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Note: Officers have recommended withdrawing application 18/1890/FUL (Malta Road) from Wednesday’s agenda
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Apologies Minutes: Apologies were received from Councillor McQueen. Councillor Thornburrow
attended as the Alternate. |
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Declarations of Interest Minutes:
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Minutes - to follow Minutes: Minutes were not presented to the committee for approval. |
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19/1616/FUL - 67-97A Campkin Road PDF 230 KB Minutes: The Committee received an application for
full planning permission. The application
sought approval for demolition of 32no existing flats and garages, and erection
of 75no new affordable dwellings, including 4no houses and 71no apartments, a
new community facility, car parking, landscaping and associated works. The Principal Planner referred members to the amendments contained in
the Amendment Sheet which dealt with an additional neighbour representation and
conditions proposed by the Local Lead Flood Authority following the withdrawal
of their objection to the application. The Principal Planner as part of his presentation proposed two
additional conditions, the first related to noise from the community centre
garden in order to protect residential amenity and the second was to require EV
charging points were provided in accordance with an approved plan. The Committee: Unanimously resolved to grant the application for planning
permission in accordance with the Officer recommendation, for the reasons set
out in the Officer’s report, subject to:
i.
the prior completion
of an Agreement under s106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 to secure
the planning obligations referenced in paragraphs 8.73 of the Officer’s report;
and
ii.
the planning conditions set out in
the Officer’s report; and
iii.
the following additional
conditions set out in the amendment sheet; and 37 (Surface Water Drainage) No development hereby permitted, with the exception of demolition, shall
be commenced until a surface water drainage scheme for the site, based on
sustainable drainage principles and in accordance with South Cambridgeshire
District Council local plan policies, has been submitted to and approved in
writing by the local planning authority. The scheme shall subsequently be
implemented in accordance with the approved details before the development is
occupied. The scheme shall also include: a) Details of the existing surface water drainage arrangements including
runoff rates for the QBAR, 3.3% Annual Exceedance Probability (AEP) (1 in 30)
and 1% AEP (1 in 100) storm events; b) Full results of the proposed drainage system modelling in the
above-referenced storm events (as well as 1% AEP plus climate change) ,
inclusive of all collection, conveyance, storage, flow control and disposal
elements and including an allowance for urban creep, together with a schematic
of how the system has been represented within the hydraulic model; c) Detailed drawings of the entire proposed surface water drainage
system, including levels, gradients, dimensions and pipe reference numbers and
all SuDS features; d) A plan of the drained site area and which part of the proposed
drainage system these will drain to; e) Full details of the proposed attenuation and flow control measures; f) Site Investigation and test results to confirm infiltration rates; g) Temporary storage facilities if the development is to be phased; h) A timetable for implementation if the development is to be phased; i) Details of overland flood flow routes in the event of system
exceedance, with demonstration that such flows can be appropriately managed on
site without increasing flood risk to occupants; j) Full details of the maintenance/adoption of the surface water
drainage system; k) Measures taken to prevent pollution of the receiving groundwater
and/or surface water; l) Formal agreement from a third party if discharging into their system
is proposed, including confirmation (and evidence where appropriate) that
sufficient capacity is available. The drainage scheme must adhere to the hierarchy of drainage options as
outlined in the NPPF PPG. Reason: To ensure that the proposed development can be adequately
drained and to ensure that there is no increased flood risk on or off site
resulting from the proposed development. 38 (Management and maintenance) Details for the long-term maintenance arrangements for the surface water
drainage system (including all SuDS features) to be submitted to and approved
in writing by the Local Planning Authority prior to the first occupation of any
of the buildings hereby permitted. The submitted details should identify runoff
sub-catchments, SuDS components, control structures, flow routes and outfalls.
In addition, the plan must clarify the access that is required to each surface
water management component for maintenance purposes. The maintenance plan shall
be carried out in full thereafter. Reason: To ensure the satisfactory maintenance of drainage systems that
are not publically adopted, in accordance with the requirements of paragraphs
163 and 165 of the National Planning Policy Framework. 39 (Foul Drainage) No building hereby permitted shall be occupied until foul water drainage
works have been implemented in accordance with details that have been submitted
to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. Reason: To ensure that the proposed development can be adequately
drained and to ensure that there is no increased flood risk on or off site
resulting from the proposed development. 40 Flood Evacuation Plan No building hereby permitted shall be occupied until a flood evacuation
plan has been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning
authority. Reason: To ensure that the proposed development is safe to access and
egress in the event of a flood. ADDITIONAL INFORMATIVES: INFORMATIVE: Finished
Floor Levels: The applicant is advised that the proposed finished floor levels are set
below the recommended freeboard allowance. The applicant has set out their
reasons for this – principally that the applicant’s modelling shows the
properties as not flooding and a higher finished floor level (relative to local
ground level) would result in impractical access ramps. Our preference would be
to provide more freeboard as a contingency. For the avoidance of doubt the
setting of finished floor levels (as with all other design choices) is
ultimately at the applicant’s risk and the Lead Local Flood Authority accept no
liability for consequences of the design.
