Agenda, decisions and minutes
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Apologies for Absence Minutes: 1.1 Apologies for absence were received from Councillors Tesler and Webb.
1.2 An apology for lateness was received from Councillor Smith. |
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Members to agree the order of business Minutes: 2.1 The order of business remained as per the agenda. |
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Declarations of Interest Minutes: 3.1 There were no declarations of interest. |
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Minutes of the Previous Meeting Decision: RESOLVED that:-
The minutes of the meeting held on 10 June 2009 be APPROVED, as a true and accurate record, subject to the following amendments:-
§ Paragraph 7.5, third bullet point, should state ‘Berkley Homes have acquired’, instead of required. § Paragraph 7.7, addition of a further sentence – ‘The Chair requested confirmation that this would be the final alteration to the height of the building and the agent confirmed that there would be no further alterations.
Minutes: 4.1 The Chair, on behalf of Members, took the opportunity to thank Rosemary Lansdowne (Principal Solicitor) for all of the support she had given the Sub-Committee during her time at the Council and wished her all the best for the future. He welcomed Peter Flockhart, who was her replacement.
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Forecourt outside 1 Reading Lane, London, E8 1DR Decision: RESOLVED that:-
Planning permission be GRANTED, subject to conditions.
Minutes: Installation of 12 Nº cycle racks to the forecourt of the property fronting Reading Lane (6 x racks on the western end, 6 x racks on the eastern end).
(Councillor Smith arrived during the discussion of the item and therefore did not take part in the vote).
5.1 The Planning Officer introduced the report, as set out within the agenda.
5.2 Reference was made to paragraph 4.5 of the report which stated that complaints had been received on the enforcement case. The Planning Officer confirmed that there was not an enforcement case and that this was a typing error.
5.3 The Chair wished to clarify whether the bollards detailed in the photo on page 77 of the report were to remain and the Planning Officer confirmed that these would remain, for security purposes.
5.4 The Chair asked whether any other potential locations had been investigated, such as in the Town Hall Square and the highways officer stated that this would be looked into in the future.
Unanimously RESOLVED that:
Planning permission be GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:
1. Commencement within 3 years (SCBN1) 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. Development only in Accordance with Submitted Plans (SCBO) 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.
INFORMATIVES
The following Informative should be added:
REASONS FOR APPROVAL
The following policies contained in the Hackney Unitary Development Plan 1995/London Plan 2008 are relevant to the approved development/use and were considered by this Council in reaching the decision to grant planning permission: EQ1 'Development Requirements', EQ12 ‘Protection of Conservation Areas’, EQ14 ‘Alterations and Extensions of Buildings in Conservation Areas’ and 4B.1 ‘Design Principles for a Compact City’
SI.1 Building Control SI.7 Hours of Building Works |
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65, 71, 73, 75 Scrutton Street & 45 Curtain Road, London, EC2A 4JP Additional documents:
Decision: RESOLVED that:-
1) conditional planning permission GRANTED subject to S106 legal agreement. 2) conditional conservation area GRANTED consent. Minutes: (1) Redevelopment of the site to provide a part 6, part 3 storey building comprising an 81 bedroom hotel (4,444sqm) with ancillary facilities and 3,071sqm of office (B1) floorspace. (2) Conservation area consent for demolition of existing building.
6.1 The Planning Officer introduced the report, as set out within the agenda. Reference was made to the addendum which provided information on hotel training opportunities, green roof, servicing and delivery, and disabled parking.
6.2 Reference was made to paragraph 6.3.6 of the report, which provided details on the use of the bar/dining area of the hotel. It stated that a condition was recommended that the bar/dining area be closed to non-guests after 23:30 hours, in order to safeguard the amenities of nearby residents. It was AGREED that this be covered by condition.
6.3 Concern was raised regarding the increasing number of hotel spacesbeing applied for and whether this was covered by policy. The Planning Officer explained that this development was deemed appropriate
6.4 Discussion took place surrounding the parking issue, as Members raised concern that Parking Services had advised that the disabled parking bays could not be accommodated in Scrutton Street and that Traffic and Transportation had advised that site constraints would make it unfeasible to provide off street disabled parking. They had advised that this was considered acceptable as there was sufficient kerb side capacity for drop off/pick up on the surrounding roads immediately adjacent to the site.
6.5 The agent stated that they would be happy to have further discussions with the highways department and the applicant in finding a solution for this problem. It was suggested that a clause could be added within the Section 106 agreement for best endeavours to be made to negotiate a resolution to the disabled parking bay issue and that a parking management plan be implemented. This was AGREED.
