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Agenda, decisions and minutes

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Contact: Emma Perry 

Items
No. Item

1.

Apologies for Absence

Minutes:

1.1 An apology for absence was received from Councillor Stauber.

 

1.2  An apology for lateness was received from Councillor Sharer.

 

2.

Members to Agree the Order of Business

Minutes:

3.

Declarations of Interest

Minutes:

3.1   Councillor Buitekant declared a personal, non-prejudicial interest in Item 8 - Avigdor Site, 65-67 Lordship Road, as he was a member of the Springfield Park Users Group and left the Chamber, as he had done so when it had been previously discussed.

 

3.2    Councillor Smith declared a non-prejudicial interest in Item 8: Avigdor Site, 65-67 Lordship Road, as her partner was the Council appointed representative on the management board of Agudas Israel Housing Association.

 

3.3  Councillor Stops declared a personal, non-prejudicial interest in Item 10 – James TaylorBuilding, as he had met Matthew Evans, agent, on previous Members’ Site Tours.

 

3.4  Councillor Sharer declared a prejudicial interest in Item 11 – Hanover in Hackney Planning Applications, as he had previously expressed an opinion on these applications being considered together and left the Chamber during the discussion of the items.

 

4.

Minutes of the Previous Meeting - 24 July 2008 pdf icon PDF 288 KB

Decision:

 

RESOLVED – that the minutes of the meeting on 24 July 2008 be APPROVED as a true and accurate record, subject to the following amendment:

 

§  Item 6, resolution – delete the words …’in it’s current location’.

 

Minutes:

4.1   The Chair informed the Committee that he had received a number of representations from interested parties regarding the accuracy of the minutes, particularly in relation to Item 6 – Land Fronting Worship Street & Norton Folgate.  He stated that he believed the minutes were an accurate record of the meeting, subject to the words ‘in it’s current location’ being deleted from the resolution.  This was seconded by the Members of the Sub-Committee.  It was therefore:-

 

RESOLVED – that the minutes of the meeting on 24 July 2008 be APPROVED as a true and accurate record, subject to the following amendment:

 

§  Item 6, resolution – delete the words …’in it’s current location’.

 

5.

Minutes of the Previous Meeting - 4 August 2008 pdf icon PDF 411 KB

Decision:

RESOLVED – that the minutes of the special meeting on 4 August be APPROVED as a true and accurate record, subject to the following amendments:

 

§  Item 11, paragraph 11.5 – add the word ‘beer’ garden.

§  Item 12, paragraph 12.12 – Following the discussion, Councillor Hanson proposed a motion that the application be deferred to give the Applicant a chance to amend the application with a very strong indication from the Committee that any further submission to the Committee should be a scheme that provides an additional bathroom and for the Planning Officer to provide a definitive position on the number of bathrooms per unit ratio, required by either guidance or regulation.  This was seconded by Councillor Webb.

 

Minutes:

5.1    RESOLVED – that the minutes of the special meeting on 4 August be APPROVED as a true and accurate record, subject to the following amendments:

 

§  Item 11, paragraph 11.5 – add the word ‘beer’ garden.

§  Item 12, paragraph 12.12 – Following the discussion, Councillor Hanson proposed a motion that the application be deferred to give the Applicant a chance to amend the application with a very strong indication from the Committee that any further submission to the Committee should be a scheme that provides an additional bathroom and for the Planning Officer to provide a definitive position on the number of bathrooms per unit ratio, required by either guidance or regulation.  This was seconded by Councillor Webb.

 

6.

Senate House, Tyssen Street, Dalston, E8 2ND:2007/1844 pdf icon PDF 173 KB

Decision:

 

RESOLVED that:-

 

A.  Permission be GRANTED, subject to conditions.

 

B.  The above recommendation be subject to the applicant, the landowners and their mortgagees entering into a deed of planning obligation by means of a Section 106 Agreement of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended), in order to secure the following matters to the satisfaction of the Corporate Director of Neighbourhoods and Regeneration and the Interim Corporate Director Legal and Democratic Services

 

Minutes:

Demolition of existing building on the site and erection of a four storey building and a five storey building to facilitate a mixed use development consisting of 28 residential units (18 x two bed, 4 x three bed and 6 x four bed) and 1173 sq metres of commercial floor space (use class B1) and associated landscaping.

 

6.1  The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the agenda.

 

6.2  The agents were in attendance to answer any questions that arose.

 

6.3  Reference was made to the only mature tree in Ramsgate? and it was explained that it was located outside of the boundary area and that it had already been taken down.  This was an issue for Thetford Homes.

 

6.4  In response to a query from the Chair regarding the quality of the yellow stock bricks proposed, the agent stated that they were keen to provide a high quality building with the highest quality materials. 

 

6.5  Councillor Desmond referred to the issue of car parking, as the scheme was allocated as a car free development and whether the development was located within a Controlled Parking Zone.  The applicant confirmed that the development was not located within a CPZ and that it was a car free development.  They added that there were good public transport links in the area.

 

6.6  The Chair referred to the streetlamps and whether these could be placed on the proposed building, in order to help de-clutter the area.  The applicant welcomed this proposal.  The Chair requested that this be added as an additional condition.  This was AGREED.

 

6.7  In response to a query from the Chair regarding rain water harvesting, the agent stated that they would be providing a green roof and amenity space.  The Chair requested that an additional condition be added for best endeavours for rain water harvesting to be included in the scheme.  This was AGREED.

 

RESOLVED that:-

 

(A) Permission be GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:

 

1.  SCBO – In accordance with plans

The Development hereby permitted shall only be carried out and completed strictly in accordance with the submitted plans hereby approved and any subsequent approval of details.

 

REASON: To ensure that the development hereby permitted is carried out in full accordance with the plans hereby approved.

 

2.  SCB1N - Commencement within three years

The development hereby permitted must be begun not later than three years after the date of this permission.

 

REASON: In order to comply with the provisions of Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended.

 

3.  SCM2 - Materials to be approved

Details, including samples, of all materials to be used on the external surfaces of the building and boundary walls shall be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, in writing, before any work commences on site. The development shall not be carried out otherwise than in accordance with the details thus approved.

 

REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not  ...  view the full minutes text for item 6.

7.

Babik House, 124 - 130 Shacklewell Lane, London, E8 2EJ: 2007/2931 pdf icon PDF 211 KB

Decision:

 

RESOLVED that:

 

A.  Permission be APPROVED, subject to appropriate conditions and the applicant entering into a deed of planning obligation by means of Section 106 Agreement of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 to secure matters.

 

B.  The above recommendation be subject to the applicant, the landowners and their mortgagees enter into a deed of planning obligation by means of a Section 106 Agreement of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) in order to secure the following matters to the satisfaction of the Assistant Director of Planning and Transportation and the Interim Corporate Director Legal and Democratic Services

 

C.  In the event of the Section 106 agreement referred to in Recommendation B has not been completed by 22 December 2005, the Interim Head of Regulatory Services be given the authority to refuse the application.

 

 

Minutes:

Erection of a part 4 and part 5 storey plus basement mixed use development to provide 650 sq m Class B1 floorspace on the ground floor and basement and 34 residential units comprising 5x1 bed, 17x2 bed, 8x3 bed, 3x4 bed and 1x5 bed flats with balconies, together with the provision of bin stores and cycle spaces and landscaping.

 

Resubmission of previously approved application 2006/2342 involving the following changes:

 

1.  Removal of basement car park, increase in B1 floorspace by 36 m² and

2.  Elevational alterations involving a) the realignment of the eastern wall at ground floor level, b) minor realignments of windows, c) the location of exits from the car lift.

3.  Variation of planning condition 6 "provision of residential parking facilities"

4.  Removal of condition no’s 5 "forward vehicle ingress/ egress only", 8 "adequate visibility to entrance", 9 "adequate visibility along frontage", 12 "no extraneous pipework", 18 "provision of mechanical ventilation equipment from car park".