The applicant is advised that, given the low amount of freeboard on the
finished floor levels, that they consider flood resilient construction
techniques and materials such as those outlined in the DCLG Improving the Flood
Performance of New Buildings - Flood Resilient Construction guidance: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data
/file/7730/flood_performance.pdf INFORMATIVE Green Roofs: All green roofs should be designed, constructed and maintained in line
with the CIRIA SuDS Manual (C753) and the Green Roof Code (GRO). INFORMATIVE Pollution Control: Surface water and groundwater bodies are highly vulnerable to pollution
and the impact of construction activities. It is essential that the risk of
pollution (particularly during the construction phase) is considered and
mitigated appropriately. It is important to remember that flow within the
watercourse is likely to vary by season and it could be dry at certain times
throughout the year. Dry watercourses should not be overlooked as these
watercourses may flow or even flood following heavy rainfall. iv.
The following additional
conditions tabled at committee and a) Music and amplified voice is prohibited in the external community
centre garden at all times. Reason: To protect the
amenity of properties from noise. (National Planning Policy Framework, Feb 2019
- paragraph 180 a) and b) and Cambridge
Local Plan 2018 - Policy 35: Protection of human health and quality of life
from noise and vibration) b) The electric vehicle charge points and associated infrastructure
as detailed in and as shown on drawing number CPK-EV01 - Electric Vehicle
Charging Points shall be the type / standard as detailed below and shall be
installed prior to use of the development hereby permitted is commenced and
retained thereafter, unless otherwise approved in writing by the Local Planning
Authority. The charging points shall
be designed and installed in accordance with BS EN 61851. Reason: In the interests of encouraging more sustainable
modes and forms of transport and to reduce the impact of development on local
air quality, in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF,
2019) paragraphs, 110, 170 and 181, Policy 36 of the Cambridge Local Plan
(2018) and Cambridge City Council's adopted Air Quality Action Plan (2018). v. An amendment to condition 35 to include maintenance details of green roof areas, with the specific wording being delegated to the Delivery Manager Development Management. |
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19/1167/FUL - Public Toilet, Silver Street PDF 198 KB Additional documents: Minutes: Councillor Thornburrow withdrew from the
Committee for items 19/1167/FUL and 19/1350/LBC and did not take part in the
discussion or decision making. The Consultant Planner gave an officer
presentation covering both 19/1167/FUL and 19/1350/LBC
planning applications. Members were advised that the two applications would be
debated at the same time but separate votes would need to be taken on each
application. The application 19/1167/FUL sought approval for refurbishment of
existing basement toilets and associated works to include the provision of a
new guard rail to the basement stairs, and the erection of a replacement
wheelchair accessible WC and kiosk (following demolition of the existing
wheelchair accessible WC structure). The application 19/1350/LBC
sought approval for the refurbishment of existing
basement toilets and associated works to include the provision of a new guard
rail to the basement stairs, and the erection of a replacement wheelchair
accessible WC and kiosk (following demolition of the existing wheelchair
accessible WC structure). The Consultant Planner referred members to the amendments contained in
the Amendment Sheet which included details for both the full planning
application and the listed building consent application. The Committee received two representations in objection to the
applications: The first representations covered the following issues: i.
Silver Street had always been a
place for tourists to congregate, this had become hazardous because of stalls, bicycle
racks and benches. Suggested that obstructions should be removed and that this
was an accident waiting to happen. ii.
Suggested the kiosk element of the
proposal should be reconsidered and that movement on the street would be
hampered. iii.
There was a high risk of accidents
in this area. The second representations covered the following issues:
i.
He was pleased to have contributed
to the Development Control Forum but had expected to see revised plans to
address safety concerns, access and trees.
ii.
Was disappointed that the
re-submitted plans had no significant amendments.
iii.
Requested that the application was
deferred because this was an important application
iv.
Expressed concerns about safety,
although there was a solid build line this was much closer to the street.
v.
