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Great Waltham Parish Council - Planning Committee

Report of the Planning Committee meeting held on Monday 3rd September 2007 at Great Waltham Village Hall

Present:

Chairman: Mr Braisby

Councillors: Mrs Harper, Mrs Slater (with the exception of item 4a) Messrs, Huggins and Blaber.

1. Apologies for Absence.
Were received from Mr Bell, Mr Micklem, Mr Greenwood, Mr Jackson and Mr Steel.

2. To receive Mr Cameron Geddes, Indigo Public Affairs who has requested a meeting with the Parish Council to find out what issues local people and organisations would have with possible planning applications for development to the north west of Chelmsford.
Mr Geddes referred to land in the control of Persimmon to the north west of Chelmsford – an area around the Chignal Estate and the Newlands Spring area. The meeting indicated that the area lacked infrastructure and could exacerbate traffic problems for residents of Great Waltham Parish who used the Chignal Road and Broomfield Road to travel to Chelmsford. The area proposed was not one of the CBC preferred options. It was pointed out that the Parish Council supported the preferred options as put forward by CBC for development in the North Springfield area and Broomfield with a cross valley link and it would be unlikely that the Parish Council would support development of the area proposed by Persimmon. Mr Geddes was given a copy of the Great Waltham Village Design Statement.

3. Report of Planning Applications determined by the LPA’s since the last meeting.
There were no determinations reported.

4. To consider and comment upon the following planning applications.

(a) 07/01628/FUL Oak Cottage, Mill Road, North End –Proposal- Alterations to annexe building without complying with condition 3 of original approval reference 06/00661/FUL (alterations to windows in east elevation).


Report of the Planning Committee meeting held on Monday 17th September 2007 at Great Waltham Village Hall

Present:

Chairman: Mr Braisby

Councillors: Mrs Harper, Mrs Slater, Messrs, Huggins, Steel, Blaber, Bell, Jackson, Micklem and Greenwood.

1. Apologies for Absence.
Were received from Mrs Dickinson.

2. Report of Planning Applications determined by the LPA’s since the last meeting.
A report of applications determined since the last meeting was presented.

3. To consider and comment upon the following planning applications.

(a) 07/01637 Butlers Hall, Littley Green Road, Great Waltham for erection of cart lodge and store.

Comments : The Parish Council has no objections to the application but note a concern expressed by the neighbour regarding a possible problem with the water table as a result of the development.

(b) 07/01719/FUL Redes, Main Road, Ford End –Proposal - Single storey 5 bay cartlodge.

(i) The Parish Council believes that the plans are inaccurate as regards the boundary and the ownership of a boundary fence to be replaced. It is believed that the fence referred to is not owned by the applicant.

(ii) The Parish Council expresses concern regarding potential light impact on neighbouring dwelling.

(iii) The Parish Council have noted that Tree Preservation Orders were recently served on this site and ask CBC to bear in mind the impact of the development upon those TPO’s.

(iv) The Parish Council asks that a condition be imposed to only allow the building to be used as ancillary to the existing dwelling for private use only by the resident.

(c) 07/01664/FUL, 7 Duffries Close, Great Waltham, - Proposal Single storey extensions to front and rear.

Comments: The Parish Council has no objections to this application.

4 To confirm comments made between meetings on planning application 07/01603/FUL 20 Mashbury Road, Great Waltham Proposal Rear conservatory.

Comments: The Parish Council has no objections to this application.


Report of the Planning Committee meeting held on Monday 15th October 2007 at Ford End Village Hall

Present:

Chairman: Mrs Dickinson

Councillors: Mrs Harper, Messrs, Huggins, Braisby, Steel, Blaber (from item 3), Bell, Jackson, Micklem and Greenwood.

1. Apologies for Absence.
Were received from Mrs Slater.

2. Report of Planning Applications determined by the LPA’s since the last meeting.
A report of applications determined since the last meeting was presented.

3. To consider and comment upon the following planning applications.

(a) 07/01799/FUL 1 Gravel Pit Cottages, Margaret Woods Road, Great Waltham. Proposal Replacement dwelling.

Comments :
The Parish Council wishes to support the application. The Parish Council likes the design of the proposed dwelling and feels that it is not out of keeping with other dwellings in the area. Furthermore the Parish Council feels that the large site can support a dwelling of this size.

The Parish Council would however point out that there are policies within the Chelmsford Borough Local Plan which do not support this application.

Additionally there is a guideline within the Great Waltham Village design statement which says ‘There is no support for further ‘executive’ properties’. This guideline was published in 2002 and was considered by the Parish Council who felt that the VDS may now require review.


Report of the Planning Committee meeting held on Monday 5th November 2007 at Great Waltham Village Hall

1. Record of Members present

Chairman: Mrs Dickinson

Councillors: Mrs Harper, Messrs Braisby, Blaber, Bell (from item 6(a), Micklem and Greenwood.

2. Apologies for Absence
Were received from Mr Huggins, Mr Jackson, Mr Steel and Mrs Slater

3. Declarations of interests (existence and nature) with regard to items on the agenda.
There was none

4. Public Participation session with respect to items on the agenda.
There was none

5. Report of Planning Applications determined by the LPA’s since the last meeting.A report of applications determined since the last meeting was presented.