 

7.1  The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the report.

 

7.2  There being no questions from Members, the Chair moved to the vote.

 

Unanimously RESOLVED that:

 

(A) Permission be APPROVED, subject to appropriate conditions and the applicant entering into a deed of planning obligation by means of Section 106 Agreement of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 to secure matters set out below:

 

1.  (SCB1N) ‘The development hereby permitted must be begun not later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this permission.

 

REASON: In order to comply with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning Act 990 as amended.’

 

2.  (SCD1) ‘A level access shall be provided to all ground floor units/shops hereby approved before the use is first commenced.

 

REASON: In order to ensure that people with disabilities are able to gain proper access to the development.’

 

3.  (SCD2) ‘All provisions and facilities to be made for people with disabilities as shown on the plans and details hereby approved shall be implemented in full to the satisfaction of the Local Planning Authority before the use is first commenced.

REASON:  In order to ensure that access and facilities for people with disabilities are provided in order that they make full use of the development.’

 

4.  (SCH4) ‘All vehicles shall enter and leave the site only in a forward direction.

 

REASON: In the interests of road safety generally and avoidance of obstruction of the highway.’

 

5.  (SCH6) ‘The whole of the car parking accommodation hereby approved shall be provided before the occupation of any of the approved units, and retained permanently for the accommodation of vehicles for purposes incidental to the enjoyment of the residential accommodation.

 

REASON: To ensure that the proposed development does not prejudice the free flow of traffic or public safety along the adjoining highway, to ensure the permanent retention of the car parking accommodation and to safeguard the environment of the area.’

 

6.  (SCH10) ‘Space shall be made available for the secure parking of 38  ...  view the full minutes text for item 7.

8.

Avigdor Site, 65-67 Lordship Road, London, N16 0QY: 2007/1173 pdf icon PDF 91 KB

Decision:

 

RESOLVED that -

 

The S106 Agreement be worded as follows

 

Side by side covenants with the Council that within twelve months of the signing of this legal agreement, it shall either:

 

a)  Provide the Council with a confirmation that works are to begin on the permanent school, with a date specifying when works are to begin; or

b)  Submit an application for temporary planning permission for a temporary school, and stipulating when the school shall be completed.

 

The occupation of the final 20% of the affordable housing provision shall be restricted until the temporary school is fully located on site or the contracts have been let for building works to begin.

 

Side by Side, upon entering into a works contract for the permanent school, will provide Hackney with a programme of the works and evidence of their funding for the construction phase.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Minutes:

(Councillor Buitekant left the meeting for the hearing of this item.) 

 

(Councillor Hanson did not take part in the discussion of this item, as she was not present at the previous meeting where the item was discussed.)

 

8.1  The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the report.

 

8.2    The Chair clarified that this application had previously been granted planning permission and that the report was dealing purely with the wording for the Section 106 agreement.  The Chair added that there was some disagreement regarding the minutes from the meeting held in February 2008 and the agreement made on the phasing of the development.  He asked for the Members that were in attendance at that meeting to provide their understanding of what was agreed.

 

8.3  Discussion took place on the phasing of the development and the general consensus was that the school should be built and not just housing.  The Chair summed up by stating that the Sub-Committees’ clear understanding was for the whole of the scheme to be built out, in accordance with the plans.

 

8.4  Councillor Tesler raised concern about the phasing of the development, as he felt that the housing should not be restricted by the building of the school and it was his understanding that the clause did not state that the school should be built first.

 

8.5  The Interim Head of Regulatory Services referred to paragraph 1.2 of the report, which detailed the previously agreed clause relating to the building of the school and the residential units in the legal agreement.  This was AGREED.  

 

8.6  Rob Cotterill, spoke in objection of the scheme, his comments are summarised as follows:

 

§  Representative from Avigdor Futures, which represent approximately 250 people.

§  Want less intensive development.

§  The development should be centred around the school.

§  The school is too tall.

§  Side by Side may not raise enough money to build the school.

§  Felt that the school was proposed just to receive planning permission for the housing on the site.

§  Pre-text to build more housing.

§  The full school should be built, not just a temporary school. 

 

8.7  Ita Symons, Agudas Israel Housing Association Ltd, spoke in response to the clause, her comments are summarised as follows:

 

§  Made to feel like criminals, as they were asked where the money would be coming from.

§  Meetings had taken place two years ago and a mixed use development had always been discussed.

§  Provided a commitment that Side by Side would raise the money.

§  The clauses set out in paragraph 1.7 are too stringent.

 

8.8  The Interim Head of Regulatory Services referred to paragraph 1.5 of the report, which detailed the previously agreed clause in the legal agreement and the suggested clause put forward by the applicants.  Following discussion with Council Officers, it had been considered that there should be more constraint in the clause to ensure the provision of a school on site. 

 

8.9  Paragraph 1.7 detailed revised wording  ...  view the full minutes text for item 8.

9.

Olympics and Paralympics Site - Hackney and adjoining Boroughs: Land between River Lea Navigation, A12 East Cross Route, River Lea and Silverlink Railway Line, Homerton, London, E9:2008/1842 pdf icon PDF 112 KB

Decision:

RESOLVED that:

 

Overall, the London Borough of Hackney (LBH) supports the Games Mode Loop Road configuration but objects to several matters regarding indicative legacy road configurations

 

 

Minutes:

Observations to the Olympic Development Authority (ODA) regarding the full planning application for the construction of sections of the Loop Road (including venue drop off areas, secondary roads and utility corridors).

 

9.1  The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out  in the report.

 

9.2  Councillor Boyd spoke in support of the Officer’s report, her comments are summarised as follows:-

 

§   In support of the Planning Officer’s report.

§   The main concerns from Hackney Wick ward Councillors was regarding the lack of separation in the area.

§   Congratulated the hard work of Planning Officers in scrutinising the Olympics reports.

 

9.3  The Chair informed the Committee that the next ODA Committee meeting was being held on 23 September, which he was unable to attend and invited Councillor Boyd to attend in his place. 

 

RESOLVED that:

 

Overall, the London Borough of Hackney (LBH) supports the Games Mode Loop Road configuration but objects to several matters regarding indicative legacy road configurations.

 

1.  The Council supports the principle of the proposed Games Mode Loop Road.

 

2  The Council raise the following objections with regard to the proposed proposal:

 

3.  The LBH objects to the inclusion of ‘Indicative Legacy Transformation Roads’ on the submitted plans.  Removal of these from the plans will remove any pre-empting of Legacy roads and allow a thorough development of the road network through the LMF;

 

4.  The LBH objects to the Legacy Transformation Road to east of Handball Arena being dual carriageway.  The LBH would like to see this road downgraded and aligned in such a way to discourage high levels of fast moving traffic;

 

5.  The LBH objects to the indicative legacy transformation road at the access to Eastway and A12 Lea Interchange.  This formation indicates a division of this portion of the site with the potential to create a development platform;

 

6.  The LBH objects to the North East Access to Stratford City being temporary.  This access needs to be permanent and is considered a vital link to Stratford City;

 

7.  The LBH objects to the proposed Utilities Corridors.  The approval of these corridors will pre-determine where the Legacy road network will be located with little chance of amendment once utilities/infrastructure has been installed. 

 

8.  The LBH objects to the Utility Corridor shown near to the A12 Lea Interchange on a road alignment that has not been agreed. 

 

 

Councillor Tesler left the meeting after this item.

10.

