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Agenda and minutes
Venue: Town Hall, Queen's Square, Priory Meadow, Hastings, TN34 1QR. If you are attending the Town Hall for this meeting, please enter the building via the Queens Road entrance opposite the cinema.
Contact: Emily Horne on 01424 451719 email: ehorne@hastings.gov.uk
Items No. Item Apologies for Absence
Minutes:
None.
Declarations of Interest
Minutes:
The following Councillors declared their interests in the minutes as indicated:
Councillor
Minute
Interest
Scott & Wincott
61.1 – Proposed Queensway Gateway Road (Land between Queensway and Sedlescombe Road North)
Personal – Members of East Sussex County Council Highway Authority.
Minutes of the meeting held 7 January 2015 PDF 176 KB
Minutes:
RESOLVED – That the minutes of the meeting held on 7 January 2015 be approved and signed by the Chair as a true record.
Notification of any additional urgent items
Minutes:
None.
Planning Applications attracting a petition:
Proposed Queensway Gateway Road (Land between Queensway and Sedlescombe Road North) PDF 154 KB
Additional documents:
- MAP_Queensway Gateway Road (land between Queensway and Sedlescombe Road North) , item 69a PDF 450 KB
Minutes:
Proposal:
Proposed Queensway Gateway Road (land between Queensway and Sedlescombe Road North), St. Leonards on Sea
Application No:
HS/FA/14/00832
Existing Use:
Construction of a new road linking
Sedlescombe Road North (A21)
With Queensway (B2092)
Hastings Local Plan 2004
E2, NC6, NC7, NC8, NC9, NC10,
NC11, L1, L2, DG1, DG4, DG26,
DG27, and C6
Conservation Area:
No
National Planning Policy Framework
Sections 1, 4, 11 and 12
Hastings Planning Strategy
DS2, FA1, FA6, SC1, SC2, SC7,
EN1, EN2, EN3, EN4, EN6, EN7,
E2, T1, T2 and T3
Development Management Plan
Proposed Submission Version:
LP1, DM1, DM3, DM4, DM5, DM6,
HN4, HN7, HN8 and HN9
Public Consultation:
371 letters of objection received
and 1 petition
The Development Manager reported on an application that sought permission for the construction of a new road linking Sedlescombe Road North (A21) with Queensway (B2092) on the proposed Queensway Gateway Road (land between Queensway and Sedlescombe Road North), St. Leonards on Sea.
The applicant proposed to build a new road linking Sedlescombe Road North with Queensway – the Queensway Gateway Road (QGR). The QGR proposal includes 3 roundabouts – one at either end of the road where it would join the existing network and one in the middle which would allow for access to the allocated and emerging allocated land for employment development.
The proposal utilises the existing Whitworth Road alignment with a new section of road being proposed from the end of Whitworth Road to Queensway. No right turn left in and left out only junctions are proposed for the accesses to the existing businesses on Whitworth Road and a new left in and left out only junction is shown into the northern part of Sainsbury’s car park.
The proposal includes shared footways and cycleways between the middle roundabout and Sedlescombe Road North, uncontrolled crossings and upgrades and diversions to existing Public Rights of Way.
The proposed QGR has materialised in an attempt to realise the development potential of allocated and emerging allocated employment land (as shown in the HLP and DMP policies LRA7 and LRA8). Funding and support for the road is available from the South East Local Enterprise Partnership (SELEP).
The proposed QGR also intends to perform a strategic role in linking the A21 with the Hastings and Bexhill ‘growth corridor’ - comprising Queensway and its various employment allocations, the Bexhill to Hastings Link Road (BHLR), and the North Bexhill development area. It is intended that this development will help Hastings and Rother to realise their housing and employment requirements, increase connectivity in the area and avoid congestion along The Ridge.
The main issues considered were the principle of the development; the transportation impacts and the environmental impacts, which covers matters such as noise and vibration; air quality, ecology and nature conservation, landscape and visual amenity, ground conditions, water quality and drainage; and heritage.
