Meeting documents

Development Control Committee
Wednesday, 3rd June, 2015 2.00 pm

Development Control Minutes

Date:
Wednesday, 15th April, 2015
Time:
14:00
Place:
Civic Suite, Civic Centre, Southend-on-Sea
 

Attendance Details

ItemDescriptionResolution
Part I
825 Apologies and substitutions.
 Apologies for absence were received from Councillors R N Morgan (Substitute: Councillor Woodley), and M Royston (Substitute: Councillor Robinson).
826 Declarations of interest.
 The following interests were declared at the meeting:

(a) Councillors Assenhiem and Betson - 15/00223/BC3, 15/00224/BC3, 15/00225/BC3, 15/00232/BC3, 15/00233/BC3 & 15/00248/BC3 - Disqualifying non-pecuniary interest: Councillor appointed member of the South Essex Homes Board (attended pursuant to the dispensation agreed by the Standards Committee at its meeting on 19th February 2015, under S.33 of the Localism Act 2011 to participate in the debate and vote - Minute 656 refers);

(b) Councillor Betson - 14/01708/FULM - Non-pecuniary interest: Friend lives in the road;

(c) Councillor D Garston - 15/00292/FUL - Non-pecuniary interest: Son live in the road;

(d) Councillor D Garston - 15/00246/FUL - Non-pecuniary interest: Son lives round the corner to the application site (Note: Councillor Garston abstained from voting in respect of this application);

(e) Councillor D Garston - EN/14/00177UNAU_15 - Non-pecuniary interest: Well known as patron of the business;

(f) Councillor McMahon - 15/0222/FUL - Disqualifying non-pecuniary interest: Has served as an unpaid Director of the YMCA and helped in the design brief for this development (withdrew);

(g) Councillor McMahon - 15/00223/BC3, 15/00224/BC3, 15/00225/BC3, 15/00232/BC3, 15/00233/BC3 & 15/00248/BC3 - Disqualifying non-pecuniary interest: Councillor appointed member of the South Essex Homes Board (attended pursuant to the dispensation agreed by the Standards Committee at its meeting on 15th January 2015, under S.33 of the Localism Act 2011 to participate in the debate and vote - Minute 559 refers);

(h) Councillor Woodley - 15/00223/BC3, 15/00224/BC3, 15/00225/BC3, 15/00232/BC3, 15/00233/BC3 & 15/00248/BC3 - Disqualifying non-pecuniary interest: Leader of the Council (Applicants) (withdrew).
827 Supplementary Report
 The Committee received a supplementary report by the Corporate Director for Place that provided additional information on items referred to elsewhere on the Agenda.
828 Reports on Planning Applications
Business for item 828
The decision of the Committee in relation to each application is set out below:

(a) Blenheim Park Ward
14/01708/FULM
Erect single storey building for use as sports hall and class rooms (Class D1 Non-Residential Institutions)
Wellstead Gardens Sports and Social Club, Wellstead Gardens, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex
South Essex College
APC Planning Ltd

Ms Sanders, a local resident, spoke as an objector to the application. Mr McGarel, the Applicant's Agent, responded.

Planning Permission REFUSED for the following reasons:

01 The proposed development, by reason of its height, scale, bulk, design and materials, along with its proximity to neighbouring properties, would result in a visually intrusive and overbearing development to the detriment of the amenities of nearby residential occupiers and the character of the area, contrary to policies KP2 and CP4 of the Southend Core Strategy, and policy C11 of the saved Borough Local Plan.

02 The proposed development, by reason of unsatisfactory provision of parking, restricted vehicular access and resultant traffic generation, will cause noise and disturbance to neighbouring residents and generate additional on street parking in an area of parking stress, to the detriment of highway safety and the efficiency of the local highway network, contrary to the NPPF, Policy CP3 of The Southend Core Strategy, Policies T8 and T11 of the Borough Local Plan and emerging policy DM15 of the Southend Development Management DPD.

03 The proposed development would result in the loss of private open space and would be detrimental to the character and amenity of the surrounding area contrary to saved Policy C15 of the Borough Local Plan.


(b) Milton Ward
15/00066/FULH
Erect single storey building opposite 5 Park Terrace (Amended Proposal)
5 Park Terrace, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex, SS0 7PH
Mr Jim Lawrence
New World Designers

Mr Cannon, a local resident, spoke as an objector to the application.

Planning Permission GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

01 The development hereby permitted shall begin not later than three years from the date of this decision.

Reason: Required to be imposed pursuant to Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.

02 The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans: 2461/10/34A

Reason: To ensure that the development is carried out in accordance with the provisions of the Development Plan.

03 No development shall take place until details/samples of materials to be used on the external elevations including windows and doors have been submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall only be carried out in accordance with the approved details.

Reason: In the interests of visual amenity and to ensure that the appearance of the building makes a positive contribution to the character and appearance of the area. This is as set out in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policy KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy C11, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

04 No development shall take place until details of soft and hard landscape works have been submitted to and approved by the local planning authority.

Reason: To ensure that the development is satisfactory in terms of its appearance and that it makes a positive contribution to the amenity of future occupants in accordance with DPD1 (Core Strategy) policy KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy C11, H5 and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide.

05 The outbuilding hereby permitted shall only be used for purposes ancillary to the residential use of the dwelling known as No. 5 Park Terrace.

Reason: To safeguard the character and amenities of the area and to safeguard the amenities of adjoining residential properties, in accordance with Policies C11 and H5 of the Southend-on-Sea Borough Local Plan.

The Local Planning Authority has acted positively and proactively in determining this application by identifying matters of concern within the application (as originally submitted) and negotiating, with the Applicant, acceptable amendments to the proposal to address those concerns. As a result, the Local Planning Authority has been able to grant planning permission for an acceptable proposal, in accordance with the presumption in favour of sustainable development, as set out within the National Planning Policy Framework. The detailed analysis is set out in a report on the application prepared by officers.


