Agenda, decisions and minutes

22. Garage Block Adjacent 29 Westbeech Court, Banbury.

Councillor Alastair Milne Home, Non Statutory Interest, as a member of Banbury Town Council, which had been consulted on the application.

Councillor Barry Richards, Non Statutory Interest, as a member of Banbury Town Council, which had been consulted on the application.

Councillor Colin Clarke, Non Statutory Interest, as a member of Banbury Town Council, which had been consulted on the application.

Councillor Colin Clarke, Declaration, as one of the council's appointed representatives and trustee on Banbury Charities.

Councillor Fred Blackwell, Declaration, as one of the council's appointed representatives and trustee on Banbury Charities.

Councillor James Macnamara, Declaration, as the applicant  was known to him and had taught his children and he would leave the meeting for the consideration of the application..

The Chairman advised that requests to address the meeting would be dealt with at each item.

There were no items of urgent business.

To confirm as a correct record the Minutes of the meeting of the Committee held on 9 July 2015.

The Minutes of the meeting held on 9 July 2015 were agreed as a correct record and signed by the Chairman.

To receive communications from the Chairman.

The Chairman made the following announcements:

1.    Under the Openness of Local Government Bodies Regulations 2014,members of the public were permitted to film, broadcast and report on the meeting, subject to the efficient running of the meeting not being affected.

2.    The Chairman conveyed the sad news that Councillor Ann Bonner had passed away on Monday 3 August.  The Committee stood for 1 minute silence in remembrance.

3.    The Chairman advised members that due to the anticipated large number of applications at the next two planning committee meetings, it may be necessary for the meetings to commence at 2pm.  This would be confirmed in due course.

Deferred to enable the applicant to undertake additional sequential assessment and to enable the Council officers to respond to detailed points raised by the applicants highway consultants concerning highway and parking provision –especially with regards to comparative retail parking provision elsewhere within the District

The Committee considered application 15/00250/OUT, an outline application for 3 No Class A1 (retail); 3 No Class A3 (café and restaurants); 1 No Class D2 (gym); surface level car park, servicing and associated works at land south of and adjoining Bicester Services, Oxford Road, Bicester for CPG Development Projects Limited.

Councillor Clarke referred to the written update and revised officer recommendation of deferral and proposed that consideration of application 15/00250/OUT be deferred to enable the applicant to undertake additional sequential assessment and to enable the Council officers to respond to detailed points raised by the applicant’s highway consultants concerning highway and parking provision – especially with regards to comparative retail parking provision elsewhere within the District.  Councillor Blackwell seconded the proposal.

In reaching their decision, the Committee considered the officers’ report and the written update.

Resolved

That consideration of application 15/00250/OUT be deferred to enable the applicant to undertake additional sequential assessment and to enable the Council officers to respond to detailed points raised by the applicant’s highway consultants concerning highway and parking provision – especially with regards to comparative retail parking provision elsewhere within the District.

Approved, subject to various requirements to be set out in the minutes.

The Committee considered application 15/00476/F for the erection of 3 no industrial unites with B1, B2 and B8 use with trade counters at land opposite Unit 1-5 Wildmere Park, Former Plot 10, Wildmere Road, Banbury for Apperly Estates Limited.

In reaching their decision, the Committee considered the officers’ report and presentation.

Resolved

That application 15/00476/F be approved, subject to the Environment Agency and Oxfordshire County Council Highways formally withdrawing their objections

1.            The development to which this permission relates shall be begun not later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this permission.

2.            +Except where otherwise stipulated by conditions attached to this permission, the development shall be carried out strictly in accordance with the application form documents, Design and Access Statement and drawing numbers 214645-01 and 214645-03 submitted with the application and 214645-07A submitted via email on 02/07/2015 and 214645-02B submitted via email on 15/07/2015.

3.            Prior to the commencement of the development hereby approved, full specification details of the parking and manoeuvring area shall be provided including pedestrian access and relationship between hard surfacing and built form including any changes in floor levels. This shall include construction, surfacing, layout, drainage and road markings, shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Thereafter and prior to the first occupation of the industrial units the development shall be constructed in accordance with the approved details.

