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Apologies for Absence Minutes: Apologies were received from Councillors Edwards and Scott.
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Declarations of Interest Minutes: The following councillors declared their interests in the minutes as indicated:
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Minutes of previous meeting held on 15 August 2018 PDF 89 KB Minutes: RESOLVED – that the minutes of the meeting held on 15 August 2018 be approved and signed by the Chair as a true record. |
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Notification of any additional urgent items Minutes: None.
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Planning applications attracting a petition |
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The Stade Family Amusement Park, The Stade, Hastings PDF 372 KB Additional documents: Minutes:
This item was moved up the agenda with the agreement of the Chair.
Having raised her prejudicial interest, Councillor O’Callaghan was absent from the Chamber during discussion and voting of this item.
The Planning Services Manger presented this item for proposed extensions and refurbishments to main amusement building including raised roof to accommodate additional floor. Increased height and footprint of raised huts behind the main building. Proposed alterations to park and rides.Proposed new formalised and landscaped pedestrian footpath from A249 to beach. Proposed new boathouse and jetty at the Stade Family Amusement Park, The Stade, Hastings.
The Planning Services Manager recommended the item be deferred until the next available Planning Committee meeting as it was not clear to members of the public what was being proposed i.e. enlargement of the amusement park area. She asked for an adjournment to allow for a new site notice and re-publication of the application, so that the description is re-worded to include reference to the enlargement of the amusement park area.. This was proposed by Councillor Beaver and seconded by Councillor Davies.
RESOLVED – (Unanimously) that planning permission be deferred until the next available meeting after re-publication of the application.
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Harrow Lane Playing Fields, Harrow Lane, St. Leonards on Sea PDF 450 KB Additional documents: Minutes:
The Planning Services Manager presented this outline application, (seeking approval of Access) for the erection of 140 residential units (22 no. 4-bed, 61 no. 3-bed, 36 no. 2-bed, 21 no. 1-bed units) of which fifty six are 'affordable homes', public open space, access and landscaping at Harrow Lane Playing Fields, St. Leonards on Sea.
The Planning Services Manager explained that this item had been deferred at the last Planning Committee meeting held on 15 August 2018, to seek clarification on the use of a mini roundabout at the entrance to the site or other options for access to the site. The application has been brought to the next available Planning Committee following receipt of clarification on these points. The Planning Services Manager explained that this was an outline application to consider access only. She said that the site was allocated in the Local Plan for residential development. She advised Councillor’s that the site was not designated as open space and that the use of the land was considered at the Local Plan Inquiry.
The Planning Services Manager advised that East Sussex County Council have said the proposed access route onto the site is acceptable from a highways point of view. She said there is no other natural access route in terms of other surrounding development that would naturally lead to the cul-de-sac.
Alternative access points to the site were considered including (page 20 of the officer’s report): 1 - From Holmhurst St.Mary site, this was discounted as it placed over capacity on the approved Eldridge Way access and placed more traffic directly onto The Ridge as well as through the newly created residential streets. 2 - From Harrow Lane, The option of a shared access with 777 The Ridge at the point of the existing access was discounted as this was on the line of the existing public right of way that would require re-diversion, widening of the road and reduction of land available on which to develop. This would have large costs implications which may well make the development unviable. The provision of a mini roundabout was considered by ESCC Highways and their response is summarised below. 1. The visibility required to achieve a mini roundabout would require significant cutting into the bank, resulting in large retaining walls fronting Harrow Lane that is likely to detrimentally impact on the character and appearance of the area but introducing a dominant hard feature in addition to the road, where previously there was a bank. This is highly likely to be unacceptable in design terms and not therefore a suitable alternative. |
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20 Milward Crescent, Hastings PDF 429 KB Additional documents: Minutes:
The Principal Planning Officer, Mr Temple introduced this application for retrospective permission for a change of use from C3 (Dwelling House) to C4 (House in Multiple Occupation) containing 5 bedrooms at 20 Millward Crescent, Hastings.
Members were informed of several updates to the report:-
• One further neighbour comment has been made regarding the number of parking permits issued to this property. • Parking services have confirmed that no more than two permits can be issued each addressed property. As such 10 permits could be issued to this 5 bedroom HMO but only if parking capacity is available. Only one parking permit is issued at present, as set out in the committee report. Given the control Parking Services have this does not for a sustainable reason for refusal.
Members were shown plans, photographs and elevations of the application site.