(c) West Leigh Ward
15/00292/FUL
Demolish existing dwellinghouses at 104-106 Salisbury Road, erect four semi-detached dwellinghouses and form additional vehicular crossover onto Salisbury Road (Amended Proposal)
104 Salisbury Road, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 2JN
Derek Macdonald
ABD Design & Build Ltd

Mr Colyer, a local resident, spoke as an objector to the application. Mr Burry, the Applicant's Agent, responded.

Planning Permission REFUSED for the following reason:

01 The proposed development by reason of unsatisfactory provision of parking will cause additional on street parking in an area of parking stress to the detriment highway safety and the local highway network contrary to guidance contained within the NPPF, Policy DM15 of Development Management DPD2, Policy CP3 of the DPD1 (Core Strategy), Policies T8 and T11 of the Borough Local Plan and the Design and Townscape Guide (SPD1).

The Local Planning Authority has acted positively and proactively in determining this application by identifying matters of concern with the proposal and determining the application within a timely manner, clearly setting out the reason(s) for refusal, allowing the Applicant the opportunity to consider the harm caused and whether or not it can be remedied by a revision to the proposal. The detailed analysis is set out in a report prepared by officers. In the circumstances the proposal is not considered to be sustainable development. The Local Planning Authority is willing to discuss the best course of action and is also willing to provide pre-application advice in respect of any future application for a revised development, should the applicant wish to exercise this option in accordance with the Council's pre-application advice service


(d) Victoria Ward
14/02043/FULM
Demolish existing buildings, erect part 3/part4 storey block comprising 55 flats, 395sqm retail commercial floorspace at ground floor, communal amenity space, landscaping, parking and associated works.
411-415 Sutton Road, Southend-on-Sea
Dove Jeffrey Homes and Moat Homes
Mr Adam McLatchie Dove Jeffrey Homes

Mr Weedan, a local resident, spoke as an objector to the application. Mr Dove, the Applicant, responded.

DEFERRED (PMSV)


(e) Blenheim Park Ward
15/00305/RESM
Demolish existing building and erect 4 storey block comprising of 22 flats, 2 commercial units, lay out parking, refuse and cycle stores (Approval of reserved matters following outline application 10/00129/OUTM which was granted extension of time under 13/00061/EXTM dated 19.03.2013)(Amended Proposal)
845 - 849 London Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex
Venture Capital Associates Ltd
David Plant Architecture Ltd

Reserved Matters APPROVED subject to the following conditions:

01 The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with plans 356.202.04; 356.203.03; 356.200.02; 356.201.02; PR024-01B; 356.205.00.

Reason: To ensure that the development is carried out in accordance with the policies outlined in the Reason for Approval.

02 No development shall take place until samples of the facing material to be used, including elevations, undercroft gate for parking, glazing, doors, shopfront, window, balustrades, boundary treatments and paving have been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. The works must then be carried out in accordance with the approved materials unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority.

Reason: In the interests of visual amenity and to ensure that the appearance of the building makes a positive contribution to the character and appearance of the area. This is as set out in the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policy KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy C11, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

03 No development shall be occupied until 27 car parking spaces have been provided, together with a properly constructed vehicular access to the adjoining highway, all in accordance with the approved plans, unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The car parking hereby approved shall be retained for the use of occupiers or visitors to the residential units in perpetuity unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority.

Reason: To ensure that satisfactory off-street car parking is provided in the interests of residential amenity and highways efficiency and safety, in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policy KP2, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy T8 and T11, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

04 All planting in the approved landscaping as shown on drawing PR024-01B landscape plan, as part of the Reserved Matters, scheme shall be carried out within 12 calendar months of the completion of the development. Any trees or shrubs dying, removed, being severely damaged or becoming seriously diseased within five years of planting shall be replaced with trees or shrubs of such size and species as may be agreed with the local planning authority.

Reason: To ensure a satisfactory standard of landscaping, pursuant to Policy C14 of the Southend on Sea Borough Local Plan.

05 The details of renewable energy shall be carried out in accordance with the Sustainability and Energy Report by David Plant Architecture as part of this application and drawing 356.201.02, shall be implemented prior to occupation of the flats to provide at least 10% onsite renewable energy, unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority.

Reason: To minimise the environmental impact of the development through efficient use of resources and better use of sustainable and renewable resources in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework, DPD1 (Core Strategy) policy KP2 and CP4, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

06 Prior to the occupation of the development the acoustic fence details shall be installed in accordance with drawing 356.205.00 and details of acoustic fencing from David Plant Architecture submitted on the 26.03.2015 along the northern boundary of the site and remain in perpetuity, unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority.

Reason: To safeguard the visual amenities of the area, in accordance with Policy H5 of the Southend-on-Sea Borough Local Plan.

07 No flats hereby approved shall be occupied until cycle parking spaces have been provided in accordance with the approved plans, unless otherwise and cycle parking shall be retained in perpetuity unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority.

Reason: To safeguard the visual amenities of the area, and to provide satisfactory cycle store provision on site, in accordance with Policy H5, H7, T8, T13 of the Southend-on-Sea Borough Local Plan.

08 No flat roofed areas of the proposed development, with the exception of the roof terrace specified on plan 356.201.02, are to be used for sitting out or any type of amenity space unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority.

Reason: To prevent overlooking in the interest of the amenity of the adjoining residents in accordance with Policy H5, H7 and C11 of the Southend-on-Sea Borough Local Plan.

09 A 1.8m high obscure glazed screen shall be erected to the north, east and west elevations of communal roof terrace as detailed on drawing 356.201.02 (the glass to be obscure to at least Level 4 on the Pilkington Levels of Privacy, or such equivalent as may be agreed in writing with the local planning authority) shall be erected concurrently with the carrying out of the development hereby permitted and shall be thereafter permanently retained, in accordance with details which shall have first been submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority.

Reason: To prevent overlooking in the interest of the amenity of the adjoining residents in accordance with Policy H5, H7 and C11 of the Southend-on-Sea Borough Local Plan.

10 Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995 (as amended), or any order revoking and re-enacting that Order with or without modification, no development shall be carried out within Schedule 2, Part 24, to those Orders.

Reason: In the interest of the visual amenity of the future occupiers and the adjoining residents and in accordance with DPD1 (Core Strategy 2007) policy CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy C11 and H5 and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).


