Apologies for absence were received form Councillors Arscott (Substitute: Councillor Butler) and McDonald (Substitute: Councillor Jones).

The following interests were declared at the meeting:

(a)  Councillor Ayling – Agenda Item No. 10 (17/01495/FULM - Rear of 1 Shoebury Avenue, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-Sea, Essex) – Disqualifying non-pecuniary interest: Knows the site owner and purchases coal from the yard (withdrew);

(b)  Councillor Butler – Agenda Item No. 5 (17/01489/FUL - Highlands Surgery, 1643-1645 London Road, Leigh on Sea, Essex, SS9 2SQ) – Non-pecuniary interest: Patient at the surgery;

(c)  Councillor Chalk – Agenda Item No. 6 (17/01973/AMDT - Former East Beach Café, Rampart Terrace, Shoeburyness) – Non-pecuniary interest: Lives in the vicinity and knows residents affected by the proposals;

(d)  Councillor Chalk – Agenda Item No. 10 (17/01495/FULM - Rear of 1 Shoebury Avenue, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-Sea, Essex) – Non-pecuniary interest: Lives in the vicinity and knows residents affected by the proposals;

(e)  Councillor D Garston – Agenda Item No. 5 (17/01489/FUL - Highlands Surgery, 1643-1645 London Road, Leigh on Sea, Essex, SS9 2SQ) – Non-pecuniary interest: Patient at the surgery;

(f) Councillor J Garston – Agenda Item No. 5 (17/01489/FUL - Highlands Surgery, 1643-1645 London Road, Leigh on Sea, Essex, SS9 2SQ) – Non-pecuniary interest: Family member is a patient at the surgery;

(g)  Councillor Hadley – Agenda Item No. 10 (17/01495/FULM - Rear of 1 Shoebury Avenue, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-Sea, Essex) – Disclosable pecuniary interest: Owns property backing on to the development (withdrew);

(h)  Councillor Mulroney – Agenda Item Nos. 7 (16/00231/UNAU_B - 3 New Road, Leigh on Sea, Essex.SS9 2EA) and 8 (17/00063/UNAU_B - 7 Canvey Road, Leigh on Sea, Essex. SS9 2NN) – Non-pecuniary interest: Member of Leigh Society;

(i)  Councillor Mulroney – Agenda Item Nos. 11 (17/00860/FUL, 17/00861/LBC, 17/00862/FUL, 17/00863/LBC &17/00864/FUL – Herschell House, 87 Leigh Hill, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex), 13 (17/01648/FUL - Billet Wharf, High Street, Leigh-on-Sea) and 17 (17/02092/FULH - 36 Leigh Hill, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 2DN) – Non-pecuniary interest: Member of Leigh Society and Leigh Town Council (non-participant in planning);

(j)  Councillor Mulroney – Agenda Item Nos. 14 (17/01946/FUL - 1053 London Road, Leigh-on-Sea) and 18 (17/02115/FULH - 34 Percy Road, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, SS9 2LA) – Non-pecuniary interest: Member of Leigh Town Council (non-participant in planning);

(k)  Councillor Van Looy – Agenda Item No. 10 (17/01495/FULM - Rear of 1 Shoebury Avenue, Shoeburyness, Southend-on-Sea, Essex) – Non-pecuniary interest: People near to the site are known to him (withdrew);

(l)  Councillor Van Looy – Agenda Item Nos. 5 (17/01489/FUL - Highlands Surgery, 1643-1645 London Road, Leigh on Sea, Essex, SS9 2SQ) and 6 (17/01973/AMDT - Former East Beach Café, Rampart Terrace, Shoeburyness) – Non-pecuniary interest: People near to application site are known to him;

(m)  Councillor Ward – Agenda item No. 11 (17/00860/FUL, 17/00861/LBC, 17/00862/FUL, 17/00863/LBC &17/00864/FUL - Herschell House, 87 Leigh Hill, Leigh-on-Sea, Essex) – Disqualifying non-pecuniary interest: Knows the person through work (withdrew);

(n)  Councillor Ward – Agenda Item No. 13 (17/01648/FUL - Billet Wharf, High Street, Leigh-on-Sea) – Non-pecuniary interest: Applicant is known to him;

(o)  Councillor Wexham  ...  view the full minutes text for item 716.