A University representative no
longer suggested that disabled students used this street.
vi.
The pedestrian crossing had been
installed following a fatality in the area.
vii.
The Disability Panel and the City
Council’s Access Officer objected to the application. viii.
Suggested that the kiosk was
removed and replaced with an accessible toilet.
ix.
Said the design of the development
was reverse engineered.
x.
Commented that the trees would
need to be constantly pollarded and that there should be a tree replacement
strategy. Mr Mac Mahon (Applicant’s Agent) addressed the Committee in support of
the application. The Committee voted on the Planning Officer’s
recommendation to approve the application and this was lost by 4 votes to 2
with 1 abstention. Meeting paused for 10 minutes for officer's to consider
reasons for refusal. These were read out to Members and then the Planning
Delivery Manager suggested that rather than refuse the application, that
Members may want to consider whether the application could be deferred for the
Council (as applicant) to consider the areas of concern raised. The Committee resolved by 5 votes to 2 to nullify the
above decision. The Committee: Resolved (by 7 votes to 0) to defer the application for the following reasons: i.
Siting of building
and height ii.
Appearance of
electronic turnstile to basement iii.
Location of
entrance to accessible toilet. iv.
Further
information on the Water Management Strategy |
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19/1350/LBC - Public Toilet, Silver Street PDF 198 KB Minutes: Councillor Thornburrow withdrew from the
Committee for this item and did not take part in the discussion or decision
making. The Delivery Manager Development Management
recommended deferring this item for the same reasons given for 19/1167/FUL - Public Toilet, Silver Street. The Committee: Resolved (by 7
votes to 0) to defer the application. |
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18/1890/FUL - Family Centre, Malta Road PDF 184 KB Minutes: Withdrawn from the agenda to allow a public consultation to be carried out. |
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19/1389/TDAMIN - Cambs and Hunts Health Authority, 18 Vinery Road PDF 179 KB Minutes: The Committee received an application for technical details
consent for construction of 9 dwellings and means of access, following
demolition of redundant Health Authority offices (pursuant to grant of
19/0769/PIP for Permission in Principle for residential development of 9
dwellings). The Senior Planner updated his report by referring to amended
wording of condition 9 (Agreed by Environmental Health 03.03.2020) as set out
on the Amendment Sheet. Mr Mead (Applicant’s Agent) addressed the Committee in support of the
application. The Committee: Resolved (by 7
votes to 1) to grant the application for technical details consent in accordance with the Officer recommendation, for
the reasons set out in the Officer’s report, and subject to the conditions recommended
by the Officer including the amendment to condition 9. |
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19/1506/FUL - 4 Huntingdon Road PDF 127 KB Minutes: The
Committee received an application for change of use from 9
bedroom guest house (Use C1) to 9 bedroom House in Multiple Occupation (Use
Sui Generis). Mr Stubbings (Applicant) addressed the Committee in support of the
application. The Committee: Unanimously
resolved to grant the application for change of use permission in accordance with the Officer recommendation, for the
reasons set out in the Officer’s report, and subject to the conditions
recommended by the Officer. |
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19/1409/FUL - 38 Pakenham Close PDF 124 KB Minutes: The Committee received an
application for retrospective application for change of use from 6 bedroom HMO (use Class C4) to 7 bedroom HMO (Sui generis). The Committee: Resolved (by 6
votes to 1) to grant the application for planning permission
in accordance with the Officer recommendation, for the reasons set out in the
Officer’s report, and subject to the conditions recommended by the Officer. |
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19/1301/FUL - 23 Garden Walk PDF 128 KB Minutes: The Committee received an application for
full planning permission. The application
sought approval for 2x new build one bed semi-detached incidental garden style
properties to the rear of 23 Garden Walk The Senior Planner updated his report to include Condition 11 amendments
(cycle parking and bin storage details to be confirmed prior to development). Councillor
Thornburrow proposed amendments to the Officer’s recommendation to include a: i. Landscape control condition to protect the amenity of
the site. ii. Fire hydrant informative. These amendments were carried
unanimously. Councillor Porrer
proposed an amendment to the Officer’s recommendation to require planting of a
mulberry tree. This amendment was carried
unanimously. The Committee: Resolved (by 4
votes to 3) to grant the application for planning permission in accordance with the
Officer recommendation, for the reasons set out in the Officer’s report,
subject to:
i.
the planning conditions set out in
the Officer’s report, plus amendments to condition 11; [and]
ii.
amendment to condition 4 to make
reference to a Mulberry Tree and landscape control condition to protect the
amenity of the site [and]
iii.
include an informative relating to
fire hydrants. |
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19/1290/FUL - 32 Arbury Road PDF 119 KB Minutes: The application sought approval for change of use of the ground floor
for the existing Veterinary Practice to expand into, and first floor to remain
residential. The Senior Planner updated his report to include: i.