James Taylor Building, Collent Street, London, E9 6SG: 2008/1006 pdf icon PDF 231 KB

Decision:

 

RESOLVED that:

 

A.  Permission be GRANTED, subject to conditions.

 

B.  The above recommendation be subject to the applicant, the landowners and their mortgagees enter into a deed of planning obligation by means of a Section 106 Agreement of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) in order to secure the following matters to the satisfaction of the Assistant Director of Regeneration and Planning and the Interim Corporate Director Legal and Democratic Services.

 

 

Minutes:

Demolition of existing community centre and part of existing warehouses, and erection of part four, part five, part six, part ten storey (29.42m) building containing 1150sqm basement and ground floor commercial space (use class B1/D1), with 69 residential units above (one studio, six one-bedroom flats, 38 two-bedroom flats, 16 three-bedroom flats and 8 four-bedroom flats) and 15 basement parking spaces, together with the erection of a single-storey replacement community centre (325sqm D1) set within new landscaped open space on Brooksbank Street. (Revised description)

 

10.1  The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the report.

 

10.2  Verity Hawkes, spoke in objection of the scheme, her comments are summarised as follows:

 

§  A petition with 20 signatures had been submitted to the planning department.

§  It was felt that the planning procedure was complicated and they were unaware how to object to the resubmitted application.

§  Object to the ten storey proposal, which would tower over the other properties in the street, with a maximum of five storeys.

§  Destroy the views and quality of life of neighbouring residents.

§  Proposed development was out of character with the surrounding area.

§  Proposed development will create congestion, as car parking had already reached capacity in the area.

§  The majority of properties in the vicinity were privately owned, was it appropriate to introduce social housing.

§  The James Taylor building was in good condition, the potential of this building for redevelopment was not being utilised.

§  Need to save the wildlife on the existing site.

§  There was already a need for a community centre, so this was not viewed as a benefit to local residents.

 

10.3  Matthew Lloyd, agent, spoke in support of the scheme, his comments are summarised as follows:

 

§  A large amount of pre-application negotiations had take place to provide a better design.

§  The previous application submitted did not include the community centre.

§  There will not be an increase in the number of car parking spaces already provided.

§  A large number of the 39 social housing units have 4 beds, which meets the need within the area.

§  It was proposed to retain the beautiful brickwork fascade along Cresset road.

§  An eco report will be undertaken.

§  The current community centre was not purpose made, this will be replaced with a tailor-made centre.

10.4  At this point the Chair declared a personal, non-prejudicial interest as Matthew Lloyd has been in attendance at previous Members’ Site Visits.

 

10.5  In response to a question regarding paragraph 8.3.15, the Principal Solicitor explained that whichever application was implemented first could be built out.  The Planning Officer added that there was currently an overlap between this application and a previous appeal.

 

10.6  The Chair made reference to paragraph 6.3.7 and the use of bamboo as a screen against the north elevation to the rear garden of 8 Collent Street and whether this was a permanent form of screening.  The Planning Officer stated that the materials were  ...  view the full minutes text for item 10.

11.

HANOVER IN HACKNEY PLANNING APPLICATIONS - INTRODUCTION pdf icon PDF 81 KB

12.

A. Appleton Court, 5 Marcon Place, London: 2007/2975 pdf icon PDF 140 KB

Decision:

RESOLVED that –

 

Permission (ref. 2007/2975 – Appleton Court) be GRANTED, subject to conditions.

 

Minutes:

Demolition of existing single storey common room and the erection of two x 4 storey extensions comprising 14 sheltered units of accommodation (four x 1 bed and ten x 2 bed), new common room and associated landscaping including allotment courtyard and twelve private flats (one x 1 bed and eleven x 2 bed).

 

a.1    The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the report.

 

a.2   In response to a question from the Chair, the applicants confirmed that the disabled parking was now located on the street and not on the walkway.

 

    Councillor Smith abstained from the vote.

 

    RESOLVED that:

 

Permission (ref. 2007/2975 – Appleton Court) be GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:

 

  1.  SCB0 – Development in accordance with plans

  The development hereby permitted shall only be carried out and completed strictly in accordance with the submitted plans hereby approved and any subsequent approval of details.

 

  REASON: To ensure that the development hereby permitted is carried out in full accordance with the plans hereby approved.

 

  2.  SCB1 – Commencement within three years

The development hereby permitted must be begun not later than three years after the date of this permission.

 

REASON: In order to comply with the provisions of Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended.

 

3.  SCM6 – Materials to be approved (entire site)

    Details, including samples, of materials to be used on the external surfaces of the building, boundary walls and ground surfaces shall be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, in writing, before any work commences on site. The development shall not be carried out otherwise than in accordance with the details thus approved.

 

    REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

  4.  SCM7 – Details to be approved

Detailed drawings/full particulars of the proposed development showing the matters set out below must be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, in writing, before any work is commenced. The development shall not be carried out otherwise than in accordance with the details thus approved.

 

·  Polished stone cladding and unpolished stone cladding details.

·    Glass and metal balustrade details.

·    Metal cladding details.

·    Perforated coreten steel panel details.

 

REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

5.  SCM9 – No extraneous pipework

No soil stacks, soil vent pipes, flues, ductwork or any other pipework shall be fixed to the (street) elevations of the building other than as shown on the drawings hereby approved.

 

REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

  6.  SCT1 – Landscaping scheme to be approved

A landscaping scheme illustrated on detailed drawings shall be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, in writing, before any work commences on site, for  ...  view the full minutes text for item 12.

13.

B. Plumpton Lodge, 59 Caldecott Way, London: 2007/2979 pdf icon PDF 138 KB

Decision:

RESOLVED that:

 

Permission (ref. 2007/2979 – Plumpton Lodge) be GRANTED, subject to conditions.

Minutes:

Demolition of existing single storey communal lounge and 2 storey wardens flat and the erection of one x 4 and one x 5 storey extensions to provide 10 shared ownership flats (5 x 1 bed, 5 x 2 bed), and seven units of sheltered accommodation (one x 1 bed and six x 2 bed), communal lounge with conservatory, together with associated landscaping.

 

b.1    The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the report.

 

b.2    Miss Johnson, spoke in objection of the scheme, her comments are summarised as follows:

 

§  Noise impact on the estate, only adding to the existing problem.

§  Views of neighbouring properties obscured.

§  Issue of overlooking.

§  Need to enforce the usage of the amenity area.

§  Concern over the mix of residents, as currently predominately sheltered housing, especially with the communal lounge.

§  Effect on the existing tenants, any compensation?

§  Concern regarding hours of work.

§  Style and design of the development is too contemporary for the surrounding area.

 

b.3    The applicants spoke in support of the scheme, their comments are summarised as follows:

 

§  The development will be built in accordance with the considerate contractors scheme.

§  The issue of overlooking has been looked at in the revised scheme.

§  No extra parking has been provided to existing numbers.

 

b.4    In response to a query from the Chair, it was confirmed that the communal areas would not be used by residents of the privately owned flats.

 

b.5    Councillor Desmond made reference to paragraph 6.3.5 of the report and the Sustainability & Design Manager explained that all of the schemes were different and that the materials proposed for this development followed the existing design of the property.

 

b.6  Councillor Hanson referred to paragraph 6.8.4 and asked who owned the six existing car parking spaces.  It was understood that the six spaces had been allocated to Hanover in Hackney upon transfer.  This was to be investigated.

 

b.7  Councillor Webb requested that one of the car parking spaces be allocated for a car club scheme.  This was AGREED.

 

 

    Councillor Smith abstained from the vote.

 

RESOLVED that:

 

Permission (ref. 2007/2979 – Plumpton Lodge) be GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:

 

1.  SCB0 – Development in accordance with plans

  The development hereby permitted shall only be carried out and completed strictly in accordance with the submitted plans hereby approved and any subsequent approval of details.

 

  REASON: To ensure that the development hereby permitted is carried out in full accordance with the plans hereby approved.

