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 D K Watts declared a non-pecuniary interest in agenda item 5.8 as the objector to the application was an acquaintance.  Minutes number 71.8 refers.

The Committee is asked to confirm as a correct record the minutes of the meetings held on 10 March 2021 and 17 March 2021.

The minutes of the meetings held on 10 March 2021 and 17 March 2021 were approved as a correct record and signed.

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

Construct 115 dwellings, associated infrastructure, attenuation pond and vehicular access from Cordy Lane

Land to the rear of Brinsley Recreation Ground,

Church Lane, Brinsley

Construct 115 dwellings, associated infrastructure, attenuation pond and vehicular access from Cordy Lane

Land to the rear of Brinsley Recreation Ground, Church Lane, Brinsley

The application was brought before Committee as it was an Allocated Housing Site within the Part 2 Local Plan. This item was deferred from the meeting on 17 March 2021.

There was a substantial late item in the form of a statement from the developer addressing concerns from the previous meeting and the report to Committee from 17 March 2021. 

Robert Galij, applicant and Peter Housley, objecting, made representation to the Committee prior to the general debate.

It was noted that the street lighting, open space and unadopted highways would be maintained by a management company in perpetuity.  There followed a discussion about the contributions that residents might have to make towards the maintenance of the development.  The need for housing was discussed, in particular, the provision of housing in places where people wanted to live. 

RESOLVED that the Interim Head of Planning and Economic Development be given delegated authority to grant planning permission subject to:

(i)    the prior completion of an agreement under section 106 of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990 to secure the provision of affordable housing on the site and to cover contributions towards: provision and maintenance of open space, integrated and sustainable transport measures and Primary Health Care and

(ii)   the following conditions:

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

Reason: 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.    The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with drawings numbered:

Location Plan - H8060-02 Rev B

Planning Layout - H8060/P101e Rev F

Off Site Junction Arrangement ADC2052-DR-002 Revision P3

Site Access General Arrangement - ADC2052-DR-001 Rev P6

Vehicular Tracking - ENG-101-VT

Drainage Strategy - H8060-102B Rev B

General Arrangement – Drainage - H8060-102B Rev B

Soft Landscape Proposals (1 of 3) GL1359 01E

Soft Landscape Proposals (2 of 3) GL1359 02E

Soft Landscape Proposals (3 of 3) GL1359 03E

1.8m Timber Hit & Miss Fence – 2010/DET/228

0.9m Estate Railings - 2010/DET/226

1.8m Close Boarded Fence - 2010/DET/207

Boundary Wall – Type 3 - NM-SD13-013

Boundary Wall – Type 1 - DB-SD13-004 Rev C

Street Scenes - H8060_05_01 Rev B

Materials Layout - H8060/06 Rev B

Cross Sections - H8060_05_02 Rev A

6 x 3m Double Garage - LDG2H8

6 x 3m Single Garage - LSG1H8

Standard Double Garage SDG1H8 Rev A

Standard Double (2 x single) Garage - SDG2H8 Rev A

Standard Single Garage SSG1H8 Rev A

Holden Weatherboard: house type code H4693WH7

Wilford (Gable End Terrace): P204-EG7: Rev A

Wilford (Hipped End Terrace): P204-EH7: Rev E

Wilford (Mid Terrace) : P204-I-7: Rev B

Hadley (Detached) : P341-D7: Rev B_C

Hadley (End Terrace) : P341 –E-7: Rev B_C

Henley: H588--7: Rev  ...  view the full minutes text for item 71.1

Construct link extension and change use from residential (Class C3) to residential care home (Class C2)

259 High Road, Chilwell, NG9 5DD

Construct link extension and change use from residential (Class C3) to residential care home (Class C2)

259 High Road Chilwell NG9 5DD

This application had been brought before Committee by Councillor T A Cullen.  It was deferred at the meeting of 10 March 2021 and 17 March 2021 to allow the applicant to elaborate on how many residents there would be in the home once the extension was granted and what impact this might have on parking. 

There were no late items.

Ros Heath, applicant, made representation to the Committee prior to the general debate.

The Committee noted it’s thanks to the applicant for making changes to the application (the provision of four additional parking spaces) to benefit local residents and stating a commitment to work with neighbours to ameliorate problems with traffic and parked cars.

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

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

Reason: 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.    The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the site location plan received by the Local Planning Authority on 16.11.20, the proposed block plan and drawings numbered 20/988/03 and 20/988/04 received by the Local Planning Authority on 10.10.20, and parking layout drawing number 20/988/06 rev B received by the Local Planning Authority on 24.03.21.

Reason: For the avoidance of doubt.

3.    No above ground works shall be carried out until details of the manufacturer, type and colour of the door, bricks and coping stones to be used in facing elevations have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority, and the development shall be constructed only in accordance with those details.

Reason: Limited details were submitted and 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.    The development hereby approved shall not be occupied until the parking spaces shown on drawing number 20/988/06 rev B have been made available for use.