The Development Manager recommended that planning permission be granted subject to conditions to secure an appropriately mitigated development.
A report containing some late electronic comments had ... view the full minutes text for item 69a
Additional documents:
Minutes:
Proposal:
Proposed Change of Use
from Dwelling House (C3)
to HMO (Sui Generis).
Application No:
HS/FA/14/00941
Existing Use:
Hastings Local Plan 2004:
Conservation Area:
National Planning Policy Framework:
Hastings Planning Strategy:
Development Management Plan:
Proposed Submission Version:
Public Consultation:
Single private dwellinghouse
H4, DG1, C1, C8
Yes - White Rock
No Conflict
SC1, H2, H4
HC1, DM1, DM3, HN1, HN2
6 letters of objection and
3 petitions received.
Referred by Ward Councillor
This item was deferred at the last meeting for consideration at this meeting.
The Development Manager reported on a full planning application for the change of use from dwellinghouse (C3) to a house in multiple occupation (Sui Generis) at 101 Cambridge Road, Hastings.
The site is a large two storey property on the corner of Cambridge Road and adjoining Trinity Villas within the White Rock Conservation Area. The vacant property has been completely renovated both internally and externally. It has 7 bedrooms and there is a side garden and rear patio area. Permission was granted in 2013 to create 3no. self-contained flats.
The current proposal includes 8 bedrooms split over the ground and first floor level, with one kitchen on each floor and two bathrooms overall. The proposal does not include any external changes or extensions.
The main considerations of this application were the impacts of the proposal on the residential amenity and character of the area and provision for refuse storage and cycle parking. The Development Manager recommended the application be granted.
The Human Rights considerations had been taken into account fully in balancing the planning issues.
The petitioner, Mr Rolston, was present and spoke against the application.
The applicant had been invited to attend, but was not present.
Councillor Clark, Ward Councillor, was present and spoke against the application.
Members discussed this item at length.
With the agreement of the Chair, Councillor Rogers circulated some proposed reasons for refusal of the application, for members of the Committee to consider.
Councillor Rogersproposed a motion against the officer’s recommendation to refuse the application as set out in the resolution below, this was seconded by Councillor Roberts.
RESOLVED– by (9 votes to 1) that planning permission be refused subject to
the following reasons:-
Policy 4 of the Hastings Planning Strategy which states:
POLICY H4: Houses in Multiple Occupation
In order to support mixed and balanced communities and maintain an appropriate housing mix within the Borough, applications for changes of use from:
i) a Class C3 (dwelling house) to a Class C4 (House in Multiple Occupation), or;
ii) a Class C3 (dwelling house) to a House in Multiple Occupation in a sui generis use (more than six people sharing)
will not be permitted where more than 10% of the total numbers of properties within a 100m radius of the application property are already in use as either Class C4, or other types of HMO in a sui generis use.
This policy will not apply to social housing, care homes, children’s homes, bail ... view the full minutes text for item 69b
Planning Appeals and Delegated Decisions PDF 47 KB
Minutes:
The Development Manager reported one appeal that had been received and one appeal that had been allowed. He also reported on a number of delegated decisions. All matters had arisen between 19 December 2014 and 23 January 2015.
Planning Applications:
Land at Church Street PDF 84 KB
Additional documents:
Minutes:
Proposal:
Development of site to provide
five dwellings
Application No:
HS/OA/14/00876
Existing Use:
Undeveloped
Hastings Local Plan 2004
NC8, NC9, DG1, DG2, DG3 and
DG11
Conservation Area:
No
National Planning Policy Framework
Sections 6, 7 & 11
Hastings Planning Strategy
FA4, SC1, SC3, SC4, EN2, EN3,
H1, H2 and T3
Development Management Plan
Proposed Submission Version:
Other
LP1, DM1, DM3, DM4, HN7, HN8
and CV04
Public Consultation:
136 letters of objection and 2 letters
of support received
The Development Manager reported on an outline planning application for the erection of 5 dwelling houses with approval sought for the access and layout of the development only. The scale, appearance and landscaping are reserved matters.