4.            Prior to the commencement of the development hereby approved, full details of a drainage strategy for the entire site, detailing all on and off site drainage works required in relation to the development, shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Thereafter, the drainage works shall be carried out and completed in accordance with the approved strategy, until which time no discharge of foul or surface water from the site shall be accepted into the public system.

5.            Prior to the commencement of the development hereby permitted a desk study and site walk over to identify all potential contaminative uses on site, and to inform the conceptual site model shall be carried out by a competent person and in accordance with DEFRA and the Environment Agency's ‘Model Procedures for the Management of Land Contamination, CLR 11’ and shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. No development shall take place until the Local Planning Authority has given its written approval that it is satisfied that no potential risk from contamination has been identified.

6.            If a potential risk from contamination is identified as a result of the work carried out under condition 5, prior to the commencement of the development hereby permitted, a comprehensive intrusive investigation in order to characterise the type, nature and extent of contamination present, the risks to receptors and to inform the remediation strategy proposals shall be documented as a report undertaken by a competent person and in accordance with DEFRA and the Environment Agency's ‘Model Procedures for the Management of  ...  view the full minutes text for item 51.

Approved, subject to various requirements to be set out in the minutes

The Committee considered application 15/00541/F for the erection of a livestock building for the rearing and finishing of pigs at land south of Leycroft Barn, Somerton Road, Souldern of WS Deeley & Son.

Ian Pick, agent for the applicant addressed the Committee in support of the application.

In reaching their decision, the Committee considered the officers’ report, presentation, written update and the address of the public speaker.

Resolved

That application 15/00541/F be approved, subject to the following conditions:

1          The development to which this permission relates shall be begun not later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this permission.

 2         Except where otherwise stipulated by condition, the application shall be carried out strictly in accordance with the following plans and documents:

·         Application Forms submitted with the application;

·         Design and Access Statement submitted with the application;

·         Drawing No's: IP/ED/01; IP/ED/02; and IP/ED/03 submitted with the application;

·         E-mail received from the applicant on 5th May 2015;

·         Waste Management Plan, Odour Management Plan and NVZ Risk Maps received from the applicant's agent by e-mail on 15th June 2015; and

·         Full Odour Impact Assessment received from the applicant's agent by e-mail on 16th July 2015.

3          Prior to the commencement of development, full specification details of three ridge fans within the livestock building shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Thereafter, the ridge fans shall be installed in the livestock building in accordance with the approved details prior the first use of the livestock building for the rearing and finishing of pigs.

Approved, subject to various requirements to be set out in the minutes

The Committee considered application 15/00645/F for the extension of existing Poly Tunnels to cover open sales space and storage area, together with the replacement of an existing substandard Poly Tunnel; plus additional parking at Yarnton Nurseries, Sandy Lane, Yarnton. OX1 1PA for Mr Richard Wallbridge.

Councillor Gibbard proposed that the application be approved and authority delegated to the Head of Development Management, in consultation with the Chairman, to determine appropriate conditions. Councillor Randall seconded the proposal.

In reaching their decision, the Committee considered the officers’ report and presentation.

Resolved

That application 15/00645/F be approved, subject to the following conditions:

1.            The development to which this permission relates shall be begun not later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this permission.

 2.        Except where otherwise stipulated by condition, the application shall be carried out strictly in accordance with the following plans and documents:

 3.        Prior to the commencement of the development hereby approved, full specification details (including construction, layout, surfacing and drainage) of the parking and manoeuvring areas shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Thereafter, and prior to the first occupation of the development, the parking and manoeuvring areas shall be provided on the site in accordance with the approved details and shall be retained unobstructed except for the parking and manoeuvring of vehicles at all times thereafter.

Approved, subject to various requirements to be set out in the minutes

The Committee considered application 15/00723/F for a 70 bedroom care home at The Pits, The Mors, Kidlington for CMG (Kidlington) Limited, Kidlington Parish Council and Porthaven Properties, NO.2.