Reason: In the interests of highway safety 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).

       NOTES TO APPLICANT

1.    The Council has acted positively and proactively in the determination of this application by working to determine it within the agreed determination timescale.

2.    Given the proximity of residential properties, it is advised that contractors limit noisy works to between 08.00 and 18.00 hours Monday to Friday, 08.00 and 13.00 hours on Saturdays and no noisy works on Sundays and Bank Holidays. There should also be no burning of waste on site at any time.

Construct pair of semi-detached dwellings following demolition of existing bungalow

28 Park Road, Chilwell, NG9 4DA

Construct pair of semi-detached dwellings following demolition of existing bungalow

28 Park Road Chilwell NG9 4DA

This application had been brought before the Committee for determination by Councillor G Marshall.  The item was deferred at the meeting of 10 March 2021 to allow Councillors to make a site visit.

There were no late items.

Simon Jude, applicant, and Andrew Burrows, objecting, made representation to the Committee prior to the general debate. 

During the debate consideration was given to the size of the plot, the arrangements for parking and the loss of amenity for neighbours.  It was stated that the proposed development was too close to the neighbouring bungalow, that the scheme was too big and that although the bungalow that was to be demolished had an annexe that was a separate dwelling, the replacement of these two dwellings with a pair of semi-detached houses was not like for like.  It was noted that the top window in the South East elevation of the proposed development was to be glazed with opaque glass.  It was also noted that Park Road was very narrow.

            RESOLVED that planning permission be refused, with the precise wording of the refusal to be delegated to the Head of Planning and Economic Development in consultation with the Chair of the Planning Committee.

Reasons

The proposed semi-detached dwellings, by virtue of their size, scale and position within the site, would represent an over-intensive development of the site, resulting in an unacceptable impact on neighbour amenity and a detriment to the established character of the street, contrary to the aims of Policy 10 of the Broxtowe Aligned Core Strategy (2014) and Policy 17 of the Broxtowe Part 2 Local Plan (2019).

Construct 42 dwellings with improved access, provision of an internal access road, landscaping and associated works following the demolition of buildings

Old Station Yard, Station Road, Beeston, NG9 2AB

Construct 42 dwellings with improved access, provision of an internal access road, landscaping and associated works following the demolition of buildings

Old Station Yard, Station Road, Beeston, NG9 2AB

The application was brought to the Committee at the request of Councillor P Lally, and because it was a major application.

The late items were comprised of a letter from Network Rail and a letter from East Midlands Homes who would manage the site if built.

Emily Christie, applicant, Adrian Hirst, objecting and Councillor Trish Roberts–Thomson, Ward Member, made representation to the Committee prior to the general debate. 

It was noted that the proposed development was for affordable housing on an allocated site, but there was concern that more than half of the homes would not meet minimum space standards.  It was considered that, as the local plan had allocated the site for 40 houses, the proposed development was too dense.  There was also concern about the inclusion of private roads and that the proposed application would impact negatively on access to and future improvements to Beeston Station.

The Committee voiced support for modular methods of construction and the consideration that had been given to sustainability and energy efficiency.

It was proposed by Councillor L A Ball BEM and seconded by Councillor J W McGrath that the item be deferred so that further consideration could be given to space standards, the management of private roads and the provision of a turning circle for Beeston Station. On being put to the meeting the motion was carried.

            RESOLVED that the application be deferred.

Loft conversion including rear dormer

4 The Old School House, Gilt Hill, Kimberley, Nottingham, NG16 2GZ

Loft conversion including rear dormer

4 The Old School House, Gilt Hill, Kimberley, Nottingham, NG16 2GZ

The application had been called to Committee by Councillor R S Robinson.

There were no late items.

Simon Dexter, applicant, and Councillor R S Robinson, Member, made representation to the Committee prior to the general debate.

The Committee noted that when the school was converted, a condition had been added to remove permitted development rights in order that the appearance of the building was maintained.  There was concern that should the application be passed, this would set a precedent for neighbouring properties and have a negative impact on the integrity of the design of the building. 

RESOLVED that planning permission be refused for the following reason:

The proposed dormer, by virtue of its substantial size, would dominate the existing roof resulting in a form of development that is harmful to the character of the host dwelling. Furthermore, due to the nature of the existing roof with the neighbouring dormers, the proposal would result in a cramped form of development that is out of keeping with the character of the surrounding area. The proposal is therefore contrary to the Broxtowe Part 2 Local Plan (2019) Policy 17.

NOTE TO APPLICANT

The Council has acted positively and proactively in the determination of this application by working to determine it within the agreed determination timescale.

Construct 4 dwellings and associated works following demolition of existing dwelling

42 Derby Road, Beeston, NG9 2TG

Construct 4 dwellings and associated works following demolition of existing dwelling

42 Derby Road Beeston NG9 2TG

The application was brought to the Committee at the request of Councillor S J Carr.

