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57.

Minutes pdf icon PDF 158 KB

To approve the minutes of the meeting of the Committee held on 16 November 2021, as a correct record.

 

Minutes:

Resolved: That the Minutes of the Development Control Committee held on 16 December 2021, be approved and signed by the Chairman as a correct application.

58.

Declarations of Interest or Predetermination

Including any interests not already registered

Minutes:

Cllr Layland declared for Minute 61- 21/03403/HOUSE - Edenwood, Swan Lane, Edenbridge KENT TN8 6AT, that he was the local ward Member but remained open minded.

 

Cllr Williamson declared for Minute 62 -  21/02355/FUL - Blueberry Farm, Blueberry Lane, Knockholt KENT TN14 7NHthat he had had talks with the applicant but remained open minded.

 

Cllr McGarvey declared for Minute 64 21/02577/FUL - The Lock Up Garages, Lombard Street, Horton Kirby KENT DA4 9DF, that he had heard the Parish Council’s view, had not prejudged the application and would speak in the debate.

 

59.

Declarations of Lobbying

Minutes:

Councillors, Hunter, Layland and Williamson declared they had been lobbied in respect of Minute Minute 61- 21/03403/HOUSE - Edenwood, Swan Lane, Edenbridge KENT TN8 6AT

 

Councillor Layland declared he had been lobbied in respect of Minute 62 -  21/02355/FUL - Blueberry Farm, Blueberry Lane, Knockholt KENT TN14 7NH

 

Councillor Williamson declared he had been lobbied in respect of Minute 63 - 21/03346/LDCPR - Aberdeen House, Main Road, Knockholt KENT TN14 7JD

 

Councillor McGarvey declared he had been lobbied in respect of Minute 64 21/02577/FUL - The Lock Up Garages, Lombard Street, Horton Kirby KENT DA4 9DF

 

UNRESERVED PLANNING APPLICATIONS

There were no public speakers against the following item and no Member reserved the item for debate, therefore, in accordance with Part 7.3(e) of the constitution the following matter was considered without debate:

60.

21/01388/FUL - Land South Of 1 Singles Cross Cottages, Blueberry Lane, Knockholt KENT TN14 7NH pdf icon PDF 582 KB

Building operations relating to Lawful Development Certificate 20/02590/LDCPR, erection of fencing and entrance gates.

Minutes:

The proposal sought planning permission for the building operations relating to Lawful Development Certificate 20/02590/LDCPR, erection of fencing and entrance gates. The application had been originally referred to the Committee by Councillor Williamson so the implications on the openness of the Green Belt, impact on public right of way, highway conditions and viability could be discussed.

This item was originally presented to Committee on 9 September 2021. The Committee resolved to defer the item to allow the applicant to provide clarity on the details of the gates, the fences and the location of the hedging across the site.

Further details had been submitted by the applicant in this regard in the form of a Site Landscaping Plan, Site Access Plan and Field Access Plan. In summary, these plans indicated the planting of a new indigenous species hedgerow within the boundary of the site. To the outside of the hedge, separating the site from the field beyond, it was proposed to erect 1.5m high post and rail fencing with stock proof fencing. To the main entrance of the site is to comprise a 1.2m high, 5-bar gate. A separate galvanised metal gate to serve the field would be taken from the main site access, set approximately 36m into the site.

These details had been subject to re-consultation. Letters of objection had been received from the Parish Council and one local resident as detailed in the main report below along with the original comments.

Members’ attention was brought to the main agenda papers, late observation sheet and a verbal update addressing points raised by the Parish Council.

It was moved by the Chairman that the recommendations within the report, be agreed.

The motion was put to the vote and it was

Resolved:  That planning permission be granted subject to the following conditions

 1)    The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.

 

In pursuance of section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.

 

2)   For the avoidance of doubt the information to which this decision relates is as follows:  Drawing Nos.: 2705(02)1250 B, 001 A, 002 A, 003 A, 005 A; 2705(08)002 B, 2705(08)003 C, 2705(08)005 A, 2705(08)006 A, 2708(08)007 A2705(08)008 and drawing 2705(08)004.

For the avoidance of doubt and in the interests of proper planning.

 3)  Within three months of commencement of works a scheme of landscaping shall be submitted to the Local Planning Authority for approval in writing to include details of the size and species of any trees in the close vicinity of the barns to be retained or removed and details of the size and species of the proposed hedging. The landscaping shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details prior to first occupation of the buildings. If within a period of five years from first occupation of the buildings, any of the trees or plants that form part of the approved details of soft landscaping die, are removed or become seriously damaged or  ...  view the full minutes text for item 60.