6.6 Members requested that the streetlamps be placed on the building. This was AGREED.
Unanimously RESOLVED that:
A) 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 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. Materials to be approved Full details, with samples, of the materials 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 ... view the full minutes text for item 6. |
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Units 11, Angel Wharf, Shepherdess Walk, London, N1 7JL (2009/0545) Additional documents:
Decision: RESOLVED that:-
Planning permission be GRANTED, subject to conditions. Minutes: Change of use of unit 11 from Class A3 (restaurants and cafes) to a dual use Class A3 or Class B1 (Business).
7.1 The Planning Officer introduced the report, as set out within the agenda. He added that the hours of operation would be conditioned between 7am – 11pm, Monday – Sunday. This was AGREED.
7.2 There being no questions from Members, the Chair moved to the vote.
Unanimously RESOLVED that:
A) Planning permission be GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:
1. 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.
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Units 3-6 Angel Wharf, Shepherdess Walk, London, N1 7JL (2009/0546) Additional documents:
Decision:
RESOLVED that:-
Planning permission be GRANTED, subject to conditions.
Minutes: Change of use of units 3, 4, 5, & 6 from class B1 (Business) to a dual use class B1 (Business) / D1 (Non-residential institutions) to include the following uses only: Clinics, except those treating alcohol or drug addiction or dependency; or mental health problems; Health Centres; Day Centres; Art Galleries; Museums; Libraries; and Non-residential education and training centres.
POST SUBMISSION REVISIONS: Following the submission of the application the proposal has been altered to exclude certain D1 uses. A list of the excluded uses can be found in section 6 of this report.
8.1 The Planning Officer introduced the report, as set out within the agenda.
8.2 There being no questions from Members, the Chair moved to the vote.
RESOLVED that:
Planning permission be GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:
1. 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.
2. Hours of operation The D1 uses hereby permitted shall only be carried out between the hours of 0700 to 2300 Mondays to Sundays.
REASON: To ensure that the use operates in a satisfactory manner and does not unduly disturb adjoining occupiers or prejudice local amenity generally.
3. Amendment to Travel Plan Revision of the Travel Plan required by planning permission 2005/2375 as part of the yearly review in the event that any of the commercial units are occupied by an approved D1 use. The revision to include the requirements of any D1 uses including any requirements for drop off/pick up.
REASON: To reduce the reliance on the private car by promoting more sustainable forms of the transport.
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Senate House, Tyssen Street, Dalston, E8 2ND Additional documents: Decision: RESOLVED that:-
A) Planning 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 Interim Assistant Director (Planning) and the Interim Head of Legal Services.
C) That in the event of the Section 106 agreement referred to in Recommendation B not being completed by 7 July 2009, the Interim Assistant Director (Planning) be given the authority to refuse the application.
Minutes: Erection of four and five storey buildings to facilitate a mixed use development of 27 residential units (3 x 1 bed, 14 x 2 bed, 6 x 3 bed, and 4 x 4 bed) and 595 sqm of commercial floorspace (Class B1) and associated landscaping, cycle parking, and refuse/recycling storage.
AMENDMENTS: § Letter dates 26th May 2009 changing the use class of the commercial floor space. On the application form it stated A1 and B1 flexible. The applicant requested this be changed to B1 only. § Letter dated 4th June 2009 providing amended plans (stated above under ‘drawing numbers’) amending some façade and materials treatments, in line with comments received by the Council’s Sustainability and Design Team.
(Councillor Desmond arrived during the discussion of this item and therefore did not take part in the vote).
9.1 The Planning Officer introduced the report, as set out within the agenda. It was explained that this application had come back to committee as the applicant had now changed the use class of the commercial floor space from A1 and B1 flexible to B1 only. The development would also be 100% affordable.
9.2 Tim Gaskell, agent, was in attendance to answer any questions that arose.
9.3 The Chair raised concern about the loss of employment space and questioned whether the £75,000 being offered by the applicant towards an employment scheme, affordable workspace and/or business support project was appropriate for the amount of employment space being lost in a key employment area. He also wished to clarify whether the protection of mixed use developments were covered within the London Plan.
9.4 The Planning Officer explained that the development was still a mixed use scheme and that the London Plan did not cover loss of employment space and therefore the scheme was in accordance with policy.
9.5 The Interim Assistant Director (Planning) also acknowledged that there was limited policy that covered the loss of employment space and that the Council were currently awaiting the adoption of the Core Strategy. His understanding was that the Core Strategy would focus on the quality of employment space being offered, as opposed to the quantity being provided.
