeal against the decision of the Regulatory Board concerning 47 Monkton Road (K14302/3 - 12 April 2005) on the grounds that it would be detrimental to the character of the area and the amenities of residents.