Minutes of Development Control Committee Meeting - 20Th December 2010

MINUTES OF DEVELOPMENT CONTROL COMMITTEE MEETING - 20TH DECEMBER 2010

Present:

Councillor Evans (in the Chair)

Councillors

Brown / Mrs Fowler / Lee
Coleman / Haskett / Price
Doherty / Mrs Haynes / Stansfield

In attendance:

Mrs K Galloway and Mr M Shaw, Places Directorate
Mrs K McDonnell and Mrs C White, Resources Directorate

Also Present:

Councillor Blackburn

1. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

There were no declarations of interest on this occasion.

2. MINUTES OF THE MEETING HELD ON 29th NOVEMBER 2010

Resolved: That the minutes of the meeting held on 29th November 2010, be signed by the Chairman as a correct record.

3. PLANNING/ENFORCEMENT APPEALS LODGED AND DETERMINED

The Committee asked, of the allowed appeals, which had been awarded costs. The Head of Development Management advised that none of the allowed appeals had been awarded costs.

Resolved: To note the Planning/Enforcement Appeals lodged and determined.

Background papers: (1) Letter from the Planning Inspectorate dated 23rd November 2010

(2) Letter from the Planning Inspectorate dated 1st December 2010

(3) Letter from the Planning Inspectorate dated 30th November 2010

(4) Letter from the Planning Inspectorate dated 24th November 2010

(5) Letter from the Planning Inspectorate dated 6th December 2010

(6) Letter from the Planning Inspectorate dated 29th November 2010

(7) Letter from the Planning Inspectorate dated 24th November 2010

(8) Letter from the Planning Inspectorate dated 24th November 2010

4. PLANNING ENFORCEMENT UPDATE REPORT

Resolved: To note the outcomes of the cases set out in the report and to approve the actions of the Assistant Director, Enforcement and Quality Standards in authorising the Notices.

5. QUALITY DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP 2010

Resolved: To note the findings and conclusions of the Quality Development Workshop and to refer the report to the Cabinet Member for Tourism and Regeneration.

6. LAND TO REAR OF 247 CAUNCE STREET - APPLICATION 10/1140

The Committee considered application10/1140 for the erection of a terrace of 4 two storey dwellinghouses with associated access and car parking, at land to the rear of 247 Caunce Street.

Mrs Walsh addressed the Committee and spoke against the application.

Mr Hadwin addressed the Committee and spoke in support of the application.

Councillor Blackburn addressed the Committee as Ward Councillor.

The Committee questioned Mrs Walsh, the objector, in regards to the location of a stream that was mentioned in her representation. She advised, to the best of her knowledge, it ranfrom the site, underneath the local petrol station and under Layton Fields.

The Committee asked Mr Hadwin, the agent, if the applicant was aware of this stream. The agent advised that there was nothing showing on records, and that any issues with a high water table could be engineered out.

The Committee asked the agent what plans were proposed for the boundary treatments,in light of concerns of residentsregarding the differences in land levels across the site, andpotential for damage ifcars were to’overshoot’. Mr Hadwin advised that the land levels on the site were to be reduced.Replacement fencing, newkerbing and planting were also proposed.

The Committee enquired as to the number of parking spaces proposed. The plans indicated 6 spaces but the new parking condition on the update note, and explained by the officer on the site visit, proposed 7 spaces.

The Head of Development Management advised that the previous approved application for the site had 7 spaces. He advised that it was felt that more provided spaces would reduce thelikelihoodof residents and visitors parking on the access road.

Some members of the Committee expressed concern regarding Lancashire Fire and Rescue’s comments that the site was slightly substandard, in terms of access. The Head of Development Management advised that the Fire Service had stated that the access was slightly narrower than recommended. He advised that the parking and servicinglayoutplansfor the development were conditioned to be submitted for approval.

Some concern was also expressed regarding the visibility at the access/egresspointfrom the site onto Caunce Street. Members enquired about possible parking restrictions at this location and on the site itself. With advice from the Head of Legal Services and the Head of Transportation, members were informed that parking restrictions could be applied onroads if appropriate.The Committee was advised that parking issues within the site would be managed by futureowners and occupiersof the site.

Resolved: (1) To agree, in principle, to application10/1140 for the erection of a terrace of 4 two storey dwellinghouses with associated access and car parking, at land to the rear of 247 Caunce Street; and

(2) To authorise the Head of Development Management to determine the application, subject tothesatisfactory completion of a Section 106 Agreement, to secure a commuted sum payment of £3,440, in lieu of public open space.

Reasons for the Decision, Subject to the Above: The application has been considered in relation to policiesAS1, BH3, BH4, BH10, HN4, HN6, HN7, NE10, LQ1, LQ2and LQ6of the Blackpool Local Plan 2001-2016 and is in accordance with those policies and there are no other material considerations that weigh sufficiently against the proposal such as to warrant refusal.

7. MOTION MOVED, SECONDED, VOTED UPON AND LOST

During consideration of the preceding item the following motion was moved, seconded, voted upon and lost;

That the application be refusedas the development was overintensive, the parking inadequate and inadequate access/egress particularly when leaving the site to access Caunce Street.