9.6 The Chair accepted that there would be an improvement in the quality of workspace provided, but felt that there would be a significant loss of employment space in the heart of Hackney’s only major town centre. 9.7 The Agent explained that in order to make the scheme financially viable in the current economic climate, they had now taken out the basement and made the development 100% affordable, with split tenures. He added that they had the contractor and funds in place.
9.8 In response to a query regarding how the figure of £75,000 was reached, it was explained that there was a formula that was used and that the Council had to take into consideration that it was Housing Corporation money and also the current economic climate.
9.9 Reference was also made to the estimated highways contribution detailed within the ... view the full minutes text for item 9. |
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South Marsh, Hackney Marshes, Homerton Road, London, E9 5PF Additional documents:
Decision:
RESOLVED that:-
conditional planning permission GRANTED subject to a S106 legal agreement. Minutes: Erection of part 1, part 2 storey building to provide changing room facilities with associated café, office and education room and associated car parking and landscaping (including green roof).
10.1 The Planning Officer introduced the report, as set out within the agenda. He stated that the site was located within the KingsPark ward and not Haggerston ward, as shown on the report.
10.2 Reference was made to the addendum which stated that the application had been referred to the GLA and that the GLA’s first stage response had been received on the 25 June 2009. The conclusion of their response was detailed within the addendum.
10.3 A response had also been received from the Hackney Marshes Users Group on the 25 June 2009. The HMUG objects to the proposals until the objections and concerns detailed in the addendum had been addressed.
10.2 Reference was made to the loss of trees as a result of the development and the Planning Officer stated that the re-planting scheme proposed was deemed adequate.
10.3 The Planning Officer informed the Sub-Committee that an additional condition was proposed for £5,000 towards improvements to a bus stop. (more info? …….) This was AGREED.
10.4 Kate Matthews, Nicola Baker (Assistant Director Culture), Kalpesh Intuala and Mike Woolner spoke in support of the scheme, their comments are summarised as follows:-
§ East Marsh would be temporarily used as a car park for the Olympics. § Due to change of plans, changing rooms now need to be re-provided in the South Marsh building. § A range of measures were proposed to try and help integrate the building in with the marshes, including the use of sustainable materials, green roof, security and protection. § The proposed development was 400sqm smaller than the previous proposal. § The new development will help promote sports and education opportunities. § High quality scheme.
10.5 Reference was made to the use of steel and whether this was lightening safe. The architect explained that the steel would weather over time and samples would be tested to ensure they were satisfactory. He also confirmed that the steel would be lightening safe.
10.6 In response to a question regarding the proposed management of the facility, the Assistant Director Culture explained that the Council would go out to tender and that the facility would not form part of the contract with Greenwich Leisure.
10.7 With regard to the potential educational use of the facility, it was explained that the Council would be working with the Learning Trust and the youth service to formalise an agreement for the use of the facility for educational purposes.
10.8 Members wished to clarify that the facility would not be exclusively used by the Learning Trust and other providers would not be excluded from using it. The Assistant Director Culture explained that the Council did not agree to an exclusive agreement with the Learning Trust and so other providers would be free to use the facility.
10.9 Discussion took place ... view the full minutes text for item 10. |
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87-95 Curtain Road, London, EC2A 3BS Additional documents: Decision: RESOLVED that:-
conditional planning permission be GRANTED subject to a S106 legal agreement. Minutes: Demolition of 87-95 Curtain Road and erection of an 8-storey building plus basement to provide 720sqm of A1 (Retail) and/or A3 (Restaurant), 2204sqm of B1(a) (office) and 8 residential units (1x1-bed, 5x2-bed and 2x4-bed).
POST SUBMISSION AMENDMENTS:
- Minor revision to the lower floors of the Curtain Road elevation to address design with regards to the location and prominence of service doors and building entrances; - Revision to the ground floor plan to include commercial waste store, and; - Revision to the upper floor family size units (4-beds) to provide separate kitchen from living rooms.
11.1 The Planning Officer introduced the report, as set out within the agenda.
11.2 Reference was made to the addendum, which outlined an additional letter of objection received from an occupier of a live/work unit to the 2nd floor of 47-49 Curtain Road and the Planning Officer’s response to this.
11.3 A verbal objection had also been received, objecting to paragraph 6.2.7 of the report, which states that there were no night time economy uses at adjacent or opposite buildings at this part of Curtain Road, which was incorrect as the adjacent property was in use as a drinking establishment.
11.4 Additional comments had also been received from South Shoreditch CAAC objecting to the proposal, as detailed within the addendum, and the response from the Planning Officer.
11.5 The Planning Officer informed the Sub-Committee that the applicant had submitted a revised Energy Statement and Sustainability Statement, which looked to address the errors and concerns outlined in the Sustainability and Climate Officer’s comments, as detailed in pages 224-225 of the report. This had been reviewed and was acceptable.
