MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMITTEE HELD AT COUNTY HALL, NEWPORT, ISLE OF WIGHT ON TUESDAY, 29 JANUARY 2002 COMMENCING AT 6.00 PM

Present :

Mrs M J Miller (Chairman), Mr B E Abraham, Mr J H Fleming, Mr E Fox, Mr J F Howe, Mr D J Knowles, Mr C H Lillywhite, Mr A J Mellor, Mr V J Morey, Mr K Pearson (deputising for Mr A C Coburn), Mr H Rees (deputising for Mr C B W Chapman) Mr A A Taylor, Mr D T Yates

Apologies :

Mr C B W Chapman, Mr A C Coburn

Also Present (non voting) :

Mr J Effemey, Mrs B E Foster, Mr I R Stephens, Mr D G Williams

RESOLVED :

THAT the Minutes of the meeting held on 18 January 2002 be confirmed.

77. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

Interests were declared in the following matters :

Mr A A Taylor declared an interest in Minute 79 (d)(I) 7 - Bowcombe House, Bowcombe Road, Newport.

Mr C Boulter, West Team Leader declared a non pecuniary interest in Minute 79 (d)(I) 10 and 20 - Tapnell Farm, Newport Road, Yarmouth.

78. URGENT BUSINESS - TCP/2170X SPEEDWAY, SMALLBROOK STADIUM, ASHEY ROAD, RYDE

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

Members were advised that Isle of Wight Speedway had asked for permission to hold a press and practice day at Smallbrook Stadium on 23 March 2002.

RESOLVED :

THAT the press and practice day to be held on 23 March 2002 be approved and the owners be invited to make an application for planning permission for subsequent years.

79. REPORT OF THE STRATEGIC DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE AND ENVIRONMENT SERVICES

(a) Further Training for Members of the Development Control Committee

Members were advised of the need for ongoing training for the Development Control Committee. It was anticipated that a Development Day with an outside facilitator would be arranged.

RESOLVED :

(i) THAT the need for further training for Members of the Development Control Committee be agreed with the next session focussing on matters of propriety using an outside facilitator.

(ii) THAT an outside facilitator be used to attend a meeting, interview Members/officers and facilitate a development day be agreed.

(b) To Consider any Items Deferred from the Last Meeting of the Committee and the Site Inspection Meeting

Members were advised that as the Committee was not quorate for the site visit part of the meeting held on 18 January 2002, no decisions could be made on the two sites that were involved. Clarification had been sought on the procedures that should be adopted in such circumstances the Committee were advised of what action was open to them.

One or both applications could be considered afresh and the previous decision for a site visit be rescinded, or one or both sites be included as part of the site inspections due to take place on 8 February 2002.

RESOLVED :

THAT both applications be considered afresh and the previous decision for a site visit be rescinded.

(c) Schedule of Appeals

The Schedule of Appeals that had been lodged and decisions made was received.

RESOLVED :

THAT the report be noted.

(d) Planning Applications and Related Matters

(i) Part II and Part III

Consideration was given to items 1 - 21 of the report of the Strategic Director of Corporate and Environment Services.

RESOLVED :

THAT the applications be determined as detailed below :

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.

PART II

Application:	TCP/04482/M
Details:	Land rear of 184, Carisbrooke Road, Newport, Isle of Wight. 2 detached dwellings with garages, (revised plans), (readvertised application) (LP Ref: 64953)
Additional Representations:	Comments from applicant's agent.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in Part II Register.
Conditions	As per report (Item 1)

Application:	TCP/06661/G
Details:	The Shipyard, Ashlake Copse Road, Ryde, Isle Of Wight, PO33 4EY. Outline for extension to workshop; formation of slipway and jetty; 2 industrial units and a pair of semi-detached dwellings with access served off Ranalagh Drive (revised scheme) (readvertised application)
Additional Representations:	Letters/comments received from : Highway Engineer Queen's Harbourmaster The applicant's The Contaminated Land Officer The County Archaeologist Three letters of objection and one letter of support were also received.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in Part II Register. (revised plans) (subject to no further comments being received by 1 February 2002 which would warrant reconsideration of proposal).
Conditions	As per report (Item 2). With additional condition : No development shall take place until the applicant has secured the implementation of a programme of archaeological work in accordance with a written scheme of investigation which has been submitted by the applicant and approved by the Planning Authority.

