Agenda and minutes

There were no apologies for absence.

The Chair will consider the admission of any late items of urgent business.  Late items will be considered under the agenda item where they appear.  New items will be dealt with at item 15 below.

There were no new items of urgent business.

A member with a personal interest in a matter who attends a meeting of the authority at which the matter is considered must disclose to that meeting the existence and nature of that interest at the commencement of that consideration, or when the interest becomes apparent.

A member with a personal interest in a matter also has a prejudicial interest in that matter if the interest is one which a member of the public with knowledge of the relevant facts would reasonably regard as so significant that it is likely to prejudice the member's judgment of the public interest and if this interest affects their financial position or the financial position of a person or body as described in paragraph 8 of the Code of Conduct and/or if it relates to the determining of any approval, consent, licence, permission or registration in relation to them or any person or body described in paragraph 8 of the Code of Conduct.

Cllr Beacham declared a personal interest in respect of agenda item 12, as the application was within Alexandra ward for which he was Ward Councillor, and he had been contacted in relation to the application but had not responded.

Cllr McNamara declared a personal interest in respect of agenda items 13 and 14, as the applications were within Bruce Grove ward for which he was Ward Councillor, but he had received no correspondence in relation to the applications.

Cllr Rice declared a prejudicial interest in agenda item 11, which was within Tottenham Hale Ward, for which he was Ward Councillor, as he had attended the topping out ceremony and received hospitality from the developer, and was former Chair of the Friends of Down Lane Park, who had made representation in relation to the site. Cllr Rice would not take part in any discussion of this application.

To consider receiving deputations and/or petitions in accordance with Part Four, Section B, Paragraph 29 of the Council’s Constitution.

There were no deputations or petitions.

To confirm and sign the Minutes of the Planning Committee held on 13 September 2010.

RESOLVED

That the minutes of the meeting held on 13 September 2010 be approved as a correct record and signed by the Chair.

Erection of 2 additional floors to Pavilions 1 and 2 to provide 12 additional flats (8 x two bed and 4 x three bed flats).

RECOMMENDATION: Grant permission subject to conditions.

Marc Dorfman, Assistant Director – Planning, Regeneration and Economy, requested that the Committee agree to the withdrawal of agenda item 11, the GLS Depot, Ferry Lane, as information on views into the site from Lee Valley Park had been received subsequent to the circulation of the report, which would require careful consideration by officers. It was also reported that a number of representations regarding concerns in relation to the site had been submitted towards the end of the consultation period and subsequently, and that these should also be given full consideration by officers before the report was submitted for consideration by Members of the Planning Committee.

RESOLVED

That agenda item 11, GLS Depot, Ferry Lane, be withdrawn from the agenda, for consideration at a future meeting of the Planning Committee.

To advise the Committee on Appeal decisions determined by the Department for Communities and Local Government during August 2010.

The Committee considered a report on appeal decisions determined by the Department for Communities and Local Government during August 2010 and noted that of the 8 appeals in August, 1 had been allowed and 7 had been dismissed.

NOTED

To inform the Committee of decisions made under delegated powers by the Head of Development Management and the Chair of the above Committee between 23 August 2010 and 19 September 2010.

The Committee considered a report on decisions made under delegated powers by the Head of Development Management and the Chair of the Planning Committee between 23 August and 19 September 2010.

NOTED

To advise the Committee of performance statistics on Development Management, Building Control and Planning Enforcement since the 13 September 2010 Committee meeting.

The Committee considered a report on performance statistics for Development Management, Building Control and Planning Enforcement.

In response to a question from the Committee regarding whether photographic evidence of the appearance of a property at the time of purchase could be used as part of the process for obtaining certificates of lawfulness, Marc Dorfman, Assistant Director - Planning Regeneration and Economy, advised that this was an issue that could be looked into.

Members were encouraged to contact the Enforcement team directly if they had any concerns relating to Planning Enforcement issues.

NOTED

Report of the Director of Urban Environment to report performance for the planning enforcement team for the second quarter of 2010/11 and to inform Members on the reduction funding in year for planning enforcement and the implications for the service.

Eubert Malcolm, Enforcement Response Service Manager, presented the quarterly update on Planning Enforcement.

The Committee expressed concern regarding the potential impact of the loss of one planning enforcement officer post, in response to which Mr Malcolm acknowledged that this would have a significant impact, and that the enforcement priorities would be reviewed in order to realign with the resources available.

