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Agenda and minutes
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Items No. Item Apologies for Absence
Minutes:
Apologies were received from Councillors Roberts and Scott.
Declarations of Interest
Minutes:
The following councillors declared their interests in the minutes as indicated:
Councillor
Minute
Interest
Beaver
5B - 2 Sedlescombe Road South, St. Leonards on Sea
6B – 8 Grosvenor Crescent, St. Leonards on Sea
Personal – Member of East Sussex County Council
Prejudicial – Called item to Committee. Has known the objector for the past 30 years
Rogers
6B – 8 Grosvenor Crescent, St. Leonards on Sea
Personal – On behalf of all members, one objector, former Councillor Maureen Charlesworth, is known to us.
Sabetian
6C – First and Second Floor Flat, 74 Marina, St. Leonards on Sea
Prejudicial – In laws live in close proximity to the site.
Street
5C – The Kings Head Inn, 61 Rye Road, Hastings
Personal – Had several conversations regarding procedural aspects with the objectors.
Minutes of the meeting held on 19 October 2017 PDF 127 KB
Minutes:
RESOLVED – that the minutes of the meeting held on 19th October 2017 be approved and signed by the Chair as a true record.
Notification of any additional urgent items
Minutes:
None.
Planning Applications attracting a petition:
8 Amherst Road, Hastings PDF 340 KB
Additional documents:
- 8 Amherst Road , item 16a PDF 141 KB
- Wording Copy of Decision HS OA 14 00806 , item 16a PDF 15 KB
- Decision HS_OA_14_00806 , item 16a PDF 2 MB
Minutes:
Proposal:
Approval of all reserved matters relating to the Access, Appearance, Landscaping, Layout and Scale of Outline Permission HS/OA/14/00806 - Erection of three detached dwellings with access.
Application No:
HS/DS/17/00416
Existing Use:
Conservation Area:
Listed Building
Public Consultation
Partially completed dwellinghouses
No
No
15 letters of objection and 1 petition received.
The Principal Planner, Mr Batchelor, presented this report for the approval of all reserved matters relating to the access, appearance, landscaping, layout and scale of outline planning permission HS/OA/14/00806 – Erection of three detached dwellings with access at 8 Amherst Road, Hastings.
The site was formerly a two-storey detached property which has been demolished since outline planning permission was granted in 2011. The site now contains three partially completed dwellings and includes substantial planting and protected trees around its boundaries. The site measures 0.3 hectares in total.
Outline permission was granted in 2011 (with all details reserved) for the redevelopment of the site for 3 detached dwellings and amendments to existing access. The permission was initially refused but granted on appeal. This permission lapsed but was granted outline consent in 2014 (ref HS/OA/14/00806).
Approval has been given under reference HS/DS/16/00285 for the external appearance, layout and scale of the development with the landscaping being approved under HS/DS/17/00024.
Reserved matters from the outline planning permission have been approved, this reserved matters application was submitted to resolve an issue regarding damage to protected tress that has occurred on the site. Since the last reserved matters were approved, the developer commenced works on the site, damage two protected oak trees (shown to be retained in the previous permissions) and now seeks approval for the amended scheme involving the removal of the oak trees, significant replacement planting and slightly amended layout details.
Since the application was submitted, it has been amended to show details of the retaining wall and planting area along the boundary with 14 Amherst Road and a slight amendment to the layout to show the protection of the remaining oak tree to the east of the proposed driveway and adjacent to no. 8 Amherst Road.
Members were informed of an update to the report:-
· Matters relating to landscaping and conditions
The Principal Planner advised the most notable changes to the application related to the internal road layout where the access road will be set back and changes to the boundary details along Plot 3, 14 Amherst Road. He said the Arborculturalist had recommended the damaged trees should be removed and replaced with a robust replacement planting plan.
Members were shown plans and photographs of the application site.
Mrs Alexandra Hudson, petitioner, spoke against the application. She referred to the damaged oak trees stating that one of the trees could have been saved with correct pruning to distribute the weight. She questioned why the trees had been left for 8 months if they were deemed unsafe and felt the council should have issued a stop notice and the developer fined £20,000.