RESERVED PLANNING APPLICATIONS

The Committee considered the following planning applications:

61.

21/03403/HOUSE - Edenwood, Swan Lane, Edenbridge KENT TN8 6AT pdf icon PDF 903 KB

Two-storey side extension and a glazed link to a car port with room in the roof space.

 

Minutes:

The proposal sought planning permission for a two-storey side extension and a glazed link to a car port with room in the roof space. The application had been referred to the Committee by Cllr McGregor for the following reasons which were broadly in line with the Town Council’s reasons for objections:

1)    The design did not fit in with the Character Area Assessment,

2)    The application was overbearing and not compatible with the local area,

3)    Proximity with its neighbours infringement of privacy and breach of policy EN2,

4)    Drainage issues,

5)    The glass was out of character and intrusive to neighbouring properties, and

6)    The existing trees were substantial and there was nothing to mitigate potential root damage or ecological impact.

 

Members’ attention was brought to the main agenda papers and late observation sheet.

The Committee was addressed by the following speakers:

Against the Application:

Donna Martin

For the Application:

David Bedford

Parish Representative:

Town Cllr Reed

Local Members:

Cllr McGregor

Members asked questions of clarification from the speakers and officer. Questions focused on the glazing of the glass walkway. It was also confirmed by the Officer that the previous application had permitted development rights removed which was why planning permission had been requested.

It was moved by the Chairman and duly seconded that the recommendations within the report, be agreed.

Members discussed the application and it was moved by Cllr Edwards-Winser and duly seconded that an additional condition be added to reduce light spillage which could come from the glazed link.

Members discussed the amendment.

The amendment was put to the vote motion was put to the vote and it was agreed.

Debate continued on the substantive motion.

 

Resolved:  That planning permission be granted subject to the following conditions

1)     The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.

 

In pursuance of section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.

2)     The materials to be used in the construction of the development shall be those indicated on the approved application form dated 12 October 2021, and materials referred to on page 17 of the Design & Access Statement dated October 2021.

 

To ensure that the appearance of the development is in harmony with the existing character of the area as supported by Policy EN1 of the Sevenoaks Allocations and Development Management Plan.

3)     The development hereby approved shall be implemented in accordance with the Arboricultural Recommendations and Method Statement outlined within the Arboricultural Impact Assessment and Method Statement by Canopy Consultancy dated September 2021 and in accordance with drawings SK100 Rev P2 Car Port Foundation Proposals and 21-1239-TPP Tree Protection Plan.

 

To protect the trees under woodland Tree Preservation Order on site, in the interests of the visual amenity of the area, in accordance with Policy EN1 of the Sevenoaks Allocations and Development Management Plan.

4)     No external lighting shall be installed on the land until such details have been submitted to and approved by the Council.  ...  view the full minutes text for item 61.

62.

21/02355/FUL - Blueberry Farm, Blueberry Lane, Knockholt KENT TN14 7NH pdf icon PDF 689 KB

Conversion of two outbuildings to provide two residential units with parking and associated works.

Minutes:

The proposal sought planning permission for the conversion of two outbuildings to provide two residential units with parking and associated works.

The application had been referred to the Committee by Councillor Williamson so that the impact of the proposals on the openness of the Green Belt could be considered by Members.

Members’ attention was brought to the main agenda papers.

The Committee was addressed by the following speakers:

Against the Application:

 

For the Application:

Nick Skelly

Parish Representative:

 

Local Members:

Cllr Grint

Members asked questions of clarification from the speakers and officer.

It was moved by the Chairman that the recommendation as set out within the report with an amended condition 6 to include reference indigenous species, be agreed.

Members discussed the application.

The motion was put to the vote and it was

Resolved:  That planning permission be granted subject to conditions

1)     The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.

 

In pursuance of section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.

