To receive any apologies for absence.

An apology for absence was received from Councillor Tina Woodward.

To confirm the minutes of the South Planning Committee meeting held on 19 July 2016.

Contact Linda Jeavons (01743) 257716.

RESOLVED:

That the Minutes of the meeting of the South Planning Committee held on 19 July 2016 be approved as a correct record and signed by the Chairman.

To receive any questions or petitions from the public, notice of which has been given in accordance with Procedure Rule 14.  The deadline for this meeting is 5 pm on Thursday, 8 September 2016.

There were no public questions received.

Members are reminded that they must not participate in the discussion or voting on any matter in which they have a Disclosable Pecuniary Interest and should leave the room prior to the commencement of the debate.

Members were reminded that they must not participate in the discussion or voting on any matter in which they had a Disclosable Pecuniary Interest and should leave the room prior to the commencement of the debate.

With reference to planning applications 15/04383/FUL and 16/02115/AGR, Councillors Andy Boddington and Robert Tindall declared that they were members of The Shropshire Hills AONB Partnership.

With reference to planning applications 15/04383/FUL and 16/02115/AGR, Councillor David Turner declared that he was a member of The Shropshire Hills AONB Partnership and The Shropshire Hills AONB Transition Board.

With reference to planning application 16/02115/AGR, Councillor Robert Tindall declared that he was the Deputy Portfolio Holder for Estates and Built Assets.

Erection of 5 no. dwellings; formation of new access and associated drainage works following demolition of derelict outbuilding (amended description).

The Principal Planner introduced the application and with reference to the drawings displayed, he drew Members’ attention to the location, layout and elevations. 

Members had undertaken a site visit on a previous occasion and had viewed the site and assessed the impact of the proposal on the surrounding area. 

In the ensuing debate Members considered the submitted plans and noted the comments of all speakers.

RESOLVED:

That Planning Permission be granted as per the Officer’s recommendation, subject to the Conditions set out in Appendix 1 to the report.

Erection of one detached dwelling, double garage with terrace over; alteration to existing access.

The Principal Planner introduced the application and with reference to the drawings displayed, he drew Members’ attention to the location, layout and elevations.  

Members had undertaken a site visit on a previous occasion and had viewed the site and assessed the impact of the proposal on the surrounding area. 

In accordance with the Local Protocol for Councillors and Officers dealing with Regulatory Matters (Part 5, Paragraph 15.1) Councillor David Evans, as local Ward Councillor, left the room, took no part in the debate and did not vote on this item. 

The Vice Chairman took the Chair for this item.

In the ensuing debate Members considered the submitted plans and noted the comments of all speakers.

RESOLVED:

That Planning Permission be granted as per the Officer’s recommendation, subject to:

·         Appropriate conditions with regard to materials, access, landscaping and drainage; and

·         Removal of Permitted Development Rights.

(The Chairman returned to the meeting and resumed the Chair.)

Demolition of office building and partial demolition of stable block; erection of (part) three storey building comprising 44 retirement apartments; conversion of, and extension to, stable block to provide four dwellings; access, car parking and landscaping.

The Planning Consultant introduced the application and with reference to the drawings displayed, he drew Members’ attention to the location, layout and elevations.   He confirmed that Members had undertaken a site visit that morning and had viewed the site and assessed the impact of the proposal on the surrounding area. 

Members noted the additional information as set out in the Schedule of Additional Letters circulated prior to the meeting.

Councillor M Clarke, representing Ludlow Town Council, spoke against the proposal in accordance with the Council’s Scheme for Public Speaking at Planning Committees.

Mr C Geddes, the agent, spoke for the proposal in accordance with the Council’s Scheme for Public Speaking at Planning Committees.  In response to questions from Members, Mr Geddes explained that extensive research had shown that one space per every three units worked effectively and this proposal included a parking space ratio of 0.46 which was more than the suggested parking provision; the parking provision would be sufficient to accommodate those who wanted to retain their cars; the proposal included on-site provision for the storage of mobility scooters; this was a scheme for the “active elderly” so there would not be a need for carers and associated parking on site, however there was ample provision for parking of cars nearby; and the town centre was close and within walking distance.

In accordance with the Local Protocol for Councillors and Officers dealing with Regulatory Matters (Part 5, Paragraph 15.1) Councillor Andy Boddington, as local Ward Councillor, made a statement and then left the table, took no part in the debate and did not vote on this item.  During his statement, the following points were raised:

·         He acknowledged that the site should be developed and was sustainable and suitable for a retirement development.  It was close to retail outlets and had bus stops either nearby or directly outside of the development;

·         The proposal constituted overdevelopment.  A reduction in the number of dwellings would ease parking concerns and lower the impact on the surrounding area and be more in keeping with the Conservation Area;

·         He expressed concerns that the detail of the scheme was the subject of conditions.   More information should have been made available for Members to consider at the meeting; and

·         With reference to the suggestion that the dormer windows on the stable block could be moved to face southwards he commented that, although this would reduce in the overlooking of Stone House, it would mean that south facing windows would look into the properties along Station Drive and should not be permitted.

In the ensuing debate, Members considered the submitted plans and noted the comments of all speakers.  Some Members commented that this was a rural area and reliance on cars was high and continued to express their concerns regarding the parking provision.  In response to further concerns from Members regarding landscaping and traffic management and recycling/disposal of waste during the construction/development of the site, the Planning Consultant drew Members’ attention to the conditions that would be  ...  view the full minutes text for item 36.

Timber agricultural building to provide covered area for silage.

The Principal Planner introduced the application and with reference to the drawings displayed, he drew Members’ attention to the location, layout and elevations.  

Members had undertaken a site visit that morning and had viewed the site and assessed the impact of the proposal on the surrounding area. 

In accordance with the Local Protocol for Councillors and Officers dealing with Regulatory Matters (Part 5, Paragraph 15.1) Councillor David Evans, as local Ward Councillor, left the room, took no part in the debate and did not vote on this item. 

The Vice Chairman took the Chair for this item.

In the ensuing debate Members considered the submitted plans and noted the comments of all speakers.

RESOLVED:

That, as per the Officer’s recommendation, the prior approval under Schedule 2, Part 6, Class A of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 (GPDO) be approved, subject to the Conditions as set out in Appendix 1 to the report.

(The Chairman returned to the meeting and resumed the Chair.)

RESOLVED:

That the Schedule of Appeals and Appeal Decisions for the southern area as at 13 September 2016 be noted.

To note that the next meeting of the South Planning Committee will be held at

2.00 pm on Tuesday, 11 October 2016, in the Shrewsbury Room, Shirehall.

RESOLVED:

That it be noted that the next meeting of the South Planning Committee will be held at 2.00 pm on Tuesday, 11 October 2016 in the Shrewsbury Room, Shirehall, Shrewsbury, SY2 6ND.