Development Control Minutes

MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE DEVELOPMENT CONTROL COMMITTEE HELD AT COUNTY HALL, NEWPORT, ISLE OF WIGHT ON TUESDAY, 18 MARCH 2003 COMMENCING AT 5.00 PM

Mrs M J Miller (Chairman), Mr B E Abraham, Mrs T M Butchers (deputising for Mr J F Howe), Mr C B W Chapman, Mr A C Coburn, Mr J H Fleming, Mr E Fox, Mrs M A Jarman, Mr D J Knowles, Mr C H Lillywhite, Mr V J Morey, Mr K Pearson (deputising for Mr D G Williams), Mr I R Stephens (deputising for Mr D T Yates), Mr A A Taylor

Mrs M J Miller declared a personal interest in Minute 118 (a) - Red Funnel Services, Trinity Road, East Cowes (as a Parish Councillor) - and remained present.

Mr V J Morey declared a personal interest in Minute 118 (d) 11 - Land abutting Sylvan Drive and Kitbridge Road, Mountbatten Drive, Newport - and remained present.

Mrs Stewart-Cummings of St Andrews, Hamborough Road, Ventor asked a question in relation to the Rex Cinema site, Ventnor (PQ 4/03)

A copy of the question and reply given is contained in the Public Question Register.

The Chairman agreed to an item of urgent business as a decision was required before the next meeting.

The Committee was advised that there was already an extant permission for the provision of lifeguard facilities at Sandown beach, but as a condition of the European Blue Flag Award they were asking for a temporary structure for the 2003 summer season.

THAT permission for a temporary structure for a lifeguard facility at Sandown beach be given and to be removed by 30 September 2003.

(a) To Consider any Items Deferred From the Last Meeting of the Committee and the Site Inspection Meeting

TCP/09338/W - Construction of passenger car ramp Red Funnel Services, Trinity Road, East Cowes, Isle of Wight

Members were reminded that the application had been considered at the Development Control Committee meeting held on 25 February 2003. At that meeting it was decided to defer the item to allow further opportunity for submission of Highway Engineer’s comments.

The applicant had been in detailed discussions with the Highways Section of the Authority and sought to ensure that the opportunity was taken to improve both transport interchange facilities, instigate appropriate traffic management measures at times of loading and unloading and sought to minimise potential conflict between all highway users, particularly at peak times of activity. The Committee believed that a condition should be added to limit the timing of piling.

The Committee was reminded that the first of two Development Control Workshops had been held at Northwood House on 21 January 2003. The event had been attended by 16 members and 8 officers. Members discussed the principal outcomes of the seminar and a timetable for their implementation.

(ii) THAT the proposed implementation timetable as outlined in the report, be approved.

Consideration was given to items 1 - 17 of the report of the Strategic Director of Corporate and Environment Services.

The reasons for the resolutions made in accordance with Officer recommendation are given in the Planning report. Where resolutions are made contrary to Officer recommendation the reasons for doing so are contained in the minutes.

A schedule of additional representations received after the printing of the report was submitted at the beginning of the meeting and were drawn to the attention of Members when considering the application. A note is made to this effect in the minutes.

Application:	TCP/13319/R
Details:	Holliers Farm, Branstone, Sandown, Isle of Wight, PO36 0LT. Demolition of buildings; conversion of buildings and construction of new buildings to form a "Victorian Theme Park", including a museum, shop, tearooms, toilets, exhibition and display areas and associated facilities; formation of vehicular access and parking.
Public Participants:	None.
Additional Representations:	Highway Officer recommended refusal. Comments from the Council’s Ecology Officer. Comments from the Island Tourist Industry Association. Comments from the applicants agent. Letter from the applicants solicitor. Letter from the Development Control Manager to applicants solicitor.
Comment:	None.
Decision:	Deferred for a site inspection by the Development Control Committee.
Conditions	As per report (Item 6).

Application:	TCP/07005/B
Details:	Former 'Tackle Box' site, Granville Road, Totland Bay, Isle of Wight, PO39 0AX. Erection of 2/3 storey building to form block of 3 flats and 3 maisonettes; vehicular access and parking area, (revised plans), (readvertised application).
Public Participants:	None.
Additional Representations:	None.
Comments:	None.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in the Part II Register.
Conditions	As per report (Item 10).

Application:	TCP/09781/D
Details:	Land adjacent 13, Alverstone Road, East Cowes, Isle of Wight. Detached chalet bungalow and garage; vehicular access .
Public Participants:	None.
Additional Representations:	East Cowes Town Council had no objection.
Comments:	None.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in the Part II Register.
Conditions	As per report (Item 12).

Application:	TCP/15030/F
Details:	Rivendell, Alverstone Road, Queen Bower, Sandown, Isle Of Wight, PO36 0NZ. Retention of brick built open sided amenity area and storage shed.
Public Participants:	None.
Additional Representations:	None.
Comments:	None.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in the Part II Register.
Conditions	As per report (Item 14).