6. To consider and comment upon the following planning applications.

07/01926/FUL Fairview Farm, Littley Green Road, Littley Green – proposal – covered way to porch, linking house with annex.

Comments: The Parish Council has no objections to this application provided that there is no change of use for the annexe.

07/02004/FUL Land between Brook House and Little Dene, Main Road, Ford End – proposal – revised application to previously approved dwelling (07/00716/FUL)

Comments: The Parish Council supports this application.


Report of the Planning Committee meeting held on Monday 19th November 2007 at Great Waltham Village Hall

1. Record of Members present

Chairman: Mrs Dickinson

Councillors: Mrs Harper, Mrs Slater (Item6a onwards) Messrs Braisby, Jackson, Huggins Blaber, Bell, Steel, Micklem and Greenwood.

Also Present

Borough Councillors, Taylor, Ashford and Patient 
Mr J Rowntree.

2. Apologies for Absence
There were none

3. Declarations of interests (existence and nature) with regard to items on the agenda.
Mr Braisby declared an interest in item 6a and left the meeting whilst the application was considered.

4. Public Participation session with respect to items on the agenda.
Mr J Rowntree spoke on application 07/02088/FUL

5. Report of Planning Applications determined by the LPA’s since the last meeting.
A report of applications determined since the last meeting was presented.

6. To consider and comment upon the following planning applications.

07/02075/OUT Land Adjacent Top Cottage, Littley Green Road, Littley Green Proposal: Erection of dwelling house.

Comments: The Parish Council is unable to support this application as it is contrary to the Chelmsford Local Plan policies.

07/02088/FUL Robins, Parsonage Lane, Howe Street, Proposal Conversion of garage to habitable space with rear extension and single storey side extension.

Comments:
The position of the houses as shown on the plan is inaccurate and does not indicate the relationship between the proposed extension to the garage and the adjacent dwelling. A site visit is therefore recommended.

The extension to the garage will result in a loss of light to the neighbouring property.

The proposed new entrance to the site is immediately adjacent to the pedestrian entry to Howe Street Playing Field and almost opposite the junction of Parsonage Lane with Lucks Lane. The proposed new entrance in this position will increase the danger for users of the field and the junction.

The addition of a bedroom to this dwelling will effect the availability of smaller dwelling in the housing stock within Howe Street village.


Report of the Planning Committee meeting held on Monday 10th December 2007 at Great Waltham Village Hall

1. Record of Members present

Chairman: Mrs Dickinson

Councillors: Mrs Harper, Messrs Jackson, Blaber, Bell, and Greenwood.

Also present

Borough Councillor Malcolm Taylor, Mr A Passmore.

2. Apologies for Absence

Were received from Mr Braisby, Mr Micklem and Mr Steel

3. Declarations of interests (existence and nature) with regard to items on the agenda.

There were none

4. Public Participation session with respect to items on the agenda.

There was none

5. Report of Planning Applications determined by the LPA’s since the last meeting.

There were no determinations to report

6. To consider and comment upon the following planning applications.

(a) 07/02195/FUL Redes, Main Road, Ford End for Single storey cartlodge (3 bay unit).

Comments:

(i) The Parish Council believes that the plans are inaccurate as regards the boundary and the ownership of a boundary fence to be replaced. It is believed that the fence referred to is not owned by the applicant.

(ii) The Parish Council expresses concern regarding potential light impact on neighbouring dwelling.

(iii) The Parish Council have noted that Tree Preservation Orders were recently served on this site and ask CBC to bear in mind the impact of the development upon those TPO’s.

(iv) The Parish Council asks that a condition be imposed to only allow the building to be used as ancillary to the existing dwelling for private use only by the resident.

Report of the Planning Committee meeting held on Thursday 3rd January 2008 at Great Waltham Village Hall

1. Record of Members present
Chairman: Mr Jackson
Councillors: Messrs Huggins, Braisby, Blaber, Bell, and Greenwood.

2. Apologies for Absence
Were received from Mrs Dickinson, Mrs Harper, Mr Micklem and Mr Steel

3. Declarations of interests (existence and nature) with regard to items on the agenda.
There were none

4. Public Participation session with respect to items on the agenda.
There was none

5. Report of Planning Applications determined by the LPA’s since the last meeting.
A report of applications determined since the last meeting was given.

6. To consider and comment upon the following planning applications.

(a) 07/02308/FUL Margaret Woods Farm, Margaret Woods Road, Broads Green for change of use of redundant agricultural building to B1 (office) use.

Comments: The Parish Council welcomes the use of redundant farm buildings for this purpose.

(b) 07/02350/FUL Red Barns, Warners Farm, Main Road, Howe Street for change of use of redundant agricultural building to B8 storage use.

Comments: The application for storage implies traffic movement for the delivery and collection of the items stored. There is no information on the application form relating to traffic movements except to indicate current nil and future nil although there is one reference to ‘unknown’. The Parish Council are concerned that the use of the building for storage purposes could generate traffic. The building proposed for storage is close to the main A130 and all traffic movements to and from the site should be via the A 130 and no movement of traffic should take place through Howe Street village.

The Parish Council requests that the planning officer investigates the traffic movements involved with the proposed storage more deeply and should it be found that traffic movements are involved that a fresh application is made which can then be considered by the Parish Council.

(c) 07/02427/FUL 10, Fanners Green, Great Waltham for two storey side extension.