The Committee received a supplementary report by the Deputy Chief Executive (Place) that provided additional information on items referred to elsewhere on the Agenda.

Proposal:  Demolish existing dwellinghouses at 193 and 195 Thorpe Hall Avenue and erect a three storey building comprising of 33No. retirement apartments, install vehicular access onto Woodgrange Drive, layout car parking at rear and landscaping.

Applicant:  Churchill Retirement Living

Agent:  Planning Issues Ltd.

Resolved:-

That planning permission be REFUSED for the following reasons:

01  The proposed development is located within a high flood risk zone (flood zone 3a), and insufficient information has been submitted to demonstrate that the development will be safe for future occupiers over its lifetime. The development is therefore considered to fail the exceptions test and would be unacceptable and contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework, and Policies KP1 and KP2 of the Core Strategy (2007). 

02  The proposed development by reason of its height and excessive bulk coupled with its insufficient degree of set back from the site frontages and its bland, overly functional design and appearance including poor articulation and architectural quality, would appear as an overly dominant, obtrusive and incongruous development that is out of keeping with and detrimental to the prevailing character and appearance of the streetscene and the surrounding area. This is unacceptable and contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework, Core Strategy (2007) Policies KP2 and CP4, Policies DM1 and DM3 of the Development Management Document (2015) and advice contained within the Design and Townscape Guide (2009).

03  The proposed development by reason of insufficient provision of on-site parking would cause additional on street parking in the surrounding area to the detriment of highway safety and the operation of the local highway network. This is unacceptable and contrary to guidance contained within the National Planning Policy Framework (Section 4), Development Management Document (2015) Policy DM15, Core Strategy (2007) Policy CP3 and advice contained within the Design and Townscape Guide (2009).

04  The proposal, by reason of the limited useable amenity space provided for future occupants would result in a poor living environment for future occupiers of the proposed development. This is unacceptable and contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework (2012), Policies KP2 and CP4 of the Core Strategy (2007), Policies DM1 and DM8 of the Development Management Document (2015) and National Technical Housing Standards DCLG 2015.

05  The application does not include a formal undertaking to secure a contribution to affordable housing provision to meet the demand for such housing in the area despite it having been found financially viable for the development proposed to make such a contribution. The application is therefore unacceptable and contrary to Core Strategy policies CP8 and KP3 and Policy DM7 of the Development Management Document 2015.

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  ...  view the full minutes text for item 718.

Proposal:  Erect first floor extension to north elevation and layout parking

Applicant:  Doctor Houston, Doctor Husslebee and Partners

Agent:  APS Design Associates Limited

Resolved:-

That planning permission be 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 plan: 01 Revision D; 03 Revision D.

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

03   All new work to the outside of the building must match existing original work in terms of the choice of materials, method of construction and finished appearance before the extension hereby approved is occupied or brought into use. This applies unless differences are shown on the drawings hereby approved or are required by conditions to this permission.

Reason: To safeguard the visual amenities of the area, in accordance with National Planning Policy Framework (2012), Core Strategy (2007) Policies KP2 and CP4, Development Management Document (2015) Policies DM1 and DM3 and advice contained within the Design and Townscape Guide.

04 Prior to their occupation the first floor extension hereby approved the windows to the east, west and north elevation shall be glazed in obscure glass (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) and fixed shut and unopenable, except for any top hung light which shall be a minimum of 1.7 metres above internal floor level and shall be retained as such in perpetuity thereafter. In the case of multiple or double glazed units at least one layer of glass in the relevant units shall be glazed in obscure glass to at least Level 4.