The Applicant, Mr Sherlock-Scougall, had been invited to ... view the full minutes text for item 16a
2 Sedlescombe Road South, St. Leonards on Sea PDF 382 KB
Additional documents:
Minutes:
Proposal:
An artwork by artist Greg Shapter, commissioned for Coastal Currents Arts Festival 2017. An image of a face (Robert Tressell) mounted on the external side wall of Martell Colour Print. Approx 3.5m x 2.5m. It is a single point perspective piece which only 'reads' as a face from one angle, and from other angles doesn't appear to be anything significant other than a framework on a wall. (link to the artist and similar artwork: http://gregshapter.com/)
Application No:
HS/FA/17/00632
Existing Use:
Conservation Area:
Listed Building
Public Consultation
Commercial premises.
No
No
1 petition of support received.
The Senior Planner, Mrs Meppem, presented this report for the installation of artwork by artist Greg Shapter, commissioned for Coastal Currents Arts Festival 2017 on the side elevation of 2 Sedlescombe Road South, St. Leonards on Sea.
The application seeks permission for the placement of a piece of artwork displaying the face of Robert Tressell mounted on the external side wall of Martell Colour Print. The dimensions are approximately 3.5m x 2.5m. It is a single point perspective piece which only ‘reads’ as a face from one angle. From other angle the structure would appear as a metal framework on the wall.
The premises is a semi-detached property in a prominent location on the junction of Sedlescombe Road North, Sedlescombe Road South, Battle Road and London Road in St. Leonards. Surrounding the site is a mix of residential and commercial properties including, Asda to the north west, Barclays bank to the north-east, and Silverhill shopping area to the east. The property itself houses Martel Colour Print, a small independent digital printing business.
Members were updated on further information:-
· Image of a face (Robert Tressell) mounted on the external side wall of Martell Colour Print.
· Approx. 3.5m x 2.5m.
· It is a single point perspective piece which only 'reads' as a face from one angle, and from other angles doesn't appear to be anything significant other than a framework on a wall.
Members were shown plans, photographs and elevations of the application site.
Mrs Meppem referred to the comments from the Highways Authority, she said they had stated the proposal would create a driver distraction and cause additional hazards at that junction. Concern was raised as this junction is a persistent collision site and the art installation proposed has the potential to create further distraction. This risk was considered to be a severe impact and they had recommended that the application be refused on safety grounds.
She said the agent had been asked if the scheme could be amended to a single face or mural, this request was declined.
Councillor Street said they had requested that a representative from the Highways Authority attend this meeting, unfortunately no one was available to attend to provide clarification.
Ms Tina Morris, petitioner, spoke in support of the application. She said the application was part of the Coastal Currents Arts Festival and the artwork will be supplied by the Arts Council as a tribute ... view the full minutes text for item 16b
The Kings Head Inn, 61 Rye Road, Hastings PDF 393 KB
Additional documents:
Minutes:
Proposal:
Demolition & redevelopment site with 12 x 2/3 bedroom units/flats.
Application No:
HS/FA/17/00168
Existing Use:
Conservation Area:
Listed Building
Public Consultation
Vacant public house and car park
No
No
1 petition and 1 letter of support received
The Planning Services Manager, Mrs Evans, presented this report for the demolition and redevelopment of site with 12 x 2/3 bedroom units/flats at The Kings Head Inn, 61 Rye Road, Hastings.
The site is a vacant public house positioned to the north-east of a large car park, also within the site. It is proposed to demolish the existing public house and redevelop the site with 12 flats comprising 10x2 bedroom units and 2x3 bedroom units. The building will be two storeys in height comprising a mainly hipped roof with small gable frontages. It will be constructed from stock brick work with a part render finish. The proposed block of flats will be positioned in a similar location to the existing public house with the car parking area to the south west of the site. A refuse and recycling storage area is located at the front of the site within the car parking area (15 spaces). The 3 ground floor flats will each have a rear garden and landscaping to the front of the development will be provided. No cycle spaces are proposed. The site will be accessed by the existing access point.
The area is predominantly residential but also includes Hastings Academy to the north-east.
Members were informed of several updates to the report:-
• Revised elevations submitted to show change in site levels at front of scheme - Plan numbers (condition 2) to be amended: SD-555-06C
• Para 5 o) of the report refers to attenuation tanks under the car parking area and the rear garden areas. This plan to which that relates has however been superseded and the drainage plan reverts to that shown within the Drainage Strategy & Sustainable Drainage Management and Maintenance Plan produced by Monson
Members were shown plans and photographs of the application site.