Application:	TCP/24942/B
Details:	53 Staplers Road, Newport, Isle Of Wight, PO30 2DE. Retention of section of fencing between 53 and 55 which is forward of the dwelling.
Public Participants:	None.
Additional Representations:	None.
Comments:	None.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in the Part II Register.
Conditions	As per report (Item 15).

Application:	TCP/01523/M
Details:	Shepards Wharf and 38, Medina Road, Cowes, Isle of Wight. Outline for residential development with additional leisure and retail uses at ground floor, day sailing centre and marina, (revised scheme), (readvertised application).
Public Participants:	Mr C Corcoran (Objector) Mr T Rowe (Objector) Mr Harley (Objector) Mr S McIntosh (Applicant)
Additional Representations:	Comments from the applicant re Transport Infrastructure payment. Letter from a resident of Baring Road, Cowes. A further letter from an original objector.
Comments:	The Committee believed the application should be deferred for a further presentation following a presentation of Project Cowes to Full Council.
Decision:	Deferred until the Development Control Committee to be held on 8 April 2003.
Conditions:	As per report (Item 1).

Application:	TCP/11050/E
Details:	Yvery and Villa Rosa, The Grove, Cowes, Isle of Wight. Demolition of Yvery and Villa Rosa; Construction of 2/3/4 storey development of 4 flats and 9 maisonettes (revised scheme).
Public Participants:	Mr W Sanderson (Cowes Town Council) Mr N Geddes (Agent)
Additional Representations:	Letter from a resident of Castle Road, Cowes. Highways Engineer recommends additional conditions.
Comments:	None.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in the Part II Register. (Covering letter re ground stability).
Conditions:	Additional conditions as follows : 9. Prior to the commencement of the approved works a condition survey of The Grove shall be undertaken and submitted to the Local Planning Authority. Any remedial works required to restore the road to its original condition shall be identified prior to the occupation of any of the dwellings hereby approved and shall thereafter be carried out at the developer’s expense prior to such occupation. Reason: To ensure maintenance of adequate access to the site in accordance with Policy TR7 (Highways Considerations for New Development) of the Isle of Wight Unitary Development Plan. 10. The development hereby approved shall not be brought into use until provision has been made within the site for the secure (and covered) parking of a minimum of 13 bicycles. Such provision shall be made in the form of ‘Sheffield’ hoops, unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority and shall be retained thereafter. Reason: To ensure adequate provision for the parking of bicycles, in accordance with Policy TR6 (Cycling and Walking) of the Isle of Wight Unitary Development Plan. 11. Before the development hereby permitted is commenced, details of the structural design of all retaining walls shall be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority. The retaining walls shall thereafter be constructed in accordance with the agreed details, unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Reason: To ensure as far as possible that the site can be developed and used safely in accordance with Policy G7 (Development of Unstable Land) of the Isle of Wight Unitary Development Plan. As per report (Item 2).

Application:	TCP/12010/P
Details:	Adgestone Vineyard, Upper Road, Adgestone, Sandown, Isle Of Wight, PO36 0ES. Formation of car park (re-advertised application - corrected parish).
Public Participants:	Mrs G Stockman (Applicant)
Additional Representations:	Letter from local resident.
Comments:	Decision contrary to officer recommendation.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in the Part II Register.
Conditions:	(Item 3).

Application:	TCP/12010/R
Details:	Adgestone Vineyard, Upper Road, Adgestone, Sandown, Isle Of Wight, PO36 0ES. Variation of condition no. 4 on appeal decision relating to TCP/12010/N to increase seating numbers from 18 to 36 (re-advertised application - corrected parish).
Public Participants:	Mrs G Stockman (Applicant)
Additional Representations:	Letter from local resident.
Comments:	Decision contrary to officer recommendation.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in the Part II Register.
Conditions:	(Item 4).

Application:	TCP/12010/S
Details:	Adgestone Vineyard, Upper Road, Adgestone, Sandown, Isle Of Wight, PO36 0ES. Retention of animal shelters; proposed tractor/implement shed and storage shed (re-advertised application - corrected parish).
Public Participants:	None.
Additional Representations:	Letter from local resident.
Comments:	None.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in the Part II Register.
Conditions	As per report (Item 5).

Application:	TCPL/21224/B
Details:	Three Crowns, 45 High Street, Cowes, Isle Of Wight, PO31 7RR. Demolition of building; erection of 4 storey building to provide licensed premises on ground floor with 3 flats over, forming manager's/staff accommodation.
Public Participants:	Ms H Dickson (Objector). Mr G Moy (Agent).
Additional Representations:	Highway Engineer recommends conditions if approved. Environment Agency confirmed a satisfactory Flood Risk Assessment had been submitted and withdrew their earlier objection. English Heritage - Inspector of Historic Building considered there was sufficient of the building remaining to justify Listed Building and objected to the redevelopment proposed. Environmental Health Officer recommended conditions if approved. Island Watch strongly object.
Comments:	Deletion of reasons 3 and 4 following receipt of consultee responses.
Decision:	Refusal of planning permission, for the reasons set out in the Part II Register.
Reasons:	Reasons 3 and 4 to be deleted. As per report (Item 7).

