Borough of Reigate and Banstead

BOROUGH OF REIGATE AND BANSTEAD

PLANNING COMMITTEE

Minutes of a meeting of the Planning Committee held at the Town Hall, Reigate on Wednesday, 1st November 2006 at 7.30 p.m.

Present: Councillor M.J. Miller (Chairman); Councillors S.S. Banwait, R.M. Bennett, Mrs. N.J. Bramhall, Mrs. L.J. Brunt†, M.A. Brunt, Mrs. G.L. Circus, A.J. De Save, Mrs. F.D.M. Dixon, N.D. Harrison, S.A. Kulka, R.S. Mantle, J.A. Meech, R.J. Nixon, Mrs. D.A. Ross-Tomlin, M.J. Selby, Mrs. S. Stein and S.T. Walsh.

Also present: Councillor N. Harris*.

*Part meeting †Substitute Member

118. MINUTES

RESOLVED that the Minutes of the meeting held on 4th October 2006 be approved as a correct record and signed.

119. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE AND SUBSTITUTIONS

Apologies for Absence Substitute Members Councillor F.J. Moore - Councillor R.C. Newstead Councillor Mrs. L.J. Brunt

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120. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

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121. PRESENTATION – EAST SURREY HOSPITAL

It was reported that the Presentation by East Surrey Hospital scheduled for this meeting had been withdrawn.

RESOLVED that the position be noted.

122. PLANNING APPLICATIONS FOR DECISION

RESOLVED that the list of planning applications to be determined under Agenda Items 6 to 12 be noted.

123. PLANNING APPLICATION 06/00862/F – KINGSWOOD COTTAGE, MAYBANK, COVERACK, THE PADDOCK AND LYNWOOD, ST. MONICA’S ROAD, KINGSWOOD

The Committee considered a report on an application for the demolition of 5 existing dwellings and the erection of 32 apartments in two blocks with associated parking, access alteration and landscaping at the above location. It was noted that a site inspection had been held in relation to this application.

A representative of Kingswood Residents’ Association objecting to the proposal and a representative of the applicant addressed the Committee.

RESOLVED that consideration of this application be DEFERRED to allow further negotiations on the affordable housing element and to ascertain whether side facing windows would need to be fully obscured.

124. PLANNING APPLICATION 06/01285/F – CEDAR HOUSE, 39 LONDON ROAD, REIGATE

Consideration was given to a report on an application for the demolition of the existing office block and redevelopment of new office building with associated underground parking at the above location.

RESOLVED that consideration of this application be DEFERRED to allow further negotiations to take place in relation to the roof design and the financial aspects of the Travel Plan.

125. PLANNING APPLICATION 06/01572/F – 22-28 BRIGHTON ROAD, BANSTEAD

The Committee considered a report on an application for the erection of 8 x 4 bedroom semi detached houses with formation of access onto Brighton Road (including partial demolition of 24 Brighton Road) at the above location.

RESOLVED that subject to the prior completion (within six months of the date of this Resolution or such longer period as may be agreed by the Head of Building and Development Services) of all documentation required to create a planning obligation under Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) to secure (i) a contribution of £15,000 towards highway improvements in the vicinity; and (ii) the payment of the Council’s legal costs for drafting this obligation, then planning permission be GRANTED subject to the following conditions: 1. The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission. Reason: To comply with Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended by Section 51 (1) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004. 2. Before the development hereby permitted is commenced the developer shall obtain the Local Planning Authority’s written approval of samples of the materials to be used in the construction of the external surfaces of the building works hereby permitted and the development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details. Reason: To ensure that the development hereby permitted is only constructed using the appropriate external facing materials or suitable alternatives in the interest of the visual amenities of the area and with regard to policy Ho9 of the Reigate & Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005. 26 1st November 2006 PLANNING COMMITTEE - Continued 1st November 2006

3. Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995, (or any Order revoking and re-enacting that Order) (with or without modification), no windows, dormer windows or other openings shall be constructed at or above first-floor level of the new dwelling, other than as shown on the approved plans, without the prior written approval of the Local Planning Authority. Reason: To ensure that the development does not affect the amenity of the neighbouring properties by overlooking and to comply with policy Ho9 of the Reigate & Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005. 4. No development shall take place until full details of both hard and soft landscape works including changes in ground level have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority and these works shall be carried out as approved. If within a period of five years from the date of the planting of any tree, that tree, or any tree planted in replacement for it, is removed, or uprooted, or destroyed, or dies, or becomes, (in the opinion of the Local Planning Authority), seriously damaged or defective, another tree of the same species and size as that originally planted shall be planted. Such replacement tree shall be planted during the first planting season after the original tree is removed, or uprooted, or destroyed, or dies, or becomes seriously damaged, or defective, unless the Local Planning Authority gives written consent to any variation. Reason: To ensure good arboricultural practice in the interests of the maintenance of the character and appearance of the area, and to comply with policies Pc4, Ho9, and Ho13 of the Reigate and Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005, and policy SE4 of the Surrey Structure Plan 2004. 5. In this condition “retained tree” means an existing tree which is to be retained in accordance with the approved plans and particulars; and paragraphs (a) and (b) below shall have effect until the expiration of one year from the date of the first occupation of the building for its permitted use. (a) No retained tree shall be cut down, or uprooted, or destroyed, nor shall any retained tree be topped or lopped other than in accordance with the approved plans and particulars, without the prior written approval of the Local Planning Authority. Any topping or lopping approved shall be carried out in accordance with British Standard 3998:1989 (Recommendations for Tree Works). (b) If any retained tree is removed, or uprooted, or destroyed, or

dies, another tree shall be planted at the same place and that tree shall be of such size and species, and shall be planted at such time as may be specified in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Reason: To ensure good arboricultural practice in the interests of the maintenance of the character and appearance of the area and to comply with policies Pc4, Ho9 and Ho13 of the Reigate and Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005, and policy SE4 of the Surrey Structure Plan 2004. 6. Before any works commence, tree protection fencing shall be carried out in accordance with the specification on drawing tpp1/22-28 brightonrd. Such tree protection shall: (a) Be erected before the commencement of any works, including site clearance and the construction of any foundations; (b) be maintained to the satisfaction of the Local Planning Authority throughout the construction until either completion of the development, or implementation of approved landscaping works within those protected root areas; (c) ensure that no level changes, including soil stripping, shall be undertaken within these protected tree root areas, unless clearly specified as part of any relevant detailed consent; (d) ensure that no service routings, materials storage, site traffic, building operations, excavations, fires or other works shall take place within these protected tree root areas, unless otherwise agreed by the Local Planning Authority and any fires shall be located so flames are a minimum of 12.0 metres outside the canopy of any tree subject to the above protection, or more for a large fire; (e) Ensure that all protection of trees and their root areas and any related works, shall otherwise conform to that detailed in British Standard 5837:2005 “Trees in relation to construction” or be as otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Reason: To ensure good arboricultural practice in the interests of the maintenance of the character and appearance of the area and to comply with Policies Pc4, Ho9 and Ho13 of the Reigate & Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005, and policies SE4 and SE9 of the Surrey Structure Plan 2004. 7. The planting shown on the approved plan shall be carried out within the first planting season following completion of the dwellings hereby permitted, or such longer period as may be agreed, in writing, by the 28 1st November 2006 PLANNING COMMITTEE - Continued 1st November 2006

Local Planning Authority. Reason: In the interests of the character and appearance of the area, with regard to policy Ho9 of the Reigate & Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005. 8. Until the completion of the development hereby permitted, no site or building works (including excavation, construction of the development hereby permitted, tree works, laying of hard surfaces and landscaping of the site) shall be carried on outside the hours of 0800-1800 Mondays to Fridays inclusive; 0800-1300 hours on Saturdays and not at all on Sundays and Public Holidays. There shall be no deliveries taken at or despatched from the site outside these hours. Note: For the avoidance of doubt “Public Holidays” includes New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, May Day, Spring Bank Holiday, all Bank Holidays, Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Reason: To ensure that the construction of the development hereby permitted does not unreasonably affect the amenities enjoyed by the occupiers of the residential properties in the vicinity and to comply with policies Ho9, Ho13 and Ho16 of the Reigate & Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005 and policy SE4 of the Surrey Structure Plan 2004. 9. No development shall start until a Method of Construction Statement, to include details of: (a) Parking for vehicles of site personnel, operatives and visitors; (b) Loading and unloading of plant and materials; and (c) Storage of plant and materials has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Only the approved details shall be implemented during the construction period. Reason: In order that the development should not prejudice highway safety nor cause inconvenience to other highway users with regard to policy Mo7 of the Reigate & Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005 and policy DN2 of the Surrey Structure Plan 2004. 10. No development shall be occupied until the existing accesses from the site to Brighton Road have been permanently closed and any kerbs, verge, footway, fully reinstated by the applicant to conform with the existing surfaces. Reason: In order that the development should not prejudice highway safety nor cause inconvenience to other highway users with regard to policy Mo7 of the Reigate & Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005 and policy DN2 of the Surrey Structure Plan 2004. 29 1st November 2006 PLANNING COMMITTEE - Continued 1st November 2006

