Development Division

DEVELOPMENT DIVISION

THE PLANNING COMMITTEE

24thMay, 2011

(D)For Information

Ladies and Gentlemen,

The applications in this report have been determined by the Director of Regeneration and Community Services under delegated authority (Minute No. 254, Planning Committee, 3rd September, 2002, confirmed by Council 24th September, 2002). The decisions are reported for your information.

The plans recommended for approval under the Town and Country Planning Acts will be subject to the standard conditions referred to in Minute No. 208 (April, 1971) of the Plans Sub-Committee, Barrow-in-Furness, County Borough Council, in addition to any conditions indicated hereunder.

Applications with a (P) besides the applicant’s name denotes those applications that were reported to the Planning Panel.

Director of Regeneration and Community Services

Applicationapproved on 6thApril, 2011

Accent Foundation LtdConstruction of additional car parking at Vicarage Mount, Barrow-in-Furness as shown on plan number 2011/0040.

2.The development shall be carried out in accordance with the application dated 13/12/2010 as amended on 04/04/2011 and the hereby approved plan ref. 9177/01 Rev A as amended on 04/04/2011.

Reason

To retain the development within the terms of the permission.

3.Prior to the commencement of any development, the following measures must be met to safeguard the tree identified as the ‘existing tree’ on drawing no. 9177/01 Rev A.

a)Fencing must be erected around the tree. This fencing must be at least 1.25 metres high and at a radius from the trunk defined by the crown spread but not exceeding 3.0 metres.

b)No excavations, site works, trenches, channels, pipes, services, temporary buildings used in connection with the development or areas for the deposit of soil or waste or for storage of construction materials, equipment or fuel shall be sited within the crown spread or any tree without the prior express consent of the Planning Authority.

c)No burning of any materials shall take place within 6 metres of any tree or tree groups to be retained without the prior express consent.

Reason

In order to ensure that damage does not occur to the trees during building or engineering operations.

Reason for Approval

That having regard to the provisions of Section 38(6) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act and all other material considerations, and subject to the proposed conditions, the development as proposed by reason of its location, design and orientation, will not have a detrimental impact upon the neighbouring properties or the visual amenities of the area. As such, the proposal complies with the Development Plan for the area.

Applications approved on 8thApril, 2011

Mr F. WatsonAddition of ground floor lounge to rear elevation with a balcony at The Old Chapel, Tarn Flatt, Marton as shown on plan number 2011/0141.

2.The development must be carried out in accordance with the plans (drawing numbers WAW 1369 1A-10A) hereby approved as submitted with the application forms dated 10.01.2011.

Reason

To ensure that the development is carried out only as indicated on the drawings approved by the Planning Authority.

3.Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (Amendment) (No. 2) (England) Order 2008 (or any Order revoking or re-enacting that Order with or without modifications) no opening of any kind shall be made in the north facing side elevation of the permitted extension without the permitted extension without the prior written consent of the Planning Authority.

Reason

In order to protect the residential amenities of neighbouring properties from overlooking or perceived overlooking.

Reason for Approval

Mr and Mrs FentonSubmission of details as required by Condition Nos. 2 and 3 of Listed Building Consent 2010/971 at Hoot House, Holbeck Park Avenue, Barrow-in-Furness as shown on plan number 2011/0130.

M & P GadsdenSubmission of details as required by Condition Nos. 2 and 4 of Planning Permission 2011/0167 at Old Chapel, Marsh Street, Marsh Street, Barrow-in-Furness as shown on plan number 2011/0167.

Non Material Amendments approved on 8thApril, 2011

Mr M. RichardsonApplication for aNon Material Amendment following the grant of permission 2008/1499 (Erection of a detached three bedroomed bungalow with attached garage and erection of detached garage)to allow a single enlarged dormer incorporating a new balcony to the left hand elevation and alterations to the roof alignment to the front elevation at Quarry Lodge, Lord Street, Dalton-in-Furness as shown on plan number 2011/0201.

Rocketfine Homes LtdNon Material Amendment to planning permission 2005/0771 to allow the erection of front porches on house types T3B (Plots 4-10 inclusive) at Former Roose Garden Centre (Plots 4-10 inc.) Flass Lane, Barrow-in-Furness as shown on plan number 2011/0172.

Applications approved on 12thApril, 2011

MrM. TurnerProvision of additional bedroom within roof space of side extension at 1 Askam View, Ireleth, Askam-in-Furness as shown on plan number 2011/0118.

2.The development shall be carried out in accordance with the application dated 09/02/11 and the plans (Drawing Ref. AT/1/1 or 10 to AT/10 of 10 inclusive) hereby approved as varied by the attached condition(s)

Reason

To ensure that the development is carried out only as indicated on the drawings approved by the Planning Authority.

