Agenda and minutes

Apologies for absence were received from Councillors Bexon, Clarke and Pearson.

Councillor Payne attended the meeting as substitute for Councillor Truscott, who had sent his apologies.

RESOLVED:

That the minutes of the above meeting, having been circulated, be approved as a correct record.

None.

Land West Of Westhouse Farm Moor Road Bestwood Nottinghamshire

Councillor Barnfather proposed a motion to defer determination of application number 2014/0238, on the grounds of sustainability and education provision, to allow time for an agreement to be made between the developer, Gedling Borough Council and Nottinghamshire County Council that would ensure adequate educational provision.

The motion was duly seconded and following a vote, the motion was lost.

Ms. Karen Peacock, a local resident, spoke against the proposals.

The Service Manager, Planning and Economic Development, informed Members of two additional letters that had been received in relation to the application since the publication of the agenda.

RESOLVED to GRANT OUTLINE PLANNING PERMISSION, subject to the applicant entering into a Section 106 Agreement with the Borough Council as local planning authority and with the County Council as local highway and education authority for the provision of, or financial contributions towards Affordable Housing, Open Space, Healthcare Facilities, Integrated Transport and Educational Facilities; and subject to the following conditions:   

Conditions

1.         Application for the approval of the reserved matters shall be made to the Borough Council not later than three years from the date of this permission.

2.         The vehicular access hereby permitted shall be constructed in accordance with the Proposed Site Access drawing (13152-010), deposited on 28th February 2014.

3.         Prior to the commencement of the development hereby approved a written assessment of the nature and extent of any potential or actual contamination shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Borough Council.  This assessment shall include a survey of the extent, scale and nature of contamination and an assessment of the potential risks to human health, property, adjoining land, controlled waters, ecological systems, archaeological sites and ancient monuments.  The assessment shall be undertaken by a competent person and shall assess any contamination of the site whether or not it originates on site.

4.         In the event that remediation is required to render the development suitable for use, a written remediation scheme and timetable of works shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Borough Council.  The scheme shall then be implemented in accordance with the approved details.  Prior to the development being first brought into use, a Verification Report (that satisfactorily demonstrates the effectiveness of the remediation carried out and identifying any requirements for longer-term monitoring of pollutant linkages, maintenance and arrangements for contingency action) must be submitted to and approved in writing by the Borough Council.

5.         Before development is commenced, there shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Borough Council details of a Dust Management Plan.  The plan shall be produced in accordance with 'The Control of Dust and Emissions from Construction and Demolition' (Best Practice Guidance).  The plan shall be implemented in accordance with the approved details.

6.         Before development is commenced there shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Borough Council details of the new road, including longitudinal and cross sectional gradients, visibility splays, Traffic Regulation Orders, street  ...  view the full minutes text for item 274.

Erect 38 No Dwellings and Associated Works.

Councillor Payne proposed a motion to briefly adjourn the meeting to allow Members to consider the minutes of the recent technical briefing, which had been circulated by email earlier in the week. The motion was duly seconded and following a vote, the meeting adjourned.

Following a brief adjournment, the meeting resumed.

Councillor Hope left the meeting.

Ms. Denise Ireland, on behalf of Linby Parish Council, spoke against the application.

Mr. Ian Corner, on behalf of Strata Homes, spoke in favour of the application.

The Service Manager, Planning and Economic Development, provided an update to Members on correspondence received in relation to the application since the publication of the agenda, clarified comments received from a number of statutory consultees and providing policy information.

RESOLVED to GRANT PLANNING PERMISSION subject to the applicant entering into a Section 106 Agreement with the Borough Council as local planning authority and with the County Council as education authority for financial contributions towards, Educational Facilities, Healthcare Facilities, Affordable Housing and Open Space; and subject to the following conditions:   

Conditions

1.       The development must be begun not later than three years beginning with the date of this permission.

2.       The development hereby permitted shall be constructed in accordance with the following approved plans: Standard External Details (SD7-06 Rev A, SD8-01, SD9-12), received on 11th August 2014; Existing and Proposed Levels (Hu/Wh/01/007), received on 21st November 2014; Single and Double Garage plans and elevations (Pa/WY/SG1, Pa/WY/SG2, Pa/WY/DG3), received on 12th December 2014; Materials Layout (29158-04-01-01 Rev A), received on 6th January 2015; Site Layout (29158-02-01 Rev E); Siena, Naples, Florence, Barcelona and Madrid house types (Drawing Nos: 09, 11, 12, 15 and 16), received on 8th January 2015; and new footway to Wighay Road (29158-04-02-01), received on 6th February 2015.

3.       The remediation scheme hereby permitted (to bring the site to a condition suitable for the intended use by removing unacceptable risks to critical receptors) shall be implemented in accordance with the approved details and timetable of works.  Prior to the occupation of any dwelling(s), a Verification Report (that demonstrates the effectiveness of the remediation carried out) must be submitted to and approved in writing by the Borough Council.

