To confirm the minutes of the meeting held on 3 September 2018.

1)    Attleborough: land adjacent to Oak Tree Park, Norwich Road: Reference: 3PL/2018/0309/F (Minute No. 107/18 (c)

To be strictly accurate, and following a concern raised by Mr Gary Duthie, the applicant’s lawyer who attended the meeting on 3^rd September 2018, the Solicitor to the Council requested that the word ‘first’ should be added to the final paragraph to read:

“Following the first vote”, Members discussed how the off-site affordable housing…..”.

2)     Minutes

Subject to the above amendment, the Minutes of the meeting held on 3 September 2018 were confirmed as a correct record and signed by the Chairman.

To receive apologies for absence.

Apologies for absence were received from Councillors Brame, Hollis and Joel.  An apology for absence was also received from Councillor Nairn who was unable to attend as a substitute.

Councillor Darby was in attendance as substitute for Councillor Joel.

The duties to register, disclose and not to participate for the entire consideration of the matter, in respect of any matter in which a Member has a disclosable pecuniary interest are set out in Chapter 7 of the Localism Act 2011.  Members are also required to withdraw from the meeting room as stated in the Standing Orders of this Council.

Gressenhall: Land known as Church Farm, Church Lane: Reference: 3PL/2017/1475/F

All Members had received direct correspondence in respect of this application.

Rocklands: Model Farm, Chapel Street, Rockland St Peter: Reference: 3PL/2018/0740/F

All Members had received direct correspondence in respect of this application.

Shipdham: Land at Swan Lane: Reference: 3PL/2018/0228/O

Councillor Bowes declared an interest in this application due to her being friends with the landowner and would abstain from voting on the matter. 

Members were informed that the application for the Attleborough Strategic Urban Extension (SUE) would be considered at a future Planning Committee meeting prior to the New Year and would be held in Attleborough.

The Chairman and Members expressed their thanks to Alex Chrusciak, the Director of Planning & Building Control, for all his hard work and guidance over the past few years.  This was Alex’s last Planning Committee meeting and he would be sadly missed.

To consider any requests from Ward Members, officers or applicants to defer an application included in this agenda, so as to save any unnecessary waiting by members of the public attending for such applications.

None.

To note whether the Chairman proposes to accept any item as urgent business, pursuant to Section 100(B)(4)(b) of the Local Government Act 1972.

None.

To receive an update. 

Members were informed that the final session of the Local Plan Examination in Public had been held last week; therefore, subject to the Planning Inspectorate’s decision, the Local Plan was on track to be adopted in early 2019.

To consider applications deferred at previous meetings including some, but not all, of those shown on the attached Schedule of Deferred Applications.

This application had been deferred from the Planning Committee meeting on 30^th July 2018 to allow the correct plans to be put forward and for clarification on whether electric and heating for the proposed summer house building would be provided.

Erection of Summer House for Beauty Business Use (Sui Generis) for Mrs Lopes.

This application had been deferred at the Planning Committee meeting on 30 July 2018 to allow the correct plans to be put forward in relation to parking provision and alleged encroachment on to the neighbour’s property.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Tom Donnelly, Development Management Assistant.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

Representations were made in respect of the application in accordance with the Council’s scheme of public speaking at Planning Committee meetings:

Applicant:                                Bruno Lopes (speaking on behalf of Ana Lopes)

Objectors:                                Steven Beswick & David Addison

DECISION: Members voted unanimously for approval as recommended; subject to the conditions as listed in the report.

To consider the Schedule of Planning Applications:

RESOLVED that the applications be determined as follows:

Change of use of part of the camping and caravan site to residential use for the construction of a dwelling, attached self-contained annex and attached cart-lodge, including access, to be used in association with the camping and caravan site for Brick Kiln Farm Caravan Park.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Natalie Levett, Senior Development Management Planner.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

A representation was made in respect of the application in accordance with the Council’s scheme of public speaking at Planning Committee meetings:

Ward Representative:                        Councillor Frank Sharpe (on behalf of the                                                         Parish Council)

Prior to the decision being made Councillor Sharpe asked for it to be noted that the Parish Council wanted its request reiterated that a footway be provided from the site to join up with the recently installed TROD.  Councillor Bowes pointed out that the Parish Council should apply for funding through Norfolk County Council’s Parish Partnership scheme.

DECISION: Members voted unanimously for approval as recommended; subject to the conditions as listed in the report.

Reserved Matters application for B1/B2 industrial use with ancillary office space, storage, servicing and drainage areas for phase 1 development for Eastern Attachments Ltd.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Fiona Hunter, Principal Development Management Planner.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

Representations were made in respect of the application in accordance with the Council’s scheme of public speaking at Planning Committee meetings:

Ward Representative:                         Councillor Adrian Stasiak

Objector:                                             Richard Adcock

DECISION: Members voted unanimously for approval as recommended; subject to the conditions as listed in the report.