The Local Planning Authority has acted positively and proactively in determining this application by assessing the proposal against all material considerations, including planning policies and any representations that may have been received and subsequently determining to grant planning permission in accordance with the presumption in favour of sustainable development, as set out within the National Planning Policy Framework. The detailed analysis is set out in a report on the application prepared by officers.


(f) Chalkwell Ward
15/00219/OUT
Demolish existing single storey office building, erect six three storey dwelling houses, associated landscaping and form vehicular accesses on to Station Road (Outline - Amended Proposal)
315 Station Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex, SS0 8DZ
Belgy Property Services Ltd
SKA Architects Ltd

Outline Planning Permission REFUSED for the following reason:

1 The proposed development by reason of lack of good quality useable amenity space for potential future occupiers would result in a poor living environment for future occupiers and be contrary to the provisions of the National Planning Policy Framework, Policy KP2 and CP4 of the Core Strategy, policy H5 of the Southend-on-Sea Borough Local Plan and advice contained within the adopted Design and Townscape Guide (SPD1).
The Local Planning Authority has acted positively and proactively in determining this application by identifying matters of concern with the proposal and determining the application within a timely manner, clearly setting out the reason(s) for refusal, allowing the Applicant the opportunity to consider the harm caused and whether or not it can be remedied by a revision to the proposal. The detailed analysis is set out in a report prepared by officers. In the circumstances the proposal is not considered to be sustainable development. The Local Planning Authority is willing to discuss the best course of action and is also willing to provide pre-application advice in respect of any future application for a revised development, should the applicant wish to exercise this option in accordance with the Council's pre-application advice service.


(g) Shoeburyness Ward
15/00223/FUL
Demolish existing garages and erect two semi-detached dwellinghouses, layout hardstanding and form vehicular access onto Ashanti Close.
Garages rear of 49 and 51 and adjacent 57, 69 and 71 Ashanti Close, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-Sea, Essex.
Mr. T. Holland (Southend-on-Sea Borough Council)
Mr. S. Lewis (AK Design Partnership LLP)

Planning Permission GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

01 The development hereby permitted shall begin not later than three years from the date of this decision. (C01A)

Reason: Required to be imposed pursuant to Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990. (R01A)

02 The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans: 3679-3.100 PL1 and 3679-3.101 PL3

Reason: To ensure that the development is carried out in accordance with the provisions of the Development Plan. (R01D)

03 Unless otherwise agreed in writing with the local planning authority, the development hereby permitted shall be constructed entirely of the materials details of which are shown on the plans hereby approved.

Reason: In the interest of visual amenity in accordance with the NPPF, DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policies KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policies C11 and H5 and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

04 4 car parking spaces shall be provided to serve the proposed dwellings in accordance with the approved plans prior to the occupation of any of the flats hereby approved.

Reason: To ensure that satisfactory off-street car parking is provided in the interests highways efficiency and safety, in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policy KP2, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy T8 and T11, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

05 No development shall take place until full details of both hard and soft landscape works have been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority and these works shall be carried out as approved unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority. These details shall include, for example:-

i. proposed finished levels or contours;
ii. means of enclosure;
iii. hard surfacing materials;

Soft landscape works shall include trees (number/species/size on planting), shrubs, lower level planting and grassed areas

Reason: To ensure that the development is satisfactory in terms of its appearance and that it makes a positive contribution to the local environment and biodiversity in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), DPD1 (Core Strategy) policy KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy C11 and C14, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

06 All planting in the approved landscaping scheme shall be carried out within the first planting season following the completion of the development. Any trees or shrubs dying, removed, being severely damaged or becoming seriously diseased within five years of planting shall be replaced with trees or shrubs of such size and species as may be agreed with the local planning authority.

Reason: To ensure a satisfactory standard of landscaping, pursuant to Policy C14 of the Southend-on-Sea Borough Local Plan.

07 Before the development hereby permitted is begun a scheme for generating 10% of the predicted energy requirement of the development from decentralised renewable and/or low carbon sources shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. The approved scheme shall be implemented before the development is first occupied and shall remain operational for the lifetime of the development unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority

Reason: To minimise the environmental impact of the development through efficient use of resources and better use of sustainable and renewable resources in accordance with the NPPF, DPD1 (Core Strategy) policy KP2 and CP4, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

08 Notwithstanding the provisions of Classes A, B and E of Part 1 of Schedule 2 to the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995 (or any statutory modification or re-enactment or replacement thereof (as the case may be) for the time being in force), no outbuildings shall be erected and none of the dwellings hereby approved shall be enlarged or altered unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority.

Reason: In the interest of visual amenity in accordance with DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policies KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policies C11 and H5 and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

09 1) No site clearance, preparatory work or development shall take place until a scheme for the protection of the retained trees (the tree protection plan) and the appropriate working methods (the arboricultural method statement) in accordance with Clause 7 of British Standard BS5837 - Trees in Relation to Construction - Recommendations has been agreed in writing by the local planning authority. These measures shall be carried out as described and approved.

2) All tree work shall be carried out in accordance with British Standard BS3998 - Recommendations for Tree Work.

3) No retained tree shall be cut down, uprooted, destroyed, pruned, cut or damaged in any manner within 2 years from the first us of the building hereby approved other than in accordance with the approved plans and particulars, without the prior written approval of the local planning authority.

4) If any retained tree is cut down, uprooted or destroyed or dies another tree shall be planted at the same place and that tree shall be of such size and species and planted at such time as may be specified in writing by the local planning authority.

5) No fires shall be lit within 2 metres of the nearest point of the canopy of any retained tree.

6) No equipment, machinery or structure shall be attached to or supported by a retained tree.

7) No mixing of cement or use of other contaminating materials or substances shall take place within, or close enough to, a root protection area that seepage or displacement could cause them to enter a root protection area.

8) No alterations or variations to the approved works or tree protection schemes shall be made without prior written consent of the local planning authority.

