No apologies were received for this meeting.

The following declarations were made at the meeting:-

Councillor Arscott – Agenda item 7 (18/02211/FUL – Park Road Methodist Church) – Non-pecuniary interest: Surveyor mentioned in report is known to him.

Councillor Borton – Agenda item 9 (18/01122/FUL – Mariner House, 157 High Street) – Non-pecuniary interest: Resident of Mariner House is known to her.

Councillor D Garston – Agenda item 7 (18/02211/FUL – Park Road Methodist Church) – Non-pecuniary interest: Surveyor mentioned in report is known to him.

Councillor J Garston – Agenda item 7 (18/02211/FUL – Park Road Methodist Church) – Non-pecuniary interest: Surveyor mentioned in report is known to him.

Councillor Ward – Agenda item 11 (18/00185/UNUA_B – 53 Westcliff Park Drive) – Non-pecuniary interest: The Company he works for has scaffolded the building.

Resolved:-

That the Minutes of the meeting held on Wednesday 12^th December 2018 be confirmed as a correct record and signed.

Resolved:-

That the Minutes of the meeting held on Wednesday 9^th January 2019 be confirmed as a correct record and signed.

Resolved:-

That the Minutes of the Meeting held on 6^th February 2019 be confirmed as a correct record and signed.

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: 1. Partial demolition to church and church hall, erect single storey extension to west side of church, erect gabled extensions to north-east and north-west corners of church hall with internal alterations to convert into six dwellings, associated garages and cycle storage, layout amenity space and one visitor car parking space, form vehicular access onto Avenue Road, install boundary railings, install rooflights and alter elevations.

Proposal 2. Partial demolition to church and church hall, erect single storey extension to west side of church, erect gabled extensions to north-east and north-west corners of church hall with internal alterations to convert into six dwellings, associated garages and cycle storage, layout amenity space and one visitor car parking space, form vehicular access onto Avenue Road, install boundary railings, install rooflights and alter elevations (Listed Building Consent)

Applicant: David Morton

Agent: Ayshford and Sansome

Mr Atkinson, a local resident, spoke as an objector.

Resolved:-

That PLANNING PERMISSION be REFUSED for the following reasons:

01 The proposal has failed to demonstrate that the church and church hall can be converted into residential dwellings without harming the special character and significance of the listed building. In particular the extent of roof alterations to the principal roofslope, and the visual impact of the ventilation equipment and louvres and the extent of roof demolition for the church hall are harmful to the character and integrity of the listed building and the viable alternative uses report / marketing information submitted with the application is insufficient and out of date and has failed to demonstrate that other more sensitive uses would not be practical and viable. This is unacceptable and contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework (2019), Policies KP2 and CP4 of the Southend-on-Sea Core Strategy (2007) Policies DM1, DM3 and DM5 of the Southend-on-Sea Development Management Document (2015) and guidance contained within the Southend-on-Sea Design and Townscape Guide (2009).This is unacceptable and contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework (2018), Policies KP2 and CP4 of the Southend-on-Sea Core Strategy (2007) Policies DM1, DM3 and DM5 of the Southend-on-Sea Development Management Document (2015) and guidance contained within the Southend-on-Sea Design and Townscape Guide (2009).

02 The proposed church hall extension would give rise to an unacceptable level of overlooking of the neighbouring occupiers of number 5 Park Road and its private amenity area. The proposal is therefore unacceptable and contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework (2018), Policies KP2 and CP4 of the Southend-on-Sea Core Strategy (2007) Policies DM1 and DM3 of the Southend-on-Sea Development Management Document (2015) and guidance contained within the Southend-on-Sea Design and Townscape Guide (2009).

03 The proposed church conversion, by reason of the inadequate levels of light and outlook to the northern units, would result in an inadequate quality living environment, to the detriment of the amenities of the future occupiers of the proposed dwelling. This is unacceptable and contrary to National Planning Policy Framework (2018), policies KP2 and CP4 of the Core Strategy (2007), policies DM1, DM3 and DM8 of the Development  ...  view the full minutes text for item 755.