Conversion and extension of an annex to form a separate dwelling and the erection of a garage for Mr & Mrs Croft.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Tom Donnelly, Development Management Assistant.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

Representations were made in respect of the application in accordance with the Council’s scheme of public speaking at Planning Committee meetings:

Applicant:                                            Mr Croft

Applicant’s Agent:                               Phil Hardy (Parker Planning)

DECISION: Members voted unanimously for approval as recommended; subject to the conditions as listed in the report.

Demolition of shop and flat, retention of façade and erection of 11 flats with bike and bin storage and landscaping.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Fiona Hunter, Principal Development Management Planner.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

A further representation had been received as set out in the supplementary agenda (see page 285).

No representations were made in respect of the application.

DECISION: Members voted unanimously for approval as recommended; subject to the conditions as listed in the report.

Erection of 6 no. dwellings (including two affordable dwellings) with double garages, associated parking and gardens including the creation of a new access onto The Street for Mrs Helen Palmer-Wright.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Natalie Levett, Senior Development Management Planner.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

A further objection had been received as set out in the supplementary agenda (see page 286).

Representations were made in respect of the application in accordance with the Council’s scheme of public speaking at Planning Committee meetings:

Ward Representative:                         Councillor Elizabeth Gould (in support)

Applicant’s Agent:                               Phil Hardy (Parker Planning)

Objector:                                             Mr Mark Greene (representing neighbours)

DECISION: Members voted 2 x 7 not to accept the Officer’s recommendation of refusal.

REASON(S): on the grounds that the proposal was in a sustainable location, would support local businesses and would contribute to the Council’s five year land supply.

DECISION: Members voted 8 x 1 to approve the application.

The application be approved subject to the following:

1)     delegated authority be granted to the Executive Director of Place to identify and agree appropriate conditions in consultation with the Applicant’s Agent; and

2)     a 2 year time period be applied for the commencement of development.

Construction of a detached house with attached garage, new access and associated works for Mrs Gaye Davidson.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Natalie Levett, Senior Development Management Planner.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

Representations were made in respect of the application in accordance with the Council’s scheme of public speaking at Planning Committee meetings:

Ward Representative:                         Councillor Elizabeth Gould (in support)

Applicant:                                            Mrs Gaye Davidson

Applicant’s Agent:                               Anthony Pettifer (Icon Architectural)

DECISION: Members voted 0 x 9 not to accept the Officer’s recommendation of refusal.

REASON(S): on the grounds that the proposal was in a sustainable location. Members were also supportive of the design, contrary to the Officer’s recommendation.

DECISION: Members voted 9 x 0 to approve the application.

The application be approved subject to the following:

1)     delegated authority be granted to the Executive Director of Place to identify and agree appropriate conditions in consultation with the Chairman;

2)     a 2 year time period be applied for the commencement of development;

3)     materials and design of the dwelling to be agreed in accordance with the delegated authority referred to in 1) above; and

4)     a safe and suitable access to be installed with the provision of two formal passing places, details to be agreed in accordance with the delegated authority referred to in 1) above.

Erection of one cottage style property and garage for Mr Neville Middleton.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Natalie Levett, Senior Development Management Planner.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

Representations were made in respect of the application in accordance with the Council’s scheme of public speaking at Planning Committee meetings:

Ward Representative:                         Councillor Richard Duffield (against the                                                             application)

Applicant’s Agent:                               Jerry Stone (Stone Planning)

Parish Council:                                    Mr Mayhew (objector)

DECISION: Members voted unanimously for approval as recommended subject to the conditions as listed in the report.

Erection of 4 no. dwellings for Mr R Hendry c/o Parker Planning Services.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Naomi Minto, Development Management Planner.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

A representation was made in respect of the application in accordance with the Council’s scheme of public speaking at Planning Committee meetings:

Applicant’s Agent:                               Phil Hardy (Parker Planning)

DECISION: Members voted unanimously to approve the application as recommended subject to the conditions as listed in the report.

Outline application for up to 115 dwellings and open space for Shadwell Estate Company Ltd.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Debi Sherman, Principal Development Management Planner. 

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

Representations were made in respect of the application in accordance with the Council’s scheme of public speaking at Planning Committee meetings:

Ward Representative:                         Councillor William Nunn (in support)

Ward Representative:                         Councillor Sam Chapman-Allen (against the                                         application)

Applicant’s Agent:                               Paul Sutton (Strutt & Parker)

Parish Council:                                    Martin Engwell (Vice-Chairman of                                                                     Brettenham & Kilverstone Parish Council)

Objectors:                                            Robert Bic and Kevin Beckwith

Objector:                                             Mark Nowers (RSPB)

Hugh Coggles, the Council’s Tree & Countryside Officer was also in attendance.

