Agenda, decisions and draft minutes
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APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE To receive any apologies for absence. Decision: Apologies for absence were submitted from Councillor Maium Miah and for lateness by Councillor Anwar Khan.
Minutes: Apologies for absence were submitted from Councillor Maium Miah and for lateness by Councillor Anwar Khan.
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DECLARATIONS OF DISCLOSABLE PECUNIARY INTERESTS PDF 56 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 Chief Executive. Decision: No declarations of disclosable pecuniary interests (DPIs) were made.
Councillor Helal Abbas declared a non DPI in agenda item 7.1 (Club Row Building, (Rochelle Centre) Rochelle School, Arnold Circus, London, E2 7ES (PA/12/02317 & PA/12/02318)).This was on the grounds that he had received correspondence and had spoken to objectors. However he had not expressed an opinion.
Minutes: No declarations of disclosable pecuniary interests (DPIs) were made.
Councillor Helal Abbas declared a non DPI in agenda item 7.1 (Club Row Building, (Rochelle Centre) Rochelle School, Arnold Circus, London, E2 7ES (PA/12/02317 & PA/12/02318)).This was on the grounds that he had received correspondence and had spoken to objectors However he had not expressed an opinion.
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UNRESTRICTED MINUTES PDF 74 KB To confirm as a correct record of the proceedings the unrestricted minutes of the ordinary meeting of Development Committee held on 16th January 2013. Decision: The Committee RESOLVED
That the unrestricted minutes of the meeting of the Committee held on 16th January 2013 be agreed as a correct record and signed by the Chair.
Minutes: The Committee RESOLVED
That the unrestricted minutes of the meeting of the Committee held on 16th January 2013 be agreed as a correct record and signed by the Chair.
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RECOMMENDATIONS 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.
Decision: 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
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
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PROCEDURE FOR HEARING OBJECTIONS PDF 42 KB To note the procedure for hearing objections at meetings of the Development Committee.
The deadline for registering to speak at this meeting is 4pm Monday 11th February 2013.
Decision: The Committee noted the procedure for hearing objections, together with details of persons who had registered to speak at the meeting.
Minutes: The Committee noted the procedure for hearing objections, together with details of persons who had registered to speak at the meeting.
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DEFERRED ITEMS Nil items.
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Decision: Update Report Tabled.
Councillor Anwar Khan did not vote on this item as he had arrived after the start of the item.
On a vote of 3 in favour, 0 against and 1 abstention, the Committee RESOLVED:
That the Officers recommendation to grant Listed Building Consent and planning permission (PA/12/02317 & PA/12/02318) at Club Row Building, (Rochelle Centre) Rochelle School, Arnold Circus, London, E2 7ES NOT BE ACCEPTED for change of use from D1 (Non-residential institution) to mixed A1 (Shop), B1 (Business) and D1 (Non-residential institution) with the construction of an extension to rear, internal alterations (including installation of mezzanine floor space and new staircases), external alterations (including new doorways & windows & roof parapet raising & roof replacement) and alterations to Club Row boundary wall.
Members were minded not to accept the application due to concerns over:
· Loss of heritage value in respect of the roof and former roof top play space. · Overall impact on the uniqueness of the building. In accordance with Development Procedural Rules, the application was DEFERRED to enable Officers to prepare a supplementary report to a future meeting of the Committee setting out proposed detailed reasons for refusal and the implications of the decision.
(The Members that voted on this item were Councillors Helal Abbas, Shiria Khatun, Craig Aston and Kosru Uddin)
Minutes: Update report tabled.
Jerry Bell (Applications Team Leader) introduced the report regarding Club Row Building, (Rochelle Centre) Rochelle School, Arnold Circus, London, E2 7ES (PA/12/02317 & PA/12/02318)
The Chair invited the registered speakers to address the meeting.