Mr Ingleton, petitioner, spoke against the application. He said the development was governed by the Hastings Local Plan; Policy H1 = 30 dwellings per hectare across the town. He said that Hastings has double the average number of flats. Policy H2 states that Hastings needs large homes. Policy DM3 states 2 or more bedrooms. All of the flats should have 10 metre gardens. Mr Ingleton said it was a Heritage Asset. He said the development will not be sympathetic to the area, it is too dense and is opposed by the local community.
Councillor Street asked Mr Ingleton why nobody in the local community had signed the petition Mr Ingleton said it is only necessary for people who live in Hastings to sign. Councillor Street referred to the petition opposing the previous withdrawn application which a large number of local residents had signed.
Steve Durhun, applicant, was present and spoke in support of the application. He said he had worked comprehensively with ... view the full minutes text for item 16c
Other Planning Applications:
248 Wishing Tree Road, St. Leonards on Sea PDF 339 KB
Additional documents:
Minutes:
Proposal:
Erection of a pair of semi-detached dwellings on land rear of 248 Wishing Tree Road together with construction of new access from Crowhurst Road.
Application No:
HS/FA/16/00414
Existing Use:
Conservation Area:
Listed Building
Public Consultation
Residential garden
No
No
5 letters of objection and 1 letter of support received
The Principal Planner, Mr Batchelor, presented this report for the erection of a pair of semi-detached dwellings on land rear of 248 Wishing Tree Road together with construction of new access from Crowhurst Road.
The proposal is for a pair of semi-detached dwellings in the rear garden of 248 Wishing Tree Road and the construction of a new access from Crowhurst Road.
The site is delineated by shrubs to the rear and fencing along the side boundary. The rear garden slopes down and the site is set at a higher level than the adjoining properties of Ironlatch Cottages to the west. The site also adjoins residential development of The Suttons to the north which is characterised by detached dwellinghouses. Crowhurst Road lies to the south.
This application follows planning application (HS/FA/15/00303) which was refused. Although this development has the same description there are some differences:-
The houses are now lower due to the proposal now being built into the site, and the roof design has been significantly revised to reduce the bulk of the building (roof now hipped on all sides with a shallower pitch).
Members were shown plans and photographs of the application site.
The Principal Planner explained the previous proposal was considered too large and would have had an unacceptable impact on the residential area. He said the scheme has been built into the site so that it will fit in well and is more comparable with the surroundings.
Councillor Beaver proposed a motion to approve the application as set out in the resolution below. This was seconded by Councillor Sabetian.
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:
3043-200D, 210D, 215C and 220E;
3.
The new access shall be in the position shown on the submitted plan (drawing no. 3043-210 Rev D) and laid out and constructed in accordance with the attached HT407 form/diagram and all works undertaken shall be executed and completed by the applicant to the satisfaction of the Local Planning Authority prior to the commencement of development;
4.
The completed access shall have maximum gradients of 2.5% (1 in 40) from the channel line and 11% (1 in 9) thereafter;
5.
The access hereby permitted shall not be used until a turning space for vehicles has been provided and constructed in accordance with the submitted plan (drawing no. 3043-210 Rev D) and the turning space shall thereafter be maintained in a suitable condition for that use and shall not be used for ... view the full minutes text for item 17a
8 Grosvenor Crescent, St. Leonards on Sea PDF 312 KB
Additional documents:
Minutes:
Proposal:
Conversion of the existing building from 4 x flats to 7
x one and two bed flats, with extensions to the ground, first, second floors and roof of the western side/rear elevations, the raising of the rear section of existing ridgeline, the insertion of a window in the front elevation, the demolition of one chimney and reinstatement of another chimney, and the formation of an enclosed refuse/recycling & cycle store on the rear elevation
Application No:
HS/FA/17/00625
Existing Use:
Conservation Area:
Listed Building
Public Consultation
Residential flats.
Yes - Grosvenor Gardens
No
3 letters of objection received 1 letter of support
Having declared his prejudicial interest, Councillor Beaver was absent from the Chamber during discussion and voting. This item was brought to committee as requested by ward member, Councillor Beaver.