Reason: To avoid overlooking and the resultant loss of privacy of the adjoining residential properties, in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework, Core Strategy 2007 Policies KP2 and CP4, and Development Management Document 2015 Policy DM1 and advice contained within the Design and Townscape Guide.

05 Prior to first use of the development hereby approved a Travel Plan which seeks to encourage travel to the site by more sustainable modes of transport shall be submitted to and agreed in writing by the local planning authority. The Travel Plan shall be implemented in full accordance with the approved details from the first occupation of the development. Before the end of the first and third years operation of the development hereby approved, reports monitoring the effectiveness of the Travel Plan and setting out any proposed changes to the Plan to overcome any identified problems must be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority.  The Travel Plan must thereafter be updated to address the problems identified and be immediately implemented in accordance  ...  view the full minutes text for item 719.

Proposal:  Application to vary conditions 8 (Hours of Opening), condition 9 (Parking), Condition 10 (Gates) (Minor Material Amendment) of planning permission 11/00785/BC4 dated 20.07.2011

Applicant:  Mr Levy

Agent:  SK Architects Ltd

Resolved:-

That planning permission be GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

01  The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans: 406-01-17 P01 Existing and Site Location Plan; P02 Revision C Proposed Plans, Elevations and Section and 09-04-09-01.

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

02  Use of the external finishes shall be carried out in accordance with drawing number 09-04-09-06 of application 14/01028/AD dated 18.07.2014, before the building is brought into use.

Reason: To safeguard character and appearance of surrounding area in accordance with Policies DM1 and DM3 of the Development Management Document (2015) and Policies KP2 and CP4 of the Core Strategy (2007).

03  The details of renewable energy contained within the Energy Strategy dated 18.07.2014 carried out by pemxq are agreed in accordance with application 14/01028/AD and shall be implemented prior to the occupation of the development hereby approved in accordance with that consent. This provision of renewable energy shall be made for the lifetime of the development.

Reason: In the interests of providing sustainable development in accordance with Policy KP2 of the Core Strategy (2007), Policy DM2 of the Development Management Document  (2015).

04  No part of the building shall be occupied until space has been laid out within the site in accordance with the approved drawing 406-01-17 P01 for three cars to be parked. The aforementioned parking spaces shall be retained in perpetuity thereafter for patrons and staff of the premises.

Reason: To ensure that adequate car parking is provided and retained to serve the development in accordance with Policy DM15 of the Council’s Development Management Document (2015) and CP3 of the Core Strategy (2007).

05  No part of the building shall be occupied until space and facilities have been laid out on the site, in accordance with details to have been previously submitted and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority, for no less than 15 bicycles to be parked.

Reason: To ensure that adequate bicycle parking is provided and retained to serve the development in accordance with Policy DM15 of the Council’s Development Management Document (2015) and CP3 of the Core Strategy (2007).

06  The living accommodation shown on plan 406-01-17 P01 Rev C and      09-04-09-01 shall be for the exclusive use of persons employed at the café/restaurant hereby approved and shall remain ancillary to the A3 use of the site.  It shall at no time be occupied as a separate residential unit. 

Reason: To define the scope of this permission, in accordance with Policies CP7 and CP4 of the Core Strategy (2007), Policies DM1 and DM3 of the Development Management Document (2015).

07  The premises shall not be open for customers outside the hours of 07:00 to 23:00 on a Sunday,  ...  view the full minutes text for item 720.

Breach of Control:  Without planning permission, the replacement of the existing wooden framed French windows at first floor level in the front elevation with Upvc French windows. (Article 4 Direction)

Resolved:-

That  ENFORCEMENT ACTION be AUTHORISED to secure the removal of the unauthorised Upvc framed French windows installed to the first floor front elevation of this property on the grounds that they harm the appearance of the property and the streetscene by reason of their unsympathetic materials, inappropriate style of opening and discordant frame thickness to the extent that they are detrimental to the character and appearance of the Leigh  Conservation area contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework, Policies CP4 and KP2 of the Southend-on-Sea Core Strategy, Policies DM1, DM3 and DM5 of the Southend-on-Sea Development Management Document and the advice contained within the Council’s Design and Townscape Guide. 