Reason: To make sure that the trees on the site are adequately protected during building works in the interests of visual amenity and in accordance with DPD1 (Core Strategy) policy KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy C14, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

The Local Planning Authority has acted positively and proactively in determining this application by assessing the proposal against all material considerations, including planning policies and any representations that may have been received and subsequently determining to grant planning permission in accordance with the presumption in favour of sustainable development, as set out within the National Planning Policy Framework. The detailed analysis is set out in a report on the application prepared by officers.


(h) Shoeburyness Ward
15/00224/FUL
Demolish existing garages and erect two semi-detached dwellinghouses and layout 12 parking spaces.
Garages rear of 29-35 Bulwark Road, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-Sea, Essex.
Mr. T. Holland (Southend-on-Sea Borough Council)
Mr. S. Lewis (AK Design Partnership LLP)

Planning Permission GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

01 The development hereby permitted shall begin not later than three years from the date of this decision. (C01A)

Reason: Required to be imposed pursuant to Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990. (R01A)

02 The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans: 3679-5.100 PL1 and 3679-5.101 PL3

Reason: To ensure that the development is carried out in accordance with the provisions of the Development Plan. (R01D)

03 Unless otherwise agreed in writing with the local planning authority, the development hereby permitted shall be constructed entirely of the materials details of which are shown on the plans hereby approved.

Reason: In the interest of visual amenity in accordance with the NPPF, DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policies KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policies C11 and H5 and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

04 12 car parking spaces shall be provided in accordance with the approved plans prior to the occupation of any of the dwellings hereby approved.

Reason: To ensure that satisfactory off-street car parking is provided in the interests highways efficiency and safety, in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policy KP2, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy T8 and T11, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

05 No development shall take place until full details of both hard and soft landscape works have been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority and these works shall be carried out as approved unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority. These details shall include, for example:-

i. proposed finished levels or contours;
ii. means of enclosure;
iii. hard surfacing materials;

Soft landscape works shall include trees (number/species/size on planting), shrubs, lower level planting and grassed areas

Reason: To ensure that the development is satisfactory in terms of its appearance and that it makes a positive contribution to the local environment and biodiversity in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), DPD1 (Core Strategy) policy KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy C11 and C14, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

06 All planting in the approved landscaping scheme shall be carried out within the first planting season following the completion of the development. Any trees or shrubs dying, removed, being severely damaged or becoming seriously diseased within five years of planting shall be replaced with trees or shrubs of such size and species as may be agreed with the local planning authority.

Reason: To ensure a satisfactory standard of landscaping, pursuant to Policy C14 of the Southend-on-Sea Borough Local Plan.

07 Before the development hereby permitted is begun a scheme for generating 10% of the predicted energy requirement of the development from decentralised renewable and/or low carbon sources shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. The approved scheme shall be implemented before the development is first occupied and shall remain operational for the lifetime of the development unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority

Reason: To minimise the environmental impact of the development through efficient use of resources and better use of sustainable and renewable resources in accordance with the NPPF, DPD1 (Core Strategy) policy KP2 and CP4, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

08 Notwithstanding the provisions of Classes A, B and E of Part 1 of Schedule 2 to the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995 (or any statutory modification or re-enactment or replacement thereof (as the case may be) for the time being in force), no outbuildings shall be erected and none of the dwellings hereby approved shall be enlarged or altered unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority.

Reason: In the interest of visual amenity in accordance with DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policies KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policies C11 and H5 and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

Informatives

1. You are advised that the development should be undertaken in accordance with the requirements of the Party Wall etc Act 1996. More details of this act can be found at https:www.gov.uk/party-wall-etc-act-1996-guidance

2. Please be aware that under the terms of the Building Regulations, you will be required to ensure that adequate sewage infrastructure is available to serve the proposed development. It is advised that you contact Anglian Water with respect to this matter prior to the commencement of the development.

3. Please be aware that the Local Planning Authority encourages the provision of parking spaces suitable for use by disabled persons at the dwellings hereby approved within the parking courts at the site for use by residents of the local area.

The Local Planning Authority has acted positively and proactively in determining this application by assessing the proposal against all material considerations, including planning policies and any representations that may have been received and subsequently determining to grant planning permission in accordance with the presumption in favour of sustainable development, as set out within the National Planning Policy Framework. The detailed analysis is set out in a report on the application prepared by officers.


(i) Shoeburyness Ward
15/00225/FUL
Demolish existing garages, erect terrace of three dwellinghouses and form vehicular crossover and layout parking at rear.
Garages adjacent 1 and 7 Exeter Close, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-Sea, Essex
Mr. T. Holland (Southend-on-Sea Borough Council)
Mr. S. Lewis (AK Design Partnership LLP)

Planning Permission GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

01 The development hereby permitted shall begin not later than three years from the date of this decision. (C01A)

Reason: Required to be imposed pursuant to Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990. (R01A)

02 The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans: 3679-6.100 PL3 and 3679-6.101 PL1

Reason: To ensure that the development is carried out in accordance with the provisions of the Development Plan. (R01D)

03 Unless otherwise agreed in writing with the local planning authority, the development hereby permitted shall be constructed entirely of the materials details of which are shown on the plans hereby approved.

Reason: In the interest of visual amenity in accordance with the NPPF, DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policies KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policies C11 and H5 and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

04 8 car parking spaces shall be provided in accordance with the approved plans prior to the occupation of any of the dwellings hereby approved.

Reason: To ensure that satisfactory off-street car parking is provided in the interests highways efficiency and safety, in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policy KP2, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy T8 and T11, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

05 No development shall take place until full details of both hard and soft landscape works have been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority and these works shall be carried out as approved unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority. These details shall include, for example:-

i. proposed finished levels or contours;
ii. means of enclosure;
iii. hard surfacing materials;

Soft landscape works shall include trees (number/species/size on planting), shrubs, lower level planting and grassed areas

The soft landscaping works shall also include the planting of four trees on the land to the South of Exeter Close as shown on plan 3679-6.100 PL3.

Reason: To ensure that the development is satisfactory in terms of its appearance and that it makes a positive contribution to the local environment and biodiversity in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), DPD1 (Core Strategy) policy KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy C11 and C14, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

06 All planting in the approved landscaping scheme, within and outside the application site, shall be carried out within the first planting season following the completion of the development. Any trees or shrubs dying, removed, being severely damaged or becoming seriously diseased within five years of planting shall be replaced with trees or shrubs of such size and species as may be agreed with the local planning authority.

