Agenda and minutes

The minutes of the meeting held on 25 June 2015 were agreed as a correct record.

Apologies were received from Councillor Claire Farrier, Councillor Eva Greenspan and Councillor Mark Shooter, with Councillor Laurie Williams, Councillor Gabriel Rozenberg and Councillor Sury Khatri acting as substitutes respectively.

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The Committee received the report and Addendum report.

Representations were heard from Mrs Veronica Heaven, Mrs Silvia Cabrera, Councillor Nagus Narenthira and Mr James Moody (Applicant).

RESOLVED – To approve the application as per the officer’s report and Addendum report and subject to (i) referral to the Mayor of London (ii) completion of the Section 106 Agreement and (iii) the conditions set out in the report.

The votes were recorded as follows:

For: 6

Against: 0

Abstained: 5

The Committee received the report.

Representations were heard from Mr Birju Shah and from Mr Daniel Rosenfelder (Applicant).

RESOLVED – That the Assistant Director – Development Management and Building Control approve the planning application reference 15/00905/FUL under delegated powers and grant planning permission subject to the conditions set out in the report and any changes to the wording of the conditions considered necessary by the Assistant Director – Development Management and Building Control, and the following informatives:

INFORMATIVES:

It is recommended that the following informatives be included on the decision notice in respect of this application:

1. The erection of the Eruv structures (poles, leci, wires and any other associated works) on the highway would require a Highways Licence under the Highways Act 1980. This Licence would be subject to a number of conditions such as design, use of an approved contractor, indemnity insurance and a bond. If there are problems with any of these matters the licence would not be granted. The Highway Licence covers the proposal in terms of the positions of each pole and will check for any potential concerns, including impacts on clutter, sight lines, obstruction (this would be assessed in relation to all including the needs of disabled people), security and technical specification (including colour of poles and type of wire). The terms of the Licence require weekly inspections for the lifetime of the Eruv and the applicant must submit reports on the outcome of the inspection, any defects identified and actions taken to resolve. The Highways Group also charge an annual fee via the licence to carry out ad hoc inspections to ensure maintenance is being carried out.

2. Structures located on a footway or a footpath must allow for a minimum clearance of 1.5 metres for pedestrians. Location of any existing furniture in the vicinity must be taken into consideration to ensure that the minimum clearance required for pedestrians is not compromised.

3. In accordance with the general guidance given in the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2002, the applicant should ensure that structures located at the front of the kerb, on a verge or a footway should be a minimum of 0.45m away from the kerb line on borough roads and 0.6m on TLRN roads (trunk roads) to avoid damage and ensure safety.

4.  The applicant is advised that any structures to be sited within or project over adopted highway will require Licences under the Highways Act 1980 in addition to planning permission. The exact location and details of these structures will be agreed as part of the licensing process.  Please note that Licenses under the Highways Act 1980 will be issued for structures located on areas under the Local Authority’s responsibility.  For structures located in other areas, the applicant should seek an agreement with the land owner.  For structures impacting on adjacent boroughs, agreement must be sought from the relevant authorities.

5. The applicant is advised that on sites located on traffic sensitive routes, deliveries during the construction period should not take place  ...  view the full minutes text for item 8.

The Committee received the report.

RESOLVED – That the Assistant Director – Development Management and Building Control approve the planning application reference 15/01022/FUL under delegated powers and grant planning permission subject to the conditions set out in the report and any changes to the wording of the conditions considered necessary by the Assistant Director – Development Management and Building Control, and the following informatives:

INFORMATIVE:

It is recommended that the following informatives be included on the decision notice in respect of this application:

1. The erection of the Eruv structures (poles, wires and any other associated works) on the highway would require a Highways Licence under the Highways Act 1980. This Licence would be subject to a number of conditions such as design, use of an approved contractor, indemnity insurance and a bond. If there are problems with any of these matters the licence would not be granted. The Highway Licence covers the proposal in terms of the positions of each pole and will check for any potential concerns, including impacts on clutter, sight lines, obstruction (this would be assessed in relation to all including the needs of disabled people), security and technical specification (including colour of poles and type of wire). The terms of the Licence require weekly inspections for the lifetime of the Eruv and the applicant must submit reports on the outcome of the inspection, any defects identified and actions taken to resolve. The Highways Group also charge an annual fee via the licence to carry out ad hoc inspections to ensure maintenance is being carried out.

