Chichester District Council
Agenda, decisions and minutes

Agenda, decisions and minutes

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Items
No. Item

1.

Chairman's Announcements

Any apologies for absence which have been received will be noted at this stage.

 

The Planning Committee will be informed at this point in the meeting of any planning applications which have been deferred or withdrawn and so will not be discussed and determined at this meeting.

Minutes:

The Chairman welcomed everyone present to the virtual meeting.

 

Apologies for absence had been received from Mr Wilding.

2.

Approval of Minutes pdf icon PDF 230 KB

The minutes relate to the meeting of the Planning Committee on 3 February 2021.

Minutes:

With the following amendments:

 

O/20/02087/FUL, Colworth Manor Farm, Colworth Lane, Colworth, Chichester

 

On the first main paragraph, line 11, ‘hedges’ to be replaced with ‘hedging plants’, and on line 17, ‘With regards to the coalescence and landscaping views and gaps in the hedgerow….’ to be replaced with ‘With regards to cumulative coalescence and wider landscape impacts of polytunnel development in area on the Countryside Gap between Chichester and Bognor Regis……’

 

the minutes of 3 February 2021 be approved as a correct record.

3.

Urgent Items

The chairman will announce any urgent items that due to special circumstances will be dealt with under agenda item 12 (b).

Minutes:

There were no urgent items.

4.

Declarations of Interests pdf icon PDF 269 KB

Details of members’ personal interests arising from their membership of parish councils or West Sussex County Council or from their being Chichester District Council or West Sussex County Council appointees to outside organisations or members of outside bodies or from being employees of such organisations or bodies.

 

Such interests are hereby disclosed by each member in respect of agenda items in the schedule of planning applications where the Council or outside body concerned has been consulted in respect of that particular item or application.

 

Declarations of disclosable pecuniary interests, personal interests and prejudicial interests are to be made by members of the Planning Committee in respect of matters on the agenda or this meeting.

 

 

 

Minutes:

Mr Barrett declared a personal interest in respect of CH/20/01826/FUL, and BO/20/02707/DOM and BO/20/02708/LBC as a Chichester District Council appointed Member of Chichester Harbour Conservancy.

 

Mr Oakley declared a personal interest in respect of CH/20/01826/FUL, CC/20/0473/REM, WW/20/02932/FUL and CC/20/03226/FUL as a Member of West Sussex County Council, and BO/20/02707/DOM and BO/20/02708/LBC as a distance relative of the applicant.

 

Mr Plowman declared a personal interest in respect of CC/20/02473/REM

and CC/20/03226/FUL as a Member of Chichester City Council.

 

Mr Potter declared a personal interest in respect of CH/20/01826/FUL as a Chichester District Council appointed Member of South Downs National Park Authority.

 

Mrs Purnell declared a personal interest in respect of CH/20/01826/FUL, CC/20/0473/REM, WW/20/02932/FUL and CC/20/03226/FUL as a Member of West Sussex County Council.

 

Mrs Sharp declared a personal interest in respect of CC/20/02473/REM

and CC/20/03226/FUL as a Member of Chichester City Council.

5.

CH/20/01826/FUL - Land Adjoining A27, Scant Road West, Hambrook, Chidham pdf icon PDF 542 KB

Mixed use development comprising 118 dwellings (including 36 affordable dwellings), public open space, landscaping and associated works and a retail convenience store with community space above all accessed via Broad Road.

 

Decision:

Refuse against officer recommendation

 

Minutes:

Due to the necessity to resolve technical issues,

Members took a 15 minute break

 

Mr Bushell presented the item to Members and drew Members’ attention to the Agenda Update Sheet which provided further third party objections and information from the applicant regarding receipt of written confirmation of the interest in taking responsibility for the convenience store, and the equipping of the Resource Hub and how it would be operated.  A revised Travel Plan had also been submitted in which the applicant iterated commitment to pursue a change to the speed limit on Broad Road from 40mph to 30mph in the vicinity of the new site access.  An update to the policy position regarding the revision to Local Development Scheme 2021-2024 was also provided outlining key milestones.

 

The Committee received the following Speakers:

 

Jane Towers – Parish Council

Andrew Wild – Objector

Alan Green – Objector

Geoff Tomlinson – Objector

Ben Ballie – Agent

Adrian Moss – CDC Ward Member

 

Officers responded to Member’s comments and questions:

 