DECISION: Members voted 7 x 2 for refusal as recommended.

New residential dwelling for Mr & Mrs Leech.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Naomi Minto, Development Management Planner.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

Representations were made in respect of the application in accordance with the Council’s scheme of public speaking at Planning Committee meetings:

Applicant’s Agent:                               Abby Gretton (Clayland Estates)

DECISION: Members voted unanimously for approval as recommended subject to the conditions as listed in the report.

Demolition and removal of existing dwelling and replace with two, three bedroom, one and half story cottage style detached dwellings, with attached single garages and a wider vehicular access to be created, 10m north east of existing access.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Natalie Levett, Senior Development Management Planner.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

No representations were made in respect of the application.

DECISION: Members voted unanimously for approval as recommended subject to the conditions as listed in the report; and subject to an informative to ensure the design as a cottage style dwelling.

Change of use of land to camping site with shepherds huts, disabled pods, bell tents, tent pitches, internal road and parking areas, shower and toilet facilities, together with house and cart shed for the site warden, landscaping and access works for Mrs A Wilcox.

All Members had received direct correspondence in relation to this application.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Fiona Hunter, Principal Development Management Planner.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

Representations were made in respect of the application in accordance with the Council’s scheme of public speaking at Planning Committee meetings:

Ward Representative:                         Councillor Richard Duffield (against the                                                             application)

Applicant:                                            Amanda Wilcox

Applicant’s Agent:                               Scott Brown

Supporter:                                           Avril George (on behalf of the supporters group)

Objector:                                             Mark Thompson (Small Fish) (on behalf of the                                                  objectors group)

DECISION: Members voted 6 x 3 for refusal as recommended.

Erection of two dwellings and garages for Mr M Hustler.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Tom Donnelly, Development Management Assistant.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

A further representation had been received as set out in the supplementary agenda (see page 294) which included a further condition if permission was granted.

Representations were made in respect of the application in accordance with the Council’s scheme of public speaking at Planning Committee meetings:

Ward Representative:                         Councillor Robert Kybird (against the                                                                application)

Applicant’s Agent:                               Phil Hardy (Parker Planning)

DECISION: Members voted unanimously for approval as recommended subject to the conditions as listed in the report; and the additional condition as requested by the Council’s Environmental Health Team, as set out in the supplementary agenda on page 294.

Proposed residential development for Mr David Yaxley.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Debi Sherman, Principal Development Management Planner.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

A further objection had been received as set out in the supplementary agenda (page 295).

No representations were made in respect of the application.

DECISION: Members voted unanimously for approval as recommended subject to the conditions as listed in the report.

Amendments to 3PL/2007/1425/F – Minor changes to proposed manager’s house from Mundford Poultry Ltd.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Tom Donnelly Development Management Assistant.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

Representations were made in respect of the application in accordance with the Council’s scheme of public speaking at Planning Committee meetings:

Applicant’s Agent:                               David Barker (Evolution Town Planning)

DECISION: Members voted unanimously for approval as recommended subject to the conditions as listed in the report.

Proposed residential development of two houses on land adjacent Damson Cottage for Mr & Mrs Smith.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Tom Donnelly, Development Management Assistant.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

A representation was made in respect of the application in accordance with the Council’s scheme of public speaking at Planning Committee meetings:

Applicant:                                            Geraldine Smith

DECISION: Members voted unanimously for approval as recommended subject to the conditions as listed in the report.

Erection of four self-build, low impact, energy efficient dwellings and associated works for Mr P Stockdale.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Natalie Levett, Senior Development Management Planner.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

A representation was made in respect of the application in accordance with the Council’s scheme of public speaking at Planning Committee meetings:

Applicant:                                            Mr P Stockdale

DECISION: Members voted unanimously for approval as recommended subject to:

1)     a S106 agreement requiring the four dwellings to comply with the definition of self-build and custom house building; and

2)     the conditions as listed in the report.

Improvements and upgrade to existing access, demolition of existing outbuildings and erection of one new self-build dwelling and garage for Mr & Mrs Dunning.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Tom Donnelly, Development Management Assistant.

Members had received direct correspondence in relation to this application.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

A further representation had been received as set out in the supplementary agenda (see page 296) which included a further condition if permission was granted.

A letter had been received from the Ward Representative, Councillor William Smith who was against the application, and was read aloud.

Representations were made in respect of the application in accordance with the Council’s scheme of public speaking at Planning Committee meetings:

Applicant:                                            Paul Dunning

Applicant’s Agent:                               Martin Howe (Peter Codling Architects)

Parish Council:                                    David Howie (Chairman of Rocklands Parish                                                    Council - objector)

Objector:                                             Richard Golke (Chairman of the Neighbourhood                                               Plan Committee)

Objector:                                             Nicolas Parravani

DECISION: Members voted 6 x 2 for approval as recommended subject to:

1)     delegated authority being granted to the Executive Director of Place to address any contaminated land issues once the buildings had been demolished; and

2)     the conditions as listed in the report.