 

2.  SCB1 – Commencement within three years

The development hereby permitted must be begun not later than three years after the date of this permission.

 

REASON: In order to comply with the provisions of Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended.

 

  3.  SCM6 – Materials to be approved (entire site)

  Details, including samples, of materials to be used on the external surfaces of the building, boundary walls and ground surfaces shall be submitted to and approved by the  ...  view the full minutes text for item 13.

14.

C. Keswick Lodge, Cumberland Close, London: 2007/2982 pdf icon PDF 138 KB

Decision:

 

RESOLVED that:

 

Permission (ref. 2007/2982 – Keswick Lodge) be GRANTED, subject to conditions.

 

Minutes:

Demolition of existing single storey communal lounge and two storey wardens flat and the erection of two x 4 storey buildings to facilitate four x 1 bed sheltered flats, one x 1 bed, six x 2 bed and one x 3 bed private flats and the erection of a single storey communal lounge building with associated landscaping.

 

c.1    The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the report.

 

c.2    Councillor Buitekant referred to paragraph 4.6.2 of the report and asked whether the London Fire & Emergency would need to be satisfied before any permission was granted.  The Planning Officer stated that an informative could be added to ensure that the London Fire & Emergency were satisfied before any permission was granted.  This was AGREED.

 

Councillor Smith abstained from the vote.

 

RESOLVED that:

 

Permission (ref. 2007/2982 – Keswick Lodge) be GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:

 

  1.  SCB0 – Development in accordance with plans

  The development hereby permitted shall only be carried out and completed strictly in accordance with the submitted plans hereby approved and any subsequent approval of details.

 

  REASON: To ensure that the development hereby permitted is carried out in full accordance with the plans hereby approved.

 

  2.  SCB1 – Commencement within three years

The development hereby permitted must be begun not later than three years after the date of this permission.

 

REASON: In order to comply with the provisions of Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended.

 

  3.  SCM6 – Materials to be approved (entire site)

  Details, including samples, of materials to be used on the external surfaces of the building, boundary walls and ground surfaces shall be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, in writing, before any work commences on site. The development shall not be carried out otherwise than in accordance with the details thus approved.

 

  REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

  4.  SCM7 – Details to be approved

Detailed drawings/full particulars of the proposed development showing the matters set out below must be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, in writing, before any work is commenced. The development shall not be carried out otherwise than in accordance with the details thus approved.

 

·   Western red cedar cladding details.

·  High density timber panels.

·  Perforated high density timber panels.

·  Brickwork with recessed mortar joints.

 

REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

  5.  SCM9 – No extraneous pipework

No soil stacks, soil vent pipes, flues, ductwork or any other pipework shall be fixed to the (street) elevations of the building other than as shown on the drawings hereby approved.

 

REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

    6.  SCT1 – Landscaping scheme to be  ...  view the full minutes text for item 14.

15.

D. Newnton Close, Woodberry Down Estate, London: 2007/3000 pdf icon PDF 138 KB

Decision:

RESOLVED that:

 

Permission (ref. 2007/3000 – Newnton Close) be GRANTED, subject to conditions.

 

Minutes:

Erection of a single storey extension, two x 3 storey extensions and one x 5 storey extension to create 4 x 1 bedroom units of sheltered accommodation and 15 private dwellings (four x 1 bed, seven x 2 bed, four x 3 bed) and associated internal and external works.

 

d.1    The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the report.

 

d.2    Concern was raised about the density of the proposed development but it was explained that the number of units was within guidance.

 

Councillor Smith abstained from the vote.

 

RESOLVED that:

 

Permission (ref. 2007/3000 – Newnton Close) be GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:

 

  1.  SCB0 – Development in accordance with plans

  The development hereby permitted shall only be carried out and completed strictly in accordance with the submitted plans hereby approved and any subsequent approval of details.

 

  REASON: To ensure that the development hereby permitted is carried out in full accordance with the plans hereby approved.

 

  2.  SCB1 – Commencement within three years

The development hereby permitted must be begun not later than three years after the date of this permission.

 

REASON: In order to comply with the provisions of Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended.

 

  3.  SCM6 – Materials to be approved (entire site)

  Details, including samples, of materials to be used on the external surfaces of the building, boundary walls and ground surfaces shall be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, in writing, before any work commences on site. The development shall not be carried out otherwise than in accordance with the details thus approved.

 

  REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

  4.  SCM7 – Details to be approved

Detailed drawings/full particulars of the proposed development showing the matters set out below must be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, in writing, before any work is commenced. The development shall not be carried out otherwise than in accordance with the details thus approved.

·  Glass and timber balustrade details.

·  Timber shutter details.

·  Railing details.

·  Horizontal timber slats door details.

·  Vertical timber slats door details.

 

REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

5.  SCM9 – No extraneous pipework

No soil stacks, soil vent pipes, flues, ductwork or any other pipework shall be fixed to the (street) elevations of the building other than as shown on the drawings hereby approved.

 

REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

    6.  SCT1 – Landscaping scheme to be approved

A landscaping scheme illustrated on detailed drawings shall be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, in writing, before any work commences on site, for the planting of trees and shrubs showing species, type of  ...  view the full minutes text for item 15.

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E. Bayton Court, Lansdowne Drive, London: 2007/3012 pdf icon PDF 139 KB

Decision:

RESOLVED that:

 

Permission (ref. 2007/3012 – Bayton Court) be GRANTED, subject to conditions.

 

 

Minutes:

Demolition of existing sheltered accommodation block and the erection of a part 3/part 5 storey building to facilitate four x 2 bed flats and 16 x 4 bed town houses with associated landscaping.

 

e.1      The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the report.

 

e.2    Catherine Vase, spoke in support of the scheme, her comments are summarised as follows:

 

§  A petition with 60 signatures had been submitted.

§  The consultation process was inadequate.

§  Loss of grass areas.

§  Concern over the increased level of parking.

§  Loss of light, privacy and views over London Fields.

§  Noise pollution.

§  New scheme would cause overcrowding and represents overdevelopment.

§  Site ownership had not been agreed and it was unclear who was responsible for the maintenance/landscaping and it was requested that a clause be added to cover this.

§  During the construction phase, asked that residents to given a contact number for any issues/concerns.

 

e.3    Councillor Price also spoke in objection to the scheme, on behalf of residents, his comments are summarised as follows:

 

§  Received a large number of concerns from residents of Bayton Court. 

§  What are the benefits for existing residents, only loss of amenities?  Important that residents are made aware of the benefits/loses.

§  Increased noise.

§  Loss of views for approximately 50 flats.

§  Loss of green space and quality of life.

§  Density of the scheme.

§  Suggested continued partnership with the developers.

 

e.4  The applicants responded to the concerns raised, their comments are summarised as follows:

 

§  Good quality soft furnishes, lighting and materials being used.

§  A number of measures were being used to reduce the noise pollution generated including the use of shrubs and trees, timber cladding and a wide mixture of landscaping.

§  The footprint of the proposed development is smaller than the existing buildings.

§  Reciprocating the context of the existing buildings.

§  The applicants wish to work with the residents and adhere to the considerate construction scheme.

 

e.5    Councillor Desmond raised the issue of maintenance and landscaping and the Interim Head of Regulatory Services stated that there was a ten year maintenance programme included in the conditions.

 

e.6    Councillor Hanson asked whether any of the Section 106 money could be allocated to any of the issues identified.  The Planning Officer stated that the S106 money was to be allocated to all of the Hanover in Hackney applications, however these were S106 Officers at the Council that would deal with such requests.

 

e.7    The Chair requested that the number of car parking spaces be halved and replaced with more green space.  The applicants indicated that they would look favourably at this proposal.  This was AGREED.

 

e.8    Councillor Webb requested that one of the car parking spaces be allocated for a car club scheme.  This was AGREED.

