Agenda, decisions and minutes
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DECLARATIONS OF DISCLOSABLE PECUNIARY INTERESTS PDF 68 KB To note any declarations of interest made by Members, including those restricting Members from voting on the questions detailed in Section 106 of the Local Government Finance Act, 1992. See attached note from the Monitoring Officer.
Minutes: No declarations of interests were made.
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MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING(S) PDF 91 KB To confirm as a correct record the minutes of the meeting of the Strategic Development Committee held on 19th January 2017.
Minutes: The Committee RESOLVED
That the minutes of the meeting of the Committee held on 19th January 2017 be agreed as a correct record and signed by the Chair.
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RECOMMENDATIONS AND PROCEDURE FOR HEARING OBJECTIONS AND MEETING GUIDANCE PDF 87 KB To RESOLVE that:
1) in the event of changes being made to recommendations by the Committee, the task of formalising the wording of those changes is delegated to the Corporate Director Development and Renewal along the broad lines indicated at the meeting; and
2) in the event of any changes being needed to the wording of the Committee’s decision (such as to delete, vary or add conditions/informatives/planning obligations or reasons for approval/refusal) prior to the decision being issued, the Corporate Director Development and Renewal is delegated authority to do so, provided always that the Corporate Director does not exceed the substantive nature of the Committee’s decision.
3) To NOTE the procedure for hearing objections at meetings of the Strategic Development Committee. Minutes: The Committee RESOLVED that:
1) In the event of changes being made to recommendations by the Committee, the task of formalising the wording of those changes is delegated to the Corporate Director, Development and Renewal along the broad lines indicated at the meeting; and
2) In the event of any changes being needed to the wording of the Committee’s decision (such as to delete, vary or add conditions/informatives/planning obligations or reasons for approval/refusal) prior to the decision being issued, the Corporate Director, Development and Renewal is delegated authority to do so, provided always that the Corporate Director does not exceed the substantive nature of the Committee’s decision
3) To note the procedure for hearing objections at meetings of the Development Committee and the meeting guidance.
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DEFERRED ITEMS None.
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562 Mile End Road & 1a, 1b, 1c Burdett Road (PA/16/00943) PDF 4 MB Proposal:
Demolition of existing buildings and construction of a mixed use development comprising part 3-storey, part 8-storey and part 15-storey building, 52 residential units, 760sqm (GIA) commercial floorspace (A1, A2 & B1), landscaping, public realm improvements, access and servicing (including 1 disabled car parking space; 107 cycle parking spaces; and associated highway works) and other associated infrastructure.
Recommendation:
That the Committee resolve to GRANT planning permission subject to any direction by the London Mayor, the prior completion of a legal agreement to secure planning obligations, and conditions and informatives. Minutes: Update report tabled.
Jerry Bell, (East Area Manager, Planning Services), introduced the application for the demolition of existing buildings and construction of a mixed use development comprising part 3-storey, part 8-storey and part 15-storey building residential lead building.
The Chair invited registered speakers in address the meeting.
Nigel Whitfield, Tom Kaneko, Ms M. McGinley, Councillor Peter Golds and Councillor David Edgar (Ward Councillor) addressed the Committee in objection to the application.
The speakers objected to the height of the proposal and its scale. It was too large for and did not relate well with the context of the area given the mid - rise nature of the street scape. Therefore, it would have an overbearing and oppressive effect on the area and would set a precedent for future developments. It also conflicted with the policy in respect of these matters. In addition, the density was twice that recommended in the London Plan for the site.
They also objected to the poor design. This would exacerbate the above issues and would not offset the impact of the height. They also questioned the quality of the affordable housing given the air quality issues, the demand for the retail space, the lack of parking and assessable wheelchair spaces for the development, the servicing provision and the pollution issues. Concern was also expressed about the loss of the existing night club. This was a unique club that had been there many years. It was understood that the owner wished to continue with its operation and its relocation should be secured as part of the S106 agreement.
They also expressed concern about the construction costs of building over the LUL infrastructure. It was felt that this could potentially impact on the viability of the application meaning less affordable housing could ultimately be delivered.