Aulad Miah spoke in objection. He stated that he lived in the ward and was an employee of the adjacent service. The site was located in the Conservation Area, was mainly residential and outside the Central Activities Zone (CAZ). Therefore, it was unsuitable for retail use. There would also be a loss of arts. The plans, including the roof extension, would spoil the character of the area. The roof would be very visible from the street. It should follow the current design. The plans conflicted with policy that sought to protect heritage assets.
In reply to Members, he considered that the applicant carried out very little consultation. The initial feedback was negative and following this, there were few meetings with restricted access. The proposal would attract anti social behaviour (asb) by making the building more prominent. The change of use to retail and loss of education uses would also increase asb. The Police reports indicated that there were significant issues with asb in the area.
Jason Caffrey spoke in objection. He stressed the importance of the centre in terms of historic value. The proposals would cause irreversible harm to the key features that made it so unique. For example, it would spoil the roof which covered the former play space, remove the classrooms, the original windows and doors. He drew attention to the concerns of the Greater London Archaeology Society. He disputed the accuracy of the report in terms of the building’s history and the heritage assessment. Furthermore, English Heritage were in the process of reviewing the building’s listed status. The Committee should defer its decision until the outcome of this review was known.
Hatty Buchanan spoke in support of the application. She was an employee of the centre. She referred to the works to a similar building to upgrade it. It was planned to use the same successful methods here. It was proposed to host a range of services should the centre be restored. This included education lessons for children and community projects. The building was in a poor state now with an uncertain income base. It urgently needed the repair work. The income generated by the new building would cover the costs. If left, the building could be placed on the List of Buildings at Risk Register.
In reply to Members, she explained the consultation process. There had been extensive pre-application discussions over 18 months with many meetings and initiatives with residents. The plans had been amended in light of the concerns with the retention of the original boundary wall. The roof was badly in need of repair. The leaking was harming the structure. As a result, the upper floor could not fully be used. (Officers showed photograph’s of the roof in their presentation). It was ... view the full minutes text for item 7.1 |
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Land at North East Corner of Butley Court, Ford Street, London, E3 (PA/12/0285) PDF 1 MB Decision: Update report tabled.
Councillor Anwar Khan proposed an additional condition regarding the safety and security plans. This was seconded by Councillor Craig Aston and agreed by the Committee
On a unanimous vote, the Committee RESOLVED:
That planning permission (PA/12/0285) at Land at North East Corner of Butley Court, Ford Street, London, E3 be GRANTED for the demolition of existing drying rooms and erection of four storey infill block comprising of 4 x one bedroom apartments SUBJECT to the conditions and informative set out in the report AND the additional condition agreed by the Committee that:
· Details of the safety and security plans be submitted and approved by Officers including the possibility of installing CCTV.
Minutes: Update report tabled.
Jerry Bell (Applications Team Leader) introduced the report regarding Land at North East Corner of Butley Court, Ford Street, London, E3 (PA/12/0285).
The Chair invited the registered speakers to address the meeting.
Anthony Stock spoke in objection. He stated that he lived at Jossiline Court. He objected to the loss of the drying rooms. They were much needed as residents didn’t have anywhere else to dry their laundry. He expressed concern at the impact on the residents from the construction work. Many were elderly and would have to suffer this for three years. It would cause them a lot of harm. In reply to Members, he agreed that the plans could worsen anti social behaviour (asb) by darkening the estate. Residents were having to dry their laundry internally that caused damp and mould in flats.
Officers clarified that the issues around housing management (service charges and subletting) were not a planning consideration and should have no impact on the decision.
Andrew Black spoke in support. The proposal sought to redevelop the under used drying rooms. It would provide 100% affordable housing. He reported on the extensive consultation carried out with the residents who were mainly supportive of the proposal. The residents were not concerned about the loss of drying rooms. No objections had been received from the statutory consultees. In reply to Members, he stated that the drying rooms were locked as were underused and therefore attracted asb. The applicant was happy to accept a condition on security and lighting to address any concerns in this area.
