Side extension to care home.

Side extension to care home.

The Principal Planning Officer advised that any planning permission granted would be subject to further consultation with the Environment Agency

In accordance with the criteria for public speaking, Jane Barrington spoke in support of the application.

Councillor Mrs. J.E. Pemberton, the Local Ward Member, noted the history of flooding in the area and, as no assurances could be given about the integrity of the Stank flood bank, expressed concern that any development in the area was recommended for approval given the objections of the Environment Agency.  Councillor Mrs. Pemberton added that advice had been given to another residential home in the area that no new build would be permitted due to the flood risk.

The Principal Planning Officer confirmed that the Environment Agency maintained their objections.  However, it was noted that an extant planning permission (CE2001/1815/F refers) would enable the applicant to construct an extension on a larger footprint than this proposal.  He advised that the recommendation was one of approval given the extant planning permission and the architectural improvements and functional benefits of the new scheme.

Councillor Mrs. Pemberton commented on the difficulties of evacuating residents during times of flooding and felt unable to support the proposal.

A number of Members expressed concerns about the flood risk but noted that the approved scheme was a strong material consideration.  The Development Control Manager advised that the applicant could lawfully develop the approved scheme and commented that the new proposal provided an opportunity to improve the situation.

RESOLVED:

That following the referral of the resolution to approve the application to the Environment Agency in line with the guidance of PPG25 Planning and Flood Risk, planning permission be granted subject to the following conditions and any others deemed appropriate by the Environment Agency:

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.      A06 (Development in accordance with approved plans).

         Reason: To ensure adherence to the approved plans in the interests of a satisfactory form of development.

3.      A12 (Implementation of one permission only).

         Reason: To prevent over development of the site.

4.      B01 (Samples of external materials).

         Reason: To ensure that the materials harmonise with the surroundings.

5.      H13 (Access, turning area and parking).

         Reason: In the interests of highway safety and to ensure the free flow of traffic using the adjoining highway.

6.      F18 (Scheme of foul drainage disposal).

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

7.      E06 (Restriction on Use).

         Reason: The local planning authority wish to control the specific use of the land/premises.

8.      Prior to the commencement of the development hereby permitted, details shall be provided of the measures to address the flood risk to the building and its occupants.  The details shall include flood proofing construction features/techniques in the design of the building and a flood evacuation procedure to the Environment Agency’s approval.  The building shall be constructed in accordance with the approved details and the evacuation plan completed and clearly displayed prior to occupation of the building hereby permitted.

         Reason: To safeguard the safety of the occupants in the event that the site floods.

Informative:

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