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Agenda item
Proposed Catering Unit, Upper Promenade, Marina, St. Leonards on Sea
Minutes:
Proposal:
Change of use of land to concession site for stationing of catering vehicle (non permanent)
Application No:
HS/FA/17/00885
Existing Use:
Conservation Area:
Listed Building
Public Consultation
Public Pavement
Yes - Burtons' St. Leonards
No
None. Application on Council owned land.
The Senior Planner, Mrs Meppem, presented this report for the change of use of land to concession site for stationing of catering vehicle (non permanent) at Upper Promenade, Marina, StLeonards on Sea.
The site consists of 30m2 area of land located on the promenade on the St Leonards seafront. The pavement is approximately 18m in width with a cycle track running parallel to the pavement. The site is accessed from the public highway via a barrier on the Marina.
The Planning application had been brought to the Planning Committee for determination because the site is on Council owned land.
This application seeks permission for the change of use of an area of the promenade to be used for the stationing of temporary catering vehicles such as ‘The Little Vintage Tea Box’. There is to be one catering unit at any one time and these are to be removed from the site at the end of each day. The site has been used during the summer 2017 for such a use, and due to its popularity, it is proposed for this to continue.
The hours proposed are:
Monday to Friday – 09:00 – 20:00
Saturday – 09:00 – 20:00
Sundays and Bank Holidays – 09:00 – 20:00
The Senior Planner stated there had been no local objections or any from consultees.
Councillor Wincott raised concern regarding the appearance of the vehicle and the potential for it to look like a greasy spoon. The Planning Services Manager said they would add an informative to request the mobile unit be of a design standard suitable for the locality.
Councillor Edwards asked if the application included tables and chairs. The Chair confirmed this was not included, but said there were benches nearby.
Members were shown plans and photographs of the application site.
Councillor Rogers proposed a motion to approve the application as set out in the resolution below, subject to the additional informative. This was seconded by Councillor Beaver.
RESOLVED – (Unanimously) that planning permission be granted subject to the following conditions:-
1.
Only one catering unit shall be stationed on the site at any one time and any associated vehicles required to move the unit shall only be on the promenade at drop-off and collection times and at no point parked on the promenade;
2.
The catering unit shall only be located on site during the following times :-
09.00 - 20.00 Monday to Friday
09.00 - 20.00 Saturdays
09:00 - 20:00 Sundays or Public Holidays.
3.
Upon removal of the catering unit each day the site shall be left clear of litter and refuse associated with the use.
Reasons:
1.
To ensure a satisfactory form of development in the interests of the character and amenity of the conservation area and surrounding listed buildings;
2.
To ensure a satisfactory form of development in the interests of the character of the conservation area and surrounding listed buildings and the amenities of the local residential properties; and
3.
To ensure a satisfactory form of development in the interests of the character of the conservation area and surrounding listed buildings and the amenities of the local residential properties.
Notes to the Applicant
1.
Failure to comply with any condition imposed on this permission may result in enforcement action without further warning;
2.
Statement of positive engagement: In dealing with this application the Local Planning Authority has actively sought to work with the applicant in a positive and proactive manner, in accordance with paragraphs 186 and 187 of the National Planning Policy Framework;
3.
Any proposed catering unit is strongly advised to contact the Environmental Health Division for advice on satisfying the requirements of food safety law;
4.
The Food Business Operator will be required to register the food establishment with the Hastings Borough Council 28 days prior to opening. The registration form can be found online at http://www.hastings.gov.uk/environmentalhealth/food_safety/businesses/foodpacks/caterers/
5.
Any proposed catering unit is strongly advised to contact the Environmental Health Division before services, fixtures and fittings etc. are installed for advice on satisfying the requirements of Health and Safety Law; and
6.
All trade business must have the correct commercial waste disposal receptacle and contractor in place To fulfil their 'duty of care' (sec 34 EPA 1990).
INFORMATIVE:
The applicant is advised that the mobile unit(s) should be of a suitable standard of appearance that enhances and is sympathetic to the character of the area.
Supporting documents:
- MAP_Catering Unit Upper Promenade, item 24b PDF 257 KB
- Proposed Catering Unit, Upper Promenade, Marina, item 24b PDF 84 KB
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