Reason for Approval

Mr J. Noble(P)Erection of two garages to be used for general storage on land to the rear of 186 Park Avenue, Barrow-in-Furness as shown on plan number 2011/0140.

2.The development must be carried out in accordance with the plans (drawing nos. JN/2011/01 and JN/2011/02) hereby approved as varied by Condition No. 4 below, as submitted with the application dated 10.02.11.

Reason

To ensure that the development is carried out only as indicated on the drawings approved by the Planning Authority.

3.No development shall take place until samples of the materials to be used in construction of the external surfaces of the garages hereby permitted have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out in accordance with approved details.

Reason

In order to protect the residential amenities of the area due to the possible visual impact of the development.

4.Notwithstanding drawing number JN/2011/01 hereby approved, a 0.5 metre clearance strip shall be provided between the proposed garages and the edge of the back street.

Reason

In the interests of highway safety and to minimise possible danger to other highway users.

5.The garages must be used only for the storage of domestic items, including vehicles, and no trade or business must be carried out in, or from the premises without the prior written express consent of the Planning Authority.

Reason

In order to protect the residential amenities of the area due to the potential for the disturbance to nearby properties a commercial activity may generate.

Reason for Approval

The development hereby approved has been assessed against the Development Plan for the area, specifically policies B20 and D22 and material considerations, including third party representations. The Planning Authority concluded that the development, subject to the conditions imposed, would accord with the Development Plan and there were no other material considerations to justify a refusal of permission.

Mr RaffertyReplacement tree planting as required by condition no. 3 of Tree Preservation Order consent 2010/0260 at Seaways, Promenade, Walney, Barrow-in-Furness as shown on plan number 2010/1411.

S. D. McPolandSubmission of details (external finish) as required by Condition No. 2 of planning permission 2011/0079 – Erection of stables at The Paddock, Millwood Lane, Barrow-in-Furness.

Applications approved on 14thApril, 2011

Mr I. McMurdoErection of a two storey side extension, front porch and a utility/store room extension to side/rear elevation at 127 Worcester Street, Barrow-in-Furness as shown on plan number 2011/0066.

2.The development must be carried out in accordance with the application dated 13th January, 2011 and the plans (drawing numbers WAW 1371 1A to WAW 1294 12A inclusive) hereby approved as varied by the attached conditions.

Reason

To ensure that the development is carried out only as indicated on the drawings approved by the Planning Authority.

3.Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (Amendment) (No. 2) (England) Order 2008 (or any Order revoking or re-enacting that Order with or without modifications) no opening of any kind shall be made in the southern elevation at first floor level of the permitted extension without the permitted extension without the prior written consent of the Planning Authority.

Reason

In order to protect the residential amenities of neighbouring properties and the occupier(s) of no. 127 Worcester Street from overlooking or perceived overlooking, thereby, complying with saved policy B15 of the Borough of Barrow-in-Furness Local Plan Review 1996-2006, Housing Chapter Alteration 2006.

Reason for Approval

Mr D. LiveseyGround floor lounge/kitchen extension to rear elevation at 54 Strathmore Avenue, Barrow-in-Furness as shown on plan number 2011/0125.

2.The development must be carried out in accordance with the application dated 9thFebruary, 2011 and the plans (drawing numbers WAW 1375 1A to WAW 13757A inclusive) hereby approved as varied by the attached condition(s).

Reason

To ensure that the development is carried out only as indicated on the drawings approved by the Planning Authority.

3.Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (Amendment) (No. 2) (England) Order 2008 (or any Order revoking or re-enacting that Order with or without modifications) no opening of any kind shall be made in the northern and southern elevations(facing nos. 52 and 56 Strathmore Avenue respectively) of the permitted extension without the permitted extension without the prior written consent of the Planning Authority.

Reason

In order to protect the residential amenities of neighbouring properties from overlooking or perceived overlooking.

Reason for Approval

Application refused on 15thApril, 2011

M & P GadsdenRefusal of details (parking layout) as required by Condition No. 6 of planning permission 2008/1701 at Crooklands Garden Centre, Ulverston Road, Dalton-in-Furness as shown on plan number 2009/1745.

Reason for Refusal

The submitted details show a reduction in off street parking provision compared to that approved under ref. 2008/1701. In the opinion of the Local Planning Authority this reduction will result in pressure for on-street parking and additional manoeuvring/reversing out onto the highway. This will be to the unacceptable detriment of highway safety, a factor aggravated by the site’s location on a classified road outside the urban speed limit.

Applicationapproved on 18thApril, 2011

Neil Price LtdErection of an industrial unit without complying with Condition No. 5 of planning permission 2005/0449 to allow storage and distribution for milk supply business and erection of a single storey extension to rear elevation at 7 Crooklands Industrial Estate, Ulverston Road, Dalton-in-Furness as shown on plan number 2011/0162.