11.6 Yuli Toh (architect) spoke in support of the scheme, her comments are summarised as follows:-
§ High quality development proposed. § Gave an overview of the vision which drove the design of the building and how the use of materials and daylight/sunlight had driven the vision. § Worked closely with the structural engineer in the design of the building. § The daylight/sunlight studies had found no adverse impacts on neighbouring properties. § The development offered natural ventilation. § Sustainable and car-free development. § Air/heat pump systems proposed, with renewable energy generated on-site. 20% reduction in co2.
11.7 In response to a request for rain water harvesting, the architect explained that it was not viable for this particular scheme as it would only be a micro-scheme.
Unanimously RESOLVED that:-
A) Planning permission be GRANTED for Conservation Area Consent (ref 2009/0917), subject to the following conditions:
1. Commencement: The development hereby permitted must be begun no later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this consent.
REASON: In order to comply with the provisions of Section 18 (a) of the Planning (ListedBuildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990.
2. Works of demolition: The demolition works hereby permitted shall not be carried out otherwise than as part of the completion of development for which planning permission reference 2009/0914 is granted and such ... view the full minutes text for item 11. |
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326-330 Green Lanes, London, N4 1BX Additional documents: Decision: RESOLVED that:-
conditional planning permission be GRANTED. Minutes: Demolition of existing building and erection of a five-storey building to be used as a hostel (use class sui generis) containing twenty-eight self-contained units.
(Councillor Sharer left the meeting after the discussion of the previous item).
12.1 The Planning Officer introduced the report, as set out within the agenda. A series of site photos were also displayed at the meeting, for Members’ information.
12.2 Councillor Middleton spoke in objection to the scheme, on behalf of residents, her comments are summarised as follows:-
§ Felt that the hostel would increase the level of anti-behaviour in the area. § The development was not in keeping with the surrounding area, was too dense and out of character. § Surrounding residents had not been adequately informed of the application.
12.3 The agent was in attendance to answer any questions that arose. He confirmed that the materials to be used would be render, to fit in with the adjacent building. The building would also have a green roof, rain water harvesting and achieve a 20% reduction in carbon dioxide emissions. He added that the materials were conditioned to come back for approval.
12.4 Concern was raised about the amenity area detailed on page 296 of the report and that this could be used as a car park. The Sub-Committee requested that a condition be imposed for this area to be fenced off and not able to be parked on. This was AGREED.
12.5 In response to a question regarding the management of the property, the agent explained that it would be run by an experienced hostel operator, providing modern self-contained rooms, with common rooms and a reception area. There was also less rooms that in the current hostel, a warden will also be on-site and it was proposed to offer a 24 hour reception.
Unanimously RESOLVED that:-
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 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 Details, including samples, of all 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 work on the external surfaces, boundary walls and ground surfaces 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 ... view the full minutes text for item 12. |
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Hackney Customer Service Centre (u/c), Hillman Street, London, E8 1DY Additional documents: Decision: RESOLVED that:-
Planning permission be GRANTED under Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, subject to conditions. Minutes: Variation of condition 1 (development in accordance with submitted plans) of planning permission granted on 30 October 2007 under reference 2007/0238, to permit development in accordance with revised plans (incorporating changes to the electricity substation location, fourth-floor balustrades, roofing and cladding details, and additional photovoltaic panels).
13.1 The Planning Officer introduced the report, as detailed within the report.
13.2 There being no questions from Members, the Chair moved to the vote.
Unanimously RESOLVED that:-
Planning permission be GRANTED under Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, subject to the following conditions:
1. SCB0 – Development in accordance with approved 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. 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.
3. SCI3 – No roof plant No plant (including all external enclosures, machinery and other installations; excluding solar water-heating and/or photovoltaic cells) shall be placed upon or attached to the roof or other external surfaces of the building, other than as shown on the drawings hereby approved, unless planning permission for such is sought and granted separately.
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. SCH8 – Parking for people with disabilities Before the use hereby permitted first commences, 28 car parking spaces shall be marked and retained permanently for use by the vehicles of people with disabilities close to the entrance to the building.
REASON: In order to ensure that a reasonable minimum of parking spaces are located conveniently for use by people with disabilities.
5. SCH10 – Secure bicycle parking Space shall be made available for the secure parking of 212 bicycles in the form of Sheffield stands (or an alternative approved in writing by the local planning authority), as shown on the plans hereby approved, before use of the development hereby permitted commences.
REASON: To ensure that a reasonable provision is made within the site for the parking of bicycles in the interest of relieving congestion in surrounding streets and improving highway conditions in general.