 

e.9    Councillor Price referred to the issue of site ownership and the Planning Officer stated that this was not a planning consideration.

 

Councillor Smith abstained from the vote.

 

RESOLVED that:

 

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F. 2-20 Lauriston, London: 2007/2972 pdf icon PDF 131 KB

Decision:

     RESOLVED that:

 

Permission (ref. 2007/2972 – 2-20 Lauriston Road) be GRANTED, subject to conditions.

 

Minutes:

Erection of detached three-storey building fronting Holcroft Road to provide 3 x 4 bed houses and landscaping to existing sheltered housing including new garden pavilion.

 

f.1    The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the report.  Reference was made to the addendum, as a petition of objection signed by 25 people had been received since the report had been produced.  

 

f.2    Susan Pomeroy, spoke in objection of the scheme, her comments are summarised as follows:

 

§  A petition was submitted on the 14 August which had not been included in the report.  The local residents had also not been notified that the item was being discussed at Committee.

§  Understand the need for larger units.

§  The proposed development was not in keeping with the surrounding area, too bold and contemporary.

§  Feel too many applications to be considered collectively.  Each should be assessed on their individual merits.

§  Needs of existing residents not being taken into consideration.

§  Already 6 flats sharing the space, this will increase to 12.

§  Loss of amenity space and mature trees.

§  Ask for Hanover in Hackney to consider a more modest proposal.

§  Already difficult to park in Lauriston Road.

§  Private housing not suitable with the existing sheltered housing.

 

f.3    The applicants responded to the concerns raised, their comments are summarised as follows:

 

§  Consulted widely, both this year and last year and met with Planning Officers on-site.

§  Following consultation, the footprint was reduced, along with the height of the properties and the inclusion of the pavilion feature in the garden.

§  Surveillance proposed.

§  Issue of overlooking – mitigated with the use of timber slats, which also help to reduce noise pollution.

 

f.4    The number of car spaces was confirmed as three, following a query from Councillor Webb.

 

Councillor Smith abstained from the vote.

 

    RESOLVED that:

 

Permission (ref. 2007/2972 – 2-20 Lauriston Road) be GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:

 

1.  SCB0 – Development in accordance with plans

  The development hereby permitted shall only be carried out and completed strictly in accordance with the submitted plans hereby approved and any subsequent approval of details.

 

  REASON: To ensure that the development hereby permitted is carried out in full accordance with the plans hereby approved.

 

  2.  SCB1 – Commencement within three years

The development hereby permitted must be begun not later than three years after the date of this permission.

 

REASON: In order to comply with the provisions of Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended.

 

  3.  SCM6 – Materials to be approved (entire site)

  Details, including samples, of materials to be used on the external surfaces of the building, boundary walls and ground surfaces shall be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, in writing, before any work commences on site. The development shall not be carried out otherwise than in accordance with the details thus approved.

 

  REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory  ...  view the full minutes text for item 17.

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G. Benabo Court, Ferncliff Road, London, E8 2JL: 2007/2976 pdf icon PDF 130 KB

Decision:

 

    RESOLVED that:

 

Permission (ref. 2007/2976 – Benabo Court) be GRANTED, subject to conditions.

Minutes:

Erection of a four storey building fronting Sandringham Road to provide 8 x 2 bed units.  Internal alterations involving conversion of offices to new 1 bed sheltered flat and conversion wardens flat to 2, one bed sheltered flats relocation of existing sheltered communal lounge and new conservatory.

 

g.1    The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the report. 

 

g.2    The Chair raised the issue of fly parking, as he was concerned that the landscaping would be used as parking.  

 

g.3  Following a query regarding the high fencing on the corner of Ferncliff Road, it was confirmed that this fencing would be applied to all of the boundary walls.

 

Councillor Smith abstained from the vote.

 

    RESOLVED that:

 

Permission (ref. 2007/2976 – Benabo Court) be GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:

 

1.  SCB0 – Development in accordance with plans

  The development hereby permitted shall only be carried out and completed strictly in accordance with the submitted plans hereby approved and any subsequent approval of details.

 

  REASON: To ensure that the development hereby permitted is carried out in full accordance with the plans hereby approved.

 

  2.  SCB1 – Commencement within three years

The development hereby permitted must be begun not later than three years after the date of this permission.

 

REASON: In order to comply with the provisions of Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended.

 

  3.  SCM6 – Materials to be approved (entire site)

  Details, including samples, of materials to be used on the external surfaces of the building, boundary walls and ground surfaces shall be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, in writing, before any work commences on site. The development shall not be carried out otherwise than in accordance with the details thus approved.

 

  REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

 

  4.  SCM7 – Details to be approved

Detailed drawings/full particulars of the proposed development  showing the matters set out below must be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, in writing, before any work is commenced. The development shall not be carried out otherwise than in accordance with the details thus approved.

·  Balustrade details 

·  Timber cladding details 

·  Paving details

 

REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

  5.  SCM9 – No extraneous pipework

No soil stacks, soil vent pipes, flues, ductwork or any other pipework shall be fixed to the (street) elevations of the building other than as shown on the drawings hereby approved.

 

REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

  6.  SCT2 – Provision of landscaping as approved

The landscaping hereby approved as part of the development shall be carried out within a period of twelve months from the date on  ...  view the full minutes text for item 18.

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H. 303 Green Lanes, London: 2007/2977 pdf icon PDF 131 KB

Decision:

 

 

    RESOLVED that:

 

Permission (ref. 2007/2977 – 303 Green Lanes) be GRANTED, subject to conditions.

 

 

 

 

Minutes:

Erection of a single-storey four bed dwelling unit in rear garden of existing sheltered housing at 303 Green Lanes and associated landscaping.

 

h.1    The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the report. 

 

h.2    There being no questions from Members, the Chair moved to the vote.

 

Councillor Smith abstained from the vote.

 

     RESOLVED that:

 

Permission (ref. 2007/2977 – 303 Green Lanes) be GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:

 

  1.  SCB0 – Development in accordance with plans

  The development hereby permitted shall only be carried out and completed strictly in accordance with the submitted plans hereby approved and any subsequent approval of details.

 

    REASON: To ensure that the development hereby permitted is carried out in full accordance with the plans hereby approved.

 

  2.  SCB1 – Commencement within three years

The development hereby permitted must be begun not later than three years after the date of this permission.

 

REASON: In order to comply with the provisions of Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended.

 

  3.  SCG6 – Restrictions of Permitted Development Rights

    Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning General Development Order 1995 (or any order revoking or re-enacting that Order), planning permission shall be required for the erection of any extensions, outbuildings, or any other external alterations.

 

  REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

  4.  SCM6 – Materials to be approved (entire site)

    Details, including samples, of materials to be used on the external surfaces of the building, boundary walls and ground surfaces shall be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, in writing, before any work commences on site. The development shall not be carried out otherwise than in accordance with the details thus approved.

  REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

  5.  SCM9 – No extraneous pipework

No soil stacks, soil vent pipes, flues, ductwork or any other pipework shall be fixed to the (street) elevations of the building other than as shown on the drawings hereby approved.

 

REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

  6.  SCT2 – Provision of landscaping as approved

The landscaping hereby approved as part of the development shall be carried out within a period of twelve months from the date on which the development of the site commences or shall be carried out in the first planting (and seeding) season following completion of the development, and shall be maintained to the satisfaction of the Local Planning Authority for a period of ten years. Such maintenance is to include the replacement of any plants that die, or are severely damaged, seriously diseased, or removed.

 

REASON: To accord with the requirements of Section 197(a) of the Town and Country Planning Act  ...  view the full minutes text for item 19.

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I. Cester Street, London, E2 8NE: 2007/2980 pdf icon PDF 130 KB

Decision:

 

  RESOLVED that:

 

Permission (ref. 2007/2980 – Cester Street) be GRANTED, subject to conditions.