The Principal Planning Officer said the loss of a single family dwelling for a family cannot be fully justified in this area and that there is an identified housing need within the Borough for large single family dwellings.
Councillor Beaver proposed a motion to refuse the application. This was seconded by Councillor Davies.
Note to the Applicant
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Railings fronting 37-75 Marline Road, St. Leonards on Sea PDF 389 KB Additional documents: Minutes:
The Principal Planning Officer, Mr Temple presented this application for advertisement consent for a display to show amount of EU investment in the St Leonards area. Requirement from funders of our EU SHINE (Sustainable Homes in Inclusive Neighbourhoods) Project on Railings forming 37-75 Marline Road, St. Leonards on Sea.
Members were shown plans, photographs and elevations of the application site.
Members were advised that this application had been brought to Planning Committee because the applicant holds a politically restricted post. Members were advised that they could only consider the impact on amenity and public safety. This was not a moving sign with no illumination and complied with policy.
Councillor Roberts proposed a motion to approve the application. This was seconded by Councillor Davies.
Reasons:
Notes to the Applicant
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6-8 Pelham Arcade, Pelham Place, Hastings PDF 338 KB Additional documents: Minutes:
The Planning Services Manager, Mrs Evans, presented this application for the replacement of lead guttering with new zinc guttering to match the existing zinc roof covering at 6-8 Pelham Arcade, Pelham Place, Hastings due to theft of the lead guttering on multiple occasions.
Members were shown plans, photographs and elevations of the application site.
Councillor Beaver proposed a motion to approve the application. This was seconded by Councillor Turner.
Reasons:
Notes to the Applicant
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Store 1, Bottle Alley, Eversfield Place, Lower Promenade, St. Leonards on Sea PDF 333 KB Additional documents: Minutes:
The Planning Officer Ms Ranson, presented this application for the proposed change of use from B8 (Storage) to D1 (Gallery/Studio) at Store 1, Bottle Alley, Eversfield Place, Lower Promenade, St. Leonards on Sea.
Updates:- • Deferment requested for this item: Estates have notified us of works on site to fit windows / door. Estates have been asked to forward drawings and photographs of the windows and door fitted so that they may be considered for any impact on the heritage asset.
Key Points:- • This application is a minor application made by Hastings Borough Council Estates Department and so needs to come before Planning Committee . • It is recommended that this matter be deferred to allow for submission and consideration of material alterations to windows and door openings.
Councillor Davies proposed a motion to defer the application. This was seconded by Councillor Beaver.
RESOLVED – (Unanimously) that planning permission be deferred to allow submission of further plans in respect of proposed external alterations. The application will be brought back to the next available Planning Committee following consideration of additional and amended plans and any necessary publicity.
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First Floor, 379 London Road, St. Leonards on Sea PDF 406 KB Additional documents: Minutes:
Councillor Rankin who was sat in the public gallery had a prejudicial interest in this application and left the chamber.
The Planning Officer, Ms Ranson presented this application for the change of use of first floor from Health and Well-Being Centre (D1) to 1 bedroom flat (C3 use) incorporating conversion of loft space - development of roof dormer to rear roof slope and insertion of three roof-lights in front roof slope at First Floor, 379 London Road, St. Leonards on Sea.
Key Points: • The loss of the existing D1 use is considered acceptable. • The proposed flat will be situated in a highly sustainable location. • The flat will make efficient use of the upper floors of the building and the planning principle of ‘living above the shop’ is widely established and supported. • The flat will provide a good internal living space and has access to Alexandra Park for outdoor amenity opportunity. • There is storage space for waste and parking available within the rear curtilage of the property, accessible for occupants of the flat through the building. • The proposed rear dormer is not considered to be harmful to the character of the area.
Members were shown plans, photographs and elevations of the application site.
The Planning Officer stated the dormer had been reduced in size: The eaves space had been removed and consequently the overall floor space had been reduced (D layout).
Councillor O’Callaghan proposed a motion to approve the application. This was seconded by Councillor Davies.
RESOLVED – (Unanimously) that planning permission be granted subject to the following conditions:
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Planning Appeals and Delegated Decisions PDF 127 KB Minutes:
The Planning Services Manager
reported that one planning appeal has
been received and one appeal had been allowed. She also reported on the number of delegated
decisions.
All matters had arisen between 3 August 2018 and 31 August 2018.
The report was noted.
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