Benson Olaseni(Planning Officer) presented the report and the update. He described the main issues including: the site and surrounds, the layout and the outcome of the consultation. The units would be for the over 50s. The drying rooms had been vacant for some time. So its regeneration was welcomed and would help meet the housing targets. It was considered that the impact on amenity was acceptable with no impact on day light or sunlight. The scheme complied with policy and should be granted.
In reply, Members discussed the safety and security issues. In particularly, the problems with asb on the site due to the levels of darkness. There was a risk that this further development could add to this problems by darkening the area further. To prevent this, Councillor Anwar Khan proposed an additional condition that was seconded by Councillor Craig Aston. This was agreed by the committee.
On a unanimous vote, the Committee RESOLVED:
That planning permission (PA/12/0285) at Land at North East Corner of Butley Court, Ford Street, London, E3 be GRANTED for the demolition of existing drying rooms and erection of four storey infill block comprising of 4 x one bedroom apartments SUBJECT to the conditions and informative set out in the report AND the additional condition agreed by the Committee that:
· Details of the safety and security plans be submitted and approved by Officers including the possibility of ... view the full minutes text for item 7.2 |
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Land at North East Corner of Jossiline Court, London (PA/12/02860) PDF 1 MB Decision: Update report tabled.
Councillor Anwar Khan proposed an additional condition regarding the safety and security plans. This was seconded by Councillor Craig Aston and agreed by the Committee
On a unanimous vote, the Committee RESOLVED:
That planning permission (PA/12/02860) at Land at North East Corner of Jossiline Court, London be GRANTED for the demolition of existing drying rooms and erection of four storey infill block comprising of 4 x one bedroom apartments SUBJECT to the conditions and informative set out in the report AND the additional condition agreed by the Committee that:
· Details of the safety and security plans be submitted and approved by Officers including the possibility of installing CCTV.
Minutes: Update report tabled.
Jerry Bell (Applications Team Leader) introduced the report regarding Land at North East Corner of Jossiline Court, London (PA/12/02860).
The Chair invited the registered speakers to address the meeting.
George Beckwith spoke in objection. He stated that he lived in Jossiline Court. The proposed bins would be right next to his flat. He suggested changes to the layout of the scheme to address this.
Anthony Stock spoke in objection. He stressed the importance of the drying room to residents and their wish for them to be brought back in use. The owners had locked them up. That’s the reason why they were not used.
Andrew Black spoke in support. He stressed the merits of the scheme in terms of the affordable housing and improvements to the area. If granted, the scheme would be secure by design. In reply to Members, he considered that the refuse plans were acceptable. The issued raised by Mr Beckwith (about the bins) had been taken up with the applicant and they were happy that there were no issues.
Benson Olaseni(Planning Officer) introduced the proposal.
In reply, Members discussed the safety and security issues. Accordingly, Councillor Anwar Khan proposed an additional condition to address such issues that was seconded by Councillor Craig Aston. This was agreed by the committee. (The reasons are set out in minute 7.2)
On a unanimous vote, the Committee RESOLVED:
That planning permission (PA/12/02860) at Land at North East Corner of Jossiline Court, London be GRANTED for the demolition of existing drying rooms and erection of four storey infill block comprising of 4 x one bedroom apartments SUBJECT to the conditions and informative set out in the report AND the additional condition agreed by the Committee that:
· Details of the safety and security plans be submitted and approved by Officers including the possibility of installing CCTV.
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55 Poplar High Street, London, E14 0DJ (PA/11/03216) PDF 185 KB Decision: Update Report tabled.
On a vote of 4 in favour 0 against and 1 abstention, the Committee RESOLVED:
1. That planning permission (PA/11/03216) at 55 Poplar High Street, London, E14 0DJ be GRANTED for change of use from minicab office (sui generis) to internet café and ancillary office space (Use Class A1/A2)
2. That the Corporate Director Development & Renewal is delegated power to impose conditions on the planning permission to secure the matters set out in the report.
Minutes: Update Report tabled.
Jerry Bell (Applications Team Leader) introduced the report 55 Poplar High Street, London, E14 0DJ (PA/11/03216).