NOTED

The Committee asked about the Section 106 report that had been presented to the Overview and Scrutiny Committee on 4 October 2010, and why this was not on the agenda for this meeting of the Planning Committee. Mr Dorfman advised that the report was being amended to take into account the comments made by the Overview and Scrutiny Committee, and would be on the agenda for the next Planning Committee meeting.

Demolition of garage/store building and erection of new two bed single storey dwellinghouse with rooms at basement level and garden to rear.

RECOMMENDATION: Grant permission subject to conditions.

The Committee considered a report, previously circulated, which gave details of the application, the consultation, the site and its environment, planning history and all the relevant planning factors and policies.

The Planning Officer gave a summary of the report, outlining the key points, and took questions from the Committee. The Planning Officer advised that the plans had been amended slightly in respect of the boundary treatment, which was now proposed to be timber fence, and that the elevated section of the structure had also been pushed back by 0.5m. In response to questions from the Committee, the Planning Officer acknowledged that there was a mixture of architectural styles in the area, but that the character was predominantly Victorian and Edwardian.

Two local residents addressed the Committee in objection to the application. The objectors told the Committee that the proposal would adversely affect the character of the Conservation Area and the street view, and that the design would contrast with the predominant architectural styles in the vicinity. It was noted that the elevated section of the building would be visible over the boundary, and that the footprint of the proposed house differed significantly from the footprint of the existing structure. Concerns were expressed that the structure would be dominant, visually intrusive, incongruous and too close to the road. It was felt that the current application was inconsistent with the decision of the Planning Inspector in respect of the previous application. The objectors felt that any proposal should use the same footprint as the existing structure on the site, and that the entire building should be single storey so as not to be visible from the street.

In response to questions from the Committee, the objectors noted that building on what was originally designed as a garden space was against the original design for the street, and that this view of open space should be retained. The objectors felt that the proposed elevated section of the design would intrude on this open vista.

The applicant addressed the Committee, and stated that the proposed design was intended to preserve the open nature of the site, and also to enhance the Conservation Area. It was noted that at its closest point to the road, 1.4m, the building would be exactly in line with the other properties on the street. The applicant reported that the elevated section was intended to add interest, to prevent the design from being a flat box-like structure, and would give the design more identity. The proposal was described as modest and in keeping with its surroundings, despite its modern design. The Committee was asked to grant consent.

In response to questions from the Committee, the applicant advised that there would be a dividing fence between the new house and the existing house at number 23. The applicant stated it was important to include a feature of interest, in this case the elevated section, and that this feature was a necessary part of the overall design and was not just a  ...  view the full minutes text for item 76.

Refurbishment of existing listed building to retain the existing pub use on ground and basement levels, and the redesign of the non-self contained residential units at upper levels to provide 3 self-contained residential units. Demolition of rear later addition to listed building and redevelopment of the rear of the site to provide 4 x 4 bed houses and 2 x 2 bed maisonettes units (AMENDED DESCRIPTION).

RECOMMENDATION: Grant permission subject to conditions and section 106 legal agreement.

The Committee considered a report, previously circulated, which gave details of the application, the consultation, the site and its environment, planning history and all relevant planning factors and policies.

The Planning Officer gave a summary of the report, outlining the key points, and took questions from the Committee. The Committee was advised that the original section 106 requirement that the second phase of works could not be commenced until the work on the Listed Building had been completed had been reviewed and considered to be excessively onerous; as a consequence, point 2) of the recommendation set out at paragraph 8.1 of the report was amended to read “The applicant agrees to phase the proposed development to deliver the improvements to the Listed Building first before the second phase of the scheme is occupied”. The Committee then examined the plans.

The Committee asked about arrangement for vehicular emergency access to the rear of the premises, in response to which it was reported that vehicles would access the front of the building and that emergency access would then be by foot through to the properties at the rear. Mr Dorfman advised that the application would not have reached the Committee stage if the responsible authorities and building control had concerns regarding emergency access. The Committee suggested that the possibility of introducing gates for emergency access from the car park at number 9 be explored, and it was agreed that this should be addressed by means of an informative, as it would require the mutual agreement of the owners of both properties.