With regards to the absence of a footway from the new access southwards to the junction with Scant Road, Mr Bushell explained that a shared cycle and footway was being provided within the site to enable residents to avoid having to cross Broad Road and would allow safe and continuous onwards access to the A259.  On the matter of the speed limit, Mr Bushell confirmed that the developer was keen to have 30mph moved further to the north, which was how the application was originally submitted, but was changed to accord with the current speed restriction and following comments from WSCC Highways. Therefore the access to the site had been designed for a 40mph which was confirmed as safe.  Mr Bushell added that a 30mph limit was deemed as unnecessary to make the current development acceptable in highways terms, and consequently, there would potentially be an issue with requiring the developer to now pursue the lower limit.  On the matter of site not being sustainable from a transport perspective, Mr Bushell drew Members’ attention to the report which referred to the previous appeal scheme for a similar number of dwellings, in which the Inspector considered it was a sustainable location, and cited the proximity to Nutbourne Railway Station.  With regards to subsidised bus services, Mr Bushell advised that this would have to be necessary, which had not been highlighted by the highways authority, and may be a matter which could be brought forward as part of Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) funds, but could not be insisted upon.  With regards to the Interim Position Statement for housing and the reference to low density, the application was landscape-led specifically to address issues raised by the previous planning Inspector, hence the developer had aimed to assimilate the proposed development into the environment and include 5.63 hectares of green space, which was considered by officers to be appropriate.   On the matter of nitrates, this would be dealt with by way of a Section 106 agreement and the landowner  ...  view the full minutes text for item 5.

6.

CC/20/02473/REM - Land West Of Centurion Way And West Of Old Broyle Road pdf icon PDF 839 KB

All outstanding Reserved Matters for the erection of 55 dwellings with associated parking, landscaping, informal open space and associated work on Phase 5, Parcel G, pursuant to permission 14/04301/OUT.

 

Decision:

Permit

Minutes:

Mr Harris presented the item to Members and drew Member’s attention to the information provided in the Agenda Update Sheet which gave details of two further reserved matters which had been submitted relating to the Strategic Development Location’s Local Centre.

 

The Committee received the following speaker:

 

Nicholas Billington – Agent (statement read)

 

Mr Harris responded to Members’ comments and questions:

 

With regards to the crossing point to the open space located in the adjacent parcel, Mr Harris confirmed that the expectation was for the area not to have traffic travelling at speed and ramps were positioned on the adjacent roads.  Pavers would also be used to provide a sense of a low-speed pedestrian environment, and the highway authority was satisfied with the crossing in this location.  The break in the landscaping into the park area would also encourage pedestrians to cross at this point.  On the matter of the area withstanding freight vehicles, the highway authority was also content and maintenance of un-adopted shared areas would be undertaken by a management company.

 

On the matter of design of the adjacent spine road junction, Mr Harris confirmed that this had been already approved under the ‘infrastructure’ reserved matters application.  On the question of the design of the buildings, Mr Harris responded that this matter was subjective and confirmed that officers had worked hard to secure improvements.  The applicants had agreed changes and improvements in line with those secured on earlier parcels, and this part of the development accorded with the design strategy previously approved by the Committee.  With regards to the ability of paved areas to withstand the turning of refuse vehicles, a condition requiring the agreement of the technical specification of such areas had not been imposed on previous parcels, but could be added as a condition and Mr Harris confirmed that the details that had been submitted initially indicated that the surface would be sufficiently robust for such vehicles.

 

With regards to the cycle route around the southern part of the parcel, Mr Harris confirmed that changes had been made since the original plan.  Both the Council and the highways authority agreed the revisions provided a more coherent route enhanced with linking sections.  Bollards and hedging would also ensure the route would not be used by unauthorised vehicles and a further benefit was that the tarmac path would not encroach into the landscaped area.  Mr Harris further advised that the revisions ensured that cyclists would have an easier route towards the spine road and onwards.

 

In a vote Members agreed the application.

 

Recommendation to Permit agreed.

7.

WW/20/02932/FUL - 11A Marine Drive West, West Wittering pdf icon PDF 402 KB

Use of building as annex to 11 Marine Drive West and/or as a holiday let.

 

Decision:

Permit

Minutes:

Mr Thomas presented the item to Members and drew Members’ attention to the information in the Agenda Update Sheet which confirmed that West Wittering Parish Council had withdrawn their objection to the application.

 

Mrs Stevens responded Members’ comment and questions:

 

With regards to a requirement for bin storage, Mrs Stevens advised that it would not be reasonable to include a condition in respect of this matter.

 

In a vote Members agreed the application.

 

Recommendation to Permit with S106 agreed.

 

Members took a ten minute break.

8.

CC/20/03226/FUL - 23 Lavant Road, Chichester, PO19 5RA pdf icon PDF 531 KB

Redevelopment of the site with creation of 5 no. flats and parking, landscaping and associated works.

 

Decision:

Permit

Minutes:

Mr Mew presented the item to Members and drew Members’ attention to the information provided in the Agenda Update Sheet which listed further details from the applicant’s agent regarding the size and location of the mitigation land within the Donnington Manor Farm estate which connected directly to a ditch network in Chichester Harbour and further confirmed the planting of ten trees.  The Agenda Update Sheet also provided information that the applicant had forwarded a letter to the Committee in response to the City Council’s objection to the application, and clarified the context of the nitrate mitigation proposals.