The site is located at land at Church Street near the junction with Clifton Road. The site is undeveloped and is otherwise open as a mixture of unkempt shrubbery and mowed grass. The surrounding area is predominantly residential with houses to the north, south and west. To the east is an area of undeveloped land, known locally as ‘Speckled Wood’, which is proposed to be designated as green space in the emerging Hastings Local Plan: The Hastings Planning Strategy.
The applicant sought consent to build five dwelling houses, although this is an outline planning application they are seeking approval of the access and layout of the development.
The applicant proposed to build five dwelling houses on the site and although this is an outline planning application they sought approval of the access and layout of the development. The appearance of the buildings, landscaping and scale of the development are reserved matters, therefore approval of these will be sought at a later date. On this basis the applicant has submitted drawings showing the access and layout and indicatively showing the scale, appearance and landscaping of the development.
The main issues considered were the impact of the development on the character of the area; the impact on neighbouring residential amenities, the impact on biodiversity and parking/highways matters. Having considered these issues and the objections the Development Manager recommended that outline planning permission be granted subject to conditions.
A report containing some late electronic comments had been received since the publication of the agenda. This was circulated to the Committee prior to the meeting.
The Human Rights considerations had been taken into account fully in balancing the planning issues.
Councillor Charman, Ward Councillor, was present and spoke against the application.
Councillor Beaneyproposed a motion to approve the application as set out in the resolution below, this was seconded by Councillor Dowling.
RESOLVED – (Unanimously) that outline planning permission be granted subject to the following conditions:-
1.
Approval of the details of the scale, external appearance of the building(s) and the landscaping of the site (hereinafter called "the reserved matters") shall be obtained from the Local Planning Authority in writing before any development is commenced;
2.
Plans and particulars of the reserved matters referred to in Condition 1 above, relating to the design, external appearance of ... view the full minutes text for item 71a
The Ramparts, 101 Castle Hill Road PDF 95 KB
Additional documents:
Minutes:
Proposal:
Erection of 5, four-bedroom homes, with associated gardens, garages, landscaping and access.
Application No:
HS/FA/14/00558
Existing Use:
Partially developed land
Hastings Local Plan 2004
DG1, DG2, DG3, DG11, C1, C3
and C6
Conservation Area:
Yes – Old Town
National Planning Policy Framework
Sections 6,7 and 12
Hastings Planning Strategy
DS1, FA2, SC1, SC2, SC3, SC4,
EN1, H1, H2 and T3
Development Management Plan
Proposed Submission Version:
LP1, DM1, DM3, DM4, HN1, HN4
and HN5
Public Consultation:
7 letters of objection and 3 letters
of support received
The Development Manager reported on a full planning application for the erection of 5 x three-storey four-bedroom homes with associated gardens, garages, landscaping and access at 101 Castle Hill Road, Hastings.
The site consists of partially developed land on the upper end of Castle Hill Road near to the remains of Hastings Castle. A large concrete base for a previous development has been constructed. The site is located within the Old Town Conservation Area and is situated between Castle View Mews, and 103 Castle Hill Road to the east. To the rear of the site is a new development of two pairs of semi-detached houses on Castledown Avenue.
The development is proposed to be zero carbon. The applicant proposed to orientate the properties at right angles to Castle Hill Road, this would allow for an access from Castle Hill Road with a row of garages beneath a series of raised gardens. A previous application which followed this general arrangement (the properties were not zero carbon) was refused and dismissed upon appeal. The applicant has submitted this application as they considered the new scheme would overcome the appeal Inspector's decision.
The main considerations were the impacts of the proposal upon the heritage assets including Hastings Castle and the Old Town Conservation Area; impacts on neighbouring residential amenities and the highway/parking matters and standard of accommodation.