11. No new development shall be occupied until space has been laid out in accordance with the approved plans for cars to be parked and for vehicles to turn so that they may enter and leave the site in forward gear. The parking and turning area shall be retained exclusively for its designated use. Reason: In order that the development should not prejudice highway safety nor cause inconvenience to other highway users with regard to policy Mo7 of the Reigate & Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005 and policy DN2 of the Surrey Structure Plan 2004. 12. Before any other operations are commenced (excepting for the tree protection measures required by condition 6) the vehicular access to Brighton Road shall be constructed and provided with visibility zones in accordance with a plan to be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority and thereafter maintained with visibility zones and kept permanently clear of any obstruction. Reason: In order that the development should not prejudice highway safety nor cause inconvenience to other highway users with regard to policy Mo7 of the Reigate & Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005 and policy DN2 of the Surrey Structure Plan 2004. 13. The footway shall extend either side of the access to Brighton Road to a point behind the rumble strip. This shall be shown on a plan to be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority. Reason: In order that the development should not prejudice highway safety nor cause inconvenience to other highway users with regard to policy Mo7 of the Reigate & Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005 and policy DN2 of the Surrey Structure Plan 2004. 14. The existing south facing ground floor flank window of 22 Brighton Road shall be bricked up with building materials to match existing, any variation must be agreed to in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Reason: To ensure that the development hereby permitted does not unreasonably affect the amenities enjoyed by the residential properties in the vicinity and to comply with policies Ho9, Ho13 and Ho16 of the Reigate & Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005 and policy SE4 of the Surrey Structure Plan 2004. 15. Prior to the commencement of any development works, including

ground preparation or demolition, a detailed arboricultural method statement (AMS) shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. This shall relate directly to the tree protection plan (TPP) approved. All works shall be carried out in strict accordance with these details when approved or as otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority. These submissions shall be in accordance with British Standard 5837:2005 (Trees in Relation to Construction). Reason: To ensure good arboricultural practice in the interests of the maintenance of the character and appearance of the area and to comply with policies Pc4, Ho9, Ho13 and Ho14 of the Reigate and Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005 and policy SE4 of the Surrey Structure Plan 2004. Informatives: 1. Your attention is drawn to the safety benefits of installing sprinkler systems as an integral part of new development. Further information is available at www.firesprinklers.info. 2. The applicant is advised that prior to the initial occupation of any individual dwelling hereby permitted, a 140 litre wheeled bin conforming to British Standard RG723/2 and a 60-litre recycling box should be provided for the exclusive use of the occupants of that dwelling. Further details on the required number and specification of wheeled bins and recycling boxes is available from the Council’s Neighbourhood Services on 01737 276224, or on the Council’s website at www.reigate-banstead.gov.uk. Bins and boxes meeting the specification may be purchased from any appropriate source, including the Council’s Neighbourhood Services Unit on 01737 276608.

(NOTE: Councillor M.J. Selby requested that his name be recorded as having voted against the above decision).

126. PLANNING APPLICATION 06/01464/F – 26 BRIGHTON ROAD, HORLEY

Consideration was given to a report on an application for a proposed two storey/single storey rear extension, single storey side extension, conversion to 7 x 1 bed flats, provision of 6 parking spaces and cycle store (6 cycles) at the above location.

RESOLVED that subject to prior clarification of the window to window 31 1st November 2006 PLANNING COMMITTEE - Continued 1st November 2006

relationship with 28 Brighton Road, planning permission be GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

1. The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission. Reason: To comply with Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended by Section 51 (1) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004. 2. The materials to be used in the construction of the external surfaces of the extension hereby permitted shall match those used in the existing building. Reason: To ensure that the development hereby permitted is only constructed using the appropriate external facing materials or suitable alternatives in the interest of the visual amenities of the area with regard to Reigate and Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005 policies Ho9 and Ho13. 3. Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995, (or any Order revoking and re-enacting that Order with or without modification), no first floor windows, dormer windows or rooflights other than those expressly authorised by this permission shall be constructed in the northeast flank elevation of the development hereby proposed. Reason: To ensure that the development does not affect the amenity of the neighbouring property by overlooking and to protect the visual amenities of the area in accordance with Reigate and Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005 policy Ho9. 4. The proposed modifications to the existing vehicular access to Brighton Road shall be constructed and provided with visibility zones, in accordance with the approved plans and the visibility zones shall be kept permanently clear of any obstruction. Reason: In order that the development should not prejudice highway safety nor cause inconvenience to other highway users with regard to Reigate and Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005 policy Mo5 and Surrey Structure Plan 2004 policy DN2. 5. No new development shall be occupied until space has been laid out within the site in accordance with the approved plans for vehicles to turn so that they may enter and leave the site in forward gear. The parking and turning area shall be retained exclusively for its designated purpose.