Comments: The Parish Council welcomes the enhancement of this property.

(d) 07/02351/FUL 2, Duffries Close, Great Waltham for demolition of single storey side accommodation and replacement with part two storey part single storey side extension together with single storey rear extension. Bay window and porch alteration together with new vehicular access.

Comments: The Parish Council has no comments to make on this application.

(e) 07/02458/FUL Waltham House Cottage, Lucks Lane, Howe Street for two storey rear extension and side porch extension.

Comments: The Parish Council has no comments to make on this application.

 


Report of the Planning Committee meeting held on Thursday 21st January 2008 at Ford End Village Hall

1. Record of Members present
Chairman: Mrs Dickinson
Councillors: Mrs Harper, Mrs Slater, Messrs Huggins, Braisby, Steel, Bell, and Micklem.

Also present:
Borough Councillor Taylor
Mrs V Hodges

2. Apologies for Absence
Were received from Mr Jackson and Mr Greenwood

3. Declarations of interests (existence and nature) with regard to items on the agenda.
There were none

4. Public Participation session with respect to items on the agenda.
Mrs Hodges spoke regarding a planning application which was currently being made regarding 4, Lakeview Cottage, Chelmsford Road, Great Waltham. A copy of the application had been delivered to the Parish Council and would be circulated to councillors. Mrs Hodges would be informed when the application was to be considered as an agenda item by the Parish Council.

5. Report of Planning Applications determined by the LPA’s since the last meeting.
A report of applications determined since the last meeting was given.

6. To consider and comment upon the following planning applications.

(a) 08/00033/FUL Ferndale, Main Road, Howe Street for First floor front extension with 1 dormer window, pitched roof over existing garage, first floor rear and single storey rear extensions with front porch.

Comments: The Parish Council expresses concern at the effect that this development will have on the neighbouring property in terms of loss of privacy and light.


Report of the Planning Committee meeting held on Monday 11th February 2008 at Great Waltham Village Hall

1. Record of Members present

Chairman: Mr J Bell

Councillors: Mrs Slater, Messrs Huggins, Blaber and Greenwood

It should be noted that the meeting was inquorate but continued as a result of the deadline for comments on the planning applications.

2. Apologies for Absence
Were received from Mr Jackson, Mrs Dickinson, Mr Steel, Mrs Harper, Mr Braisby and Mr Micklem.

3. Declarations of interests (existence and nature) with regard to items on the agenda.
There were none

4. Public Participation session with respect to items on the agenda.
No members of the public were present.

5. Report of Planning Applications determined by the LPA’s since the last meeting.
A report of applications determined since the last meeting was given.

6. To consider and comment upon the following planning applications.

07/02499/FUL Butlers, Littley Green Road, Littley Green for Erection of single storey side extension with basement.

Comments: The Parish Council feels that the finish of the extension should be in plasterwork to match that of the existing building.

(b) 07/02504/LBC Butlers, Littley Green Road, Littley Green for Erection of single storey side extension with access from existing opening.

Comments: The Parish Council feels that the finish of the extension should be in plasterwork to match that of the existing building.

(c) 08/00133/FUL Elm Cottage, The Village, Great Waltham for Rear conservatory and linked porch to garage.

Comments: The Parish Council has no comments to make on this application,

(d) 08/00107/FUL Ragwood, Hatchfields, Great Waltham for Proposed two storey side extension with rear facing dormer and new screen wall to front.

Comments: The Parish Council has no comments to make on this application,

(e) 08/00142/FUL 1 Chapel Cottages, Littley Green Road, Littley Green for Two storey rear extension to existing semi-detached dwelling.

Comments: The Parish Council has no comments to make on this application,

 


Report of the Planning Committee meeting held on Monday 18th February 2008 at Great Waltham Village Hall

1. Record of Members present

Chairman: Mr P Jackson

Councillors: Mrs Slater, Messrs Micklem, Bell, Greenwood, Blaber and Braisby.

Also present

Mr Graeme Chalk

2. Apologies for Absence
Were received from Mr Steel, Mrs Dickinson, and Mrs Harper.

3. Declarations of interests (existence and nature) with regard to items on the agenda.
There were none

4. Public Participation session with respect to items on the agenda.
Mr Graeme Chalk spoke about planning application 08/00260/FUL 12, Bridge Croft, Howe Street, for two storey side extension, front porch and detached garage. Mr Chalk expressed concern that the two storey high wall would be an overbearing development and overshadow the sundeck in the garden outside the French windows of his property. Mr Chalk also indicated that extending the front of the house would have a great impact on the cul-de-sac. There were some dimensions missed from the plan and concern was expressed that if the development were permitted then there may be insufficient space to carry out work on his garage. It was also pointed out that the boundary shown on the plan was not strictly correct. Concern was also expressed regarding the considerable effect on parking in the cul-de-sac end of Bridgecroft. It was expressed that the extension was out of place with the surroundings and would be extremely detrimental to the area. The concerns were noted by the Parish Council and would be considered when planning application was considered for comment on 3rd March 2008.

5. Report of Planning Applications determined by the LPA’s since the last meeting.
A report of applications determined since the last meeting was given.