 

 

 

Minutes:

Erection of a 4 storey building to provide 4 x 1 bed flats and the rebuilding of a single storey communal lounge building with associated landscaping.

 

i.1    The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the report.  Reference was made to the addendum, as a petition of objection signed by 34 people had since been received.

 

i.2    There being no questions from Members, the Chair moved to the vote.

 

Councillor Smith abstained from the vote.

 

    RESOLVED that:

 

Permission (ref. 2007/2980 – Cester Street) be GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:

 

  1.  SCB0 – Development in accordance with plans

  The development hereby permitted shall only be carried out and completed strictly in accordance with the submitted plans hereby approved and any subsequent approval of details.

 

  REASON: To ensure that the development hereby permitted is carried out in full accordance with the plans hereby approved.

 

  2.  SCB1 – Commencement within three years

The development hereby permitted must be begun not later than three years after the date of this permission.

 

REASON: In order to comply with the provisions of Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended.

 

  3.  SCM6 – Materials to be approved (entire site)

  Details, including samples, of materials to be used on the external surfaces of the building, boundary walls and ground surfaces shall be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, in writing, before any work commences on site. The development shall not be carried out otherwise than in accordance with the details thus approved.

 

  REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

  4.  SCM7 – Details to be approved

Detailed drawings/full particulars of the proposed development showing the matters set out below must be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, in writing, before any work is commenced. The development shall not be carried out otherwise than in accordance with the details thus approved.

·  Corten steel panel details

·  Metal railing details

·  Vertical metal slats access gate details

·  Glazed door and window details

 

REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

  5.  SCM9 – No extraneous pipework

No soil stacks, soil vent pipes, flues, ductwork or any other pipework shall be fixed to the (street) elevations of the building other than as shown on the drawings hereby approved.

 

REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

  6.  SCT2 – Provision of landscaping as approved

The landscaping hereby approved as part of the development shall be carried out within a period of twelve months from the date on which the development of the site commences or shall be carried out in the first planting (and seeding) season following completion of the development, and shall be maintained to  ...  view the full minutes text for item 20.

21.

J. Morrel Court, 91 Goldsmiths Row, London, E1 8QR: 2007/2999 pdf icon PDF 133 KB

Decision:

 

RESOLVED that:

 

Permission (ref. 2007/2999 – Morrel Court) be GRANTED, subject to conditions.

 

 

 

Minutes:

Erection of a 3 storey four bed dwelling house.  Erection of four storey building to provide 4 x 1 bed flats.  Erection of single storey residents lounge, 2 storey extension to provide 4 x 1 bed flats to sheltered housing, internal alterations to provide office, store, wc and laundry facilities and 2 x 2 bed flats to sheltered housing.

 

j.1    The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the report. 

 

j.2    There being no questions from Members, the Chair moved to the vote.

 

Councillor Smith abstained from the vote.

 

RESOLVED that:

 

Permission (ref. 2007/2999 – Morrel Court) be GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:

 

  1.  SCB0 – Development in accordance with plans

  The development hereby permitted shall only be carried out and completed strictly in accordance with the submitted plans hereby approved and any subsequent approval of details.

 

  REASON: To ensure that the development hereby permitted is carried out in full accordance with the plans hereby approved.

 

  2.  SCB1 – Commencement within three years

The development hereby permitted must be begun not later than three years after the date of this permission.

 

REASON: In order to comply with the provisions of Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended.

 

  3.  SCG6 – Restrictions of Permitted Development Rights

Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning General Development Order 1995 (or any order revoking or re-enacting that Order), planning permission shall be required for the erection of any extensions, outbuildings, or any other external alterations.

 

REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

  4.  SCM6 – Materials to be approved (entire site)

    Details, including samples, of materials to be used on the external surfaces of the building, boundary walls and ground surfaces shall be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, in writing, before any work commences on site. The development shall not be carried out otherwise than in accordance with the details thus approved.

    REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

  5.  SCM7 – Details to be approved

Detailed drawings/full particulars of the proposed development showing the matters set out below must be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, in writing, before any work is commenced. The development shall not be carried out otherwise than in accordance with the details thus approved.

 

·  Vertical and horizontal western Red Cedar rainscreen cladding details 

·  Fair faced brickwork details 

·  Double glazed doors and windows details

·  Coloured acrylic render details

·  Copper shingles details 

·  Metal flashing/coping details 

·  Metal standing seam roof details

·  Metal and timber railings details

 

REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

  6.  SCM9 – No extraneous pipework

No soil stacks, soil vent pipes, flues, ductwork or any other  ...  view the full minutes text for item 21.

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K. Parton Lodge, 16 Laurel Street, London: 2007/3002 pdf icon PDF 131 KB

Decision:

 

   RESOLVED that:

 

Permission (ref. 2007/3002 – Parton Lodge) be GRANTED, subject to conditions.

 

Minutes:

Erection of a 4 storey building to provide 8 flats (7 x 2 bed, 1 x 3 bed).  Internal alterations including the relocation of existing sheltered housing lounge and landscaping.

 

k.1    The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the report. 

 

k.2    Vic Scarpa, spoke in objection to the scheme, his comments are summarised as follows:

 

§  Daughter lives at number 14, one of properties most affected.

§  Unacceptable development – out of keeping and character with the surrounding area.

§  Adverse affect on the privacy of number 14, the proposed conservatory would only be 3m away from the back garden and 6m away from the bedroom window.

§  Noise generated by the communal conservatory.

§  Issue of overlooking – balconies extend out 2m from the property, less than 3m from the nearest windows.

§  Loss of sunlight to neighbouring properties.

§  Request that the application be deferred to allow the height to be reduced and for a creation of a gap between the new development and the existing terraced houses.

 

k.3  The applicants responded to the concerns raised, their comments are summarised as follows:

 

§  Aware of the previous objections made by the resident of number 14.  Amendments have been made in response to these, including the reduction of the height to bring it in line with the existing property.

§  The new proposal was the same height as Parton Lodge and lower than the existing lift/stair tower.

§  The conservatory would only be used by elderly residents, which would reduce the amount of noise generated.

 

k.4    The Chair raised concerns about the balconies being located 3m away from the nearest windows and it was explained that it was only an issue on the first floor of the property.

 

k.5    Councillor Smith raised a serious concern regarding the design of the development as it felt it was an eye sore.

 

k.6    Councillor Webb was also unsure about the colour scheme used on the proposed development.

 

Councillor Smith voted against the recommendation.

 

RESOLVED that:

 

Permission (ref. 2007/3002 – Parton Lodge) be GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:

 

  1.  SCB0 – Development in accordance with plans

  The development hereby permitted shall only be carried out and completed strictly in accordance with the submitted plans hereby approved and any subsequent approval of details.

 

  REASON: To ensure that the development hereby permitted is carried out in full accordance with the plans hereby approved.

 

  2.  SCB1 – Commencement within three years

The development hereby permitted must be begun not later than three years after the date of this permission.

 

REASON: In order to comply with the provisions of Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended.

 

3.  SCM6 – Materials to be approved (entire site)

  Details, including samples, of materials to be used on the external surfaces of the building, boundary walls and ground surfaces shall be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, in writing, before any work commences on site. The development  ...  view the full minutes text for item 22.

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L. Thirlmere House, Howard Road, London, N16 8PW: 2007/3003 & 2008/1954 pdf icon PDF 142 KB

Additional documents:

Decision:

RESOLVED that:

 

Permission (ref. 2008/1954 – Thirlmere House) be GRANTED, subject to conditions.

 

Permission (ref. 2007/3003 – Thirlmere House) be GRANTED, subject to conditions.

