Proposal:  Application to vary condition 02 (Drawing Numbers) and 08 (Landscaping/Boundary Treatment)  (Minor Material Amendment) of planning permission 14/01434/FULM Demolition of existing bungalow at 3 Acacia Drive, erect three storey building comprising fourteen self-contained flats, dated 28.01.2015

Applicant:  Elmore Homes Limited

Resolved:  That planning permission is GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

01  The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the approved plans 732/01 H; 732/02 G; 732/03 G; 732/04 G; 732/05 G; 732/06 H; 732/07 H; 732/08 G; 732;09 G; Landscape and Management Plan.

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

02  The development hereby approved shall be carried out in accordance with the Flood Risk Assessment carried out by Ambiental Technical Solutions Ltd referenced 1907 dated January 2014.

Reason: 1. To prevent flooding by ensuring the satisfactory storage of/disposal of surface water from the site.

2. To reduce the impact of flooding on the proposed development and future occupants.

3. To ensure that the "Non Occupation and Evacuation Plan" is up to date with the Environment Agency's Flood Warning Service.

03  Fourteen car parking spaces shall be provided in accordance with plan no. 732/01 Revision H prior to the occupation of the flats hereby approved and shall thereafter be permanently retained in connection with the residential use of the site which it forms part and their visitors and for no other purpose unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority.

Reason: To ensure that satisfactory off-street car parking and turning provision is provided for occupants of the new dwelling(s) and in the interests of residential amenity and highway efficiency and safety, in accordance with DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policy KP2, DPP2 (Development Management Document) and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

04  The waste management and cycle storage details submitted on the 01.07.2016 agreed under application 16/01075/AD shall be implemented prior to the first occupation of the development unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority and retained thereafter.

Reason: To protect the environment and provide suitable cycle and waste storage in accordance with DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policies KP2 and CP4 and policies DM1 and DM15 of the DPD2 Development Management Document.

05  The landscaping scheme as shown on drawing Landscape and Management Plan Revision A dated 08.12.2016 shall be implemented within the first planting season following occupation of the flatted development hereby approved, unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority. 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 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 DPD1 (Core Strategy) policy KP2 and CP4, DPD2 (Development Management Document) policy DM1, and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

06  The details of the acoustic fence on the schedule of materials revision C and the landscaping scheme Revision A dated 08.10.2014 shall be implemented prior to occupation of the development, unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority and remain in perpetuity.

Reason: To safeguard the character and amenities of the area and in particular to protect the amenities of nearby residential properties in accordance with policy CP4 of the Core Strategy DPD1 and policy DM1 of the Development Management Document DPD2.

07  The renewable energy measures as detailed in MH Energy Consultations Statement 08.10.2014 and drawing 732/01H, 732/08G; 732/05 Revision A, shall be installed prior to first occupation of the development and shall be permanently maintained thereafter.

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).

08  The first and second floor windows in the north and east elevations shall only 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, except for any top hung fan light which shall be a minimum of 1.7 metres above internal floor level unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority.  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 protect the privacy and environment of people in neighbouring residential properties, in accordance with DPD1 (Core Strategy) 2007 policy CP4, DPD2 (Development Management Document) policy DM1 and SPD1 (Design and Townscape Guide).

09  The details of the public art received on the 15.12.2016 including a site plan and elevation drawing of the Celestial Armillary Sphere Pedestal agreed under application 16/01075/AD shall be implemented prior to the first occupation of the development unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority and retained thereafter.

Reason: In the interest of visual amenities of the townscape in accordance with policies KP2 and CP4 of the Core Strategy, the Design and Townscape Guide, 2009 (SPD1) and the Planning Obligations: A Guide to Section 106 and Developer Contributions (SPD2).

Informatives

01  You are advised that as the proposed external alterations  does not result in the creation of new floorspace 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.