The Development Manager considered the development was of a modern contemporary design with good sustainable credentials. It’s design, although in contrast with its surroundings, was of sufficient quality to be acceptable in the context of the surrounding heritage assets and a decent standard of accommodation was being provided. Concerns with neighbouring amenities have been overcome, the development provides sufficient parking and there are no highway safety concerns. The previous application submitted for the site is particularly relevant given that this is a similar proposal that has been submitted to overcome the previous concerns raised. Any other relevant matters, such as drainage, can be adequately controlled by condition. The Development Manager recommended the application be approved subject to conditions.
The Human Rights considerations had been taken into account fully in balancing the planning issues.
Councillor Wincottproposed a motion to approve the application as set out in the resolution below. This was seconded by Councillor Rogers.
An amendment to the motion was proposed by Councillor Scott to grant the application, subject to the addition of Condition 19. The amendment was agreed by the ... view the full minutes text for item 71b
Land off Robert Tressell Close PDF 94 KB
Additional documents:
Minutes:
Proposal:
Erection of 10no. family dwellings
and associated parking and access
roads
Application No:
HS/FA/14/00823
Existing Use:
Vacant
Hastings Local Plan 2004
DG1, DG2, DG3, DG11, C1
Conservation Area:
Yes – Blacklands
National Planning Policy Framework
No Conflict
Hastings Planning Strategy
DS1, FA2, SC1, SC3, SC4, EN1, EN2
EN3, H1, H2, H3, T3
Development Management Plan
Proposed Submission Version:
DM1, DM3, DM4, HN1, HN7, HN8
Public Consultation:
5 letters of objection received
The Development Manager reported on an application for the erection of 10 two storey family dwellings and associated parking and access road at Land off Robert Tressell Close, Hastings.
The site is located within an undeveloped parcel of land to the west of Robert Tressell Close. The site adjoins residential properties to the north and south and the boundary of the Blacklands Conservation Area runs along the site’s northern boundary. A vacant area of the land lies to the east and a parking area to the west. Mature trees run along part of the northern, southern and eastern boundaries. The area is defined by a mixture of housing types including larger houses at Lower Park Road to the north.
Planning permission exists on the land for 9 dwellings (HS/OA/07/00963 & HS/DS/10/00681). The approved scheme involves taking access from the parking/turning area at the western end of Robert Tressell Close with the dwellings arranged around an access road running across the centre of the site from east to west. Works to the access have commenced and it is considered that the scheme of 9 dwellings has been implemented for planning purposes, and will therefore be extant in perpetuity.
In 2014 a planning application was made for 11 dwellings on the same site (planning application: HS/FA/14/00144). The scheme was withdrawn due to concerns regarding the proximity of three of the units to protected trees along the site's eastern boundary.
The current application was also originally for 11 dwellings but following negotiations is now for 10 dwellings. The layout involves taking access from the parking/turning area in a similar way to that previously approved, but altering the layout so that the houses are arranged around a 'T' shape access road. Each dwelling is be 4 bedroom with 2 x parking spaces and a rear garden. Four housing types are proposed including 6 x 2 storey pitched roof properties (Plots 1- 6), a pair of two storey pitched roof properties (plots 7 & 8) and 2 x 3 storey properties with half hipped roofs (Plots 9 & 10). The materials proposed include: facing brick, concrete tiles and UPVC windows.
