Agenda item

(A)  Full Planning Application (Ref: 2008/2525):

Refurbishment of existing grade II listed building together with the erection of a two storey extension above the existing battery room and to the rear of the library with a glazed link to provide a meeting room, plant room and staff office, and the installation of new glazed automatic entrance doors, we roof light and solar panels to the roof.

 

(B)  Listed Building Consent Application (Ref: 2008/2527):

Internal and external works comprising of the demolition of part of the rear single storey pitched roof and erection of a two storey extension above the existing battery room and rear of the library with a glazed link; the installation of new glazed automatic sliding entrance doors, entrance lobby with ramp, repair of existing rooflights to the rear, installation of a glazed screen in place of roller shutters and internal glazed door to lift area and the removal of a partition wall.

 

12.1  The Planning Officer introduced the report, as set out within the agenda.

 

12.2  Nicola Baker (Assistant Director Community Services) spoke in support of the scheme, her comments are summarised as follows:-

 

§  This was included within the strategy for the development of libraries 2005.

§  Opportunity to regain the integrity of the building.

§  The Council had worked in consultation with the Clissold Library User Group and the scheme was also fully supported by the Cabinet Member for Community Services.

 

12.3  Steven Pidwell (architect) also spoke in support of the scheme, his comments are summarised as follows:-

 

§  Seek to re-establish the Edwardian simplicity of the building and all of the works will be complimentary to the existing building.

§  The suspended ceilings will be removed in order to bring back the glazed roof and also a revealing slot for ventilation.

§  The partitions will also be removed on the first floor to open up the space. 

§  The battery room will be retained and a glazed plane will take the place of the existing roller shutter.

§  The new section of the building will provide sonar hot water panels and rain water harvesting.

 

12.4  In response to questions from Councillor Desmond, it was explained that there would be a large illuminated sign above the door to inform people of its location and that due to the size limitations there would not be a dedicated coffee shop located within the building.  It was also confirmed that there was a courtyard to the rear of the building to accommodate bins.

 

RESOLVED that:-

 

 

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.  SCM2 – Materials to be approved

  Full details, with samples, of the materials to be used on the external surfaces of the building, including glazing, shall 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.

 

4.  SCM7 – Details to be approved (General)

  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.

 

1.  Detailed drawings of all joinery, including doors and windows and new partitions.

2.  Details of the treatment of the ceiling bulkhead in the lending library.

3.  Details of the restoration of the original ceilings in the entrance stair hall and the children’s’ library.

4.  Details of doors and windows.

5.  Details of the lettering above the entrance.

6.  Details of the proposed post book box.

 

5.  NS01 – Non-Standard

  No cleaning of the exterior of the building other than by nebulous water spray.

 

  REASON:  To prevent damage to the historic fabric of the building through abrasive cleaning techniques.

 

6.  NS02 – Non-Standard

  No re-pointing of the exterior of the building.

 

  REASON:  To ensure the integrity and special interest of the listed building is maintained.

 

7.  L3 – Details to Match Existing

(i)  The new joinery work shall match exactly the materials, dimension and profiles of existing original work, except where otherwise shown in the drawings hereby approved.

(ii)  All new external rainwater and soil pipes shall be formed in metal and painted black.

(iii)  All new partitions shall be scribed around the existing ornamental plaster mouldings.

 

REASON:  In order that the works approved are carried out in a satisfactory manner which safeguards the special historic and/or architectural interests of the building.

 

 

1.  SCB2 – Commencement within Three Years (LBC)

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

 

  REASON: In order to comply with the provisions of Section 18(a) of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990.

 

2.  SCL5 – Details of Structural Protection

  Detailed drawings showing the method by which the existing structure is to be supported and protected during building works so as to ensure the structural ability and integrity of all the elements which are to be retained shall be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority, in writing, before works commence on site.

 

  REASON:  To ensure the retention of those parts of the building which contribute to its special architectural and historic interests and to ensure they are not damaged during building works.

 

3.  L3 – Details to Match Existing

(i)  The new joinery work shall match exactly the materials, dimension and profiles of existing original work, except where otherwise shown in the drawings hereby approved.

(ii)  All new external rainwater and soil pipes shall be formed in metal and painted black.

(iv)  All new partitions shall be scribed around the existing ornamental plaster mouldings.

 

REASON:  In order that the works approved are carried out in a satisfactory manner which safeguards the special historic and/or architectural interests of the building.

 

4.  L6B – Original Features to be Retained (General)

All existing ornamental features including chimney pieces, plasterwork, architraves, panelling, doors and staircases balustrading shall remain undisturbed in their existing position and shall be fully protected during the course of works on site, unless specifically authorised otherwise on the drawings hereby approved.

 

REASON:  To ensure that those features which contribute to the special architectural and historic interests of the building are retained.

 

5.  NS01 – Non-Standard

No cleaning of the exterior of the building other than by nebulous water spray.

 

REASON:  To prevent damage to the historic fabric of the building through abrasive cleaning techniques.

 

6.  NS02 – Non-Standard

  No re-pointing of the exterior of the building.

 

REASON:  To ensure the integrity and special interest of the listed building is maintained.

 

7.  SCM7 – Details to be approved (General)

  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.

 

1.  Detailed drawings of all joinery, including doors and windows and new partitions.

2.  Details of the treatment of the ceiling bulkhead in the lending library.

3.  Details of the restoration of the original ceilings in the entrance stair hall and the children’s’ library.

4.  Details of doors and windows.

5.  Details of the lettering above the entrance.

6.  Details of the proposed post book box.

 

 

INFORMATIVES

 

1.  Policies contained in the Hackney Unitary Development Plan:

 

ST1 (Strategic Policy-Appropriate Development), ST2 Strategic Policy-Local Character), ST4 Strategic Policy-Design), EQ1 (Development Requirements).

 

2.  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, Dorothy Hodgkin House, 12 Reading Lane, London, E8 1HJ.  Telephone No: 020 8356 5000.  Before any building work (including improvements to means of escape and changes of use) is commenced on site, detailed plans, together with the appropriate application form must be submitted for approval and early consultation is advised.

 

3.  Hours of Building Works

 

Your attention is drawn to the provisions of Section 60 of the Control of Pollution Act 1974 which imposes requirements as to way in which building works are implemented including the hours during which the work may be carried out.  This Act is administered by the Council’s Pollution Control Service, 205 Morning Lane, London, E9 6JX (Telephone: 020 7356 5000) and you are advised to consult that Division at an early stage.

 

Listed Building Consent (Ref. 2008/2527):

 

1.  The Listed Building Consent is granted in conjunction with Planning Application ref. 2008/2525, and the same informatives apply.