Councillor Douglas Williamson addressed the Committee as local Ward Member.

Adrian Kearley, agent for the applicant addressed the Committee in support of the application.

In reaching their decision, the Committee considered the officers’ report, presentation, written update and the address of the local Ward Member and public speaker.

Resolved

That application 15/00723/F be approved, subject to:

a)            The applicants entering into an appropriate legal agreement to the satisfaction of the County Council to secure financial contributions as outlined in paragraph 5.33 of the report,

b)        the following conditions:

1          That the development to which this permission relates shall be begun not later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this permission.

 2         Except where otherwise stipulated by conditions attached to this permission, the development shall be carried out strictly in accordance with the:

            Transport Assessment produced by Axis and dated April 2015;

            Preliminary Land Quality Risk Assessment produced by SLR and dated February 2015;

            Preliminary Ecological Appraisal produced by SLR and dated February 2015;

            Flood Risk and surface Water Drainage Statement produced by SLR and dated April 2015;

            Design and Access Statement dated 20 April 2015;

            Supplementary Design and Access Statement dated June 2015;

            Landscape Design Statement produced by Alsfa and dated 13 April 2015;

            Arboricultural Assessment and Protection Method Statement produced by ACS Consulting and dated 15 April 2015;

            Statement of Community Involvement;

            Planning Policy Statement;

            Comprehensive Market Survey produced by Carterwood and dated December 2014 

            and the following approved plans: 14-078-100 Rev. B; 14-078-110 Rev. P; 14-078-120 Rev. P; 14-078-121 Rev. N; 14-078-135 Rev. C; 14-078-150 Rev. D; 14-078-151 Rev. D; 14-078-152 Rev. D; 14-078-160 Rev. A; 706 001 Rev. C.

3          Prior to the commencement of the development hereby approved, a schedule of materials and finishes for the external walls and roof(s) of the development hereby approved shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Thereafter the development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved schedule.

 4         Prior to the commencement of the development full details of the enclosures along all boundaries of the site shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Thereafter, the approved means of enclosure shall be erected, in accordance with the approved details, prior to the first occupation of the dwelling.

 5         That no development shall take place until there has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority a scheme for landscaping the site which shall include:-

            (a)       details of the proposed tree and shrub planting including their species, number, sizes and positions, together with grass seeded/turfed areas,

            (b)       details of the existing trees and hedgerows to be retained as well as those to be felled, including existing and proposed soil levels at the base of each tree/hedgerow and the  ...  view the full minutes text for item 54.

Approved, subject to various requirements to be set out in the minutes

The Committee considered application 15/00827/F for the demolition of existing buildings and erection of replacement dwelling, outbuildings and associated hard-standing at Manor Farm Bungalow, Hornton for Mr Finlay Scott.

In reaching their decision the Committee considered the officers’ report, presentation and written update.

Resolved

That application 15/00827/F be approved, subject to the following conditions:

1          That the works to which this consent relates shall be begun not later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this consent.

 2         Except where otherwise stipulated by conditions attached to this permission, the development shall be carried out strictly in accordance with the following plans and documents:  Application Form and drawing nos. 1270/P01, 1270/P02, 1270/P03, 1270/P04, 1270/P05 and 1270/P06 received 23 September 2013.

 3         Prior to the commencement of the development hereby approved, a stone sample panel (minimum 1m2 in size) shall be constructed on site in natural ironstone which shall be inspected and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Thereafter, the external walls of the development shall be laid, dressed, coursed and pointed in strict accordance with the approved stone sample panel.

 4         Prior to the commencement of the development hereby approved, samples of the tile to be used in the construction of the roof of the development shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Thereafter the development shall be carried out in accordance with the samples so approved

 5         Prior to the commencement of the development hereby approved, full specification details (including construction, layout, surfacing and drainage) of the parking and manoeuvring areas shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Thereafter, and prior to the first occupation of the development, the parking and manoeuvring areas shall be provided on the site in accordance with the approved details and shall be retained unobstructed except for the parking and manoeuvring of vehicles at all times thereafter.