There were no speakers registered.
Mary O'Shaughnessy (Planning Officer) presented the detailed report and the update. She explained the site location and planning history. It was considered that the change of use was acceptable as it would bring a vacant building back into use with no adverse impacts. The plans were supported in policy. She explained the outcome of the consultation and the objections raised regarding anti-social behaviour (asb) and need for the use. There was no evidence linking internet café use with asb and no major problems of this type in the area (as shown by the crime statistics). There were conditions to protect amenity. The there was no symptoms of overconcentration given the limited number of such uses in the area.
Members raised a number of questions. In response, Officers referred to the comments of the Crime Officer and Police. They considered that there were no incidences that justified an objection based on the statistics.
It was considered that a 10pm closing time (11pm on Satrurday) was appropriate to protect residents. The premises would be selling hot and cold drinks. There would be no hot food for sale.
Councillor Craig Aston proposed an amendment to the closing hours to shorten them. This fell.
On a vote of 4 in favour 0 against and 1 abstention, the Committee RESOLVED:
1. That planning permission (PA/11/03216) at 55 Poplar High Street, London, E14 0DJ be GRANTED for change of use from minicab office (sui generis) to internet café and ancillary office space (Use Class A1/A2)
2. That the Corporate Director Development & Renewal is delegated power to impose conditions on the planning permission to secure the matters set out in the report.
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Bromley Public Hall, Bow Road, London, E3 (PA/12/02618) PDF 159 KB Decision: On a unanimous vote, the Committee RESOLVED:
That application (PA/12/02618) at Bromley Public Hall, Bow Road, London, E3 for the installation of two (2) black contrasting colour nosings (anti-slip) to external concrete stairs and installation of two (2) handrails to external walls above concrete stairs at the front entrance of Bromley Public Hall be REFERRED to the National Casework Unit with the recommendation that the Council would be minded to grant Listed Building Consent subject to conditions set out in the report.
Minutes: Jerry Bell (Applications Team Leader) introduced the report Bromley Public Hall, Bow Road, London, E3 (PA/12/02618)
Mary O'Shaughnessy (Planning Officer) presented the detailed report and the update.
On a unanimous vote, the Committee RESOLVED:
That application (PA/12/02618) at Bromley Public Hall, Bow Road, London, E3 for the installation of two (2) black contrasting colour nosings (anti-slip) to external concrete stairs and installation of two (2) handrails to external walls above concrete stairs at the front entrance of Bromley Public Hall be REFERRED to the National Casework Unit with the recommendation that the Council would be minded to grant Listed Building Consent subject to conditions set out in the report.
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Block E, Professional Development Centre, English Street, London, E3 4TA (PA/12/03099) PDF 153 KB Decision: On a unanimous vote, the Committee RESOLVED:
That application (PA/12/03099) at Block E, Professional Development Centre, English Street, London, E3 4TA for repair and refurbishment of redundant and derelict toilet block into external playground store including a new roof be REFERRED to the National Casework Unit with the recommendation that the Council would be minded to grant Listed Building Consent subject to conditions set out in the report.
Minutes: Jerry Bell (Applications Team Leader) introduced the report Block E, Professional Development Centre, English Street, London, E3 4TA (PA/12/03099)
Mary O'Shaughnessy (Planning Officer) presented the detailed report and the update.
On a unanimous vote, the Committee RESOLVED:
That application (PA/12/03099) at Block E, Professional Development Centre, English Street, London, E3 4TA for repair and refurbishment of redundant and derelict toilet block into external playground store including a new roof be REFERRED to the National Casework Unit with the recommendation that the Council would be minded to grant Listed Building Consent subject to conditions set out in the report.
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Planning Appeals Report PDF 33 KB Decision: On a unanimous vote the Committee RESOLVED
That the details and outcomes as set out in the report be noted.
Minutes: Jerry Bell presented the report and highlighted the key points.
On a unanimous vote the Committee RESOLVED
That the details and outcomes as set out in the report be noted.
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