The authorised enforcement action to include (if/as necessary) the service of 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 research and quotes have already been undertaken and any time delay in manufacture and installation is likely to be the dictated by the suppliers lead time. It is considered that a compliance period of 2 months is deemed reasonable.

Breach of Control:  Without planning permission, the installation of a replacement front door. (Article 4 Direction) (Refused planning application ref 17/00662/FULH)

Resolved:-

That ENFORCEMENT ACTION be authorised to secure the removal of the unauthorised front door as its stained finish and leaded glass depicting a landscape scene is detrimental to the character of the existing property and the wider streetscene and would not preserve or enhance the character and significance of the Chapmanslord Conservation Area. This is contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework, Policies CP4 and KP2 of the Southend-on-Sea Core Strategy, Policies DM1 and DM5 of the Southend-on-Sea Development Management Document and the advice contained within the Council’s Design and Townscape Guide. 

The authorised enforcement action to include (if/as necessary) the service of 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, taking into account the determination following the resubmission of a planning application and any lead time involving the sourcing and installation of an approved replacement front door, a compliance period of 3 months is deemed reasonable.

Proposal:  Change of use from retail (Class A1) at first and second floors to form ten self-contained flats, convert existing basement to form retail and residential storage space, erect second floor and roof extension, alter elevations, layout cycle and bin storage and install external staircase (Amended Proposal)

Applicant:  Locker and Riley Ltd

Agent:  Architectural Services Ltd

Resolved:-

That permission be 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 shall be carried out in accordance with the approved plans: Location Plan; Site Location Plan; AS2102 21; AS2102 22; AS2102 23; AS2102 24; AS2102 25B; AS2102 26E; AS2102 27G; AS2102 28D; AS2102 31A.

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

03  Notwithstanding the details shown on the plans submitted and otherwise hereby approved the development hereby permitted shall not commence other than for groundworks and site preparation works unless and until details and appropriately sized samples of the materials to be used for all the external surfaces of the proposed buildings at the site including facing materials, flat roof detail, shopfront and fascia, windows, doors, lintel, parapet, coping, quoins, dormer cheeks, roof tile, decorative brickwork, balustrading, handrails and roller shutters to the bin store 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 and drawings before the dwellings hereby approved once occupied.

Reason: To safeguard character and appearance of the area and amenities of neighbouring occupiers in accordance with Policies KP2 and CP4 of the Core Strategy (2007), Policies DM1, DM3 and DM5 of the Development Management Document (2015) and the Design and Townscape Guide (2009). Given the nature of the development propose, the details sought and the objectives of the condition it is fundamental that information required is provided prior to the commencement of any development.

04  Prior to the first occupation of the flats hereby approved, cycle and refuse and general storage for the flats shall be provided in accordance with the details shown on plan AS2102 21. The approved cycle parking and refuse storage shall be provided in full and made available for use by the occupants of each dwelling prior to the first occupation of the dwellings hereby approved and be retained as such in perpetuity.

Reason:  To ensure the provision of adequate cycle parking and refuse storage in accordance with policies DM3, DM8 and DM15 of Development Management Document.

05  Prior to occupation of the development hereby approved details of the water efficient design measures set out in Policy DM2 (iv) of the Development Management Document to limit internal water consumption to 105 litres per person  per  day  (lpd)  (110  lpd  when  including  external  water  consumption), including measures of water efficient fittings, appliances  ...  view the full minutes text for item 723.