Reason: To ensure a satisfactory standard of landscaping, pursuant to Policy C14 of the Southend-on-Sea Borough Local Plan.

07 Before the development hereby permitted is begun a scheme for generating 10% of the predicted energy requirement of the development from decentralised renewable and/or low carbon sources shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. The approved scheme shall be implemented before the development is first occupied and shall remain operational for the lifetime of the development unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority

Reason: To minimise the environmental impact of the development through efficient use of resources and better use of sustainable and renewable resources in accordance with the NPPF, DPD1 (Core Strategy) policy KP2 and CP4, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

08 Notwithstanding the provisions of Classes A, B and E of Part 1 of Schedule 2 to the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995 (or any statutory modification or re-enactment or replacement thereof (as the case may be) for the time being in force), no outbuildings shall be erected and none of the dwellings hereby approved shall be enlarged or altered unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority.

Reason: In the interest of visual amenity in accordance with DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policies KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policies C11 and H5 and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).


Informatives

1. You are advised that the development should be undertaken in accordance with the requirements of the Party Wall etc Act 1996. More details of this act can be found at https:www.gov.uk/party-wall-etc-act-1996-guidance

2. Please be aware that under the terms of the Building Regulations, you will be required to ensure that adequate sewage infrastructure is available to serve the proposed development. It is advised that you contact Anglian Water with respect to this matter prior to the commencement of the development.

3. Please be aware that the Local Planning Authority encourages the provision of parking spaces suitable for use by disabled persons at the dwellings hereby approved within the parking courts at the site for use by residents of the local area.

The Local Planning Authority has acted positively and proactively in determining this application by assessing the proposal against all material considerations, including planning policies and any representations that may have been received and subsequently determining to grant planning permission in accordance with the presumption in favour of sustainable development, as set out within the National Planning Policy Framework. The detailed analysis is set out in a report on the application prepared by officers.


(j) Shoeburyness Ward
15/00232/FUL
Demolish existing garages and erect terrace of three dwellinghouses, layout hardstanding and form vehicular access onto Ashanti Close.
Garages rear of 25 And 31 Ashanti Close, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS3 9RL
Mr. T. Holland (Southend-on-Sea Borough Council)
Mr. S. Lewis (AK Design Partnership LLP)

Planning Permission GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

01 The development hereby permitted shall begin not later than three years from the date of this decision. (C01A)

Reason: Required to be imposed pursuant to Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990. (R01A)

02 The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans: 3679-1.100 PL2 and 3679-1.101 PL1

Reason: To ensure that the development is carried out in accordance with the provisions of the Development Plan. (R01D)

03 Unless otherwise agreed in writing with the local planning authority, the development hereby permitted shall be constructed entirely of the materials details of which are shown on the plans hereby approved.

Reason: In the interest of visual amenity in accordance with the NPPF, DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policies KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policies C11 and H5 and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

04 6 car parking spaces shall be provided in accordance with the approved plans prior to the occupation of any of the dwellings hereby approved.

Reason: To ensure that satisfactory off-street car parking is provided in the interests highways efficiency and safety, in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policy KP2, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy T8 and T11, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

05 No development shall take place until full details of both hard and soft landscape works have been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority and these works shall be carried out as approved unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority. These details shall include, for example:-

i. proposed finished levels or contours;
ii. means of enclosure;
iii. hard surfacing materials;

Soft landscape works shall include trees (number/species/size on planting), shrubs, lower level planting and grassed areas

Reason: To ensure that the development is satisfactory in terms of its appearance and that it makes a positive contribution to the local environment and biodiversity in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), DPD1 (Core Strategy) policy KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy C11 and C14, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

06 All planting in the approved landscaping scheme shall be carried out within the first planting season following the completion of the development. Any trees or shrubs dying, removed, being severely damaged or becoming seriously diseased within five years of planting shall be replaced with trees or shrubs of such size and species as may be agreed with the local planning authority.

Reason: To ensure a satisfactory standard of landscaping, pursuant to Policy C14 of the Southend-on-Sea Borough Local Plan.

07 Before the development hereby permitted is begun a scheme for generating 10% of the predicted energy requirement of the development from decentralised renewable and/or low carbon sources shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. The approved scheme shall be implemented before the development is first occupied and shall remain operational for the lifetime of the development unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority

Reason: To minimise the environmental impact of the development through efficient use of resources and better use of sustainable and renewable resources in accordance with the NPPF, DPD1 (Core Strategy) policy KP2 and CP4, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

08 Notwithstanding the provisions of Classes A, B and E of Part 1 of Schedule 2 to the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995 (or any statutory modification or re-enactment or replacement thereof (as the case may be) for the time being in force), no outbuildings shall be erected and none of the dwellings hereby approved shall be enlarged or altered unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority.

Reason: In the interest of visual amenity in accordance with DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policies KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policies C11 and H5 and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

Informatives

1. You are advised that the development should be undertaken in accordance with the requirements of the Party Wall etc Act 1996. More details of this act can be found at https:www.gov.uk/party-wall-etc-act-1996-guidance

2. Please be aware that under the terms of the Building Regulations, you will be required to ensure that adequate sewage infrastructure is available to serve the proposed development. It is advised that you contact Anglian Water with respect to this matter prior to the commencement of the development.

3. Please be aware that the Local Planning Authority encourages the provision of parking spaces suitable for use by disabled persons at the dwellings hereby approved within the parking courts at the site for use by residents of the local area.

The Local Planning Authority has acted positively and proactively in determining this application by assessing the proposal against all material considerations, including planning policies and any representations that may have been received and subsequently determining to grant planning permission in accordance with the presumption in favour of sustainable development, as set out within the National Planning Policy Framework. The detailed analysis is set out in a report on the application prepared by officers.