The main considerations were the impacts of the proposal on the loss of trees, ecology and biodiversity, highways and parking, drainage, housing type and density, affordable housing, living environment, character and appearance and the amenity of neighbouring residents. The Development Manager considered the proposal would result in the formation of additional family size accommodation without adversely impacting on its surroundings and therefore recommended planning permission be granted subject to conditions. ... view the full minutes text for item 71c
Additional documents:
Minutes:
Proposal:
Demolition of bungalow and garages, erection of pair of semi-detached two storey dwellings plus parking
Application No:
HS/FA/14/00940
Existing Use:
Single dwellinghouse (bungalow)
Hastings Local Plan 2004
NC8, NC9, DG1, DG2, DG3
and DG11
Conservation Area:
No
National Planning Policy Framework
Sections 6 and 7
Hastings Planning Strategy
DS1, FA2, SC1, SC3, EN3, H1,
H2 and T3
Development Management Plan
Proposed Submission Version:
LP1, DM1, DM3, DM4 and HN8
Public Consultation:
3 letters of objection received
The Development Manager reported on an application for the demolition of a bungalow and garages and the erection of pair of semi-detached two storey dwellings plus car parking at 27 Linley Drive, Hastings.
The site is currently occupied by a bungalow which is set back into the site with a large front garden that includes a garage. The surrounding area is entirely residential and comprises bungalows or terraced housing.
The applicant sought consent to demolish the existing bungalow and erect a pair of semi-detached dwellings. The proposal includes off street parking and landscaping. Revised drawings show the proposed development at a slightly lower level and further away from 25 Linley Drive.
The main issues considered were the impact on the character of the area and the impact on the neighbouring residential amenities. The Development Manager felt the proposed development was compatible with the surrounding area and provided good transition between the bungalow properties to the north-east and the terraced houses to the southwest. Decent sized houses would be provided with good gardens, parking and landscaping. Although the development is close to two neighbouring properties, the Development Manager felt that given its size and position, it would not have an adverse impact on neighbouring amenities and he therefore recommended that planning permission be granted subject to conditions.
The Human Rights considerations had been taken into account fully in balancing the planning issues.
Councillor Beaverproposed a motion to approve the application as set out in the resolution below. This was seconded by Councillor Rogers.
An amendment to the motion was proposed by Councillor Scott to grant the application, subject to the addition of Condition 10. The amendment was agreed by the proposer and seconder of the recommendation.
RESOLVED– (Unanimously) that planning permission be granted subject to the following conditions:
1.
The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission;
2.
The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans:
4333.LP, 4333.1B and 4333.2A;
3.
All planting seeding or turfing comprised in the approved soft landscaping scheme shall be carried out prior to the occupation of any part of the development, or with the written agreement of the Local Planning Authority, in the first planting and seeding seasons following the occupation of any buildings or the completion of the development, whichever is the sooner. Any trees or plants which within a period of 5 years from the completion of the development die, are removed ... view the full minutes text for item 71d
Town Hall, Queens Road PDF 83 KB
Additional documents:
Minutes:
Proposal:
Siting of the historic statue of Prince Albert (formerly part of the Albert Memorial Clock Tower in Hastings Town Centre) alongside Hastings Town Hall. New notice board A2 size, to be installed alongside Statue installation for displaying information on Statue.
Application No:
HS/FA/14/00979
Existing Use:
Location of HBC Notice board
Hastings Local Plan 2004
DG1, C1, C3
Conservation Area:
Yes – Hastings Town Centre
National Planning Policy Framework
Section 12
Hastings Planning Strategy
EN1, FA2, FA3, SC1, E4
Development Management Plan
Proposed Submission Version:
DM1, DM3, HN1
Public Consultation:
1 letter of objection received
The Development Manager reported on a full application for the siting of the historic statue of Prince Albert (formerly part of the Albert Memorial Clock Tower in Hastings Town Centre) outside the Town Hall.
The life size statue of Prince Albert which is 1800mm in height, is to be removed from the concrete block it is currently fixed to and is to be mounted onto 1250mm high Portland stone plinth outside the Town Hall. An information board is to be located adjacent to the statue and will display information on the history of the statue. The ‘Fusilier’ notice board is 1670mm in height and is of stainless steel construction, with a powder coated finish.