Application:	LBC/21224/C
Details:	Three Crowns, 45 High Street, Cowes, Isle Of Wight, PO31 7RR. LBC for demolition of building; erection of 4 storey building to provide licensed premises on ground floor with 3 flats over, forming manager's/staff accommodation.
Public Participants:	Ms H Dickson (Objector). Mr G Moy (Agent).
Additional Representations:	Highway Engineer recommends conditions if approved. Environment Agency confirmed a satisfactory Flood Risk Assessment had been submitted. English Heritage - Inspector of Historic Building considered there was sufficient of the building remaining to justify Listed Building and objected to the demolition of remainder. Island Watch strongly object.
Comments:	None.
Decision:	Refusal of planning permission, for the reasons set out in the Part II Register.
Reasons:	As per report (Item 8).

Application:	(Mrs T M Butchers declared that she had attended a meeting with the residents of Port La Salle). TCP/23182/G
Details:	Land adjacent The Vineyard, Port La Salle, Bouldnor, Yarmouth, Isle of Wight. Block of 8 maisonettes, 5 bungalows; alterations to meeting room/visitor accommodation; access road and parking areas (revised scheme).
Public Participants:	Mr I Trainor (Supporter).
Additional Representations:	Applicants agent had submitted three further letters. Comments from Port La Salle Management Ltd.
Comments:	None.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in the Part II Register.
Conditions	As per report (Item 9).

Application:	TCP/07029/J
Details:	Land abutting Sylvan Drive and Kitbridge Road, Mountbatten Drive, Newport, Isle of Wight. Retrospective application for amendment to TCP/07029F for revised siting of 2 semi-detached houses, (plots 170 & 171).
Public Participants:	Mr C Dunn (Objector).
Additional Representations:	Three letters from residents of Westmill Road, Newport.
Comments:	None.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in the Part II Register.
Conditions	The Committee did not accept the windows in the south elevation of plot 171. Amended drawings required showing high level windows only fitted with obscure glazing. Condition to be added requiring the installation of those windows prior occupation. No other openings on the southern elevation. As per report (Item 11).

Application:	TCP/10058/C
Details:	30 Westfield Park, Ryde, Isle Of Wight, PO33 3AB. Amendment to approved scheme (TCP/10058/B) revised roof detail.
Public Participants:	Mr B Drew (Objector).
Additional Representations:	Letter from neighbour.
Comments:	None.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in the Part II Register.
Conditions	As per report (Item 13).

Application:	TCP/24992/A
Details:	The Thicket, Linstone Drive, Norton, Yarmouth, Isle of Wight, PO41 0RL. Demolition of bungalow; outline for 3 bungalows with access off Linstone Drive, (revised scheme).
Public Participants:	Mr T Way (Objector) Mr R Prax (Objector)
Additional Representations:	None.
Comments:	Members wanted to be satisfied regarding surface water disposal and particularly whether the highways drain was to be used or water was to be piped to the steam.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in the Part II Register.
Conditions	Condition 10 to be amended. As per report (Item 16).

Application:	TCP/25316
Details:	Glen Thorne, Victoria Road, Yarmouth, Isle Of Wight, PO41 0QW. Alterations and single storey extension to provide additional living accommodation.
Public Participants:	Mrs B Barton (Objector).
Additional Representations:	None.
Comments:	None.
Decision:	Deferred for negotiations regarding the size of the extension.
Conditions	As per report (Item 17).

a) TCP/13615F - Demolition of former cinema, 4/6 storey block of eighteen flats with car parking at garden level, one retail unit and bar/restaurant at ground floor level, use of former public garden as private amenity area, car park access off Hamborough Road (revised description/additional information) (revised application), former Rex Cinema, Church Street, Ventnor, Isle of Wight

Members were advised that since the report had been written the outstanding information had been submitted and the Local Planning Authority was now in a position to undertake a limited consultation exercise and determine whether any changes to the approved scheme had taken place and if so how they should be dealt with.

Given the change in circumstances it was believed to be appropriate for the report to be withdrawn.

b) E/19669/A Unauthorised erection of fences at Green Close Farm and Crouchers Farm House, Lower Road, Adgestone

Consideration was given as to whether a breach of planning control had occurred and if the circumstances justified the service of an Enforcement Notice requiring the reductions to no more than one metre in height of the first two metres of the boundary fences where they adjoin Lower Road, Adgestone.

THAT separate Enforcement Notices be served on both parties requiring the unauthorised fences where they exceed one metre in height abutting the highway to be reduced to one metre. Time period for compliance one month.

c) Unauthorised animal shelter, on land adjacent Myrtle Cottage, Marks Corner, Newport

Consideration was given as to the course of action to adopt in respect of an unauthorised animal shelter which had been constructed on land forward of Myrtle Cottage, Marks Corner, Newport.

THAT it be accepted that the pond and two of the shelters had been there for more than 4 years and were immune form further action by the Local Planning Authority.

To accept that the erection of the small replacement shed is development requiring the formal consent of the Local Planning Authority but that in view of the planning history, that no further action should be taken, provided that the dilapidated shed is removed within 28 days.