2)   The development shall be carried out in accordance with approved drawings and details: Site location plan to the scale of 1:2500 (drawing no. 4906-PD2-01); Existing plans, elevations and section of Building 1 (drawing no. 4906-PD2-03); Existing plans, elevations and section of Building 2 (drawing no. 4906-PD2- 04); Existing site plan with approved scheme (drawing no. EX01 Rev A); Proposed site plan (drawing no. SP01 Rev D); Proposed ground floor and lower ground floor plan- Building 1 (drawing no. 02 B1 rev B); Proposed ground floor plan- Building 2 (drawing no. 02 B2 Rev D); Coloured elevation - Building 1 (drawing no. 04a B1); Coloured elevation - Building 2 (drawing no. 04a B2); Proposed elevations - Building 1 (drawing no. 04 B1 Rev D); Proposed elevations - Building 2 (drawing no. 04 B2 Rev F); Proposed outline sections - Building 1 (drawing no. 05 B1 Rev C); Proposed outline sections - Building 2 (drawing no. 05 B2 Rev B); Layout and elevations - Atcost building (drawing no. EX02); Proposed car port floor plans and elevations (drawing no. G01); Proposed floor plans and elevations - Building 1 (drawing no. X01 B1 Rev D); Proposed floor plans and elevations- Building 2 (drawing no. X02 B2 Rev G); Proposed elevations comparison - Building 1 (drawing no. X03 B1 Rev C); Proposed elevations comparison - Building 2 (drawing no. X04 B2 Rev C);   Howard Sharp & Partners - Planning, Design and Access Statement. TSC Designs Ltd dated August 2019, an addendum report from TSC Designs Ltd dated April 2020.  Supplemental structural engineers report from Structural Solutions Management Ltd dated 8th July 2021.  Traffic Impact Statement  Preliminary ecology assessment and bat survey from KB Ecology.  Phase 1 Contaminated Land Assessment from Lustre Consulting.  Photographs of the Atcost building. 

For the avoidance of doubt and in the interests of proper planning.

3)    Before the commencement of the development hereby approved (including demolition), a Phase 2 contaminated land investigation, including a remediation methodology  ...  view the full minutes text for item 62.

63.

21/03346/LDCPR - Aberdeen House, Main Road, Knockholt KENT TN14 7JD pdf icon PDF 899 KB

Detached garden building and separate WC building.

 

Minutes:

The proposal sought planning permission for the lawful development certificate for detached garden building and separate WC building. The application had been referred to the Committee by Councillor Grint based on the concern that the proposed development would not be incidental to the enjoyment of the dwelling.

Members’ attention was brought to the main agenda papers.

The Committee was addressed by the following speakers:

Against the Application:

-

For the Application:

-

Parish Representative:

-

Local Members:

Cllr Grint

Members asked questions of clarification from the speakers and officer.

It was moved by the Chairman and duly seconded that the recommendations within the report, be agreed.

Members discussed the application.

The motion was put to the vote and it was

Resolved:  That a Lawful Development Certificate be granted for the following reason

The proposal would comply with Schedule 2, Part 1, Class E of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 and therefore would be permitted development. Planning permission is not required.

 

64.

21/02577/FUL - The Lock Up Garages, Lombard Street, Horton Kirby KENT DA4 9DF pdf icon PDF 671 KB

Minutes:

The proposal sought planning permission for the demolition of existing garages and erection of two x 3 bed dwellings, together with landscaping and parking. The application had been referred to the Committee by Councillor McGarvey on grounds that the proposal could improve and enhance the Green Belt, village and street scene, improved road safety, improve the gateway view into the village and help meet housing need.

Members’ attention was brought to the main agenda.

The Committee was addressed by the following speakers:

Against the Application:

-

For the Application:

Colin Smith

Parish Representative:

Cllr Rushbrook

Local Members:

Members asked questions of clarification from the speakers and officer.

It was moved by the Chairman and duly seconded that the recommendations within the report, be agreed.

Members discussed the application if the proposed application would have harm on the Green Belt. Members discussed that the proposal could be an improvement to what was primarily an industrial site with significant concrete, but the built form would be around 8.5m which was comparatively higher than the current 2.6m currently on the site and this would affect the openness of the Green Belt.

The motion was put to the vote and it was

Resolved:  That planning permission be refused for the following reasons

The site lies within the Green Belt where strict policies of restraint apply. The proposal, by reason of its siting, scale, bulk, massing and design, would have a greater impact on the openness of the Green Belt than the existing development. The proposals therefore represent inappropriate development which by definition is harmful to the Green Belt.  The Council do not consider that the special circumstances advanced are sufficient to clearly outweigh the harm to the Green Belt and other harm identified. Therefore the proposals would be contrary to Government advice in the form of the National Planning Policy Framework.

The proposed development by reason of its siting and proximity to the boundary of Oak View Stud Farm industrial estate would give rise to poor quality of outlook and external amenity space would result in cramped and oppressive accommodation for future occupiers of the property. As such the proposal would be contrary to Policy EN2 of the Council's Allocations and Development Management Plan 2015.

The proposed houses, by reason of their siting, scale, height, bulk, massing and design, would represent an unduly prominent form of development which would be detrimental to the visual amenities of the street scene and at odds with the character of the area. As such the proposals would be contrary to policy SP1 of the Council's Core Strategy and EN1 of the Council's Allocations and Development Management Plan.

 

 

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