Proposal: Demolish existing bungalow, erect two semi-detached two storey dwellinghouses with dormers to rear, associated landscaping and extend existing vehicular access on to Carlton Avenue (Amended Proposal).

Applicant: Mr Hughes

Agent: RD Architecture Ltd

Resolved:-

That PLANNING PERMISSION be GRANTED subject to he following conditions:

1.    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

2.    The development shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans: 1619/305/P1, 1619/310/P0, 1619/320/P1, 1619/441/P0, 1619/450/P0, 1619/300/P2, 1619/410/P2, 1619/420/P2, 1619/430/P2.

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

3.    Notwithstanding the details shown on the plans submitted and otherwise hereby approved, no development shall take place, other than for demolition works and the construction up to ground floor slab level, until samples of the materials to be used in the construction of the external elevations of the building hereby permitted have been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. The development shall be carried out in full accordance with the approved details before it is occupied.

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 (2018), Core Strategy (2007) Policies KP2 and CP4, Development Management Document (2015) Policies DM1 and DM3, and the guidance contained within the Design and Townscape Guide (2009).

4.    A scheme detailing how at least 10% of the total energy needs of the development will be supplied using on site renewable sources must be submitted to and agreed in writing and implemented in full prior to the first occupation of the development. This provision 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 and Development Management Document policy DM2.

5.    Water efficient design measures as 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 and water recycling systems shall be installed prior to the first occupation of the development hereby approved and retained in perpetuity.

Reason: To minimise the environmental impact of the development through efficient use of water in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework, Core Strategy (2007) policy KP2, Development Management Document (2015) policy DM2 and the guidance within the Design and Townscape Guide (2009).

6.    No part of the development shall be occupied until space has been laid out within the site in accordance with drawing 1619/420/P2 for 4 cars to be parked. The parking spaces shall be made available for use prior to first occupation of the  ...  view the full minutes text for item 756.

Proposal: Change of use from shop (Class A1) to restaurant (class A3) and install extraction vent to rear.

Applicant: Pillingstone ltd

Agent: UPP – Urban Planning Practice

The matter was DEFFERED to enable the agent the opportunity to respond to a proposed speaking objector.

Breach of Control: Without planning permission the installation of two dormer windows to the front elevation.

Case Officer: Steve Jones

Resolved:-

That ENFORCMENT ACTION be AUTHORISED to secure the removal of the unauthorised dormer windows to the front elevation.

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 a compliance period of 3 months is considered reasonable for the removal of the existing dormer windows.

Taking enforcement action in this case may amount to an interference with the owners’ and/or occupiers’ Human Rights. However, it is necessary for the local planning authority to balance the rights of the owners and/or occupiers against its legitimate aims to regulate and control land within its area. In this particular case it is considered reasonable, expedient, and proportionate and in the public interest to pursue enforcement action on the grounds set out in the formal recommendation.

Breaches of Control: Without planning permission, the construction of a roof replacement, hip to gable roof extension, dormer to rear and first floor rear extension above existing single storey extension.

Case Officer: Hayley Thompson

Resolved:-

That ENFORCEMENT ACTION be AUTHORISED to secure the removal of the rear dormer window and first floor rear extension.

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 3 months is deemed reasonable.

Breaches of Control: Without planning permission the Unauthorised Change of Use from A1 retail to Car sales (Sui Generis).

Case Officer: Steve Jones

Resolved:-

That ENFORCMENT ACTION be AUTHORISED to secure the cessation of use of the site as car sales.

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 a compliance period of 1 calendar month is considered reasonable for the site to stop operating as vehicle sales.

Taking enforcement action in this case may amount to an interference with the owners’ and/or occupiers’ Human Rights. However, it is necessary for the local planning authority to balance the rights of the owners and/or occupiers against its legitimate aims to regulate and control land within its area. In this particular case it is considered reasonable, expedient, and proportionate and in the public interest to pursue enforcement action on the grounds set out in the formal recommendation.