Agenda item

DCNC2005/4002/F AND DCNC2005/4003/L - MASONIC HALL, 40/42 SOUTH STREET, LEOMINSTER, HEREFORDSHIRE [AGENDA ITEM 19]

Meeting of Northern Area Planning Sub-Committee, Wednesday 22 February 2006 2.00 pm (Item 212.)

Ward: Leominster South

Minutes:

Change of use and conversion to 2 studio, 6 one bed and 1 two bed flats and 1 two bed maisonette.

The Northern Team Leader advised that the words ‘and any other conditions considered appropriate’ should be added to the second paragraph of the recommendation at page 120 and page 122 of the report and that the third paragraph of the recommendation on page 122 should be deleted.

In accordance with the criteria for public speaking, Dr. Channon spoke in support of the application.

Councillor J.P. Thomas, a Local Ward Member, felt that the lack on site parking could result in parking problems elsewhere and noted Leominster Town Council’s concerns about overdevelopment and design. However, the contributions that had been identified towards infrastructure improvements and lighting at the Sydonia Open Space were welcomed.

In response to questions, the Northern Team Leader advised that an archway shown in the plans was not part of the application site and that the mechanical ventilation of kitchens was acceptable.

Councillor R.B.A. Burke, the other Local Ward Member, felt that the lack of parking would result in unauthorised parking and congestion in the area. He also expressed concern that the Local Ward Members had not been consulted or informed about the contributions towards open space prior to the publication of the agenda.

The Development Control Manager advised that the Parks and Countryside department had been asked to identify an appropriate contribution in lieu of the provision of open space. He also advised that there was no parking provision because of the town centre position of the application site.

Some Members felt that car free developments were unrealistic in rural market towns.

Councillor Mrs. J.P. French noted that the Leominster Ward Members’ met regularly and suggested that this would be a useful forum for officers to discuss local needs and the level of contributions required. Councillor Thomas proposed that the recommendation be altered to include consultation with the Leominster Ward Members. The Development Control Manager acknowledged this suggestion but reminded the Sub-Committee of the limited timescales involved.

RESOLVED:

DCNC2005/4002/F:

1) That the Leominster Ward Members be consulted regarding the Section 106 Agreement;

2) Once done, the Legal Practice Manager, be authorised to complete a planning obligation under Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990;

2) Upon completion of the aforementioned planning obligation that the Officers named in the Scheme of Delegation to Officers be authorised to issue planning permission subject to the following conditions and any other conditions considered appropriate:

1 - A01 (Time limit for commencement (full permission)).

Reason: Required to be imposed by Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.

2 - A09 (Amended plans).

Reason: To ensure the development is carried out in accordance with the amended plans.

3 - H29 (Secure cycle parking provision) (12 cycles).

Reason: To ensure that there is adequate provision for secure cycle accommodation within the application site, encouraging alternative modes of transport in accordance with both local and national planning policy.

4 - C04 (Details of window sections, eaves, verges and barge boards) (door and window details and sections including heads and sills).

Reason: To safeguard the character and appearance of this building of special historical interest.

5 - C07 (Painted finish to windows/doors) (colour to be agreed).

Reason: To safeguard the character and appearance of this building of special architectural or historical interest.

6 - C08 (Repairs to external brickwork).

Reason: To safeguard the character and appearance of this building of special architectural or historical interest.

7 - C09 (External repointing).

Reason: To safeguard the character and appearance of this building of special architectural or historical interest.

8 - C10 (Details of rooflights) (investigation).

Reason: To ensure the rooflights do not break the plane of the roof slope in the interests of safeguarding the character and appearance of this building of special architectural or historical interest.

9 - C11 (Specification of guttering and downpipes).

Reason: To safeguard the character and appearance of this building of special architectural or historical interest.

10 - C13 (Repairs in situ).

Reason: In order to preserve the integrity of the structure of the buildings, the conservation of which constitutes the reason for allowing the development where a new building would be contrary to policy.

11 - C15 (Salvage recording).

Reason: To enable a record to be made of this building of historical and/or architectural interest.

12 - E16 (Removal of permitted development rights).

Reason: To enable the local planning authority to regulate any future proposals in this building of historic interest.

13 - F17 (Scheme of foul drainage disposal).

Reason: In order to ensure that satisfactory drainage arrangements are provided.

Informatives:

1 - NC01 - Alterations to submitted/approved plans.

2 - HN01 - Mud on highway.

3 - HN04 - Private apparatus within highway.

4 - HN05 - Works within the highway.

5 - HN10 - No drainage to discharge to highway.

6 - HN22 - Works adjoining highway.

7 - This permission is granted pursuant to an agreement under Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.

8 - N15 - Reason(s) for the Grant of PP/LBC/CAC.

DCNC2005/4003/L:

Upon completion of the aforementioned planning obligation that the officers named in the Scheme of Delegation to Officers be authorised to issue listed building consent subject to the following conditions and any other conditions considered appropriate:

1 - C01 Time limit for commencement (Listed Building Consent).

Reason: Required to be imposed by Section 18(1) of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990.

2 - A09 (Amended plans).

Reason: To ensure the development is carried out in accordance with the amended plans.

3 - C04 (Details of window sections, eaves, verges and barge boards) (door and window details and sections including heads and sills).