(k) Shoeburyness Ward
15/00233/FUL
Demolish existing garages and erect terrace of three dwellinghouses, layout hardstanding and form vehicular access onto Ashanti Close and retain existing parking spaces
Garages rear of 10 And 12 and adjacent 38 Ashanti Close, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS3 9RL
Mr. T. Holland (Southend-on-Sea Borough Council)
Mr. S. Lewis (AK Design Partnership LLP)

Planning Permission GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

01 The development hereby permitted shall begin not later than three years from the date of this decision. (C01A)

Reason: Required to be imposed pursuant to Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990. (R01A)

02 The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans: 3679-2.100 PL2 and 3679-2.101 PL1

Reason: To ensure that the development is carried out in accordance with the provisions of the Development Plan. (R01D)

03 Unless otherwise agreed in writing with the local planning authority, the development hereby permitted shall be constructed entirely of the materials details of which are shown on the plans hereby approved.

Reason: In the interest of visual amenity in accordance with the NPPF, DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policies KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policies C11 and H5 and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

04 12 car parking spaces shall be provided in accordance with the approved plans prior to the occupation of any of the dwellings hereby approved.

Reason: To ensure that satisfactory off-street car parking is provided in the interests highways efficiency and safety, in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policy KP2, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy T8 and T11, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

05 No development shall take place until full details of both hard and soft landscape works have been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority and these works shall be carried out as approved unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority. These details shall include, for example:-

i. proposed finished levels or contours;
ii. means of enclosure;
iii. hard surfacing materials;

Soft landscape works shall include trees (number/species/size on planting), shrubs, lower level planting and grassed areas

Reason: To ensure that the development is satisfactory in terms of its appearance and that it makes a positive contribution to the local environment and biodiversity in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), DPD1 (Core Strategy) policy KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy C11 and C14, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

06 All planting in the approved landscaping scheme shall be carried out within the first planting season following the completion of the development. Any trees or shrubs dying, removed, being severely damaged or becoming seriously diseased within five years of planting shall be replaced with trees or shrubs of such size and species as may be agreed with the local planning authority.

Reason: To ensure a satisfactory standard of landscaping, pursuant to Policy C14 of the Southend-on-Sea Borough Local Plan.

07 Before the development hereby permitted is begun a scheme for generating 10% of the predicted energy requirement of the development from decentralised renewable and/or low carbon sources shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. The approved scheme shall be implemented before the development is first occupied and shall remain operational for the lifetime of the development unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority

Reason: To minimise the environmental impact of the development through efficient use of resources and better use of sustainable and renewable resources in accordance with the NPPF, DPD1 (Core Strategy) policy KP2 and CP4, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

08 Notwithstanding the provisions of Classes A, B and E of Part 1 of Schedule 2 to the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995 (or any statutory modification or re-enactment or replacement thereof (as the case may be) for the time being in force), no outbuildings shall be erected and none of the dwellings hereby approved shall be enlarged or altered unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority.

Reason: In the interest of visual amenity in accordance with DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policies KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policies C11 and H5 and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

09 (1) No site clearance, preparatory work or development shall take place until a scheme for the protection of the retained trees (the tree protection plan) and the appropriate working methods (the arboricultural method statement) in accordance with Clause 7 of British Standard BS5837 - Trees in Relation to Construction - Recommendations has been agreed in writing by the local planning authority. These measures shall be carried out as described and approved.

(2) All tree work shall be carried out in accordance with British Standard BS3998 - Recommendations for Tree Work.

(3) No retained tree shall be cut down, uprooted, destroyed, pruned, cut or damaged in any manner within 2 years from the first us of the building hereby approved other than in accordance with the approved plans and particulars, without the prior written approval of the local planning authority.

(4) If any retained tree is cut down, uprooted or destroyed or dies another tree shall be planted at the same place and that tree shall be of such size and species and planted at such time as may be specified in writing by the local planning authority.

(5) No fires shall be lit within 2 metres of the nearest point of the canopy of any retained tree.

(6) No equipment, machinery or structure shall be attached to or supported by a retained tree.

(7) No mixing of cement or use of other contaminating materials or substances shall take place within, or close enough to, a root protection area that seepage or displacement could cause them to enter a root protection area.

(8) No alterations or variations to the approved works or tree protection schemes shall be made without prior written consent of the local planning authority.

Reason: To make sure that the trees on the site are adequately protected during building works in the interests of visual amenity and in accordance with DPD1 (Core Strategy) policy KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy C14, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

Informatives

1. You are advised that the development should be undertaken in accordance with the requirements of the Party Wall etc Act 1996. More details of this act can be found at https:www.gov.uk/party-wall-etc-act-1996-guidance

2. Please be aware that under the terms of the Building Regulations, you will be required to ensure that adequate sewage infrastructure is available to serve the proposed development. It is advised that you contact Anglian Water with respect to this matter prior to the commencement of the development.

3. Please be aware that the Local Planning Authority encourages the provision of parking spaces suitable for use by disabled persons at the dwellings hereby approved within the parking courts at the site for use by residents of the local area.

The Local Planning Authority has acted positively and proactively in determining this application by assessing the proposal against all material considerations, including planning policies and any representations that may have been received and subsequently determining to grant planning permission in accordance with the presumption in favour of sustainable development, as set out within the National Planning Policy Framework. The detailed analysis is set out in a report on the application prepared by officers.


(l) Shoeburyness Ward
15/00248/FUL
Demolish existing garages and erect two and three storey block of five self-contained flats and layout parking
Garages Adjacent 102 and 104-114, Ashanti Close, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS3 9RL
Mr. T. Holland (Southend-on-Sea Borough Council)
Mr. S. Lewis (AK Design Partnership LLP)

Planning Permission GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

01 The development hereby permitted shall begin not later than three years from the date of this decision. (C01A)

Reason: Required to be imposed pursuant to Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990. (R01A)

02 The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans: 3679-4.101 PL1 and 3679-4.100 PL3 (C01D)

Reason: To ensure that the development is carried out in accordance with the provisions of the Development Plan. (R01D)

03 Unless otherwise agreed in writing with the local planning authority, the development hereby permitted shall be constructed entirely of the materials details of which are shown on the plans hereby approved.

Reason: In the interest of visual amenity in accordance with the NPPF, DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policies KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policies C11 and H5 and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

04 11 car parking spaces shall be provided in accordance with the approved plans prior to the occupation of any of the flats hereby approved.