6. To consider and comment upon the following planning applications.
There were no applications for consideration.


Report of the Planning Committee meeting held on Thursday 3rd March 2008 at Great Waltham Village Hall

1. Record of Members present

Chairman: Mr Jackson

Councillors: Messrs Huggins, Braisby, Blaber, Micklem, and Greenwood.

Also Present: Mrs V Healy, Mr L Healy, Mr J Rowntree and Mr K Derry

2. Apologies for Absence

Were received from Mrs Dickinson, Mrs Harper, Mr Bell and Mr Steel

3. Declarations of interests (existence and nature) with regard to items on the agenda.

There were none

4. Public Participation session with respect to items on the agenda.

Mrs V Healy spoke regarding item 6a describing the application and indicated that a previous application for conversion of the garage into habitable accommodation had received planning permission. This application was for an in and out driveway and to increase the hard standing to the front of the house. This she claimed would improve road safety, the highway could be accessed in forward gear and the site lines for egress onto the highway from the property were improved.

Mr J Rowntree spoke regarding item 6a and pointed out that although Lucks Lane was no entry at one end there were two way vehicle movements within Lucks Lane. Mr Rowntree pointed out that the drawing accompanying the application did not show an in and out driveway. He further pointed out that if the garage were used then there would be space for three cars. Mr Rowntree indicated that an in and out driveway would be better than what was currently there.

Mr K Derry read a statement which commented upon the objections which had been made by three residents of Bridgecroft regarding the planning application 6b. Mr Derry’s statement gave explanations of his point of view on each of the areas of concern made by the objectors and made comments in support of the application. Mr Derry felt that the application would enhance the cul-de-sac.

5. Report of Planning Applications determined by the LPA’s since the last meeting.

There were no determinations to report.

6. To consider and comment upon the following planning applications.

(a)08/00247/FUL Robins, Parsonage Lane, Howe Street for creation of new vehicle crossover.

Comments: The Parish Council understands from the applicant that the application is for an in and out driveway. This is not clear from the drawing provided with the application. The Parish Council wishes to support an in and out driveway.

(b) 08/00260/FUL 12, Bridge Croft, Howe Street, for two storey side extension, front porch and detached garage.

Two letters commenting adversely on the application and one letter of support for the application were read to the meeting.

Comments: The Parish Council expresses concern as follows:

(i) The proposal is a rather large expansion of the house from four to six bedrooms.

(ii) Even with the revised plans for the garage it remains a cause of concern as it would infringe upon the openness of the cul-de-sac area.

(iii) The landscaping at the front of number 12 would virtually disappear.

(iv) The proposed development upsets the balance of the housing stock within the cul-de-sac.

(v) The changes will detract from the appearance and nature of the cul-de-sac and may create a precedent for further applications to develop large properties.

(vi) The effect regarding the impact of the extension upon the neighbouring garden.

(vii) Should the application be approved the Parish Council expresses concern regarding the future of the trees on the site.

(c) 08/00299/FUL Duffries Cottage,South Street,Great Waltham, Proposal Single storey rear extension.

Comments: The Parish Council supports this application as it enhances the character of the building.

(d) 08/00300/LBC Duffries Cottage, South Street, Great Waltham for Removal of existing sun lounge wall and roof, removal of existing ground floor bedroom and construction of new sun lounge and bedroom on ground floor.

Comments: The Parish Council supports this application as it enhances the character of the building.

(e) 08/00234/FUL The Green Man, Main Road, Howe Street Proposal Application to reduce the entire height of the existing timber fence to the front of the premises to 1.2m high and to be painted green.

Comments: The Parish Council supports this application as it enhances the character of the building. The Parish Council would however prefer the fence to be stained in a brown colour rather than painted green.

7. Sodium Lights at Jobs Orchard, Breeds Road, Great Waltham.

Mr Greenwood spoke of a complaint which he had received regarding the orange sodium lighting installed at Jobs Orchard, Breeds Road, Great Waltham and the effect this had on light spillage in the surrounding area. It was agreed to refer the matter to Chelmsford Borough Council Environmental Services Department to enable advice to be given to the owner of the land which would allow the lighting system to be improved so that it was not so intrusive on the surrounding rural area.


Report of the Planning Committee meeting held on Monday 17th March 2008 at Great Waltham Village Hall

1. Record of Members present

Chairman: Mrs A Dickinson

Councillors: Mrs Harper, Messrs Micklem, Bell, Greenwood, Huggins, Jackson, Blaber and Braisby.

Also present

Borough Councillor Ashford

Borough Councillor Taylor

Mr G Lee, Mr D Howton

2. Apologies for Absence

Were received from Mr Steel and Mrs Slater.

3. Declarations of interests (existence and nature) with regard to items on the agenda.

There were none

4. Public Participation session with respect to items on the agenda.

There was none

5. Report of Planning Applications determined by the LPA’s since the last meeting.

A report of applications determined since the last meeting was given.

6. To consider and comment upon the following planning applications.

(a) 08/00309/LBC The Old Vicarage, Great Waltham for Re-opening of previously blocked window to lounge on east elevation. Conversion of cellar to habitable accommodation and alterations to master bedroom.

Comments; The Parish Council have no objection or comments to make on this application.