The statue is to be sited between the Town Hall’s north east elevation and the curved access ramp leading to the Community Contact Centre. The Town Hall is a Grade II Listed Building and it is within the Town Centre Conservation Area.
Listed Building Consent, HS/LB/14/00801, was granted subject to conditions for the proposal on 17 December 2014. That application was not referred to the Planning Committee and did not receive any objections, so was decided by officers under delegated powers, the determination was made only in relation to the listed building.
The main considerations of this application were the impacts on the significance and setting of the Town Hall and on the character and appearance of the Town Centre Conservation Area. The Development Manger felt that if the statue was to be on display again, in a public area, it would benefit both residents and visitors to the town, and it would provide an interesting feature and a new piece of public art for the town to enjoy. As such, he recommended the application be approved subject to conditions.
The Human Rights considerations had been taken into account fully in balancing the planning issues.
With the agreement of the committee, the Chair, Councillor Street circulated some proposed reasons for refusal of the application, for the committee to consider.
Councillor Beaneyproposed a motion against the officer’s recommendation to refuse the application as set out in the resolution below, this was seconded by Councillor Roberts.
RESOLVED – by(7 votes to 3) that planning permission be refused subject to the following reasons:-
The poor condition of the statue would be detrimental to the adjacent Town Centre Conservation Area and the setting of Hastings Town Hall, ... view the full minutes text for item 71e
37 Charles Road West PDF 63 KB
Additional documents:
- MAP_37 Charles Road West , item 71f PDF 350 KB
- 37 Charles Road West (06 12 2006) , item 71f PDF 404 KB
Minutes:
Proposal:
Proposed demolition of existing dwelling and erection of 10 new dwellings with 15 parking spaces on land at and adjacent to 37 Charles Road West
Application No:
HS/OA/06/00694
Existing Use:
Nursery/Garden Centre
The Development Manager reported on an outline application for the proposed demolition of the existing dwelling and the erection of 10 new dwellings with 15 car parking spaces on the site of Filsham Nursery, at land at and adjacent to 37 Charles Road West. Only the details of siting were to be determined at this stage.
The application was previously considered by the Planning Committee at its meeting on 8th October 2006. The Committee resolved to grant planning permission subject to a legal agreement for highway improvements. The legal agreement had not been signed as the site had not been sold.
As the Hastings Planning Strategy was adopted last year and Policy H3 became applicable, the application was brought back to Planning Committee on 08 October 2014 with an amended recommendation to include the requirement for affordable housing. The recommendation was agreed.
On 28 November 2014, the National Planning Guidance was changed to make it clear that local authorities should not request affordable housing contributions for developments of 10 units or less. Following this, it is recommended to remove the previous requirement for affordable housing.
The Development Manager recommended that outline planning permission be granted subject to conditions. He also advised that ‘Elevations’ were no longer the agents for this application.
The Human Rights considerations had been taken into account fully in balancing the planning issues.
Councillor Rogersproposed a motion to approve the application as set out in the resolution below. This was seconded by Councillor Scott.
RESOLVED– by (9 votes to 1) that:
A) That the Development Manager be authorised to issue planning permission upon completion of a S106 Agreement to secure the provision of a contribution towards Highways Improvements
B) Subject to A) above
Grant Outline Planning Permission subject to the following conditions:
1.
Application for approval of the reserved matters shall be made to the Local Planning Authority before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission;
2.
With the exception of internal works the building works required to carry out the development allowed by this permission must only be carried out within the following times:-
08.00 - 18.00 Monday to Friday
08.00 - 13.00 on Saturdays
No working on Sundays or Public Holidays.
3.
Plans and particulars of the reserved matters referred to in Condition 1 above, relating to the design and external appearance of any buildings to be erected, the means of access to the site and the landscaping of the site, shall be submitted in writing to the Local Planning Authority and shall be carried out as approved;
4.
The development hereby permitted shall be begun either before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission, or before the expiration of two years from the ... view the full minutes text for item 71f
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