 6         Prior to the construction of the dwelling hereby approved, the existing means of access between the land and the highway shall be improved, laid out and constructed strictly in accordance with Oxfordshire County Council's specification and guidance.

 7         Prior to the commencement of the development a temporary bat nesting box shall be erected as a receptor for any bats found during the works. The box shall be retained in situ until the completion of the proposed bat loft.        

 8         Within 6 months of the first use of the dwelling, the existing bungalow and garage shall be demolished and the land restored to paddock.

Approved, subject to various requirements to be set out in the minutes

The Committee considered application 15/00920/F for the provision of a new temporary access road off Middleton Stoney Road to access the building compound, car parking and materials storage serving KM4 parcel at the KM4 South West Bicester Development Site, Wetherby Road, Bicester for Bovis Homes Limited.

In reaching their decision, the Committee considered the officers’ report and presentation.

Resolved

That application 15/00920/F be approved, subject to the following conditions:

1.            That at the expiration of 2 years from the date hereof, the use of this temporary construction access shall be discontinued, and the land reinstated as highway verge with hedge planting in accordance with a scheme, full details of which shall first be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Full details of the remediation and reinstatement works, which shall include a new hedge to the Middleton Stoney road, shall be submitted no later than 18 months from the date of this permission, to be approved in writing by the Local Planning authority prior to those remediation works commencing. The approved scheme shall be implemented in full within 6 months of the cessation of the use of this temporary construction access. Any tree, shrub or planting which, within a period of five years from the completion of the remediation works, die, are removed or become seriously damaged or diseased shall be replaced in the current/next planting season with others of similar size and species.

2.            Except where otherwise stipulated by condition, the development shall be carried out strictly in accordance with the following plans and documents: Application forms and drawings numbered 30472 KM4 Rev A Site Location Plan; BICE-5-1002 Vehicle Swept path Analysis; BICE-5-1003 Swept Path Analysis; BICE-5-1001 Rev H Site Compound layout Plan and BICE-5-535 Rev A Temporary Construction Access off Middleton Stoney Road.

3.            The access hereby approved shall be constructed and used only in association with the construction of the approved dwellings on land parcel KM4 under application number 14/01054/REM, as outlined in red on the location plan, drawing number 30472 KM4 Rev A, only, and for no other purpose whatsoever.

4.            Prior to the commencement of the development hereby approved, full details of the means of access between the land and the highway, including, position, layout, construction, drainage and vision splays shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Thereafter, the means of access shall be constructed and retained in accordance with the approved details.

5.            Prior to the commencement of the development hereby approved, a routing agreement for HGVs using the access, intended to minimise the impact of its operation in the immediate vicinity and on the wider network, shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority

6.            Prior to the commencement of the development hereby approved, a plan showing signs (i) warning all road users of the presence of Heavy Goods Vehicles using the entrance and (II) advising Heavy Goods Vehicle drivers to turn left out of the site entrance  ...  view the full minutes text for item 56.

Approved, subject to various requirements to be set out in the minutes

The Committee considered application 15/00925/F for the erection of an agricultural building for the storage of hay and straw at Park Farm, Tadmarton Road, Bloxham for AS Coles and Son.

In reaching their decision, the Committee considered the officers’ report and presentation

Resolved

That application 15/00925 be approved, subject to the following conditions:

1          The development to which this permission relates shall be begun not later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this permission.

2          Except where otherwise stipulated by condition, the development shall be carried out strictly in accordance with the following plans and drawings: 2015-441-20 and ‘Site Layout’.

3          Prior to the commencement of the development, details of tree protection measures to be used (in accordance with BS:5837:2012 and all subsequent amendments) shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Such measures shall show the means of protecting retained soft landscape features on the existing embankment to the east of the site during construction works. The development shall only be carried out in accordance with the approved tree protection measures. These details are necessary prior to commencement to ensure that the trees are protected before construction work begins.            