Proposal:  Erect part two storey, part three storey building comprising 14 self-contained flats, layout parking and erect fence, railings and electric gate

Applicant:  Mr Henry Hyde and Mr Alex Thorpe

Agent:  Architectural Design Associates

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

Resolved:-

That planning permission be REFUSED for the following reasons:

01  The proposal would by reason of its size, scale, bulk, mass and detailed design, constitute unacceptable backland development, resulting in a contrived and incongruous scheme that is unacceptable and would result in material harm to the character and appearance of the site and the surrounding area, contrary to National Planning Policy Framework, Policies KP2 and CP4 of the Core Strategy (2007), Policies DM1 and DM3 of the Development Management Document (2015) and the advice contained within the Design and Townscape Guide (2009). 

02  The development proposed fails to provide an appropriate dwelling mix that would reflect the Borough’s identified housing needs, resulting in the scheme failing to deliver a sufficiently wide choice of homes. This is unacceptable and contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework, Policy KP2 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policy DM7 of the Development Management Document (2015).

03  The design, size, siting, bulk and mass of the proposed development are such that it is overbearing, visually obtrusive and would cause unacceptable overlooking, a sense of enclosure and loss of privacy and light to the detriment of the amenities of the occupiers of neighbouring dwellings in Shoebury Avenue, Friars Street and Wakering Avenue.

The development is therefore unacceptable and contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework, Policies KP2 and CP4 of the Core Strategy (2007), Policies DM1 and DM3 of the Development Management Document (2015) and the advice contained within the Design and Townscape Guide (2009).

04  By virtue of the insufficient floorspace of the 1 bedroom flats proposed, the poor quality of the external amenity space provided, the inconveniently located parking spaces and the inadequate and inaccessible refuse stores, the development would provide substandard living conditions for the future occupiers of the site, providing a poor quality residential environment.  The proposal is therefore unacceptable and contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework, Policies KP2 and CP4 of the Core Strategy (2007), Policies DM1, DM3 and DM8 of the Development Management Document (2015) and the advice contained within the Design and Townscape Guide (2009).

05  The submission does not demonstrate that the proposal would provide a development that is appropriately accessible and adaptable for all members of the community and information has not been submitted to demonstrate that the new dwellings would meet the M4(2) and M4(3) accessibility standards. This is unacceptable and contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework, policies KP2 and CP4 of the Core Strategy (2007) and policies DM1, DM3 and DM8 of the Development Management Document (2015).

06  As a result of an existing lamp column, one of the parking spaces fronting Shoebury Avenue would not be safely accessible. As a result the development would provide  ...  view the full minutes text for item 724.

Proposals:

1.  Replacement of dormer window sashes to south elevation

2.  Replacement of dormer window sashes to south elevation 2nd floor, reinstatement of original loft doors within replica partitions at 2nd floor, removal of rooflights to north roofslope, reinstatement of fire surround to former breakfast room,  removal of fireplace cast iron insert and install log burner in west living room, removal of fireplace to bathroom (Listed Building Consent)

3.  Single storey side extension, two storey rear extension,  alter rear elevations and reinstate chimney to parapet on west side of historic building (amended proposal)

4.  Single storey side extension, two storey rear extension, alter rear elevations  and reinstate chimney to parapet on west side of historic building (amended proposal)(Listed Building Consent)

5.  Engineering operations relating to the changing ground levels, form terraces, retaining walls and steps, hard and soft landscaping including felling 7 trees (part retrospective).

Applicant:  Mr Graeme Newton

Agent:  SKArchitects

Resolved:-

1.  That planning permission in respect of application 17/00860/FUL be  GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

01 The development hereby permitted shall begin not later than three years of 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 256RP00, 256RP01A, 256RP02A, 256RP03A, 256RP04A, 256RP07L

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

2.  That Listed Building Consent for application 17/00861/LBC be GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

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

Reason: Required to be imposed pursuant to Section 18 of the Planning (Listed Building and Conservation Areas) Act 1990.