Demolition of existing agricultural buildings and erection of a 2 bed dwelling and cart shed including associated external works for Mr Norton Upstone.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Tom Donnelly, Development Management Assistant.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

A further representation had been received as set out in the supplementary agenda (see page 302) which included an additional condition if the application was approved.

A representation was made in respect of the application in accordance with the Council’s scheme of public speaking at Planning Committee meetings:

Supporter:                                           Nicola Southgate

DECISION: Members voted unanimously for approval as recommended subject to the conditions as listed in the report including the additional condition as listed in the supplementary agenda.

Five detached dwellings with gardens and garages and off-site footpath for Mr Graham Tweed.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Natalie Levett, Senior Development Management Planner.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

Further representations had been received as set out in the supplementary agenda (see pages 303 to 305) which included an amended condition and two additional conditions.

A representation was made in respect of the application in accordance with the Council’s scheme of public speaking at Planning Committee meetings:

Applicant’s Agent:                               Mark Thompson (Small Fish)

DECISION: Members voted unanimously for approval as recommended; subject to:

1)     the conditions as listed in the report;

2)     a minor alteration to the reason for Condition 8; and

3)    the additional conditions as listed in the supplementary agenda (see pages 304 and 305).

Outline application for up to seven dwellings and provision of footpath (amended description and site area) for Clayland Estates Ltd.

Councillor Bowes declared an interest in this application due to her being friends with the landowner and would abstain from voting on the matter. 

Consideration was given to the report presented by Debi Sherman, Principal Development Management Planner.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

Further representations had been received as set out in the supplementary agenda (see pages 306 and 307).

Representations were made in respect of the application in accordance with the Council’s scheme of public speaking at Planning Committee meetings:

Ward Representative:                         Councillor Lynda Turner (against the                                                     application)

Applicant:                                            Mrs Tilley

Applicant’s Agent:                               Abby Gretton (Clayland Estates Ltd)

Objectors:                                            Mr & Mrs Shrimpton & Mr Neil Robinson

DECISION: Members voted 6 x 1 for approval as recommended, including the footpath as recommended, plus one abstention; subject to:

1)     the conditions as listed in the report; and

2)     an additional  condition to deal with any necessary fencing adjacent to the footpath.

Councillor Bowes abstained from voting on this application.

Erection of six dwellings for Mr Tim Walker, Clayland Estates.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Debi Sherman, Principal Development Management Planner.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

A representation was made in respect of the application in accordance with the Council’s scheme of public speaking at Planning Committee meetings:

Applicant’s Agent:                               Tim Walker (Clayland Estates)

DECISION: Members voted unanimously for approval as recommended subject to:

1)     the conditions as listed in the report;

2)     the removal of condition 15 (duplication of condition 14); and

3)     additional wording being added to the end of condition 14 to read: “in accordance with approved details”.

Variation of condition 2 & 14 on pp 3PL/2017/0949/F – Alteration to location of mezzanine level from Unit C to Unit D, amalgamation of Units E & F to form one unit, reduction in floor area of Unit F, reduction on cycle parking from 96 uncovered to 70 covered spaces, alterations to fenestration, roofs and elevations associated with changes to Unit F, amalgamation of Units E and F.  Changes to fenestration of Garden Centre of Unit A. Changes to cladding and finishes.  Removal of landscaping to rear of Unit A and alteration of landscaping to accommodate totem sign.  Lighting information associated with development.  Proposed substation and switch room (amended description 28.08.18) for Stapleford BRP Ltd.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Debi Sherman, Principal Development Management Planner.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

A further representation had been received as set out in the supplementary agenda (see page 308) which included additional conditions if permission was granted.

A representation was made in respect of the application in accordance with the Council’s scheme of public speaking at Planning Committee meetings:

Applicant’s Agent:                               Evolution Town Planning Ltd

DECISION: Members voted unanimously for approval as recommended subject to the conditions as listed in the report and the additional conditions as listed in the supplementary agenda.

Proposed new residential dwelling for Mrs Jackie Taylor.

Consideration was given to the report presented by Tom Donnelly, Development Management Assistant.

Members considered the matter and fully explored the details of the application in light of prevailing policies and guidance.

A further representation had been received as set out in the supplementary agenda (see page 310).

An email from the Ward Representative, Councillor Pablo Dimoglou in support of the application, was read aloud.

No representations were made in respect of the application. 

DECISION: Members voted unanimously for approval as recommended subject to the conditions as listed in the report.

Report of the Executive Director of Place.

Members are requested to raise any questions at least two working days before the meeting to allow information to be provided to the Committee.

Noted.

For information.

Noted.