2. Structures located on a footway or a footpath must allow for a minimum clearance of 1.5 metres for pedestrians. Location of any existing furniture in the vicinity must be taken into consideration to ensure that the minimum clearance required for pedestrians is not compromised.

3. In accordance with the general guidance given in the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2002, the applicant should ensure that structures located at the front of the kerb, on a verge or a footway should be a minimum of 0.45m away from the kerb line on borough roads and 0.6m on TLRN roads (trunk roads) to avoid damage and ensure safety.

4. The applicant is advised that any structures to be sited within or project over  adopted highway will require Licences under the Highways Act 1980 in addition to planning permission. The exact location and details of these structures will be agreed as part of the licensing process.  Please note that Licenses under the Highways Act 1980 will be issued for structures located on areas under the Local Authority’s responsibility.  For structures located in other areas, the applicant should seek an agreement with the land owner.  For structures impacting on adjacent boroughs, agreement must be sought from the relevant authorities.

5. The applicant is advised that on sites located on traffic sensitive routes, deliveries during the construction period should not take place during restricted hours.

6. Any and all works carried out in pursuance of this grant of  ...  view the full minutes text for item 9.

The Committee had considered the Addendum circulated under this item under the relevant applications.

The Committee received the report and Addendum report.

RESOLVED – That the application be approved, subject to the conditions detailed in the report, the amendments in the Addendum and the following informative:

INFORMATIVE:

 1         In accordance with paragraphs 186 and 187 of the NPPF, the Local Planning Authority (LPA) takes a positive and proactive approach to development proposals, focused on solutions. The LPA has produced planning policies and written guidance to assist applicants when submitting applications. These are all available on the Council's website. The LPA has negotiated with the applicant/agent where necessary during the application process to ensure that the proposed development is in accordance with the Development Plan.

 2         Your attention is drawn to the need to provide facilities for the disabled, as set out in Building Regulation Part M Access & Facilities for Disabled Persons.  A copy of Part M is available via the Planning Portal at http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/buildingregulations/.

The votes were recorded as follows:

For: 11

Against: 0

Abstained: 0

The Committee received the report and Addendum report.

The Committee received representations from Mr Robert Husband.

RESOLVED – That the application be approved subject to the conditions set out in the report, the Addendum report and the following informatives:

INFORMATIVES:

 1         In accordance with paragraphs 186 and 187 of the NPPF, the Local Planning Authority (LPA) takes a positive and proactive approach to development proposals, focused on solutions. The LPA has produced planning policies and written guidance to assist applicants when submitting applications. These are all available on the Council's website. The LPA has negotiated with the applicant/agent where necessary during the application process to ensure that the proposed development is in accordance with the Development Plan.

 2         Applicants and agents are encouraged to sign up to the Considerate Contractors Scheme (www.ccscheme.org.uk) whereby general standards of work are raised and the condition and safety of the Borough's streets and pavements are improved.

 3         The applicant is advised that due to the large number of schools and school children in the area, site deliveries during the construction period should not take place between 0800hrs - 0900hrs and 1500hrs - 1600hrs. Careful consideration must also be given to the optimum routes for construction traffic and the Traffic and Development section should be consulted in this respect.

 4         Any and all works carried out in pursuance of this consent / notice will be subject to the duties, obligations and criminal offences contained in the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended). Failure to comply with the provisions of the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended) may result in a criminal prosecution.

The votes were recorded as follows:

For: 11

Against: 0

Abstained: 0

There were none.