The Senior Planner, Mrs Meppem, presented this report for the conversion of the existing building from 4 flats to 7 flats (4 x 1 bed & 3 x 2 beds), extensions to the ground, first, second floors and roof; raising of the rear section of the existing ridgeline; insertion of a window in the front elevation; demolition of one chimney and reinstatement of another chimney; and formation of an enclosed refuse/recycling & cycle store on the rear elevation.
The site is located on the A259 opposite the seafront. The premises consists of an imposing semi-detached, three storey building with double height bay windows and large forward projecting gables at second floor level.
The Senior Planner stated that the premises is not a listed building and there is no parking associated with the premises. On street parking is available at the front of the site. She said the premises has historically been converted into four separate residential units and meets the minimum requirements for internal space standards. Although the site is in flood zone 2 and 3, this is covered by Condition 7 and Informative 4.
Members were shown plans and photographs of the application site.
Councillor Wincott proposed a motion to approve the application as set out in the resolution below. This was seconded by Councillor Sabetian.
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: RS/00, RS/01, RS/02, RS/03, RS/04, RS05, RS/06, RS/07, RS/09, RS/11, RS/12, RS/13 and RS14;
3.
The materials to be used in the construction of the external surfaces of the extensions and alterations hereby permitted shall match those used in the existing building;
4.
The windows shown on the proposed plans shown serving bathrooms, en-suites or WCs shall be obscure glazed and remain as such at all times;
5.
A 1.8 metre high obscure glazed screen shall be erected on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd floor balconies as shown on approved plans RS/03, RS/04 and RS/05 prior to completion of the development and retained thereafter;
First and Second Floor Flat, 74 Marina, St. Leonards on Sea PDF 298 KB
Additional documents:
Minutes:
Proposal:
Like for like replacement of an existing stone balcony with inclusion of supporting ornamental iron brackets (front elevation), reinstatement of historic sash windows at first floor level on the front facade, reinstatement of the traditional canopy as a like for like replacement, reorganisation of the apartments internally from a 1st and 2nd floor apartment to front and rear duplex apartments, erection of a two storey rear extension to include an internal staircase connecting the floors of the proposed rear Duplex apartment.
Application No:
HS/FA/17/00360
Existing Use:
Conservation Area:
Listed Building
Public Consultation
Residential.
Yes - Grosvenor Gardens
No
5 letters of objection and 6 letters of support received
Having declared his prejudicial interest, Councillor Sabetian was absent from the Chamber during discussion and voting.
The Planning Officer, Ms Ranson, presented this report for like for like replacement of an existing stone balcony with inclusion of supporting ornamental iron brackets (front elevation), reinstatement of historic sash windows at first floor level on the front facade, reinstatement of the traditional canopy as a like for like replacement. Reorganisation of the apartments internally from a 1st and 2nd floor apartment to front and rear duplex apartments. Erection of a two storey rear extension to include an internal staircase connecting the floors of the proposed rear Duplex apartment at Firstand Second Floor Flat, 74 Marina, St. Leonards on Sea.
The site comprises terraced property no.74 Marina situated on the seafront. The property is over 6 floors (including basement) and is situated towards the foot of the cliff slope behind.
Members were informed of an update to the report:-
• Daylight model provided accessible at:
Members were informed of key points of the application:-
• The works to the front elevation will enhance the character of the conservation area and improve the traditional appearance of this significant Sea-front property.
(There is support for the works to the front elevation and no objections.)• The proposed rear extension will be an improvement on the existing dilapidated extension. It will not cause significant harm to neighbour amenity from loss of light or privacy. The new wooden design of the extension will clearly demark the new from the old and will be complementary to the original.
• The proposed internal re-configuration to two self-contained apartments will improve the quality of accommodation at this property, providing each apartment with private facilities.
• While the cliff slope behind is potentially subject to instability, evidence has been submitted that any actual or potential instability relevant to this development can be dealt with through appropriate measures.
Members were shown plans and photographs of the application site.
Councillor Beaver proposed a motion to approve the application as set out in the resolution below. This was seconded by Councillor Rogers.
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 ... view the full minutes text for item 17c
Planning Appeals and Delegated Decisions PDF 51 KB
Minutes:
The Planning Services Manager reported that three planning appeals had been received; one planning appeal had been dismissed and one appeal had been allowed. She also reported on the number of delegated decisions.
All matters had arisen between 6 October to 3 November 2017.
The report was noted.
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