4          Prior to first use of the development hereby approved, a landscaping scheme shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The scheme for landscaping the site shall include:-

(a)     details of the proposed tree and shrub planting including their species, number, sizes and positions, together with grass seeded/turfed areas,

(b)     details of the existing trees and hedgerows to be retained as well as those to be felled, including existing and proposed soil levels at the base of each tree/hedgerow and the minimum distance between the base of the tree and the nearest edge of any excavation,

(c)     details of the hard surface areas, including pavements, pedestrian areas, reduced-dig areas, crossing points and steps.

5          All planting, seeding or turfing comprised in the approved details of landscaping shall be carried out in accordance with BS 4428:1989 Code of Practice for general landscape operations (excluding hard surfaces), or the most up to date and current British Standard, in the first planting and seeding seasons following the occupation of the building(s) or on the completion of the development, whichever is the sooner. Any trees, herbaceous planting and shrubs which, within a period of five years from the completion of the development die, are removed or become seriously damaged or diseased shall be replaced in the current/next planting season with others of similar size and species.

6          The development hereby permitted shall be used only for the storage of hay and/or straw within the purposes of agriculture, as defined in Section 336 (l) of the Town and Country Planning Act, 1990 and for no other purpose notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 2015 and any of its subsequent amendments.

7          Prior to the commencement of the development a Construction Traffic  ...  view the full minutes text for item 57.

Approved, subject to various requirements to be set out in the minutes

The Committee considered application 15/00971/F for an extension and alterations to form 4 no. 1-bed flats at 61 Evans Lane, Kidlington for Mr and Mrs El-Mergrisi.

In introducing the report, the Development Control Team Leader provided a verbal update on the response from the Highways Liaison Officer which had been received after publication of the written update.  The Highways liaison Officedr had no objection to the application, subject to conditions.

Councillor Carmen Griffiths addressed the Committee as local Ward Member.

Councillor Milne Home proposed that application 15/00971/F be refused as the proposed alterations were not appropriate for this area and would impact on visual amenity.  Councillor Wood seconded the proposal.  The motion was duly voted on and subsequently fell.

Councillor Clarke proposed that the application be approved. Councillor Blackwell seconded the proposal.

In reaching their decision, the Committee considered the officers’ report and presentation and the address of the local Ward Member.

Resolved

That application 15/00971/F be approved, subject to the following conditions:

1          The development to which this permission relates shall be begun not later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this permission.

2          Except where otherwise stipulated by condition, the application shall be carried out strictly in accordance with the following plans and documents: Application forms, Site Location Plan, Design and Access Statement (dated 27 May 2015), 0114-1-90, 0114-1-100, 0114-1-101, 0114-1-110, 0114-1-120, 0114-2-90, 0114-2-100, 0114-2-101A, 0114-2-110, 0114-2-120.

3.         The materials to be used for the proposed extensions hereby approved shall match in terms of colour, type and texture those used on the existing building.

4.         Prior to first occupation of the proposed development, the existing single storey rear extension, shown to be removed on the proposed plans, shall be removed and the external appearance of the rear elevation made good.

5          Prior to the occupation of the flats hereby approved, the proposed means of access between the land and the highway shall be formed, laid out and constructed strictly in accordance with Oxfordshire County Council's specification and guidance.

6          Prior to the commencement of the development hereby approved, a plan showing car parking provision for vehicles to be accommodated within the site, shall be submitted and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Thereafter, and prior to the first occupation of the development, the parking spaces shall be laid out, surfaced, drained and completed in accordance with the approved details and shall be retained for the parking of vehicles at all times thereafter.

7          Prior to the occupation of the flats hereby approved, vision splays measuring 2.4m x 2.4m shall be provided to each side of the access.

Approved, subject to various requirements to be set out in the minutes

The Committee considered application 15/00979/F for a change of use from agriculture to a private fishing lake and associated landscaping at land to the east of Webbs Way, Kidlington for Mr Colin Coles.

Councillor Douglas Williamson addressed the meeting as local Ward Member.

Councillor Sandra Rhodes addressed the meeting as local Ward Member.

Mr Martin Palmer, a local resident, addressed the meeting in objection to the application.