Application:	TCP/11867/V
Details:	Land north west of Broadlands House and Orchard Mews, fronting, Victoria Road, Newport, Isle of Wight. 4/5 storey block of 22 flats with associated parking, vehicular access, landscaping and 1.8m high boundary fence.
Additional Representations:	Views of the Local Member. The Environment Agency had no objection.
Decision:	Deferred for a site inspection by the Development Control Committee.
Conditions	As per report (Item 3)

PART III

Application:	TCP/01036/G
Details:	Silver Beach Cafe, Bembridge Point, Embankment Road, Bembridge, Isle of Wight. Renewal: Restaurant/cafe (aorm)
Additional Representations:	None.
Decision:	Refusal of planning permission, for the reasons set out in Part II Register.
Reasons :	As per report (Item 4)
Application:	TCP/02987/A
Details:	13 Pierrellen Gardens, Shanklin, Isle Of Wight, PO37 7JG. Single storey extension to form double garage and leisure room (revised plans).
Additional Representations:	Amended plans received showing a reduced floor area and principal front elevation set back.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in Part II Register.
Conditions	As per report (Item 5). With additional condition limiting use to ancillary residential use.
Application:	TCP/03147/B
Details:	Land between Corries Cabin, 17 Shooters Hill and The Painters Arms, Cross Street, Cowes, Isle of Wight. 2.1m high railings with pedestrian entrance archway, resurfacing for both pedestrian and controlled service vehicular use, provision of vehicular exit barrier to St Mary's Car Park, controlled barrier to junction St Mary's Road/Cross Street, seating areas, associated lighting, and landscaping to form a Town Square (readvertised application - revised scheme).
Additional Representations:	Further highways issues raised.
Decision:	Deferred at officer's request.
Conditions	As per report (Item 6)
Application:	Mr A A Taylor declared a pecuniary interest in this item and left the room. TCP/07102/U
Details:	Bowcombe House, Bowcombe Road, Newport, Isle Of Wight, PO30 3HZ Removal of condition no.2 on TCP/7102D which restricts the occupancy of the dwelling to the plant hire depot.
Additional Representations:	Comments received from : AONB Officer Principal Environmental Health Officer The Council's Solicitor.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in Part II Register. That a letter is sent to the applicant/agent drawing attention to the comments of the Environment Agency.
Conditions	As per report (Item 7)
Application:	TCP/07219/U
Details:	Plot 8, St Mary's Court, Brighstone, Isle of Wight. Detached house and garage (Revised Design).
Additional Representations:	None.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in Part II Register.
Conditions	As per report (Item 8)
Application:	TCP/13147/K
Details:	Broadlands Garage Ltd, Fairlee Road, Newport, Isle Of Wight, PO30 2EA Outline for 9 houses, pedestrian access only off Fairlee Road; new service layby off Fairlee Link linked to the new pedestrian access (readvertised application - revised plans, new pedestrian and vehicular arrangements, increased density).
Additional Representations:	Views of the Local Member. Comments from the Fire Safety Officer, Contaminated Land Officer and Rights of Way Officer.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in Part II Register. Members decided that the demountable bollards preventing vehicular access to the site from Fairlee Road should be located on the back of pavement line, as suggested by the Highway Engineer, rather than 8.4 metres into the site as suggested by the Fire Safety Officer. (revised plans).
Conditions	As per report (Item 9). With additional conditions.
Application:	Mr C Boulter, West Team Leader declared a non pecuniary interest in this item. TCPL/14160/Z
Details:	Tapnell Farm, Newport Road, Yarmouth, Isle of Wight. Alterations and conversion of barn to form a dwelling.
Additional Representations:	None.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in Part II Register.
Conditions	As per report (Item 10)
Application:	TCP/14672/E
Details:	24 Bank Gardens, Ryde, Isle Of Wight, PO33 2SY. Outline for pair of semi-detached houses, (revised scheme).
Additional Representations:	Highways suggest additional condition.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in Part II Register. (Revised Plans). (Subject to no adverse comment being received by 31 January 2002 that would warrant reconsideration of the proposal).
Conditions	As per report (Item 11). With additional condition.
Application:	TCP/17806/G
Details:	Site of 4-6, York Avenue, East Cowes, Isle of Wight. 2 storey building to provide shop and part living accommodation on ground floor, 2 flats on ground and 1st floor and 1 flat on 1st floor and within roof space, (revised scheme), (readvertised application).
Additional Representations:	Comments from East Cowes Town Council. Environment Agency have no objection.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in Part II Register. (revised plans). (subject to no adverse comments being received by 1 February 2002 which would warrant reconsideration of the proposal).
Conditions	As per report (Item 12)
Application:	TCP/17826/F
Details:	The Old Post Office 73, High Street, Cowes, Isle of Wight, PO31 7AJ. Conservatory at 1st floor level on rear elevation.
Additional Representations:	None.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in Part II Register.
Conditions	As per report (Item 13)
Application:	TCP/21926/A
Details:	Links Cottage, 56 Baring Road, Cowes, Isle Of Wight, PO31 8DJ. Detached house with integral garage.
Additional Representations:	None.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in Part II Register. (revised plans).
Conditions	As per report (Item 14)
Application:	TCP/23479/B
Details:	Land adjacent 4, Cedar Hill, Newport, Isle of Wight. Detached house and car port; vehicular access.
Additional Representations:	Applicant's architect confirms method of construction.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in Part II Register. (Revised Plans).
Conditions	As per report (Item 15). With additional condition : The car port forming part of this approval shall be constructed in accordance with the details set out in the agents letter dated 11 January 2002 and any construction works in connection with the approved car port shall not commence until the completion of construction of the dwelling hereby approved. Reason : To safeguard as far as possible the future health and retention of the existing sycamore tree. Condition 2 : Insert the words 'with the exception of the construction of the car port hereby approved' between the words 'site' and 'during'.
Application:	TCP/23951/A
Details:	Sunnyside, Steyne Road, Seaview, Isle Of Wight, PO34 5EW Retention of dormer window.
Additional Representations:	Two letters of support were received. Concern was expressed by the Local Member.
Decision:	Deferred for further negotiations.
Conditions	As per report (Item 16)
Application:	TCP/24112/A
Details:	Land on corner of Alexandra Road and, Palmerston Road, Shanklin, Isle of Wight. Terrace of 2 houses and 2 maisonettes; formation of vehicular access onto Palmerston Road (corrected description) (readvertised application).
Additional Representations:	None.
Decision:	Refused contrary to officer recommendation as members felt The proposal sought to use land within the designated hotel area for purposes not associated with holiday use and accordingly is likely to have a detrimental effect on the overall character of the area and health of the tourist industry and is contrary to Policy T4 (Designation of Hotel Areas) of the Isle of Wight Unitary Development Plan.
Reasons:	As above (Item 17)
Application:	TCP/24413
Details:	Land adjacent Little Beck, Yarbridge, Brading, Sandown, Isle of Wight. Outline for bungalow; alterations to vehicular access.
Additional Representations:	None.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in Part II Register.
Conditions	As per report (Item 18)
Application:	TCP/24440
Details:	Land adjacent 35, Daish Way, Newport, Isle of Wight Outline for commercial development comprising 3 no B8 units with ancillary trade counters, 3 no B2/B8 units and 6 no B1 'start-up' units.
Additional Representations:	Highways Engineer recommends additional conditions.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in Part II Register.
Conditions	As per report (Item 19). With additional conditions : J38 (Set Back of Gates - 10 metres) K40 (Turning Area) Condition 7 be replaced by J33 (Access).
Application:	Mr C Boulter, West Team Leader declared a non pecuniary interest in this item. LBC/24471
Details:	Tapnell Farm, Newport Road, Yarmouth, Isle of Wight. LBC for demolition of existing wall; alterations and conversion of barn to form a dwelling.
Additional Representations:	None.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in Part II Register.
Conditions	As per report (Item 20)
Application:	TCP/15763/K
Details:	Land at, Josephs Way, Shanklin, Isle of Wight. Terrace of 6 houses.
Additional Representations:	Revised details received showing details of water retention for proposed and existing units.
Decision:	Conditional planning permission, subject to the conditions set out in Part II Register.
Conditions	As per report (Item 21). With additional condition : Tie water attenuation of existing units.