(b) 08/05508/CAT The Old Vicarage, Great Waltham for works to trees – fastigate Yew on roadside boundary opposite The Beehive PH, fell to ground and kill stump, 2 x Yew on roadside boundary opposite The Beehive PH – crown lift to 3m cutting to branch collar; 1 x Holly and 1 x Yew on southern side of entrance – fell to ground and kill stumps; group of 7 Holly near Redwood – fell to ground and kill stumps; Holly opposite neighbouring property on corner of The Village – fell to ground; Laburnum in south-west part of garden – fell to ground; Mock Orange in south-west part of garden – coppice; Lilac near Copper Beech – coppice.

It was agreed that Mr Jackson would visit the applicant. Following the visit if any comments were felt to be appropriate then the clerk would be informed. Any comments made would be ratified at the next Planning Committee meeting.

(c) 08/00247/FUL Robins, Parsonage Lane, Howe Street for creation of additional vehicle crossover to create in/out driveway (Amendments to previous application.)

Comments: The revised plans received under cover of the letter dated 6th March 2008 now show clearly the proposal for an in and out driveway.

The Parish Council wish to support the construction of an in and out driveway.


Report of the Planning Committee meeting held on Monday 21st April 2008 at Great Waltham Village Hall

1. Record of Members present

Chairman: Mrs A Dickinson

Councillors: Mrs Harper, Mrs Slater (Item 5a and b) Messrs Steel, Bell , Greenwood , Huggins, Jackson , Blaber and Braisby.     

Also present

Mrs V Hodges

2. Apologies for Absence

Were received from Mr Micklem.

3. Declarations of interests (existence and nature) with regard to items on the agenda.

There were none

4. Public Participation session with respect to items on the agenda.

Mrs Hodges asked if any member wished to raise any question with regard to item 5 (a) or 5(b).

5. Report of Planning Applications determined by the LPA’s since the last meeting.

A report of applications determined since the last meeting was given.

6. To consider and comment upon the following planning applications.

(a) 08/00576/CAC Land Adjacent to 4, Lakeview Cottages, Chelmsford Road, Great Waltham for demolition of garage/workshop.

Comments;  This application is supported by the Parish Council – please see the comments made on application number 08/00578/FUL which supports the application for the new dwelling.

 

(b) 08/00578/FUL Land Adjacent to 4, Lakeview Cottages, Chelmsford Road , Great Waltham for Proposed new two bedroom cottage.

Comments;

1. The application is supported by the Parish Council – it is also supported by the Great Waltham Village design statement as follows – The VDS supports:

A small number of new dwellings

Sympathetic Infill development

Modest edge of village development

Two bedroom starter homes

All new development should be no different in scale to that of the surrounding buildings.

New buildings should respect the existing scale and form and conform to the Essex Design Guide

Materials should be chosen from the traditional range of building materials

For all of these reasons the proposal falls within the VDS Guidelines and is therefore supported.

2. The proposal introduces a dwelling within the ‘affordable’ range and therefore adds to the housing stock of the local area.

3. The proposal is sustainable being close to school, shops and public transport.

4. The Parish Council appreciates that the proposal falls outside the village development envelope but feels that this application should be considered on its merits which are listed within the comments above.

(c) 08/00586/FUL The Gables, Hyde Hall Lane , Great Waltham for Conversion of integral garage to habitable accommodation and erection of new detached garage.

Comments; The Parish Council would support the application provided that the proposed new garage is moved closer to the Gables – modern development- and away from the listed cottage within the garden of the application site.

(d) 08/00648/FUL Chuffs, Main Road , Howe Street for rear conservatory.

Comments; The Parish Council have no objection or comments to make on this application.


Report of the Planning Committee meeting held on Monday 28th April 2008 at Great Waltham Village Hall

1. Record of Members present

Chairman: Mr P Jackson

Councillors: Mrs Harper, Messrs Steel, Bell, Greenwood, Huggins, Micklem and Blaber.

Also present

Mrs J Palmer and Mr I Gowers

2. Apologies for Absence

Were received from Mrs Dickinson, Mrs Slater and Mr Braisby

3. Declarations of interests (existence and nature) with regard to items on the agenda.

There were none

4. Public Participation session with respect to items on the agenda.

Mrs Palmer and Mr Gowers spoke against the proposal for the erection of a bungalow in the garden of number 28, Cherry Garden Road, Great Waltham on the grounds of overdevelopment, parking problems, omissions on the application and foul drainage issues.

5. Report of Planning Applications determined by the LPA’s since the last meeting.

There were none.

6. To consider and comment upon the following planning applications.

(a) 08/00582/FUL 28, Cherry Garden Road, Great Waltham for erection of bungalow.

Comments:

1. The Parish Council feels that the proposal does not fit within the layout of Cherry Garden Road. In the immediate area of the proposed development locally known as ‘the square’ there is a symmetry to the design and layout of the development which would be destroyed by the proposed development, to the detriment of the appearance of the area.

2. The plans accompanying the application make no mention of the demolition of part of the existing dwelling (No 28, Cherry Garden Road). The proposals would not be possible without the partial demolition.

3. The proposed development would reduce the number of ‘off road’ parking spaces within Cherry Garden Road which already suffers from severe parking problems as a result of the lack of dropped kerbs that can be provided to gain access directly to houses which lie to the back of the grassed areas. The roadway is also narrow. The proposal indicates that two off road parking spaces would be provided for the new dwelling – it is difficult to see how this can happen without the removal of further hedging (the application indicates that no hedging will be removed). Furthermore the existing dwelling number 28 currently has two off road parking spaces. If the development is carried out number 28 will have no off road parking space.