02  The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans 256RP00, 256RP01A, 256RP02A, 256RP03A, 256RP04A, 256RP07L

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

3.  That planning permission in respect of application 17/00862/FUL be GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

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

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

02  he development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans 256RP00, 256RP01A, 256RP02A, 256RP03A, 256RP04A, 2560RP7L, 2560RP8H, 256RP13B

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

03  The exterior materials for the reinstatement of the south façade of the late Victorian link and the reinstatement of the chimney on the west parapet shall only be reclaimed stock brick to match the existing brick work, matching lime mortar, lead flashing coping, stone sill, timber window frames and single glazed clear glass windows and the weatherboarding shall be made good with matching oak as detailed on plan reference 256RP08H.

Reason: To safeguard the visual amenities of the  ...  view the full minutes text for item 725.

Proposal:  Change of use from light industrial (Class B1(c)) to dance and theatre school (Class D1), erect new entrance to front and single storey front and side extension.

Applicant:  Mrs Wendy Headford

Agent:  Ergotechnics Ltd

Resolved:-

That personal planning permission be GRANTED to Mrs Wendy Headford 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: A101C, A102B, A103, A104B, A105

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

03 The dance and theatre school (use class D1) use hereby permitted shall be carried on only by Mrs Wendy Headford. When the premises ceases to be occupied by Mrs Wendy Headford the dance and theatre school (use class D1) use hereby permitted shall cease and the site shall immediately revert back to its former Class B1 use.

Reason:  Permission has been granted taking into consideration the special circumstances of this case. The local planning authority needs to control future  use of the premises if Mrs Wendy Headford leaves to ensure compliance with the National Planning Policy Framework, Policies KP1, KP2 and CP1 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM3 and DM11 of the Development Management Document (2015).

04 The external materials to be used for the development shall only be as detailed on the approved plans and the submitted application form dated 26.07.2017.

Reason:  To safeguard visual amenities of the area, in accordance with policies. This is as set out in Core Strategy (2007) policy KP2 and CP4, Development Management Document (2015) Policy DM1 and advice contained within the Southend Design and Townscape Guide (2009).  

05 The development shall not be occupied until 8 car parking spaces have been provided at the site in accordance with drawing A104B, together with properly constructed vehicular accesses to the adjoining highway, all in accordance with the approved plans.  The parking spaces shall be permanently retained thereafter only for the parking of occupiers of and visitors to the development.

Reason: To ensure that adequate car parking is provided and retained to serve the development in accordance with Core Strategy (2007) policy CP3 and Development Management Document (2015) policy DM15.

06 The development shall not be occupied until details of secure and covered cycle parking have been submitted to and approved by the local planning authority. The cycle parking shall be installed in accordance with the approved details before the building is occupied.

Reason: To ensure that adequate cycle parking is provided and retained to serve the development in accordance with Core Strategy (2007) policy CP3 and Development Management Document (2015) policy DM15.

07 Prior to first use of the development hereby approved a Travel Plan which seeks to encourage travel to the site by more sustainable  ...  view the full minutes text for item 726.

Proposal:  Erect mooring structure with ramp and metal balustrade (retrospective)

Applicant:  Osborne & Sons (Shellfish) Ltd

Agent:  GL Hearn

Resolved:-

That planning permission be GRANTED.

Informative

You are advised that as the development equates to less than 100sqm of new floorspace the development benefits from a Minor Development Exemption under the Community Infrastructure Levy Regulations 2010 (as amended) and as such no charge is payable. See www.southend.gov.uk/cil for further details about CIL.

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.

Proposal:  Demolish existing commercial building and erect part 1/part 2 storey mixed use building comprising of ground floor retail unit (Class A1) and 3 self-contained flats (Class C3) (Amended Proposal)

Applicant:  TernRock Ltd

Agent:  Studio:08 Architecture + Planning

Resolved:-

That planning permission be GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

01  The development hereby permitted shall begin no 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: 2000.EX.01, 2000.EX.02, 2000.P.11A, 2000.P.12, 2000.P.13A, 2000.P.14,  2000.P.15A, 2000.P.16, 2000.P.17A, 2000.BP.01, 2000.LP.01

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

03  Except for demolition, no development shall take place until samples of the materials to be used in the construction of the external elevations of the building hereby permitted, including balconies, balustrades, screening and fenestration have been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details before it is accepted.

