Agenda and minutes

Members are requested to declare the existence and nature of any disclosable pecuniary interest and/or other interest in any item on the agenda.

Councillor R E Bofinger declared a non registrable, non pecuniary interest in item 5.2 as he was a member of Stapleford Town Board.  Minute number 3.2 refers.

Councillor S P Jeremiah declared a non registrable, non pecuniary interest in item 5.2 as he was a member of Stapleford Town Board.  He noted that he was a new member of the Board and had not yet participated in any meetings of the Board.  Minute number 3.2 refers.

Councillor L A Ball BEM declared a non registrable, non pecuniary personal interest in item 5.3 as a close family member lived near to the proposed development.  Minute number 3.3 refers.

Councillor P J Owen declared a non registrable, non pecuniary personal interest in item 5.3 as a close as a close family member lived near to the proposed development.  Minute number 3.3 refers.

Councillor E Williamson declared a non registrable, non pecuniary personal interest in item 5.7 as she was acquainted with the applicant.  Minute number 3.7 refers.

The Committee is asked to confirm as a correct record the minutes of the meeting held on 17 April 2024.

The minutes of the meeting on 17 April 2024 were confirmed and signed as a correct record.

The Committee received notification of lobbying in respect of the planning applications subject to consideration at the meeting.

Construct detached two storey building compromising 4 apartments (C4 Use)

Land south of Neville Sadler Court Beeston Nottinghamshire

Construct detached two storey building compromising 4 apartments (C4 Use)

Land south of Neville Sadler Court Beeston Nottinghamshire

Councillor G Bunn had requested that this application be determined by Committee.  The application was brought to the meeting of 17 April 2024 and was deferred to allow the developer to give consideration to increasing the size of the dwellings.

The late item, comprised of an objection from a resident living close to the proposed development was noted.

There were no public speakers.

Having given due regard to all of the representations before them, the Committee debated the item.  There was concern about flooding, noise and car parking, as well as the intensity of the proposal.  It was noted that the size of the dwellings had been increased in line with the request of the Committee.

RESOLVEDthatthe Head of Planning and Economic Development be given delegated authority to grant planning permission subject to:

(i)     Prior completion of an agreement under Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 to secure the provision of open space contributions

(ii)    the following conditions:

Create 3G Artificial Grass Pitch (AGP) with perimeter fencing, hardstanding areas, storage container, floodlights, access footpath, associated bund, spectator stands and acoustic fencing

Hickings Lane Recreation Ground, Hickings Lane, Stapleford, Nottinghamshire

Create 3G Artificial Grass Pitch with perimeter fencing, hardstanding areas, storage container, floodlights, access footpath, associated bund, spectator stands and acoustic fencing

Hickings Lane Recreation Ground, Hickings Lane, Stapleford, Nottinghamshire

This item was brought to Committee as the Council was the developer.

There were a number of late items which included the withdrawal of Sport England’s objection to the scheme, suggested conditions and the description of an engagement event.

Jonathon Little, on behalf of the applicant, Craig Woods, objecting and Councillor K A Harlow, Ward Member, made representation to the Committee before the general debate.

The Committee, after considering all of the evidence before it, debated the item, with particular reference to the project being driven by the community of Stapleford, the benefit to residents and the potential for greater training opportunities for those over 16 years old. 

There was concern about the maintenance of the pitch, the materials used to build the pitch and the environmental impact.

Debate progressed on to the relocation of Stapleford Cricket Club, which was a condition relating to the progression of the development.  There was a discussion about whether the proposed site for the Cricket Club was in Stapleford and whether it was suitable for sport.  It was noted that Stapleford Cricket Club were satisfied with the proposed site.

Consideration was given to the lack of all – weather facilities in the Borough, the impact of the floodlights on neighbours and the potential for noise from both the stands and the Multi Use Games Area (MUGA).

          RESOLVED that planning permission be granted subject to the following conditions:

Variation of condition 3 of application Reference Number: 20/00056/OUT to allow the occupation of up to 20 dwellings prior to the Shilo Way site access arrangements being made available

Land West of Awsworth, Shilo Way, Awsworth, Nottinghamshire

Variation of condition 3 of application Reference Number: 20/00056/OUT to allow the occupation of up to 20 dwellings prior to the Shilo Way site access arrangements being made available.

Land West of Awsworth, Shilo Way, Awsworth, Nottinghamshire

The application was brought before the Committee at the request of Councillor D D Pringle.

The late item was a comment from Highways England.

There were no public speakers.

The Committee considered all representations before it, with particular consideration of the additional impact this would have on residents on Newtons Lane, Awsworth.  It was noted that the Committee would benefit from more details about what was delaying the new junction.

It was proposed by Councillor D K Watts and seconded by Councillor G Marshall that the application be deferred to allow the developer to provide greater details about the delay on the new junction and entrance to the site.

On being put the meeting the motion was carried.

          RESOLVED that the application be deferred.

Having declared a non – registrable, non pecuniary interest in the item, Councillor L A Ball BEM left the meeting for the duration of the item, did not join the debate and did not vote thereon.

Councillor P J Owen, ex – officio with no voting rights, also left the meeting for the duration of the item and did not join the debate, having also declared a non – registrable, non pecuniary interest.

Construct two-storey and single-storey rear extensions, side infill extension and new porch along with front boundary access and wall

Broad Oak Farm Main Street, Strelley NG8 6PD

Construct two-storey and single-storey rear extensions, side infill extension and new porch along with front boundary access and wall

Broad Oak, Farm Main Street, Strelley NG8 6PD

This item was brought before Committee at the request of Councillor P J Owen.