2.No vehicle related uses must be carried out from any of the industrial units hereby approved without the prior express approval of the Planning Authority.

Reason

Off street parking provision may not be sufficient to accommodate such uses.

3.Notwithstanding Condition No. 2 above, the unit shall be used as a milk supplies/distribution business only and no other B8 storage or distribution related use must be carried out without the prior express approval of the Planning Authority.

Reason

Off street parking provision may not be sufficient to accommodate such uses.

4.No outside storage shall take place except in the space indicated on drawing no. 3052-04D of planning permission 2005/0449 (or in accordance with a subsequent amendment approved in writing by the Planning Authority.

Reason

The application site is prominent in the views of the area and uncontrolled external storage would be detrimental to the character of the area.

5.All servicing and parking areas shall be maintained free of obstruction at all times, and no permanent development, whether permitted by the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995 (or any Order revoking and re-enacting that Order with or without modifications) shall be carried out on that land or such a position as to preclude vehicular access at any time.

Reason

To ensure that proper access and parking provision is made and retained for use in relation to the approved development.

6.All emissions from any odorous processes must be extracted through a properly designed and constructed exhaust ventilation system, adequately treated or filtered and discharged at sufficient height (at least 1 metre above eaves level) to prevent odours being observed beyond the site boundary. The exhaust gas flow must not be restricted by any plate etc. at the outlet which might affect dispersion. Details of the proposed system must be submitted to the Planning Department for approval prior to construction.

Reason

In the interests of environmental protection.

7.Noise from the development must not cause the background noise level (measured as the LA90 (10 minutes) to be exceeded at any neighbouring noise sensitive development. [Note: the noise is measured 3.5m from any reflective surface, other than the ground, at a height of between 1.2 and 1.5m].

Reason

In the interests of environmental protection.

8.The development must be carried out in accordance with the plans (drawing numbers P004 & TP-IND) hereby approved as submitted with the application forms dated 23.02.2011.

Reason

To ensure that the development is carried out only as indicated on the drawings approved by the Planning Authority.

Reason for Approval

The development hereby approved has been assessed against the Development Plan for the area, specifically policy E9 and material considerations, including third party representations. The Planning Authority concluded that the development, subject to the conditions imposed, would accord with the Development Plan and there were no other material considerations to justify a refusal of permission.

Applicationsapproved on 20thApril, 2011

Mr W. SmithsonErection of two storey extension to side elevation forming garage with bedroom over at 8 Rydal Close, Dalton-in-Furness as shown on plan number 2011/0148.

2.The development must be carried out in accordance with the application dated 13/01/2011 and the plans (drawing nos. 01 Rev A; 02 Rev A and 03 Rev A) as amended on 19/04/2011 as varied by the attached conditions.

Reason

To ensure that the development is carried out only as indicated on the drawings approved by the Planning Authority.

3.Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (Amendment) (No. 2) (England) Order 2008 (or any Order revoking or re-enacting that Order with or without modifications) no openings of any kind (accept that indicated) shall be made in the northern elevation of the permitted extension without prior written consent of the Planning Authority.

Reason

In order to protect the residential amenities of neighbouring properties and the occupier(s) of No. 8 Rydal Close from overlooking or perceived overlooking, thereby, complying with saved policy B15 of the Borough of Barrow-in-Furness Local Plan Review 1996-2006, Housing Chapter Alteration 2006.

Reason for Approval

C & S Property HoldingsApplication for new planning permission to replace an extant planning permission, in order to extend the time limit for implementation (Conversion of existing commercial building to twelve, one and two bedroom apartments 2008/0018) at James Fisher Annexe, Michaelson Road, Barrow-in-Furness as shown on plan number 2011/0202.

2.The development shall be carried out and completed in all respects in accordance with the hereby approved plans and drawings shown on drawings number 11023/02/11/1 – 11023/02/11/12 inclusive, and defined by this permission, and notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995 (or any Order revoking or re-enacting that Order with or without modification) there shall be no variation without the prior written consent of the Planning Authority.

Reason

To ensure that the development is carried out only as indicated on the drawings approved by the Planning Authority.

3.Drainage must be on the separate system with all foul drainage connected to the foul sewers and only uncontaminated surface water connected to the surface water system.

Reason

In order to ensure that the site is adequately drained and in order to control the potential for pollution of the water environment.

4.Prior to the beneficial occupation of any part of the development, three parking spaces must be provided and marked out in accordance with the parking layout plan submitted as part of the application, and thereafter permanently retained unless the Planning Authority gives prior consent for any variation.

Reason

In order to provide a suitable level of parking associated with the development.