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), Core Strategy (2007) policy KP2 and CP4, Development Management Document (2015) policy DM1, and Design and Townscape Guide) (2009).

04  With the exception of the front and rear balconies hereby permitted as shown on drawing no’s 2000.P.12, 2000.P.14, 2000.P.15A, 2000.P.16, 2000.P.17A, the roof of the rear single storey projection shall not be used as a balcony, roof garden or similar amenity area or for any other purpose unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority.  The roof can however be used for the purposes of maintenance or to escape in an emergency. 

Reason:  To protect the privacy and environment of people in neighbouring residential properties, in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF), Core Strategy (2007) policy CP4, Development Management Document (2015) policy DM1, and the guidance contained within the Design and Townscape Guide (2009).

05  Secure, covered cycle parking and refuse and recycling storage areas to serve the development shall be provided in accordance with details that have previously been submitted to and agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority prior to the occupation of the development and these facilities shall be permanently retained as such thereafter.

Reason: To ensure that adequate cycle parking and waste storage is provided and retained to serve the development in accordance with Policies CP3 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM1 and DM15 of the Development Management Document (2015).

06  Demolition and/or construction works associated with this permission shall not take place outside 08:00 hours to 18:00 hours Mondays to Fridays and 08:00 hours to 13:00 hours on Saturdays nor at any time on  ...  view the full minutes text for item 728.

Proposal:  Erect building comprising three self-contained flats with terraces to front and Juliette balconies to rear at first and second floor level with layout parking to front

Applicant:  Southend-on-Sea Borough Council

Agent:  SKArchitects

Mrs L Cook, a local resident, spoke as an objector to the application.  Mr Kearney, the applicant’s agent, responded.

Resolved:-

That consideration of this application be DEFERRED pending a site visit.

Proposal:  Erect timber fence to existing wall and install gate on north boundary with Cambridge Road (Retrospective)

Applicant:  Mr and Mrs Le Cam

Resolved:-

1.  That planning permission be REFUSED for the following reason:

01  The fence erected, by reason of its siting, poor design, scale and the materials used, has resulted in a harmfully incongruous addition to the streetscene that does not preserve or enhance the character of the Clifftown Conservation Area. The proposal is therefore unacceptable and contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework (2012), Policies KP2 and CP4 of the Core Strategy (2007), Policies DM1, DM3 and DM5 of the Development Management Document (2015), Policy PA6 of the emerging Southend Central Area Action Plan (2018) and the advice contained within the Design and Townscape Guide (2009) and Clifftown Conservation Area Appraisal (2005).

Informatives

01 You are advised that as the proposed development equates to less than 100 sqm of  additional floorspace so the development benefits from a Minor Development Exemption under the Community Infrastructure Levy Regulations 2010 (as amended) and as such no charge is payable. See www.southend.gov.uk/cil for further details about CIL.

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 circumstancesthe proposal is not considered to be sustainable development. The Local Planning Authority is willing to discuss the best course of action.

2.  That ENFORCEMENT ACTION be AUTHORISED to secure the removal of the unauthorised fence on the grounds that it harms the appearance of the property and the streetscene by reason of their unsympathetic materials, inappropriate style to the extent that it is detrimental to the character and appearance of the Clifftown Conservation area contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework, Policies CP4 and KP2 of the Southend-on-Sea Core Strategy, Policies DM1, DM3 and DM5 of the Southend-on-Sea Development Management Document and the advice contained within the Council’s Design and Townscape Guide. 