The proposal would also overshadow gardens. Insufficient consideration had been given to this in the Committee report.
In response to questions from Members about the consultation, it was reported that a public consultation meeting was held in 2013. It was also reported that access to the site and parking around the site was already very restricted. The proposal would make this much worse. The speakers also stressed the need for the club to be relocated and commented on the features of the premises. In response to further questions, they described the location of the gardens that would be affected by the proposal, and clarified the concerns about the height and design.
Richard Evans (Applicant’s agent) Catriona O’Meara and Josephine Roscoe addressed the Committee in support of the application.
The plans were a product of substantial amount of discussions with both the LBTH and the GLA. The plans would regenerate the site and would deliver: a number of benefits in terms of new housing and commercial space amongst other features. The proposal would maximise the housing potential of the site in accordance with the London Plan in a transport hub. So the overall the density could be accommodated on the site. In relation ... view the full minutes text for item 5.1 |
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10 Whitechapel High Street, E1 8DX (PA/16/02250) PDF 16 MB Proposal:
Change of use of part of ground floor, part first floor, Basement 1 and Basement 2 from B1 (including ancillary floorspace), and Professional driver training / testing facility for a vehicle hire company use (D1) to a Sui Generis cultural facility including exhibition space, event space, office, retail and restaurant uses.
Alterations and extension to the existing lean-to element that forms part of the west elevation of the building and works to realign and resurface the existing ramp and stairs in connection with improvements to the access of the basement and all ancillary and associated works.
Minor alterations to north and south elevations of the building including a new access ramp.
Recommendation:
That the Committee resolve to GRANT planning permission subject to Any direction by the London Mayor, The prior completion of a S106 legal agreement to secure planning obligations and conditions.
Minutes: Update report tabled.
Jerry Bell (East Area Manager, Planning Services) introduced the application for the change of use of part of ground floor, part first floor, Basement 1 and Basement 2 from B1 (including ancillary floorspace), and Professional driver training / testing facility to a Sui Generis cultural facility and other associated works.
Beth Eite (Planning Services) presented the application describing the site and surrounds. It was reported that the Sui Generis use would include a mixture of different uses including exhibition space, office and conference facilities.
In addition to this, the application sought the construction of a new two storey extension fronting Mansell Street. This proposal was identical to the application that had been previously consented save for the inclusion of the Sui Generis use.
The application also included changes to the façade of the building including the provision of a raised terrace to be used as a seating area. This would overlook Braham Street Park and ensure constant surveillance of the park. Consultation had been carried out on the proposal and no representations in objection had been received.
Whilst the loss of office space in a Preferred Office Location was normally resisted, it was considered that in this case, there were special circumstances justifying the loss of such use given the deficiencies with the basement space and that the proposal would enable the building to be brought back into active use and would generate employment.
Furthermore, it was considered that the impacts in terms of residential amenity including that from the cultural facility (that could open until 1am) would be acceptable given the lack of residential units near the premises and that the site fell in the Central Activities Zone where night time economy was directed to.
Given the benefits of the application, Officers were recommending that it was granted planning permission.
On a unanimous vote, the Committee RESOLVED:
1. That planning permission be GRANTED at 10 Whitechapel High Street, E1 8DX for
Change of use of part of ground floor, part first floor, Basement 1 and Basement 2 from B1 (including ancillary floorspace), and Professional driver training / testing facility for a vehicle hire company use (D1) to a Sui Generis cultural facility including exhibition space, event space, office, retail and restaurant uses
Alterations and extension to the existing lean-to element that forms part of the west elevation of the building and works to realign and resurface the existing ramp and stairs in connection with improvements to the access of the basement and all ancillary and associated works.
Minor alterations to north and south elevations of the building including a new access ramp(PA/16/02250).
2. Subject to the prior completion of a S106 legal agreement to secure the planning obligations in the Committee report.
3. That the Corporate Director of Place is delegated power to negotiate the legal agreement indicated above acting within normal delegated authority.
4. That the Corporate Director of Place is delegated authority to issue the planning permission and impose conditions ... view the full minutes text for item 5.2 |
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