Condition to control access. ii.
Amendment to paragrapgh 8.8. Mr Loxley (Applicant’s Agent) addressed the Committee in support of the
application. The Committee: Unanimously
resolved to grant the application for planning permission
in accordance with the Officer recommendation, for the reasons set out in the
Officer’s report and Amendment Sheet, and subject to the conditions recommended
by the Officer: i.
Condition to control access. ii.
Para 8.8 was amended to the following: The
proposed first floor flat has been amended to a three bedroom flat served by a
separate kitchen and living room and two bathrooms. The proposed flat would
have a gross internal floor area of approximately 110m². The minimum gross internal
floor area for a 3 bedroom (5 person) single level residential dwelling, as
stipulated in policy 50 of the Cambridge Local Plan, is 86m². The proposed
self-contained flat would exceed this requirement and therefore, would provide
an appropriate standard of internal accommodation. |
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19/0763/FUL - 305 Hills Road PDF 132 KB Minutes: The Committee received an application for
demolition of an existing dwelling and erection of a single dwelling together
with access and landscaping. The Applicant’s Agent addressed the Committee in support of the
application. Councillor
Thornburrow proposed an Informative on boundary treatment to enable free
movement for hedgehogs. The Committee supported this proposal. Councillor Porrer
proposed a Condition to install an electric vehicle charging point. The Committee supported this proposal. Councillor
Thornburrow proposed that a Condition be added that details of the cycle and
bin storage be submitted for officer approval.
The Committee supported this proposal by 6 votes to 0. The Committee: Unanimously
resolved to grant the application for planning permission
in accordance with the Officer recommendation, for the reasons set out in the
Officer’s report, subject to the conditions recommended by the Officer and the
additional Conditions and Informative set out above. |
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19/0724/FUL - 184 Perne Road PDF 177 KB Minutes: The Committee received an application for a
hip to gable roof extension with rear box dormer and juliet
balcony, single storey side and rear extension. Subdivision of house to form 2
flats. The Committee received representation in objection to the application
from a resident of Perne Road. The representations covered the following issues: i.
There is an adequate supply of
flats in the city. ii.
Noise transference from proposed
living room to neighbour’s bedroom. iii.
Inappropriate roof extension. iv.
Need to preserve semi-detached
homes. v.
Smaller gardens, lack of amenity
and bio-diversity. vi.
Overbearing nature of the
extension. The Committee requested that an Informative be added to address the
objector’s referred noise transference. The officers would consider whether it
was possible to draft an appropriate Informative. The Committee: Unanimously
resolved to grant the application for planning permission
in accordance with the Officer recommendation, for the reasons set out in the
Officer’s report, and subject to the conditions recommended by the Officer
including an Informative as referred to above. |
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19/0866/FUL - 67 Perne Road PDF 191 KB Minutes: The Committee received an application for a
proposed rear extension to include loft extension to convert 3 bed dwelling
into 3 no. flats. The Committee was advised that an additional 14 day consultation period
applied to this application. It was
appropriate for the Committee to consider the application on the understanding
that if there were material issues raised during the consultation it was be
re-submitted for determination. The
responses to the consultation would be provided to the Chair, Vice Chair and
spokes. The Committee: Resolved (by 7
votes to 0) to grant the application for planning permission
in accordance with the Officer recommendation, for the reasons set out in the
Officer’s report, and subject to any material points arising in the further
consultation period. |
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Objection to TPO 37_2019 - Newmarket Road PDF 280 KB Minutes: The Committee
received an application to confirm or not to confirm a Tree Preservation
Order 37/2019 at 393-395 Newmarket Road. The Committee: Unanimously
resolved to approve the
Officer’s recommendation to confirm City of Cambridge Tree Preservation Order 37/2019. |
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Objection to TPO 40_2019 - 291 Arbury Road PDF 263 KB Minutes: The Committee
received an application to confirm or not to confirm a Tree Preservation
Order 40/2019 at 291 Arbury Road. The Committee: Unanimously
resolved to approve the
Officer’s recommendation to confirm City of Cambridge Tree Preservation Order
40/2020. |