The authorised enforcement action to include (if/as necessary) the service of 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 research and quotes have already been undertaken and any time delay in manufacture and installation is likely to be the dictated by the suppliers lead time. It is considered that a compliance period of 3 months is deemed reasonable.

Proposal:  Raise roof height to form habitable accommodation in the roof, install dormer with balcony to rear and alter elevations.

Applicant:  Mr and Mrs Osborne

Agent:  T C Matthew Chartered Architects

Resolved:-

That planning permission be REFUSED for the following reason:

01  The proposal, by reason of the appearance, design, scale, form and bulk of the roof, would result in an incongruous and unsympathetic addition that does not relate satisfactorily to the existing dwelling, the character and appearance of the wider Leigh Conservation Area or the setting of the adjacent statutory listed building. The development is therefore unacceptable and contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework (2012), policies KP2 and CP4 of the Core Strategy (2007), policies DM1, DM3, DM5 and DM6 of the Development Management Document (2015) and advice contained within the adopted Design and Townscape Guide (2009) and the Leigh Conservation Area Appraisal (2010).

Informatives

01 You are advised that as the proposed development equates to less than 100 sqm of  additional floorspace so the development benefits from a Minor Development Exemption under the Community Infrastructure Levy Regulations 2010 (as amended) and as such no charge is payable. See www.southend.gov.uk/cil for further details about CIL.

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.

Proposal:  Erect single storey side and rear extensions, raise and alter roof height, install gables to front and rear, dormer to rear, rooflight to front and side and alter elevations.

Applicant:  Mrs H Collins

Agent:  Knight Gratrix Architects

Resolved:-

That planning permission be GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

01  The development hereby permitted shall begin no later than 3 (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 approved plans: 030; 031A; 032.

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

03  Notwithstanding the details shown on the plans submitted otherwise hereby approved the development hereby permitted shall not commence other than for groundworks and site preparation works unless and until details and appropriately sized samples of the materials to be used for all the external surfaces of the proposed buildings at the site have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development hereby permitted shall be implemented in full accordance with the details and samples approved under this condition before it is occupied.

Reason: To safeguard character and appearance of the area and amenities of neighbouring occupiers in accordance with Policies KP2 and CP4 of the Core Strategy (2007), Policies DM1 and DM3 of the Development Management Document (2015) and the Design and Townscape Guide (2009). Given the nature of the development proposed, the details sought and the objectives of the condition it is fundamental that information required is provided prior to the commencement of any development.

04  The development hereby approved shall be carried out in a manner to ensure the extended dwelling complies with Building Regulation part M4 (2) ‘accessible and adaptable dwellings’, before it is brought in to use.

Reason: To ensure the residential units hereby approved provide high quality and flexible internal layouts to meet the changing needs of residents in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework, Core Strategy (2007) Policy KP2, Development Management Document (2015) Policy DM2 and Design and Townscape Guide (2009).

05  Demolition or construction works associated with this permission shall not take place outside 08:00 hours to 18:00hours Mondays to Fridays and 08:00hours to 13:00hours on Saturdays and at no time Sundays or Bank Holidays.

Reason: In order to protect the amenities of surrounding occupiers and to protect the character the area in accordance with Policies KP2 and CP4 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM1 and DM3 of the Development Management Document (2015).

06  Prior to its first occupation the first floor level accommodation hereby approved shall be constructed so that the first floor level of the bedrooms with east facing windows shall be set not less than 1.65m below the cil level of the east facing windows.  The development shall be retained as such in perpetuity thereafter. 

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Breach of Control:  Without planning permission, construction of a single storey rear extension.

Resolved:-

That ENFORCEMENT ACTION be AUTHORISED to secure (a) The removal of the rear extension, & (b) the removal of all rubble, materials and equipment associated with complying with the notice.

The authorised enforcement action to include (if/as necessary) the service of 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, a compliance period of 1 month is deemed reasonable for the removal of the unauthorised extension.