 

The Committee received that following speakers:

 

Keith Bartlett – Objector

John Halliday – Objector

Peter Doust – Objector (statement read)

Paul White – Agent

 

Officers responded to Members’ comments and questions:

 

With regards to the land selected for nitrate mitigation, Mr Mew explained that it was not necessary for it to have been in continuous agricultural use, Natural England reviewed land over a ten year period, and there was evidence of the land having been ploughed during that time.  With regards to the development over-looking the neighbouring property to the north and loss of light, Mr Mew responded that the window on the northern elevation of the proposed development would have obscured glass and be fixed shut below 1.8 metres in height, and a condition could be added to secure this matter.  The balconies had screening along the boundaries, which could also be secured by condition to ensure the retention of screening, and Mr Mew added that some over-looking of the rear of the gardens would be expected within a residential area.  Mr Mew reminded Members that the impact on neighbouring properties was not raised in the previous submission and therefore the Inspector did not make any comments in this regard.   On the matter of the sub-division of land for nitrate mitigation use, Mr Mew explained that this was acceptable and land for this use was likely be secured in small parcels.

 

Members were reminded that the Council did not currently have a five year land supply for housing, and this development would add to the supply.  With regards to the loss of dwellings and cumulative impact along Lavant Road, this was not a conservation area and therefore only a prior-approval application was required if buildings and structures were to be demolished.  Mr Mew also explained that the Inspector did not just consider other apartment blocks in the road but would also review the locality, the street pattern and space between plots.

 

On the matter of loss of light, Mr Mew advised that this was contained in guidance and the 25 degree rule was not part of planning policy.  In this location there was an access track which gave separation to the north to No. 23A and screening along the boundary. Mr Mew added that the landscaping condition could be enhanced.

 

 

Mr Whitty advised that it would not be acceptable for a determination to be delayed in order to await other applications within  ...  view the full minutes text for item 8.

9.

BO/20/02707/DOM & BO/20/02708/LBC - Church Cottage, High Street, Bosham, PO18 8LX pdf icon PDF 317 KB

Proposed single storey orangery extension and link to garage/annexe.

 

Decision:

Permit

Minutes:

Mr Mew presented the item to Members.

 

The Committee received the following speakers:

 

Gail Power – Parish Council (statement read)

Bob Dalton – Agent

Penny Plant – Chichester District Council (statement read)

 

Officers responded to Members’ comments and questions:

 

With regards to light spillage and the Dark Skies policy, Mr Mew confirmed that a condition had been included which required the installation of dusk-dawn screen blinds which were to be closed during those times.  Mr Mew also explained that a further condition had been included which required that in relation to connection to the wall, construction was undertaken in accordance with a methodology and section plan.  Mr Mew advised that the thermal efficiency of the structure would be controlled by building regulations and further confirmed that pre-application advice had been provided by the Principal Conservation and Design officer.  Each application of this type was considered individually and in regards to this application, a contemporary approach had been viewed as most appropriate.  Mr Whitty added that where an extension was integrated into a building, similar materials were used however, the linking of two buildings required a light-weight approach to retain the ability to view the two distinct separate buildings.

 

On the matter of whether the extension could be viewed from the road, footpath and churchyard, Mr Mew explained that there would be limited views from some positions and none from others.

 

With regards to the demolition of the outbuilding, Mr Mew confirmed that the Principal Conservation and Design officer was content.  Mr Mew also confirmed that the applicants could position their bins as they wished.  Mr Whitty added that there was sufficient space for bins to be out of sight of the public realm.  With regards to the powdered coated aluminium and zinc roof, Mr Whitty advised that would provide a high quality finish.

 

In a vote Members agreed the recommendation to permit the application.

 

Recommendation to Permit agreed.

 

10.

Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government consultation on National Planning Policy Framework and National Model Design Code (12.35 approximate start time) pdf icon PDF 311 KB

To note the contents of the consultation, provide comments and endorse the proposed response (Report to follow).

 

Additional documents:

Minutes:

The Chairman requested that Members forward their suggestions regarding the consultation to Mrs Stevens which would either be incorporated into the response or Mrs Stevens would provide advice explaining the grounds for not incorporating suggestions.  Mrs Stevens confirmed that any suggestions would be required by 10March 2021.

11.

Chichester District Council Schedule of Planning Appeals, Court and Policy Matters between 13 January 2021 and 9 February 2021 pdf icon PDF 198 KB

The Planning Committee will consider the monthly schedule updating the position with regard to planning appeals, litigation and recent planning policy publications or pronouncements.

Minutes:

Members agreed to note this item.

 

12.

South Downs National Park Schedule of Planning Appeals, Court and Policy Matters between 13 January 2021 and 9 February 2021 pdf icon PDF 237 KB

The Planning Committee will consider the monthly schedule updating the position with regard to planning appeals, litigation and recent planning policy publications or pronouncements.

Minutes:

Members agreed to note this item.

13.

Consideration of any late items as follows:

The Planning Committee will consider any late items announced by the Chairman at the start of this meeting as follows:

 

a)    Items added to the agenda papers and made available for public inspection

b)    Items which the chairman has agreed should be taken as matters of urgency by reason of special circumstances to be reported at the meeting

Minutes:

There were no late items.

14.

Exclusion of the Press and Public

There are no restricted items for consideration.

Minutes:

There were no part two items.

 

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