In response to concerns raised by the Committee regarding the impact of construction work at the site on the existing bus stop at the front, Maurice Richards, Transportation Planner, reported that conditions were imposed to limit access for construction vehicles to certain off-peak hours to minimise disruption. The Committee expressed concerns regarding the car parking provision, given the size and number of housing units proposed. It was reported that a previous application had been made to open up a car park, but that this had been felt to be detrimental to the character of the listed building. As the area was not in a CPZ, residents would be able to apply for parking permits. It was suggested that providing a car club space on site might address some of these issues, and it was agreed that this should be incorporated into the section 106 agreement.

RESOLVED

That, subject to conditions and a section 106 agreement incorporating the provision of a car club space, planning application HGY/2009/1695 be approved.

Conditions:

IMPLEMENTATION

1. The development hereby authorised must be begun not later than the expiration of 3 years from the date of this permission, failing which the permission shall be of no effect.           

Reason: This condition is imposed by virtue of the provisions of the Planning & Compulsory Purchase Act 2004 and to prevent the accumulation of unimplemented planning permissions.

2. The development hereby authorised shall be carried out in complete accordance with  ...  view the full minutes text for item 77.

Listed building consent for refurbishment of existing listed building to retain the existing pub use on ground and basement levels, and the redesign of the non-self contained residential units at upper levels to provide 3 self-contained residential units. Demolition of rear later addition to listed building and redevelopment of the rear of the site to provide 4 x 4 bed houses and 2 x 2 bed maisonettes units (AMENDED DESCRIPTION).

RECOMMENDATION: Grant Listed Building Consent subject to conditions.

The Committee considered a report, previously circulated, for Listed Building Consent, which gave details of the application, planning history and relevant factors and policies.

RESOLVED

That, subject to conditions, Listed Building Consent for application HGY/2009/1696 be approved.

Conditions:

IMPLEMENTATION

1. The development hereby authorised must be begun not later than the expiration of 3 years from the date of this permission, failing which the permission shall be of no effect.           

Reason: This condition is imposed by virtue of the provisions of the Planning & Compulsory Purchase Act 2004 and to prevent the accumulation of unimplemented planning permissions.

2. The development hereby authorised shall be carried out in complete accordance with the plans and specifications submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority

Reason: In order to ensure the development is carried out in accordance with the approved details and in the interests of amenity. 

EXTERNAL APPEARANCE

3. Notwithstanding the description of the materials in the application, no development shall be commenced until precise details of the materials to be used in connection with the development hereby permitted have been submitted to, approved in writing by and implemented in accordance with the requirements of the Local Planning Authority.

Reason: In order to retain control over the external appearance of the development and in the interest of the visual amenity of the area. 

4. Notwithstanding the amended application drawings additional information and details shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority prior to commencement of this part of the works;

a)  Detailed Schedule of Repairs for the Listed Building, including its side extension

b) Fully annotated and dimensioned detailed plan, front elevation and cross-section through the proposed re-located main entrance to the Listed Building, showing proposed steps, balustrade, threshold, front door, and decorative fanlight above set within its archway, illustrating detail design, architectural features, facing materials, and finishes, at a scale of 1:10.

c) Fully annotated and dimensioned detailed plan, elevation, and cross-section, showing the proposed main front pedestrian gate through the Listed Building to the rear of site, illustrating detail design, architectural features, facing materials, and finishes, at a scale of 1:10.

d) Fully annotated and dimensioned detailed plan, elevation, and cross-section of the proposed new rear dormer window on the roof of the Listed Building, illustrating detail design, architectural features, facing materials, and finishes, at a scale of 1:10.

e) Fully annotated and dimensioned roof repair details to chimney stack, chimney pots, flashings, parapet wall, cornice, eaves, illustrating architectural features, facing materials, and finishes, at a scale of 1:10.

f) Fully annotated and dimensioned detailed plan, elevation, and cross-section of the proposed new conservatory at the rear ground floor of the Listed Building.

g) Details showing the re-location of the dedication stone on the front elevation of the side extension to the Listed Building.

Reason: To safeguard the historic fabric and the architectural character and appearance of this Listed Building

5. All new external and internal works and finishes and works of making good  ...  view the full minutes text for item 78.

To consider any items admitted at item 2 above.

There were no new items of urgent business.

8^th November 2010, 7pm.

Monday, 8 November 2010 at 7pm.

The meeting closed at 9pm.