Reason: To ensure that satisfactory off-street car parking is provided in the interests highways efficiency and safety, in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policy KP2, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy T8 and T11, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

05 No development shall take place until full details of both hard and soft landscape works have been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority and these works shall be carried out as approved unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority. These details shall include, for example:-

i. proposed finished levels or contours;
ii. means of enclosure;
iii. hard surfacing materials;

Soft landscape works shall include trees (number/species/size on planting), shrubs, lower level planting and grassed areas within the site.

The soft landscaping works shall also include the planting of six trees on the bank to the East of the application site as shown on plan 3679-4.100 PL1.

Reason: To ensure that the development is satisfactory in terms of its appearance and that it makes a positive contribution to the local environment and biodiversity in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), DPD1 (Core Strategy) policy KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy C11 and C14, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

06 All planting in the approved landscaping scheme, within and outside the application site, shall be carried out within the first planting season following the completion of the development. Any trees or shrubs dying, removed, being severely damaged or becoming seriously diseased within five years of planting shall be replaced with trees or shrubs of such size and species as may be agreed with the local planning authority.

Reason: To ensure a satisfactory standard of landscaping, pursuant to Policy C14 of the Southend-on-Sea Borough Local Plan.

07 Before the development hereby permitted is begun a scheme for generating 10% of the predicted energy requirement of the development from decentralised renewable and/or low carbon sources shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. The approved scheme shall be implemented before the development is first occupied and shall remain operational for the lifetime of the development unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority

Reason: To minimise the environmental impact of the development through efficient use of resources and better use of sustainable and renewable resources in accordance with the NPPF, DPD1 (Core Strategy) policy KP2 and CP4, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

08 Prior to the occupation of the development hereby approved details of the proposed bicycle store, which shall be designed to contain a minimum of 5 bicycles) shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Subsequently, the bicycle store shall be implemented and made available for use prior to the first occupation of the flats hereby approved.

Reason: To ensure that satisfactory secure off-street bicycle parking is provided in the interests of sustainability, amenity and highways efficiency and safety, in accordance with The NPPF, DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policy KP2, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy T8 and T11, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

09 Prior to first occupation of the development a Waste Management Plan for the development shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The plan shall detail how the development will provide for the collection of general refuse and re-usable and recyclable waste and what strategies will be in place to reduce the amount of general refuse over time. Waste management at the site shall be carried out in accordance with the approved strategy unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority.

Reason: To protect the environment and ensure adequate and appropriate storage, recycling and collection of waste resulting from the development in accordance with DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policies KP2 and CP4.

Informatives

1. You are advised that the development should be undertaken in accordance with the requirements of the Party Wall etc Act 1996. More details of this act can be found at https:www.gov.uk/party-wall-etc-act-1996-guidance

2. Please be aware that under the terms of the Building Regulations, you will be required to ensure that adequate sewage infrastructure is available to serve the proposed development. It is advised that you contact Anglian Water with respect to this matter prior to the commencement of the development.

3. Please be aware that the Local Planning Authority encourages the provision of parking spaces suitable for use by disabled persons at the dwellings hereby approved within the parking courts at the site for use by residents of the local area.

The Local Planning Authority has acted positively and proactively in determining this application by assessing the proposal against all material considerations, including planning policies and any representations that may have been received and subsequently determining to grant planning permission in accordance with the presumption in favour of sustainable development, as set out within the National Planning Policy Framework. The detailed analysis is set out in a report on the application prepared by officers.


(m) Eastwood Park Ward
15/00290/FUL
Form vehicular crossover onto Hazelwood Grove
Fairfield BMW, Arterial Road, Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 4XX
Fairfield Garage (Leigh-on-Sea)
Brook Radley

WITHDRAWN FROM AGENDA.


(n) Milton Ward
15/00222/FUL
Partial demolition of the existing 2 storey stable/mews to rear of 38 Hamlet Court Road and erect two storey dwelling with courtyard to rear (Amended Proposal)
38 Hamlet Court Road, Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex, SS0 7LX
Southend YMCA
Artillery Architecture

Planning Permission GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

01 The development hereby permitted shall be begun not later than 3 years beginning with the date of this permission.

Reason: Required to be imposed pursuant to Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.

02 The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the approved plans 2920_Site; 2920_LOC; 2920_0G_GA_20; 2920_0G_GA_02 Revision A 27.03.2015.

Reason: To ensure that the development is carried out in accordance with the development plan.

03 No development shall take place until details and samples of the facing materials to be used on the external walls including render, brickwork, doors, windows, boundary wall have been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. The works must then be carried out in accordance with the approved materials unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority.

Reason: In the interests of visual amenity and to ensure that the appearance of the building makes a positive contribution to the character and appearance of the area. This is as set out in the National Planning Policy Framework, DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policy KP2 and CP4, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy C11, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

04 Prior to commencement of the development hereby approved, details shall be submitted of the provision of bin storage, waste management guide and cycle storage facilities at the application site. The approved details shall subsequently be implemented and made available prior to the first occupation of the dwelling hereby approved, unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority.

Reason: To ensure that satisfactory secure off-street bicycle parking is provided in the interests of sustainability, amenity and highways efficiency and safety, in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework, DPD1 Core Strategy) 2007 policies KP2, Borough Local Plan 1994 policy T8 and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

The Local Planning Authority has acted positively and proactively in determining this application by assessing the proposal against all material considerations, including planning policies and any representations that may have been received and subsequently determining to grant planning permission in accordance with the presumption in favour of sustainable development, as set out within the National Planning Policy Framework. The detailed analysis is set out in a report on the application prepared by officers.



(o) West Leigh Ward
15/00246/FUL
Erect two storey dwellinghouse with balcony to first floor front elevation and amenity space to first floor rear elevation, layout parking.

Mr and Mrs Cummins
BGA Architects
15 Marine Parade, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 2NA
Planning Permission REFUSED for the following reasons:

1 The proposed dwelling, by way of its position, design, scale and layout would be out of keeping with the existing layout and grain of development in the area resulting in backland development appearing conspicuous and visually harmful to the surrounding area. This is contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework policies KP2 and CP4 of the Core Strategy, Policy DM3 of DPD2 and policies H5, H10, C11 of the Borough Local Plan and the Design and Townscape Guide.