There were no late items.

Peter Johal, applicant, Neil Stentiford, objector and Councillor B C Carr, Ward Member, made representation to the Committee prior to the general debate. 

During the debate the arguments for the development were that it represented a good use of land by replacing one home with four and that the buildings were modern and attractive.  The arguments made against the development were that it represented over intensive use of land, that it was out of keeping the character of the area and that it could set a precedent on Derby Road that would see other large frontages being built on.  It was also considered that there would be a negative impact on the amenity of the Abel Collins Homes occupants. 

RESOLVED that planning permission be refused, with the precise wording of the refusal to be delegated to the Head of Planning and Economic Development in consultation with the Chair of the Planning Committee.

Reasons

The proposed detached dwellings, by virtue of their scale, design and position within the site, would fail to integrate into their surroundings, and would fail to create a place with a locally inspired character, contrary to the aims of Policy 10 of the Broxtowe Aligned Core Strategy (2014) and Policy 17 of the Broxtowe Part 2 Local Plan (2019).

Construct two storey side extension, front porch, canopy and external alterations

39 Eastwood Road, Kimberley, Nottinghamshire, NG16 2HX

Construct two storey side extension, front porch, canopy and external alterations

39 Eastwood Road, Kimberley, Nottinghamshire, NG16 2HX

Councillor S Easom had requested that the application be determined by the Planning Committee.

There were no late items for this application.

Maggie Ellis, applicant and Councillor S Easom, Ward Member, made representation to the Committee prior to the general debate.

The Committee noted that the neighbouring house had been extended to the boundary, meaning that this application to do the same, would result in a terracing effect.  It was considered that as next door had an extension, unfair not to allow the proposal and it was more in keeping than neighbouring extension.

            RESOLVED that the planning application be granted, with the precise wording and conditions to be delegated to the Head of Planning and Economic Development in consultation with the Chair of the Planning Committee.

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

Reason: 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.          The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the Location Plan and the Proposed Floor Plans and Elevations with drawing number GD/ME/2020/051/01, both received by the Local Planning Authority on 12 November 2020.

Reason: For the avoidance of doubt.

3.          No part of the development hereby approved shall be commenced until details of appropriate gas prevention measures have been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. No building to be completed pursuant to this permission shall be occupied or brought into use until:

i)        all appropriate measures have been completed in accordance with details approved in writing by the local planning authority; and

ii)      it has been certified to the satisfaction of the local planning authority that necessary remedial measures have been implemented in full.

Reason: In the Interest of public health and safety.

Construct first floor rear extension and front and rear dormer windows

42 Sandy Lane, Bramcote, Nottinghamshire, NG9 3GS

Construct first floor rear extension and front and rear dormer windows

42 Sandy Lane, Bramcote, Nottinghamshire, NG9 3GS

Councillor D K Watts had requested this application be determined by Planning Committee.

It was noted that a site visit had not taken place as planned, as although members of the Committee were able to see the proposed development at 42 Sandy Lane, they had not been able to look at the impact from the neighbouring gardens.  It was proposed by Councillor D K Watts and seconded by Councillor J W McGrath that the item be deferred to allow for a site visit to the neighbouring property to take place.  On being put to the meeting the motion was carried.

            RESOLVED that the application be deferred.

Construct dwelling with vehicle access and car parking, re-siting of gates and dropped kerbs

42 Greenhills Road, Eastwood, Nottinghamshire, NG16 3DG

Construct dwelling with vehicle access and car parking, re-siting of gates and dropped kerbs

42 Greenhills Road, Eastwood, Nottinghamshire, NG16 3DG

This application had been called to Planning Committee by Councillor J P T Parker.

There were no late items.

Graham Furgood, applicant, made representation to the Committee prior to the general debate.  Councillor M Handley read out a statement on behalf of Councillor J P T Parker, Ward Member.

There was a debate as to whether the proposed development would be dangerous and represent over intensification, as it was on a corner plot.  It was noted that the site would be cramped for a house and that it could restrict visibility for traffic. 

RESOLVED that planning permission be refused for the following reason.

The proposed dwelling would be sited in close proximity to the highway at Moorfields Avenue, resulting in the loss of an open corner which is a key characteristic of the surrounding area. The proposal therefore represents an over-intensive and cramped form of development that would be harmful to the street scene and out of keeping with the character of the surrounding area. Furthermore, the size of the gardens at the proposed dwelling and the neighbouring property, no. 42, as a result of the proposed development would be relatively small, which would be out of keeping with the pattern of development in the surrounding area. The proposal is therefore contrary to Policy 17 of the Broxtowe Part 2 Local Plan (2019).

NOTES TO APPLICANT

The Council has acted positively and proactively in the determination of this application by working to determine it within the agreed determination timescale.

The appeal decisions were noted.

The delegated decisions were noted.