8. 44 READS AVENUE - APPLICATION 10/1183

The Committee considered application10/1183 for theexternal alterations, car parking and refuse storage to the rear and use of premises as altered as 7 self-contained permanent flats, at 44 Reads Avenue.

Miss Logan addressed the Committee and expressed concernsabout theapplication, with regard to the effect upon her property and her legal rights.

Following Miss Logan’s comments and concerns some members of the Committee expressed concern that they had not viewed the building to be demolished. A motion was moved and seconded to defer the application pending another site visit.

The Head of Democratic Services acknowledged thatwhilst a motionhad been moved and seconded, it would beappropriateto allow the agent, Mr Hadwin,to speak on the limit issue. She advised that this would enable the Committee to vote on the motion having obtained any further information to assist their decision.

Mr Hadwin addressed the Committee on the demolition proposals and issues.

The Committee questioned Mr Hadwin, asking if access could be arranged if a further visit was considered necessary. Mr Hadwin advised that access through the application site was not possible due to the unsafe state of the property, but that access was possible via the gated alley to the rear of the property.

Resolved: That the application be approved, subject to the conditions, and for the reasons, set out in the appendix to the minutes.

Background papers: Applications, plans and replies to consultations upon the applications.

9. MOTION MOVED, SECONDED, VOTED UPON AND LOST

During consideration of the preceding item the following motion was moved, seconded, voted upon and lost;

That determination of the application be deferred to enable a further site visit to the rear of the application site.

10. LAND AT BROMLEY CLOSE (ADJACENT TO RATHMOREGARDENS) - APPLICATION 10/1212

The Committee considered application10/1212 for the renewal of planning permission 07/0303 involving the erection of 12 self-contained permanent flats within three, two storey blocks with associated access, landscaping and car parking, land at Bromley Close, adjacent to RathmoreGardens.

Mrs White addressed the Committee and spoke against the application.

The Committee asked Mrs White if there had been any further incidences of flooding since the Committee had last visited the site in 2007. She advised to the best of knowledge there had not, but water collection was still a concern.

Resolved: (1) To agree, in principle, to application10/1212 for the renewal of planning permission 07/0303 involving the erection of 12 self-contained permanent flats within three, two storey blocks with associated access, landscaping and car parking, land at Bromley Close, adjacent to Rathmore Gardens; and

(2) To authorise the Head of Development Management to determine the application, subject tothe satisfactory completion of a Section 106 Agreement to secure a commuted sum payment of £7,224, in lieu of public open space.

Reasons for the Decision, Subject to the Above: The application has been considered in relation to policiesHN1, HN4, HN6, AS1, BH3, BH4, BH10, LQ1, LQ2, LQ3, LQ4, LQ6and NE10of the Blackpool Local Plan 2001-2016 and is in accordance with those policies and there are no other material considerations that weigh sufficiently against the proposal such as to warrant refusal.

11. 77-81 AND 85 CHURCH STREET - APPLICATION 10/1400

Resolved: (1) To agree, in principle, to application10/1400 for external alterations to Church Street and Adelphi Street elevations, at 77-81 and 85 Church Street; and

(2) To authorise the Head of Development Management to issue the decision once the period of consultation has expired, subject to no new grounds of objection being raised.

Reasons for the Decision, Subject to the Above: The application has been considered in relation to Policies LQ1, LQ2, LQ9, LQ10, SR2 and AS1 of the Blackpool Local Plan 2001-2016 and is in accordance with those policies and there are no other material considerations that weigh sufficiently against the proposal such as to warrant refusal.

12. 77-81 AND 85 CHURCH STREET - APPLICATION 10/1401

Resolved: (1) To agree, in principle, to application10/1401 for replacement of curtain walling, removal of the canopy and replacement of the shop windows to the north and west elevations. Removal of the roof lantern, roof plant and roof covering, renewal of the roof incorporating rooflights, sunpipes and service plant. The internal refurbishment to first and second floors and new internal access from 85 Church Street, at 77-81 and 85 Church Street; and

(2) To authorise the Head of Development Management to issue the decision once the application has been determined by the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government.

Reasons for the Decision, Subject to the Above: The application has been considered in relation to Policies LQ1, LQ2, LQ9, LQ10, SR2 and AS1 of the Blackpool Local Plan 2001-2016 and is in accordance with those policies and there are no other material considerations that weigh sufficiently against the proposal such as to warrant refusal.

13. WINTER GARDENS, CHURCH STREET - APPLICATION 10/1402

Resolved: (1) To agree, in principle, to application10/1402 for internal conversion of the amusement arcade into a cafe and exhibition area with associated works, refurbishment of the bistro and associated internal alterations and internal decorations and repairs between the Floral Hall up to the west end of the Horseshoe Theatre, at the Winter Gardens, Church Street; and

(2) To authorise the Head of Development Management to issue the decision once the application has been determined by the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government.

Reasons for the Decision, Subject to the Above: The application has been considered in relation to Policies LQ9, RR1, SR2 and AS1 of the Blackpool Local Plan 2001-2016 and is in accordance with those policies and there are no other material considerations that weigh sufficiently against the proposal such as to warrant refusal.

Chairman

(The meeting ended at 6:14 pm)

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