2 The proposed development by reason its internal layout, poor outlook, and restricted access to daylight and sunlight and lack of useable amenity space remaining to serve no. 15 would result in an unacceptable standard of living accommodation for future occupants contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework, policy DM15 of DPD2, policies KP2 and CP4 of the Core Strategy, policies H5 and C11 of the Borough Local Plan and advice contained within the Design and Townscape Guide SPD1.
3 The proposed development by reason of its siting and scale would result in an overbearing form of development and result in loss of privacy to nearby residential occupiers through unmitigated overlooking contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework, policy DM1 of DPD2, policies KP2 and CP4 of the Core Strategy, policies C11 and H5 of the Borough Local Plan and the Design and Townscape Guide.

4 The proposed development by reason of lack of parking provisions will result in additional on street parking contrary to National Planning Policy Framework, policies KP2, CP3 and CP4 of the Southend-on-Sea Core Strategy, policy DM15 of DPD2, policy T8 and T11 of the Southend-on-Sea Borough Local Plan, and guidance contained within the SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

5 The proposed development fails to provide adequate information regarding the use of renewable energy resources which given the scale of the proposal could have a significant impact on design, the appearance, surrounding area and impact on surroundings residential properties. This is contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework, Policy DM2 of DPD2, Policy KP2 of the Core Strategy and the Design and Townscape Guide, 2009 (SPD1).


(p) Thorpe Ward
15/00209/FULH
Erect single storey front extension, part two/part single storey side extension and single storey rear extension (amended proposal)
77 Parkanaur Avenue, Thorpe Bay, SS1 3JA
Mr & Mrs H. Gras
Mr D. Blacker, DSB Property Designs Ltd

DEFERRED (PMSV)


(q) Leigh Ward
15/00051/FULH
Erect conservatory at rear (retrospective)
105 Grand Parade, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 1DW
Mr A Blower
Mr M Rahman, RD Architecture Ltd.

Planning Permission REFUSED for the following reason

01 The proposed development, by reason of its depth, height and close proximity to a shared boundary, results in loss of outlook and visual intrusion to the detriment of the residential amenities of the occupiers of No. 107 Grand Parade contrary to the NPPF, BLP Policies H5 and C11, Policies KP2 and CP4 of the Core Strategy and advice contained within the Design and Townscape Guide (SPD1).

The Committee also resolved that ENFORCEMENT ACTION be AUTHORISED to secure the removal of the conservatory, or as a minimum, the reduction in the depth of the conservatory to a maximum of 3m, on the grounds that the current development causes harm to the residential amenities of an adjoining occupier contrary to the NPPF, BLP Policies H5 and C11, Policies KP2 and CP4 of the Core Strategy and advice contained within the Design and Townscape Guide (SPD1).

The enforcement action to include (if/as necessary) the service an Enforcement Notice under Section 172 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and the pursuance of proceedings whether by prosecution or injunction to secure compliance with the requirements of said Notice.

When serving an Enforcement Notice, the local planning authority must ensure a reasonable time for compliance. In this case, the necessary remedial works would probably require quotes to be obtained and contractors to be engaged so a compliance period of 3 months is considered reasonable

The Local Planning Authority has acted positively and proactively in determining this application by assessing the proposal against all material considerations, including planning policies and any representations that may have been received and subsequently determining to grant planning permission in accordance with the presumption in favour of sustainable development, as set out within the National Planning Policy Framework. The detailed analysis is set out in a report on the application prepared by officers.
829 Enforcement of Planning Control
Business for item 829
(a) West Leigh
14/00177/UNAU_B
Without planning permission, the erection of a single-storey front and side extension which fully encloses the existing outside seating area and 2 air conditioning units to the front elevation of the building at first floor level
1356 London Road, Leigh on Sea

Resolved: That ENFORCEMENT ACTION be AUTHORISED to secure the removal of the single-storey front and side extension which fully encloses the existing outside seating area and the air conditioning units on the grounds that the unauthorised development is detrimental to the character and visual amenities of the area by reason of unsightliness and to the residential amenities of adjacent residential units by reason of loss of outlook and excessive noise and disturbance contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), the National planning Practice Guidance (NPPG), Core Strategy DPD Policies KP2 (Development Principles) and CP4 (The Environment and Urban Renaissance) BLP Policies E5 (Non-residential Uses Located Close to Housing), H5 (Residential Design and Layout Considerations) and C11 (New Buildings, Extensions and Alterations) and the Design & Townscape Guide (SPD1).

The authorised enforcement action to include (if/as necessary) the service of an Enforcement Notice under Section 172 of the Act and the pursuance of proceedings whether by prosecution or injunction to secure compliance with the requirements of the Enforcement Notice.

When serving an Enforcement Notice the local planning authority must ensure a reasonable time for compliance. In this case, the necessary remedial works would probably require quotes to be obtained and contractors to be engaged so a compliance period of 3 months is considered reasonable.
830 Vote of Thanks
 The Committee thanked the Chairman for the able way in which he had chaired the meetings over the past Municipal Year. The Chairman thanked Members for their support.
2.00 p.m./5.20 p.m.

Attendance Details

Present:
Councillor A Crystall (Chairman),
Councillors A M Chalk (Vice-Chairman), B Ayling, M A Betson, M L Borton, T K Byford, T Callaghan, L Davies, M F Evans, N J Folkard, D A Garston, D J Jarvis*, I T Robertson, K R Robinson*, Velmurugan, R A Woodley*
(*Substitute in accordance with Council Procedure Rule 31)
In attendance:
Councillors M Assenheim, J L Lamb, G E Longley
J K Williams, P Geraghty, D Hermitage, C Galforg, J Rowley, I Harrison, M Warren, and T Row

Business

ItemBusiness
828The Committee received a report of the Corporate Director for Place which reported on applications which had been deposited with the Council.
829The Committee received a report of the Corporate Director for Place which reported on an alleged breach of planning control.

 

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