Mr Christian Smith, agent for the applicant addressed the Committee in support of the application.

Councillor Hughes proposed that consideration of the application be deferred to allow for a formal site visit.  Councillor Reynolds seconded the proposal.  The motion was duly voted on and subsequently fell.

Councillor Randall proposed the application be approved.  Councillor Milne Home seconded the proposal.

In reaching their decision the Committee considered the officers’ report, presentation, written update, and the addresses of the local Ward Members and public speakers.

Resolved

That application 15/00979/F be approved, subject to:

(i)        The drainage issues being satisfactorily addressed.

(ii)       The following conditions:

1.       The development to which this permission relates shall be begun not later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this permission.

2.       Except where otherwise stipulated by condition, the development shall be carried out strictly in accordance with the following plans and documents: Application forms, Planning Statement dated 28 May 2015, Letter from Abington Consulting Engineers dated 16 July 2015, Drawing No’s. GPP-CC-K-15-02, W14-043-001 Rev. P1 Pond Construction, Pond Construction (Cross Sections), Pond Construction (Long Sections), GPP/CC/K/15/04 Rev. No. 1 received 02 July 2015

3.       Prior to the commencement of the development hereby approved, a landscaping scheme shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The scheme for landscaping the site shall include:-

(a)          details of the proposed tree and shrub planting including their species, number, sizes and positions, together with grass seeded/turfed areas,

(b)          details of the existing trees and hedgerows to be retained as well as those to be felled, including existing and proposed soil levels at the base of each tree/hedgerow and the minimum distance between the base of the tree and the nearest edge of any excavation,

(c)          details of the deposited material excavated to create the lake, including the bunds,

4.         All planting, seeding or turfing comprised in the approved details of landscaping shall be carried out in accordance with BS 4428:1989 Code of Practice for general landscape operations (excluding hard surfaces), or the most up to date and current British Standard, in the first planting and seeding seasons following the occupation of the building(s) or on the completion of the development, whichever is the sooner. Any trees, herbaceous planting and shrubs which, within a period of five years from the completion of the development die, are removed or become seriously damaged or diseased shall be replaced in the current/next planting season with others of similar size and species.

5.         The development hereby approved shall be carried out strictly in accordance with the recommendations and enhancement  ...  view the full minutes text for item 59.

Application withdrawn by applicant

The Chairman advised the Committee that application 15/01023/F had been withdrawn by the applicant and would therefore not be considered at the meeting.

Refused, reasons to be set out in the minutes

The Committee considered application 15/01055/F for 2 x 2 bedroom semi- detached dwellings at land adjacent to 2 Orchard Way, Bicester, OX26 2EJ for Mr J Prpa.

In reaching their decision, the Committee considered the officers report, presentation and written update.

Resolved

That application 15/01055/F be refused for the following reasons:

1.   By reason of its design, scale, siting and layout the proposed development would fail to respect the spacious character and pattern of existing development in the locality and would appear cramped and over-dominant within the street.  Further, the proposed area of hardstanding, which would provide off-street parking for up to three vehicles, and would result in the loss of existing soft landscaping (boundary hedge), would have a detrimental impact on the character of the site and the visual amenity of the area.  The proposal is therefore contrary to Policy C28 and Policy C30 of the Cherwell Council Local Plan 2015, and the relevant provisions of the National Planning Policy Framework, 2012.

2.  By reason of its close proximity to the common boundary with Walnut House, and taking account of the proposed height, depth and orientation, the proposal would have an adverse overbearing impact on the occupiers of Walnut House, and would significantly interfere with the receipt of light at the neighbouring rear garden.  The proposed development would therefore have a detrimental impact on the residential amenity of the occupiers of Walnut House contrary to Policy C28 and Policy C30 of the Cherwell Council Local Plan, 2015, and the relevant provisions of the National Planning Policy Framework, 2012.

Refused, reasons to be set out in the minutes

The Committee considered application 15/01057/F for a two storey side extension and additional off street parking at 2 Orchard Way, Bicester. OX16 2EJ for Mr J Prpa

In reaching their decision, the Committee considered the officers report, presentation and written update.