(ii) Part IV - Items Other Than Current Issues

(a) TCP/6387M - Outline for nineteen dwellings, land off Windsor Drive, Shanklin

Members considered a further suggested variation in the requirements of the Section 106 agreement.

RESOLVED :

THAT permission be issued requiring for 4 units to be provided on site.

(b) TCP/6434F - Security Shutter, Youngmans Jewellers, Avenue Road, Freshwater

Consideration was given as to whether the measures undertaken to illuminate the shop area behind a security shutter were satisfactory to comply with a planning condition imposed when the security shutter was originally approved.

RESOLVED :

THAT the lighting scheme as presently installed be accepted as compliant with Condition 4 of TCP/6434F.

(c) TCP/22187A - Unauthorised relocation of polytunnels and erection of three polytunnels, Busy Bee Garden Centre, Brading Road, Ryde

Consideration was given to a response from the applicant's agent about enquiries made in respect of his client's failure to pay the appropriate fee in respect of the above mentioned unauthorised development as instructed by the Development Control Committee.

RESOLVED :

THAT a letter be sent to the applicant drawing his attention to the points raised by the Committee.

(d) Report on Approach to Flyposting Across the Island

Members were given an update on the response to matters of illegal Flyposting following the strategy adopted at the 14 August 2001 Development Control Committee meeting and considered whether any further changes to the current policy were required.

RESOLVED :

THAT Legal Services check if a By-Law could be introduced and a report be brought back to the Development Control Committee as soon as possible.

CHAIRMAN