Planning Committee Minutes – 12th October 2021

The Clerk has circulated a list of all recommendations made at the online meetings in June and July (see appendix A).

Cllr Capel proposed ratifying all recommendations, Cllr Oborn seconded, unanimously agreed.

Variation of Condition 1 of 20/01608/ROC to amend the plan numbers to make elevational and revised internal amendments

·         No objection unanimously agreed.  Clerk to take forward.

Clerk

Erection of two storey rear extension and single storey rear extension with other minor internal alterations and refurbishment works

·         No objection unanimously agreed.  Clerk to take forward.

Clerk

1 Oak: prune

·         The Clerk noted that the determination deadline for this applications is today.  Two of the four members who can vote have commented via email, stating that Bramley PC should defer to the tree officer’s opinion.  This was agreed by all members.

Certificate of lawful development for the erection of a single storey rear extension following demolition of existing conservatory

·         No objection unanimously agreed.  Clerk to take forward.

Clerk

Erection of single storey front and two storey rear extension following removal of existing conservatory

·         No objection unanimously agreed.  Clerk to take forward.

Clerk

Erection of single storey side extension, two storey front extension following demolition of single storey front extension, upgrading of external insulation, new fence and gate to front driveway plus changes to fenestration

·         The applicant spoke about the application.  He noted the house is old fashioned and not set up for modern living.  Updates are to do this without changing character of the cottage.  Existing tiles and windows are being re-used to make the extension look as though it has always been there.  They have tried to make it consistent with surrounding properties – pre-planning meetings have supported this.  A utility, ensuite bedroom and office is being added.  The footprint in increasing but not as much as it appears.  The architect has borne in mind the possible impact on neighbours.

·         A neighbour spoke about the application.  It has caused great stress to them.  There is no overlooking from the property at present – however, the proposals will overlook their garden.  They have tried to negotiate with the applicant, but the architect does not believe the overlooking will cause a problem.  The neighbours do not believe that the documents fully represent the scale of the impact.  They offered an invite to Cllrs to see the site themselves.  Proposals state that there is ample space for turning, they believe this is not the case – there is not now, and the proposals would not alter this.  They also stated that there are no other 2 storey front extensions in area.  The proposed extension will have a disproportionate impact on their privacy.

·         Members noted that there are no measurements of sightlines in the application, although the applicants say these have been measured.  This is also true for the turning space.

·         Members were unable to make an informed decision due to the lack of measurements and detail on sight lines on plans.  More detail is required before an informed decision can be made.  Possibly a site visit would be required.  Clerk to process.

Clerk

1 Sycamore: prune

·         Defer to tree officer unanimously agreed.  Clerk to process.

Clerk

White Beam (T1) is currently 12m tall and 6m wide, which will be reduced to 9m tall and 5m wide.

Field Maple (T2) is currently 10m tall and 13 metres wide which will be reduced to 8m tall and 10m wide.

Field Maple (T3) is currently 15m tall and 7m wide which will be reduced to 12m tall and 5m wide.

Field Maple (T4) is currently 18m tall and 7m wide which will be reduced to 15m tall and 5m wide.

·         Application form on portal is for a property in Dummer.

·         No decision due to incorrect information.  Clerk to liaise with Planning department.

Clerk

T/00519/21/TCA – Western Boundary Of 1 The Barracks Bramley Green

1 Goat willow: crown reduce all round by approx 2m leaving a finished height of approx 10m with a crown spread 6m

·         Defer to tree officer view unanimously agreed.  Clerk to process.

Clerk

These were noted.

No update at present, although this application is scheduled to be considered by the BDBC Development Control Committee in the autumn.

Update on Battery Installation application (21/00349/FUL)

This application was considered by the BDBC DC Committee on 6^th October, and planning permission was refused.  The refusal was on the grounds of the impact on the landscape.

No update at present on sewerage issues.

Clerk

i.            Annual Monitoring report – the draft NP Monitoring report has been received from BDBC for Bramley PC comment.  Cllr Bell will reply in due course.

Cllr Bell

Meeting closed at 8.00pm

G1: Leylandii: Group of 6 trees . Propose to remove and replant. Replace with a more suitable “garden” tree species (Acer spp.)

T1: Leylandii: Reasons as above G1

T2: Ash Twin stem: Propose to reduce lateral growth by 2m in directions and remove deadwood. Reduce the risk of partial, or total, limb failure.

T3: Lawson Cyprus: Propose complete removal. Proximity to thatched property, risk of roots encroaching to underground services. Propose to replant further away from the property with an ornamental tree species.

T4: Oak: Previously had pruning works undertaken on lateral growth adjacent the property. Proposal is to reduce this back to suitable growth points as previously done and remove deadwood.

T5: Thuja: Propose to crown lift up to 2m and reduce lateral growth by 1m in all directions. This is to prevent further lower growth from rooting around driveway and to enable good access into the driveway and manage its growing habit.

Defer to tree officer

Proposed conversion of existing garage to habitable space and further loft conversion for additional bedroom

No objection

Erection of single storey rear extension

No objection

Installation of a battery storage facility with associated works

Objection

T1, T2, T3 – Western Red Cedars: prune.

Variation of Section 106 agreement attached to 14/01075/OUT to enable the transfer of the Equipped play area, northern kick about and southern kick about areas to the existing management company instead of the Parish Council

Installation of renewable led energy generating station, comprising ground-mounted photovoltaic solar arrays, battery-based electricity storage containers together with substation, inverter/ transformer stations, site accesses, internal access tracks, security measures, access gates, other ancillary infrastructure, landscaping biodiversity enhancements including a Forest School, associated car parking and Nature Area

Variation of Section 106 agreement to modify the mortgagee in possession clause

Erection of 1no. dwelling and associated parking

Change of use of land to rear of 24 and 26 Taylor Drive and part of 22 Taylor Drive from amenity land to residential including planting of new hedge and erection of new 2m high fence

Conversion of loft to habitable space, including extension of existing hipped roof and addition of roof lights to the front and rear elevations

Variation of condition 1 of planning consent 20/03124/HSE (Two ground floor pitched roofed extensions) to allow removal of garage door and replaced with UPVC window in-line with remainder of house

Two storey side/rear extension to provide games and loft room

Reserved matters application for appearance, landscaping, layout and scale (pursuant to outline permission 20/01320/OUT for the demolition of existing stables and riding arena and the erection of 4 no. dwellings)

Proposed Garage and Garden Store with home office on first floor

Erection of single storey rear extension

Technical Details Consent for the erection of 6 no. residential units with associated access, parking, and landscaping, pursuant to Permission in Principle Approval Reference 19/01470/PIP for 4-6 no. residential units