Resolved

That application 15/01057/F be refused for the following reasons:

1.         The proposed side extension would, by reason of its design, size and width, result in a visually obtrusive and unsympathetic appearance and fail to relate acceptably to the character and appearance of the existing building and surrounding area. Further, the excessive level of hardstanding and parking arrangement would have a detrimental impact on visual amenity. The proposed development would therefore have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the existing building, street scene and surrounding area, contrary to the provisions of Policies C28 and C30 of the Cherwell District Council Local Plan, 1996 and the relevant provisions of the National Planning Policy Framework, 2012.

2.     The proposed development would fail to achieve an acceptable standard of environment for future occupiers of the dwelling. The proposed number of bedrooms (9) compared to the size and layout of the proposed shared internal amenity space would not cater sufficiently for the everyday needs of future occupiers to the detriment of their residential amenity.  The proposal would therefore be contrary to Policy C30 (iii) of the Cherwell District Council Local Plan, 1996 and the relevant provisions of the National Planning Policy Framework, 2012.

Application withdrawn by applicant

The Chairman advised the Committee that application 15/001076/F had been withdrawn by the applicant and would therefore not be considered at the meeting.

Application withdrawn by applicant

The Chairman advised the Committee that application 15/001106/F had been withdrawn by the applicant and would therefore not be considered at the meeting.

Refused, reasons to be set out in the minutes

The Committee considered application 15/01144/F for the construction of 3 new houses and associated parking with access from Westbeech Court at a garage block adjacent to 29 Westbeech Court, Banbury for Mr Norman White.  This application was a resubmission of 15/00300/F.

In introducing the report, the Development Control Team Leader gave a verbal update on correspondence that had been received after the publication of the written update.  The Committee was advised that a further 18 letters and a petition objecting to the application and 1 letter in support of the application had been received.  It was proposed that an additional condition relating to screening be included to address the concerns of the objectors.

Mr Nick Price, agent to the applicant addressed the committee in support of the application.

Mr Gordon Shuttle, local resident, addressed the committee in objection to the application.

Councillor Blackwell proposed refusal of application 15/01144/F as the proposed application represented overdevelopment of the site, was not in keeping with the area and was contrary to policies C28 and C30 of the Adopted Cherwell Local Plan and policy ESD13 of the Cherwell Local Plan 2011-31, with authority being delegated to the Head of Development Management to determine the exact wording. Councillor Milne Home seconded the proposal.

Resolved

That application 15/00300/F be refused for the following reason:

1          The proposal represents overdevelopment of the site, resulting in a cramped form of development which by reason of its size and design is detrimental to the character and appearance of the vicinity, and to the residential amenities of the residents of Westbeech Court. The proposal is thus contrary to saved Policies C28 and C30 of the Cherwell Local Plan 1996 (saved policies) and Policy ESD15 of the Cherwell Local Plan 2011-2031 Part 1 and the good design ethos of the National Planning Policy Framework.

Report of Head of Development Management

Summary

This report aims to keep members informed upon applications which they have authorised decisions upon subject to various requirements which must be complied with prior to the issue of decisions.

An update on any changes since the preparation of the report will be given at the meeting.

Recommendations

The meeting is recommended:

1.1         To accept the position statement.

Resolved

(1)          That the position statement be accepted.

The Head of Development Management submitted a report which informed Members upon applications which they had authorised decisions upon subject to various requirements which must be complied with prior to the issue of decisions.

Resolved

(1)          That the position statement be accepted.

Report of Head of Development Management

Summary

This report aims to keep members informed upon applications which have been determined by the Council, where new appeals have been lodged. Public Inquiries/hearings scheduled or appeal results achieved.

Recommendations

The meeting is recommended:

1.1         To accept the position statement.

Resolved

(1)          That the position statement be accepted.

The Head of Development Management submitted a report which informed Members on applications which had been determined by the Council, where new appeals have been lodged, public Inquiries/hearings scheduled or appeal results achieved.

Resolved

(1)          That the position statement be accepted.