4. The Parish Council comment that all hedges and trees should be retained.

5. Foul drainage in Cherry Garden Road has severe difficulties with the existing demands and this proposal would lead to an exacerbation of that problem. In this particular area the foul sewage has ‘backed up ‘ on several occasions. In 2007 Chelmsford Borough Council wrote to the residents of Cherry Garden Road following drainage problems indicating that blockages in the foul sewer would be charged to the residents.

6. The proposals are contrary to the Great Waltham Village Design Statement which says in relation to Cherry Garden Road ‘In addition to the general guidelines shown, the following points apply:

  • Any new development should provide terraced housing or pairs of houses
  • Alterations and extensions should complement the existing character of the area
  • Boundary treatment, if any, should consist of privet hedges or mixed native species hedges if on the edge of the village.

(b) 08/00685/FUL Graces, Larks Lane, Broads Green for replacement detached single garage.

Comments: The Parish Council supports the proposals within this application.


Report of the Planning Committee meeting held on Monday 12th May 2008 at Great Waltham Village Hall

1. Record of Members present

Chairman: Mr P Braisby

Councillors: Mrs Harper, Mrs Slater (Item 6b), Messrs Huggins, Micklem and Blaber.

2. Apologies for Absence

Were received from Mrs Dickinson, Mr Steel, Mr Jackson, Mr Bell and Mr Greenwood.

3. Declarations of interests (existence and nature) with regard to items on the agenda.

Mr Micklem declared an interest in item 6b.

4. Public Participation session with respect to items on the agenda.

There were no members of the public present

5. Report of Planning Applications determined by the LPA’s since the last meeting.

A report was given.

6. To consider and comment upon the following planning applications.

08/00707/FUL Rose Cottage, Larks Lane, Broads Green for demolition of existing porch and erection of single storey front extension.

Comments: The Parish Council has no objections to this application.

08/00726/FUL Humphreys Farm, Humphreys Farm Lane, Great Waltham for Agricultural barn for livestock.

Mr Micklem declared an interest.

Comments: The Parish Council supports the application and the local initiative for local enterprise to produce quality food.


Report of the Planning Committee meeting held on Monday 19th May 2008 at Great Waltham Village Hall

1. Record of Members present

Chairman: Mrs A Dickinson

Councillors: Mrs Slater, Messrs Bell, Greenwood, Huggins, Jackson, Blaber and Micklem.

2. Apologies for Absence

Were received from Mr Braisby, Mr Steel and Mrs Harper.

3. Declarations of interests (existence and nature) with regard to items on the agenda.

There were none

4. Public Participation session with respect to items on the agenda.

There was none.

5. Report of Planning Applications determined by the LPA’s since the last meeting.

A report of applications determined since the last meeting was given.

6. To consider and comment upon the following planning applications.

(a) 08/00819/FUL Marple Cottage, Black Chapel Lane, North End for detached double garage with front and rear dormer windows.

Comments;

The Parish Council would wish to see the hedges and tree screening retained.

The Parish Council asks that a condition be imposed to only allow the building to be used as ancillary to the existing dwelling for private use only by the resident.


Report of the Planning Committee meeting held on Monday 2nd June 2008 at Great Waltham Village Hall

1. Record of Members present

Chairman: Mrs A Dickinson

Councillors: Mrs Harper, Messrs Bell, Greenwood , Huggins, Jackson , Blaber, Micklem and Steel (item 6a onwards).

Also present:

Mrs Katherine Bates

Mr John Lattimore, Mrs Elaine Lattimore, Mr Keith Leno and Mrs Rosemary Leno.     

2. Apologies for Absence

Were received from Mr Braisby, Mrs Slater and Mr Jackson.

3. Declarations of interests (existence and nature) with regard to items on the agenda.

Mr A Micklem declared an interest in item 6b. Mrs T Harper declared an interest in item 6a.

4. Public Participation session with respect to items on the agenda.
Concern was expressed regarding the loss of privacy for the Old Vicarage resulting from the proposed siting of the smoking shelter at the front of the Beehive Public House. Mr and Mrs Leno pointed out that the Old Vicarage was a listed dwelling and as such had been refused permission for double glazed windows which might otherwise be used to reduce nuisance from noise. Mr and Mrs Lattimore indicated that there had been an increase in noise since the smoking ban was introduced particularly when sporting events were being shown inside the public house whilst some spectators remained outside. Bad language was also a problem at times. It was also suggested that the position of the smoking shelter was felt to be intimidating for passing children. It was also suggested that the shelter could be in a hazardous position should vehicles run off the road on the dangerous bend. It was further suggested that the shelter should be at the other end of the passageway outside the village bar and at the back of the public house.

Mrs Bates indicated that her interest was in the Broads Green Quarry application. She had come as an observer but was concerned regarding the type of material to be imported, the increase in traffic and the time the reinstatement would take.

5. Report of Planning Applications determined by the LPA’s since the last meeting.
A report of applications determined since the last meeting was given.

6. To consider and comment upon the following planning applications.

08/00878/FUL  The Beehive, Barrack Lane for front extension to form smoking shelter.

Mrs T Harper declared an interest.