 

 

 

Minutes:

2008/1954 – Erection of six three storey four bed dwelling houses.  Also erection of single storey Conservatory to existing Care Home and new landscaping.

 

2007/3003 – Listed Building Consent pursuant to planning application 2008/1954 for the erection of 6 dwelling houses attached to rear of Grade II Listed Building at 35 Stoke Newington Green.

 

l.1  The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the report. 

 

l.2  Mathew Evans spoke in objection of the scheme, on behalf of Star Images and the Mildmay Club, his comments are summarised as follows:

 

§  Major issue of the access points for both the Mildmay Club and Star Images.

§  Density of the scheme, with an issue of overlooking and small gardens.

§  All of the properties were to be sold privately, therefore not addressing the need for social housing.

§  Concern raised the established Mildmay Club will be subject to noise complaints from the residents of the new development.

 

l.3  Karelia Scott-Daniels also spoke in objection of the scheme, her comments are summarised as follows:

 

§  2 Albion Road would back onto the development site.

§  Concerned about the roof terraces and the noise they would generate.  Inappropriate for the size and density of the scheme.

§  Pleased that area was dedicated to private housing.

 

l.4  The applicants responded to the concerns raised, their comments are summarised as follows:

 

§  Consulted widely, including tenants of Thirlmere House, Mildmay Club and Star Images.

§  Presented the scheme to the AGM of the Newington Green Action Group.

§  Presented to the AGM of the Mildmay Club.

§  Proposed a number of measures to reduce the security concerns in the area, including the provision of better lighting.

§  Issue of noise – the properties would be built to building guidelines and they would look to achieve Code 4 which would include sufficient insulation.

 

l.5  In response to a query from Councillor Smith, the applicants confirmed that the development was to be gated.

 

l.6    Councillor Desmond wished to clarify the materials to be used and it was explained that brick would be used on the lower levels, with copper cladding on the upper levels.

 

l.7    The Chair raised the issue of soundproofing and asked whether any assistance would be provided for the soundproofing of the Mildmay Club.   The Planning Officer stated that there was a cost implication and that it was not unusual for residential and industrial units to be located in close proximity of each other.  The applicants added that the issue of soundproofing had been discussed at the consultation stage with the Mildmay Club and they did not feel this was an issue as the new development would have double glazing.  It was requested that a scoping study be undertaken, as the Sub-Committee was minded that noise insulation be provided for the Mildmay Club.  This was AGREED.

 

l.8    The Chair referred to the major issue of access for the both the Mildmay Club and Star Images.  It was stated that Star Images did not  ...  view the full minutes text for item 23.

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Site Adjacent to 49 Glenarm Road, London, E5 0LY: 2008/0384 pdf icon PDF 119 KB

Decision:

 

RESOLVED that:

 

Planning permission be REFUSED.

 

 

 

Minutes:

Erection of three-storey plus basement, three bedroom house with sunken garden together with erection of 1.8 metre high front boundary fence and wall and provision of refuse store.

 

12.1  The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the report.  This application was supported by the Hackney Society.

 

12.2  Gary Beelders spoke in objection of the scheme, his comments are summarised as follows:

 

§  Inappropriate location, tiny London garden.

§  Modern building, located adjacent to traditional Victorian buildings.

§  A lot of coming and going, if rented out.  Noise issue.

§  New proposal was slightly smaller but it still dominated the neighbouring buildings.

§  Affect wildlife – loss of garden.

§  Mature trees will also be affected, which was not mentioned in the proposals.

§  Loss of light for neighbouring properties.

§  Issue of overlooking.

§  Out of keeping with surrounding area.

§  Boundary issues – right of access to boundary walls for maintenance.

§  Health and safety issue – height of boundary walls.

 

12.3  The agent was in attendance to answer any questions that arose.

 

12.4  In response to a question from the Chair regarding the loss of trees, it was explained that there were no tree preservation orders (TPOs) on any of the trees in the area and that one of the trees would be lost.

 

12.5  Councillor Smith raised concern over the high drop into the light well, over the boundary wall, and whether this was secured.  The agent explained that the design had been modified to ensure that this was not possible.  It was established that there would be a one floor drop over the boundary wall.

 

Councillors Buitekant, Desmond, Hanson and Smith voted against the recommendation. It was therefore:

 

RESOLVED that:

 

(A) Planning permission be REFUSED, for the following reasons:

 

(appropriate wording)………………………………

 

Design not in keeping and out of character with the surrounding area.

 

Not enough information on the safety of the boundary walls.

 

25.

St Mary’s Old Church, Stoke Newington Church Street, London, N16 9ES: 2008/1100 & 2008/1099 pdf icon PDF 202 KB

Decision:

 

RESOLVED that:

 

The application be DEFERRED to allow for a site visit by Members and further community consultation.

 

Minutes:

(A) 2008/1099 – (Full Planning Application) Erection of a part single-storey and part three-storey rear extension and change of use to provide a new community arts centre with kitchen/servery facilities and one bedroom flat with balcony at second floor level involving partial demolition of the church building.  Opening hours 10:00 to 23:00 hours daily.

 

(B) 2008/1100 – (Conservation Area Application) Partial demolition of the church building to facilitate new community arts centre.

 

13.1  The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the report.

 

13.2  Councillor Desmond proposed that a site visit was needed before Members could consider the application, this was seconded by Councillor Smith who believed that further community consultation was also required.

 

RESOLVED that:

 

The application be DEFERRED to allow for a site visit by Members and further community consultation.

 

 

26.

10 Mountgrove Road, London, N5 2LS: 2008/0368 pdf icon PDF 95 KB

Decision:

 

 

RESOLVED that:

 

Planning permission be GRANTED.

 

 

 

Minutes:

Conversion of single dwelling house to create three self-contained flats (comprising 1 x 3 bed flat and 2 x 1 bed flats) together with erection of second floor roof extension, erection of single storey rear infill extension, and alterations to rear elevation.

 

14.1  The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the report.

 

14.2  Algis Rekesius spoke in objection of the scheme, his comments are summarised as follows:

 

§  The scheme represents over-development.

§  Issues with parking, privacy and overlooking.

§  Believes that the development goes against council policy and the UDP.

§  Issue with the massing of the development.

§  Only 14% of the properties in the road have roof extensions.  There was a requirement for 36% to have roof extensions before approval could be granted.

§  Increased strain on the existing infrastructure and amenities.

 

14.3  The Sustainability & Design Manager stated that the Council continued to restrict the extension of roofs to the front of the property.  He clarified the guidance for mansard roofs and stated that this design was consistent with the draft UDP.

 

14.4  In response to a query from Councillor Smith, the applicant confirmed that the v shape at the back of the roof would be retained and the windows in the roof would be replaced with UPVC double glazing, with wood sash windows to the lower levels. 

 

Councillor Smith voted against the recommendation.

 

Councillor Hanson abstained from the vote.

 

RESOLVED that:

 

Planning permission be GRANTED, subject to:

 

1.  SCB1N - Commencement within 3 years

The development hereby permitted must be begun not later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this permission.

 

REASON: In order to comply with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended.

 

2.  SCB0- Development only in accordance with submitted plans

 

The Development hereby permitted shall only be carried out and completed strictly in accordance with the submitted plans hereby approved and any subsequent approval of details.

 

REASON: To ensure that the development hereby permitted is carried out in full accordance with the plans hereby approved.

 

3.  SCM1 - Materials to Match Existing

All new external finishes in respect of all the works hereby approved (and any other incidental works to be carried out in this connection) shall match the existing building in respect of materials used, detailed execution and finished appearance.

 

REASON: In the interests of the amenity of the area.

