Agenda, decisions and draft 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 disclosable pecuniary interests were made. |
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MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING(S) PDF 34 KB To confirm as a correct record the minutes of the meeting of the Development Committee held on 3rd August 2016.
Minutes: The Committee RESOLVED
That the minutes of the meeting of the Committee held on 3 August 2016 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.
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 AND MEETING GUIDANCE PDF 87 KB To note the procedure for hearing objections at meetings of the Development Committee and meeting guidance.
Minutes: The Committee noted the procedure for hearing objections and meeting guidance.
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DEFERRED ITEMS None.
Minutes: None.
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PLANNING APPLICATIONS FOR DECISION PDF 72 KB Minutes: None
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111-113 Mellish Street, London E14 8PJ (PA/16/00901) PDF 3 MB Proposal:
Retention of the single storey modular building for a temporary period for continued non-residential use (falling within use class D1)
Recommendation:
That the Committee resolve to GRANTplanning permission subject to conditions set out in the Committee report.
Minutes: Update report tabled.
Jerry Bell introduced the application for the retention of the single storey modular building for a temporary period for continued non-residential use (falling within use class D1)
The Chair invited registered speakers to address the Committee.
John Locko and Councillor Andrew Wood spoke in objection to the proposal on the grounds that existing facility created parking stress. Therefore, the proposal would further increase parking congestion in the surrounding streets, given the increase in visitor numbers especially during the summer months. Concern was also expressed that the residents had not been consulted on the travel plan until very late in the day and about breaches of the current parking controls. They also expressed concern about noise disturbance from the existing facilities, especially when the PA system was in use, due to the unsuitability of the premises for the intended use. In particular, concern was expressed about noise escape from the roof area affecting the nearby residents. The Committee report underestimated the potential noise impact from the facilities. Many of the residents had complained about the issues.
In response to questions, the speakers emphasised their concerns about the impact from parking from the proposal, acknowledging that whilst the facility was not solely to blame for such problems, it would add to the wider parking congestion in the area. They also explained their concerns about noise disturbance from the proposals, outlined the steps that had been taken to address the issues and the effectiveness of these measures. They also expressed concern about the lack of use of the building during weekdays and, in view of the concerns, questioned whether the proposal was the most effective use of the site given the demand for community resources in the local area.
Fokrul Islam and the Imran Rahman spoke in support of the application. They drew attention to the wide range of community services delivered at the premises, the inclusive nature of activities and importance of the facility to local people. The concerns about noise and parking stress could be addressed through the conditions. The specialists at the Council had considered these issues and were satisfied that the conditions would address any impacts and they had not raised any objections. In response to questions, they commented further on the nature and quality of the community activities being provided on site and that they worked hard to minimise noise disturbance. They also discussed the layout of the building, the concerns about noise especially during the Ramadan period and the measures to control this. Regarding the travel assessment, it was considered that most of the visitors travelled to the centre by foot therefore it was unlikely that the proposal would increase parking pressure.
Nasser Farooq (Planning Services, Development and Renewal) gave a presentation on the application describing the site location, nature of the surrounds and the consented scheme. He also explained the layout of the existing facility and the outcome of the consultation and the issues raised. The main issues for consideration were the impact ... view the full minutes text for item 6.1 |
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Bromley Hall School, Bromley Hall Road, London, E14 0LF (PA/16/00884, PA/16/00885) PDF 3 MB Proposal:
Expansion of existing school to provide 2 FE Primary school and associated nursery, including partial demolition of existing building.
Recommendation:
That the Committee resolve to GRANT planning permission and listed building consent subject to conditions and informatives in relation to the matters set out in the Committee report and any direction made by the Secretary of State in the event that the 20th Century Society maintains their objection to the proposal.
Minutes: Application withdrawn from the agenda due to the submission of new information requiring further assessment. |
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14 Flamborough Street, London, E14 7LS (PA/16/01261) PDF 522 KB Proposal:
Renewal of front double sash windows and box frame.
Recommendation:
That the Committee resolve grant Listed Building Consent subject to conditions as set out in the Committee report
Minutes: Application withdrawn from the agenda and referred to the Strategic Development Committee on 8th September 2016 for consideration
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OTHER PLANNING MATTERS None. Minutes: None.
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