Comments; 

1. The Parish Council wish to support local business and the continuation of the Beehive Public House.

2. Concern is expressed regarding the proposal to site the smoking shelter to the front of the building.

3. It is felt that the proposed siting of the smoking shelter will:

(a) cause a loss of privacy to the dwelling opposite the site – The Old Vicarage.

(b) result in noise and disturbance to neighbours as has been experienced since the beginning of the smoking ban in July 2007, particularly when sporting fixtures have been held on the large screen TV.

(c) interfere with sightlines of vehicles leaving the car park.

(d) interfere with pedestrian movements within the fenced off area of the public house premises.

(e) be in a hazardous position in relation to the blind corner at the junction with the main road. It is felt a possibility exists that vehicles could collide with the structure.

4. It is suggested that the smoking shelter should be located to the rear of the public house by making a doorway at the back end of the passageway outside the village bar.

(b) ESS/18/08/CHL Broads Green Gravel Pit, Margaret Woods Road, Broads Green for importation of inert materials to restore old gravel workings for development of land for agricultural use.

Mr A Micklem declared an interest

Comments;

The Parish Council encourages the proposed restoration of the former Broads Green Gravel Pit site but has concerns regarding the proposals as follows.

The proposal indicates that 85,161 cubic metres of inert material will be imported over a 12-18 month period. The Parish Council asks what is ‘inert’ material. What form does inert material take? What is allowed to be included as inert material and what is not? Who and how will the imported inert material be monitored to ensure that it is inert material and that the site is not just being used as a dumping ground? This requires clarification.

The application states that the restoration is to return the land for agricultural use, yet on page 11 of the application in response to question A21 (i) Summarise the intended afteruse or uses – the application states agriculture ‘No’ and Amenity ‘Yes’. This needs to be clarified.

The application states on page 11 question A22 a total of 86,161 cubic metres whereas other parts of the application refer to 85,161 cubic metres. This requires clarification.

The application states on page 11 question A22 that 200mm of topsoil and 800mm of subsoil over an area of 8.3 hectares. The application also mentions 85,161 cubic metres of inert material. Does  this 85,161 cubic metres of inert material include both subsoil and topsoil? This matter requires clarification.

The report attached to the application states that the old Pit Office is derelict and that a separate application will be submitted for this. The application ignores the fact that an existing planning permission  has already been gained on the redevelopment of the office. It is therefore unclear whether it is proposed that the planning application will be resubmitted. This requires clarification.

The Parish Council are very concerned regarding the lorry (traffic) movements from the site. It is not clear which direction these vehicles will be travelling although mention is made on the application page 7 A4 (iii) they will be directed into the site via a left turn and exit via a right turn and use unclassified roads to the wider highway network. The Parish Council feels that all the unclassified highways leading to/from this site are inadequate for the proposed use. However the favoured route from the Parish Council’s point of view would be using Margaret Woods Road and Breeds Road towards Chignal Smealey and onwards using Chignal Road to Chignal Road Corner, Chelmsford and then into the wider highway network. On no account should any traffic generated from the application site be permitted to use Lark Lane via Broads Green or Breeds Road via Breeds and Great Waltham Village and/or Humphreys Farm Lane . There needs to be a clear and approved traffic management plan agreed with relevant Parish Council’s before the application is considered.

The Parish Council are very concerned regarding the damage to the highway and the highway verges caused by the use of these inadequate roads by heavy vehicles over a long period.

The Parish Council is very concerned regarding the length of time that the proposal will take. The application states that the importation of material will take place over a period of 12 – 18 months. The Parish Council would wish to see a condition made on the granting of permission to set a time limit on this application to ensure that following 18 months no further importation of inert material  be permitted.

The Parish Council appreciates that the proposal will have a huge impact to the neighbours of the site, from noise, fumes, dusts etc and request that Essex County Council, in permitting this restoration,ensures that conditions are imposed to minimise the effect on neighbouring properties and on residential dwellings along the proposed transport route. This should include wheel washing facilities, regular highway cleansing and sweeping operations.

The northern part of this site has been prolific with bee orchids and great care should be taken in the restoration of this part of the site to preserve the habitat to allow these rare species to survive.


Report of the Planning Committee meeting held on Monday 16th June 2008 at Ford End Village Hall

1. Election of Chairman

Mr Blaber was elected as Chairman

2. Record of Members present
Councillors: Mrs Slater (from item 7(e), Mrs Dickinson, Messrs Bell, Greenwood , Huggins, Jackson , Braisby and Micklem.     

3. Apologies for Absence

Were received from Mrs Harper and Mr Steel.

4. Declarations of interests (existence and nature) with regard to items on the agenda.

There were none

5. Public Participation session with respect to items on the agenda.

There was no public participation.

6. Report of Planning Applications determined by the LPA’s since the last meeting.

A report was given of planning applications determined since the last meeting.

7. To consider and comment on the following applications

(a) UTT/0400/08/FUL – the provision of a runway, associated facilities and operational development, in connection with the construction and operation of the expanded airport (including airport buildings, together with ancillary infrastructure and associated operational development) – details as schedule to application.

(b) UTT/0401/08/OP – Outline application for the provision of airport buildings, together with ancillary infrastructure and associated operational development, in connection with the construction and operation of the expanded airport (including the second runway and its associated facilities) details as schedule to application.

(c) UTT/0402/08/FUL Construction of highways and associated landscaping and ancillary works associated with the G2 Airport project.

