Issue - meetings

Demolition of existing detached bungalows and erection of four storey block of flats, comprising of car parking and storage to ground floor and first, second and third floor residential with associated amenity.

The Committee had before it the published Officer report containing the key planning issues, relevant planning policies, planning history, any response from consultees, written representations received and a recommendation of approval.

At the meeting, an oral presentation was made by the Council’s Planning Manager (GG) in respect of the application.

An update sheet was circulated to the Committee prior to the meeting with details of one letter of objection received.

Councillor Raby, a local Ward Member (speaking also on behalf of Councillor Watson), spoke in support of the application.

Councillor Honeywood, the Council’s Portfolio Holder for Housing, spoke in support of the application.

Following discussion by the Committee, it was moved by Councillor Nicholls, seconded by Councillor McWilliams and unanimously RESOLVED that the Head of Planning (or equivalent authorised officer) be authorised to grant planning permission for the development, subject to the following conditions:

1. Standard 3 year time limit for commencement;

2. Accordance with approved plans;

3. Highways conditions (as recommended by the Highway Authority);

4. Flood evacuation plan;

5. Minimum floor levels;

6. Contaminated Land Assessment;

7. Details of materials;

8. Details of external lighting; and

9. Detailed drainage arrangements.