 

INFORMATIVES:

 

SI  Reason for approval:

 

The following policies contained in the Hackney Unitary Development Plan 1995 are relevant to the approved development/use and were considered by this Council in reaching the decision to grant planning permission:  EQ1 [Development Requirements], HO3 [Other Sites for Housing], H012 [Conversions], Policy 3A.2: [Borough Housing Targets], Policy 3A.4: [Housing choice], Policy 4B.1: [Designing Principles for a compact City]

 

SI.1  Building Control

 

Your attention is drawn to the provisions of the Building Act 1984 and other Building Control legislation, which must be complied with to the satisfaction of The Planning and Transportation Service,  ...  view the full minutes text for item 26.

27.

13 Gunton Road, London, E5 9JT: 2008/1524 pdf icon PDF 110 KB

Decision:

 

RESOLVED that:

 

Full planning permission be GRANTED, subject to conditions.

 

 

 

 

 

Minutes:

Conversion of a single dwelling house to create three self-contained flats (comprising 1 x 3 bedroom flat, 1 x 2 bedroom flat) together with the erection of a single storey rear extension and installation of new windows and roof lights to front and rear elevations.

 

15.1  The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the report.

 

15.2  Gareth Ryan spoke in objection of the scheme, his comments are summarised as follows:

 

§  Loss of much needed family size accommodation.

§  The requirement for four bed properties was 120sqm, but the proposed development was 157sqm.  It should be made a four bed, not a three bed unit.

§  Potential loss of a large mature tree, which is a significant part of the local area.  This has not been addressed.

§  Plans not to scale.

§  A 36 signature petition had previously been submitted.

§  The proposed windows will have an adverse effect on the area.

 

15.3  Graham Fisher, agent, spoke in support of the scheme, his comments are summarised as follows:

 

§  The development will provide family accommodation, with 3 bed units and a large 2 bed unit.

§  Provides an adequate layout.

§  The tree issue was recognised and the agent stated that a tree protection condition could be added for the duration of the development.  This was AGREED.

 

15.4  In response to a query regarding whether the windows would significantly change the exterior amenity of the building, the agent stated that the new windows would be in proportion with the existing ones.

 

RESOLVED that:

 

Full planning permission be GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:

 

1.  SCB0 – Development in accordance with plans

  The development hereby permitted shall only be carried out and completed strictly in accordance with the submitted plans hereby approved and any subsequent approval of details.

 

  REASON: To ensure that the development hereby permitted is carried out in full accordance with the plans hereby approved.

 

2.  SCB1 – Commencement within three years

  The development hereby permitted must be begun not later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this permission.

 

  REASON: In order to comply with the provisions of Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended.

 

3.  SCM1 - Materials to Match

All new external finishes in respect of all the works hereby approved (and any other incidental works to be carried out in this connection) shall match the existing building in respect of materials used, detailed execution and finished appearance.

 

REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

4.  SCM7 - Details To Be Approved

Detailed drawings/full particulars of the proposed development showing the matters set out below must be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, in writing, before any work is commenced. The development shall not be carried out otherwise than in accordance with the details thus approved.

·  Front Lightwell

 

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28.

157 Blackstock Road, London, N4 2JS: 2008/0560 pdf icon PDF 89 KB

Decision:

RESOLVED that:

 

Permission be GRANTED, subject to conditions.

 

 

 

Minutes:

Refurbishment and change of use from shop (Class A1) with ancillary residential accommodation above to shop (Class A1) with separate House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) on upper floors together with the erection of a part single storey, part two storey rear extension, enlargement of rear dormer extension, installation of two roof lights, and external alterations.

 

16.1  The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the report and clarified the guidance for bathroom ratio in HMOs.  It was confirmed that the number of bathrooms per bedrooms being proposed satisfied the standards set out in the guidance.

 

16.2  Barney Crocker spoke in objection of the scheme, his comments are summarised as follows:

 

§  There was a discrepancy of between 1-2m with three of the rooms.

§  Room 5 – the measurements had been taken for the entire room and the sloping roof had not been taken into consideration.

§  The staircase from the second to the top floor of the property was below the existing sloping roof.

 

16.3  Patrick Oetiker, agent and Michael O’Sullivan, applicant, stated that they believed the room sizes were accurate and the room in question complied as a one bedroom unit.

 

16.4  The Planning Officer stated that the number of units provided was based on the assessment of the plans and that this issue would also be picked up when the licensing of the HMO was undertaken.

 

RESOLVED that:

 

Permission be GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:

 

SCB1 – Commencement within three years

SCB0 – Development in accordance with plans

M1 – Materials to Match Existing

 

REASONS FOR APPROVAL

 

The following policies are relevant to the approved development/use and were considered by this Council in reaching the decision to grant planning permission: EQ1 (Development Requirements), HO14 (Houses in Multiple Occupation), HO12 (Conversions), HO3 (Other Sites for Housing), HO6 (Residential Use of Upper Floors Above Shop Units) of the Hackney Unitary Development Plan; and policy 4B.1 (Design Principles for a Compact City) of the London Plan 2004.

 

INFORMATIVES

 

  The following Informatives should be added:

 

SI.1   Building Control

  SI.3   Sanitary, Ventilation and Drainage Arrangements

    SI.7   Hours of Building Works

  SI.24   Naming and Numbering

   SI.25   Disabled Person’s Provisions

   SI.27   Fire Precautions Act 1971

SI.28   Refuse Storage and Disposal Arrangements

 

29.

No.s 1-22 Bramfield Court, 1-47 Theobalds Court & 20-42 Datchworth Court, Kings Crescent Estate, Queens Drive, London, N4 2XH: 2008/1586 pdf icon PDF 115 KB

Decision:

RESOLVED that:

 

Permission be GRANTED, subject to conditions.

Minutes:

Installation of new pitched roofs, external walkways and balconies to upper floors, external cladding, replacement windows, new secured entrances and provision of landscaping, boundary treatment and cycle stores and racks.

 

(move up in the list of items ?)

 

17.1  The Planning Officer introduced the report as set out in the report.

 

17.2  The Chair asked the applicant how the Code 6 for sustainability had been achieved for the development and it was explained that the Code 6 was achieved on the fabric of the building itself.

 

RESOLVED that:

 

Conditional planning permission be GRANTED, subject to imposition of the following conditions:

 

1.  SCBN1 –Commencement within three years

The development hereby permitted must be begun not later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this permission.

 

REASON: In order to comply with the provisions of Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended.

 

2.  SCB0 – Development only in accordance with submitted plans

The Development hereby permitted shall only be carried out and completed strictly in accordance with the submitted plans hereby approved and any subsequent approval of details.

 

REASON: To ensure that the development hereby permitted is carried out in full accordance with the plans hereby approved.

 

3.  SCM2 – Materials to be approved

Full details, with samples, of the materials and colours to be used on the external surfaces of the buildings, including glazing, shall be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority in writing before any work on the site is commenced.  The development shall not be carried out otherwise than in accordance with the details thus approved.

 

REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

4.  SCD1 – Level access

 

A level access shall be provided to the main entrance lobbies and the front entrance of all units before the use is first commenced.

 

REASON: In order to ensure that people with disabilities are able to gain proper access to the development.

 

5.  SCI3 – No roof plant

No roof plant, including all external enclosures, machinery and other installations shall be placed upon or attached to the roof or other external surfaces of the building.

 

REASON: In the interests of maintaining an acceptable appearance of the building.

 

6.  SCM2 – Boundary Walls (to be approved)

Full details, including materials, of all boundary walls and enclosures shall be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, in writing, before any work commences on site.  The development shall not be carried out otherwise than in accordance with the details thus approved.

 

REASON: To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory and does not detract from the character and visual amenity of the area.

 

7.  SCT1 – Landscaping Scheme to be approved

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30.

Delegated Decisions - July 2008 pdf icon PDF 179 KB

Decision:

RESOLVED:

 

The report was noted.

 

Minutes:

 

18.1  The report was noted.