6. NSC1 – Non-standard condition The building shall achieve and retain a minimum BREEAM rating of ‘Very Good’.
REASON: In the interests of maximising the environmental performance of the building.
7. NSC2 – Non-standard condition An implementation plan/statement with the following details shall be prepared in conjunction with the Council's Travel Plan Officer, submitted to the Local Planning Authority and approved in writing prior ... view the full minutes text for item 13. |
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10 Shacklewell Road, London, N16 7TA Decision: RESOLVED that:-
A) Permission be GRANTED, subject to conditions.
B) That 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 Interim Assistant Director (Planning) and the Interim Head of Legal Services.
Minutes: Demolition of existing buildings and erection of a six-storey building and a part-two-, part-three-, part-four-, part-five-storey building, containing a total of twenty-seven residential units (nine one-bedroom units, eleven two-bedroom units, two three-bedroom units and five four-bedroom units), together with associated access and landscaping works.
POST-SUBMISSION REVISIONS: Rear block set back further to the west to allow wider external corridor; revisions to room sizes; increase in carbon-dioxide-emissions reduction from ten per cent to twenty per cent.
13.1 The Planning Officer introduced the report, as set out in the agenda. It was explained that this proposal had been approved by the Sub-Committee on 6 May 2009. However, although the report referred to the development as being car-free, a Section 106 head of terms to that effect had been mistakenly omitted from both Recommendation B and the addendum. Accordingly, the car-free head of terms was now listed within the report and the proposed development was unchanged from the application previously approved in May 2009.
13.2 There being no questions from Members, the Chair moved to the vote.
(Councillor Desmond abstained from the vote).
RESOLVED that:-
A) 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, except units B_6 (drawing PL_202 rev. P2) and B_8 (drawing PL_203 rev. P2), 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 Details, including samples, of all materials to be used on the external surfaces of the building, boundary walls, gates and ground surfaces (including drainage arrangements) shall be submitted to and approved by the local planning authority, in writing, before work on the external surfaces, boundary walls, gates and ground surfaces 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. 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.
5. SCI3 – No roof plant No plant (including all external enclosures, machinery and other installations; excluding solar water-heating and/or photovoltaic cells) shall be placed upon or attached to the roof or other ... view the full minutes text for item 14. |
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The City Academy (u/c), Homerton Row, London, E9 6EB Additional documents:
Decision: RESOLVED that:-
Planning permission be GRANTED, subject to conditions.
Minutes: Variation of condition 9 (secure bicycle parking) of planning permission ref. 2007/2226 to reduce the number of cycle parking spaces from 220 to 130, of which 50 will be in place on opening, with the remaining 80 to be provided within three years.
14.1 The Planning Officer introduced the report, as set out within the agenda and explained that the consultation dates given in 4.1 and 4.2 of the report were incorrect.
14.2 Mr Emmerson (Headteacher, City Academy) was in attendance to answer any questions that arose.
14.3 The Chair wished to confirm that the land was allocated for the cycle spaces and the Planning Officer assured the Sub-Committee that it was.
14.4 Mr Emmerson explained that the application had come back to committee as if the Academy was to provide 220 cycle spaces, as previously agreed, they would have to lose some trees and playground space. He added that it was unlikely that pupils would use a bike, as the majority of them lived within half a mile of the school.
14.5 In response to a question asking whether there was any space available for potential future cycle spaces, it was explained that there was some potential space if felt necessary. Mr Emmerson added that they had undertaken a student survey where concerns had been raised about the potential reduction in playground/amenity space.
14.6 It was expected that there would be 200 pupils in total in the first year and 40 members of staff. The number of pupils was then expected to rise by approximately 180 a year. By completion, the City Academy was expected to eventually have approximately 1,250 pupils and 80 permanent and 80 support staff.
14.7 Members again raised concern about the small number or cycle spaces being offered in relation to the expected number of pupils and staff, however it was again reiterated that the majority of pupils lived within a half a mile radius.
Unanimously RESOLVED that:-
A) Permission be GRANTED, subject to the following conditions:
1. 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.
2. SCI3 – No roof plant No plant (including all external enclosures, machinery and other installations; excluding solar water-heating and/or photovoltaic cells) shall be placed upon or attached to the roof or other external surfaces of the building, other than as shown on the drawings hereby approved, unless planning permission for such is sought and granted separately.
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.
3. SCH3 – Containment of parking No parking of vehicles arriving at or departing from the premises shall take place ... view the full minutes text for item 15. |
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Appeal Summary - December 2008 Decision: RESOLVED that:-
The report was NOTED. Minutes: 16.1 The report was NOTED. |