(d) UTT/0403/08/FUL – Change of use from use as agricultural land to use for nature conservation and/or landscaping, and engineering operations associated therewith, which comprise offsetting proposal associated with the G2 Airport project.

The four applications above were considered as one and comments made as follows:

Comments.

1. The Parish Council objects to all four applications forming the BAA Stansted application for Generation 2.

2. The Parish Council does not accept the premise that there is a need for airport expansion in the South East.

3. The loss of 442 ha of prime agricultural land is to be deplored, particularly given the worldwide food shortages.

4. The additional CO2 emissions from an expanded Stansted (11 million tons per annum) will exacerbate the problems associated with global warming and will prevent the Government from meeting its obligations under the Kyoto Agreement.

5. The loss of villages which are proposed to be swallowed up by the development of the BAA Stansted Generation 2 application is deplored.

6. The loss of historic buildings as a result of the proposed development of the BAA Stansted Generation 2 application is deplored.

7. The applications takes no account of the need for additional road/rail infrastructure to support additional vehicles and passengers.

8. Many communities will be affected by additional noise, the need for additional housing, and urbanisation. This will cause severe erosion of these communities.

(e) 08/00968/FUL Well House Farm. Littley Green Road , Littley Green for raise roof of outbuilding. Amendment to application 06/02257/FUL (conversion of barn to annexe).

Comments: The Parish Council has no objection to the proposed development provided that a condition is made that the development will be and will remain for the future ancillary to the use of the main dwelling, and will not be considered to be a separate property.

(f) 08/00914/FUL Mabbs Farm, Littley Green Road, Littley Green for single storey side extension linking main house and annexe accommodation with minor internal alterations and change of annexe use to utility room forming part of the main house

Comments: The Parish Council has no objections to this application.

(g) 08/00915/LBC Mabbs Farm, Littley Green Road, Littley Green for single storey side extension linking main house and annexe accommodation with minor alterations and change of annexe use to utility room forming part of the main house..

Comments: The Parish Council has no objections to this application.


Report of the Planning Committee meeting held on the 30th June 2008 at Great Waltham Village Hall

1. Record of Members present

Chairman:      Mr Blaber

Councillors:    Messrs Bell, Braisby, Greenwood , Huggins and Jackson

Also present Borough Councillor Ashford.

2. Apologies for Absence
Were received from Mrs Dickinson, Mr Micklem and Mrs Slater

3. Declarations of interest (existence and nature) with regard to items on the agenda. There were none

4. Public Participation session with respect to items on the agenda
There were none

5. Report of Planning Applications determined by the LPA since the last meeting
There were none

6. To consider and comment upon the following planning applications
(a)       08/00994/FUL Barnsbury, Larks Lane , Broads Green for erection of rear conservatory:

The Parish Council has no comment to make on this application.

(b)       08/00933/FUL Butlers Hall, Littley Green Road, Littley Green for replacement brick wall and terrace at rear:

The Parish Council has no comments to make on this application

( c)       08/01080/FUL Walnut Tree, Broads Green for new external smoking shelter:

The Parish Council feels that the design is not in keeping with this fine Victorian red brick building which dates from 1888.

(d)       08/01112/FUL Heatherbank, Glebe Meadow, Great Waltham for  part two storey, part single story side extension:

The Parish Council has no comment to make on this application.

(e)       To consider and adopt any changes in the comments to be made on the following application consequent upon discussions with the Chignal Parish Council, Essex County Council and the applicants agent on 18th June 2008.  ESS /18/08/ CHL Broads Green Gravel Pit, Margaret Woods Road for importation of inert materials to restore old gravel workings for development of land for agricultural use.

There was lengthy discussions concerning the application, the meeting on the 18th and Mr Micklem’s proposed Revised Comments. Mr Ashford also addressed the meeting with regard to the Borough Councillors position on the application and  that of CBC ’s planning officers.  Following rejection of a proposal that the comments be amended to make it clear that the importation of any material, including soil, was unacceptable it was resolved to adopt the Revised Comments subject to an amendment to make it clear that only topsoil should be allowed on to the site.  Mr Ashford requested that copies of our final comments should be sent to him, Mr Taylor, Mr Patient and County Councillor Aldridge.  Mr Ashford was thanked  for all of his efforts on this matter.  It was also resolved that strong representations should be made to CBC regarding their planning officers handling of this application.

The meeting closed at 9 p.m.


Report of the Planning Committee meeting held on Monday 21st July 2008 at Great Waltham Village Hall

1. Record of Members present

Chairman: Mr Blaber

Councillors: Mrs Dickinson, Mrs Harper, Messrs Bell (from item6) , Steel, Braisby and Micklem.     

Also present

Borough Councillor Ashford

2. Apologies for Absence

Were received from Mrs Slater, Mr Huggins, Mr Jackson and Mr Greenwood

3. Declarations of interests (existence and nature) with regard to items on the agenda.

No declarations of interest were made.

4. Public Participation session with respect to items on the agenda.

There was no public participation.

5. Report of Planning Applications determined by the LPA’s since the last meeting.

6. To consider and comment on the following applications

(a) 08/01125/FUL 9, Woods Road , Ford End for single storey side and rear extension.

Comments: The Parish Council supports this application which will bring this property up to present day living standards.

 

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