The late items included comments from the Conservation Officer and corrections to the published report.

Mr Yarlett, the applicant, made representation to the Committee prior to the general debate.

Having given due regard to the representations made to it, the Committee debated the item, with particular reference to the openness and amenity of the Green Belt.

          RESOLVED that the application be approved, with the precise wording of the approval and conditions, to include time, materials and plans, delegated to the Chair of the Planning Committee and the Head of Planning and Economic Development.

Prior to the construction of the replacement porch, the following details shall first be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority:

-       a detailed elevational drawing at no less than 1:20 which must show each brick course from the ground level up to the ridge of the porch and the precise number of corbelled brick courses. The drawing must also show the precise arrangement of the brickwork detail in the lintel above the door, as well as the eaves detail below the tiled roof of the porch.

-       a detailed specification of the new painted timber door

-       photographic samples of the facing brickwork and the plain tiles to be used which should match those used in the host property

Reasons:

1.         To comply with S91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended by S51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004.

2.         For the avoidance of doubt.

3.         To ensure the development presents a satisfactory standard of external appearance, in accordance with the aims of Policies 17 and 23 of the Broxtowe Part 2 Local Plan (2019) and Policies 10 and 11 of the Aligned Core Strategy (2014).

4.         In order to preserve and enhance the character and appearance of the conservation area in accordance with the aims of Policies 17 and 23 of the Broxtowe Part 2 Local Plan (2019) and Policies 10 and 11 of the Aligned Core Strategy (2014).

Construct outbuilding to rear garden

187A Nottingham Road, Nuthall, NG16 1AE

Construct outbuilding to rear garden

187A Nottingham Road, Nuthall, NG16 1AE

The Committee was asked to consider this application by Councillor P J Owen.

There were no late items.

Jamie Foot, the agent on behalf of the applicant, made representation to the Committee prior to the general debate.

The Committee debated the item, with consideration for all evidence before it.  There were concerns about the disturbance that the proposed development could cause to neighbours.  It was considered that this would largely be mitigated if a condition regarding levels was placed on the development.

It was proposed by Councillor G Bunn and seconded by Councillor G Marshall that there be a condition to ensure the building was at the lowest level of the garden.

On being put to the meeting the motion was carried.

            RESOLVED thatthe Head of Planning and Economic Development be given delegated authority to grant planning permission subject to the following conditions:

Construct single storey rear extension

43 Nottingham Road, Nuthall, NG16 1DN

Construct single storey rear extension

43 Nottingham Road, Nuthall, NG16 1DN

This item was called to Committee at the request of Councillor P J Owen.

There were no late items.

Mr Sutton, the applicant made representation to the Committee prior to the general debate.

Having given due regard to the evidence before it, the Committee debated the item, noting that the proposed development would not have a negative impact on the openness or amenity of the Green Belt.

          RESOLVED that planning permission be granted with the precise wording of the approval and conditions, including wording on materials, time and plans, to be delegated to the Chair of the Planning Committee and the Head of Planning and Economic Development.

Conditions:

1.         The development hereby permitted shall be commenced before the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this permission.

2.         The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the Site Location Plan and drawings numbered 24/2784-1 and 24/2784-2 received by the Local Planning Authority on 22 March 2024.

3.         The development shall be constructed using materials of a type, texture and colour so as to match those of the existing building.

Reasons:

1.         To comply with S91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended by S51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004.

2.         For the avoidance of doubt.

3.         To ensure the development presents a satisfactory standard of external appearance, in accordance with the aims of Policy 17 of the Broxtowe Part 2 Local Plan (2019) and Policy 10 of the Aligned Core Strategy (2014).

Construct detached single storey dwelling

Garden at 55 Mansfield Road, Brinsley, Nottinghamshire, NG16 5AF

Construct detached single storey dwelling

Garden At 55 Mansfield Road Brinsley Nottinghamshire NG16 5AF

This application was brought before the Committee for consideration by Councillor M Radulovic MBE.

The late items noted that after the publication of the agenda for the Committee a request was made for photographs of a similar development be circulated.  It was noted that these had been sent to all members of the Committee through the lobbying process.

Sue Gilbourne, on behalf of the applicant, made representation to the Committee prior to the general debate. 

Having given consideration to the evidence before it the Committee debated the application. 

It was proposed by Councillor D K Watts that the application be deferred to gather further information.

It was proposed by the Councillor D Bagshaw and seconded by Councillor S P Jeremiah that there be a brief recess in order that more information about the application be provided.

On being put the meeting the motion was carried.

The meeting resumed, the information requested was provided and Councillor D K Watts withdrew his proposal to defer the application.  The debate centred on the lack of very special circumstances to justify the negative impact that the proposed development would have on the openness and amenity of the Green Belt.

RESOLVED that planning permission be refused for the following reasons:

The Committee noted the delegated decisions.

The Committee noted the appeals for applications 23/00425/PMAP32 and 23/00293/FUL.

The Committee is asked to RESOLVE that, under Section 100A of the Local Government Act, 1972, the public and press be excluded from the meeting for the following item of business on the grounds that it involves the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in paragraphs 1, 2, and 3 of Schedule 12A of the Act.

RESOLVED that, under section 100A of the Local Government Act 1972, the public and press be excluded from the meeting for the following items of business on the grounds that they involve the likely disclosure of exempt information as defined in paragraphs 1, 2 and 3 of Schedule 12A of the act.

The Committee noted the Enforcement Update.