4.       In the event that contamination is found at any time when carrying out the approved development that was not previously identified it must be reported in writing immediately to the Borough Council and development must be halted immediately on that part of the site until such time that the Borough Council has given written approval for works to recommence on site.  Once contamination has been reported to the Borough Council, an assessment of contamination must be undertaken.  This assessment shall include a survey of the extent, scale and nature of contamination and an assessment of the potential risks to human health, property, adjoining land, controlled waters, ecological systems, archaeological sites and ancient monuments.  The assessment shall be undertaken by a competent person and shall assess any contamination of  ...  view the full minutes text for item 275.

Application withdrawn prior to the meeting.

Councillor Boot left the meeting.

Change of use at Aspect Court from B1 office unit to D2 Personal Training Studio.

Mr. James Woodford, the applicant, spoke in favour of the application.

The Service Manager, Planning and Economic Development, outlined a proposed additional condition, in the following terms:

“The operator of the use hereby approved shall keep a written record of all clients visiting the site (in relation to date and time of visits) for the lifetime of the development. The records shall be made available to the Borough Council when requested in writing by the Borough Council.”

RESOLVED to GRANT PLANNING PERMISISON subject to the following conditions:

Conditions

1.       The development must be begun not later than three years beginning with the date of this permission.

2.       The proposal shall be undertaken in accordance with the details as set out within the application forms received on the 2nd December 2014, the plans received on the 2nd December 2014, the letter from the applicant dated the 1st December 2014 and the e-mail received on the 2nd February 2015 which clarifies in precise details the number of clients expected to attend the premises within the morning and afternoon/evening periods.

3.       The maximum number of clients visiting the site in the morning period shall not exceed twelve and the number of clients visiting the site in the afternoon/evening period shall not exceed twelve, this excludes the staffing levels at the site at any one time.

4.               The operator of the use hereby approved shall keep a written record of all clients visiting the site (in relation to date and time of visits) for the lifetime of the development. The records shall be made available to the Borough Council when requested in writing by the Borough Council.

Reasons

1.       In order to comply with Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004.

2.       For the avoidance of doubt.

3.       To protect the amenity of neighbouring properties and the area in general in accordance with the aims of Policy ENV1 of the Gedling Borough Replacement Local Plan (Certain Saved Policies 2014).

4.               To protect the amenity of neighbouring properties in accordance with ENV1 and to assist with the monitoring of condition 3.

Reasons for Decision

The proposal is appropriate development within the Green Belt, results in no undue impact on the open character of the Green Belt or neighbouring properties and the proposal is acceptable from a highway safety viewpoint. The proposal therefore accords with policies contained within the Aligned Core Strategy, the National Planning Policy Framework and policy ENV1 of the Gedling Borough Council Replacement Local Plan (Certain Policies Saved 2014).

Notes to Applicant

Planning Statement - The Borough Council has worked positively and proactively with the applicant in accordance with paragraphs 186 to 187 of the National Planning Policy Framework.

The Chair declared a non-pecuniary interest, on behalf of all Members, as the applicant is Gedling Borough Council.

Erection of two pit tubs on either side of the entrance to Gedling Country Park at Spring Lane.

RESOLVED todelegate authority to the Corporate Director to GRANT CONDITIONAL PLANNING PERMISSION subject to no representations being received that raise material planning considerations.

Conditions

1.       The development must be begun not later than three years beginning with the date of this permission.

2.       The development shall be undertaken in accordance with the details as set out within the application forms received on the 8th January 2015, the plans received on the 8th January 2015 and the revised plan received on the 27th January 2015.

Reasons

1.       In order to comply with Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004.

2.       For the avoidance of doubt.

Reasons for Decision

The proposed development is visually acceptable and results in no significant impact on nearby properties or the area in general. The proposed development is also acceptable from a highway safety viewpoint. The development therefore accords with the  Aligned Core Strategy and the Gedling Borough Council Replacement Local Plan (Certain Policies Saved 2014).

Notes to Applicant

The attached permission is for development which will involve building up to, or close to, the boundary of the site.  Your attention is drawn to the fact that if you should need access to neighbouring land in another ownership in order to facilitate the construction of the building and its future maintenance you are advised to obtain permission from the owner of the land for such access before beginning your development.

The proposed development lies within a coal mining area which may contain unrecorded coal mining related hazards. If any coal mining feature is encountered during development, this should be reported immediately to The Coal Authority on 0845 762   6848. Further information is also available on The Coal Authority website at www.coal.decc.gov.uk.Property specific summary information on past, current and future coal mining activity can be obtained from The Coal Authority's Property Search Service on 0845 762 6848 or at www.groundstability.com.

Planning Statement - The Borough Council has worked positively and proactively with the applicant in accordance with paragraphs 186 to 187 of the National Planning Policy Framework.

The Chair declared a non-pecuniary interest, on behalf of all Members, as the applicant is Gedling Borough Council.

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RESOLVED toGRANT CONDITIONAL ADVERTISEMENT CONSENT:

Conditions

1.       The advertisements hereby approved shall be carried out in accordance with the details as set out within the application forms received on the 8th January 2015, the plans received on the 8th January 2015 and the revised plan received on the 27th January 2015.

Reasons

1.       For the avoidance of doubt.

RESOLVED:

To note the information.

RESOLVED:

To note the information.

None.