Reason: In order that the development should not prejudice highway safety nor cause inconvenience to other highway users with regard to Reigate and Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005 policy Mo5 and Surrey Structure Plan 2004 policy DN2. 6. No new development shall be occupied until space has been laid out within the site in accordance with the approved plans to provide cycle parking and shall thereafter be permanently maintained. Reason: In recognition of Planning Policy Guidance Note 13 – Transport and with regard to Reigate and Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005 policies Mo9, Mo10, Mo12 and Mo13 and Surrey Structure Plan 2004 policies DN2 and DN4. 7. Until the completion of the development hereby permitted, no site or building works (including demolition, excavation, construction of the development hereby permitted, tree works, laying of hard surfaces and landscaping of the site) shall be carried on outside the hours of 0800- 1800 Mondays to Fridays inclusive; 0800-1300 hours on Saturdays and not at all on Sundays and Public Holidays. There shall be no deliveries taken at or despatched from the site outside these hours. Reason: To ensure that the construction of the development hereby permitted does not unreasonably affect the amenities enjoyed by the residential properties in the vicinity, with regard to the Surrey Structure Plan 2004 policy SE1. For the avoidance of doubt ‘Public Holidays’ includes New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, May Day, all Bank Holidays, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day. Informatives: 1. Your attention is drawn to the safety benefits of installing sprinkler systems as an integral part of new development. Further information is available at www.firesprinklers.info. 2. The applicant is advised that prior to the initial occupation of any communal dwellings or flats, wheeled refuse bins conforming to British Standard RG723/2, separate recycling bins for paper/card and mixed cans, and storage facilities for the bins should be installed by the developer prior to the initial occupation of any dwelling hereby permitted. Further details on the required number and specification of wheeled bins and recycling boxes is available from the Council’s Neighbourhood Services on 01737 276224, or on the Council’s website at www.reigate-banstead.gov.uk. Bins and boxes meeting the specification may be purchased from any appropriate source, including the Council’s Neighbourhood Services Unit on 01737 276608.

3. The applicant is advised that the Borough Council is the street naming and numbering Authority and you are requested to contact the NPLG Officer, Chief Executive’s Department, Town Hall, Reigate, Surrey, RH2 0SH, when construction is about to commence enclosing a site layout plan, in order that official street naming and numbering can be allocated as appropriate. 4. The Local Planning Authority understands that there are private rights of way over parts of the access from Church Road. This permission does not convey any consent to alter or remove any such rights, which remain privately enforceable.

(NOTE: The Chairman, Councillor M.J. Miller, and Councillors J.A. Meech and R.J. Nixon declared a personal interest in the above application).

127. PLANNING APPLICATION 06/01871/F – 36 HIGH STREET, HORLEY

The Committee considered a report on an application for a two storey rear extension and single storey side extension to convert the existing shop, dentist surgery and single residential flat to two shops, dentist surgery and three flats at the above location.

RESOLVED that subject to the prior completion of a unilateral undertaking to secure payment of the necessary Horley infrastructure contributions of £23,972 (£11,986 per dwelling) the Head of Building and Development Services in consultation with the Chairman and Ward Members be authorised to GRANT permission subject to the following conditions:

1. The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission. Reason: To comply with Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended by Section 51 (1) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004. 2. The development shall be carried out using the external facing materials specified in the application and no others without the prior written consent of the Local Planning Authority. Reason: To ensure that the development hereby permitted is only constructed using the appropriate external facing materials or suitable alternatives in the interest of the visual amenities of the locally listed building with regard to Reigate and Banstead Borough Local Plan policy Pc10. 3. The windows shown proposed in the first floor of the northeast flank 34 1st November 2006 PLANNING COMMITTEE - Continued 1st November 2006

elevation of the development hereby permitted shall be glazed with obscured glass which shall be fixed shut, apart from a top hung opening fanlight whose cill height shall not be less than 1.7 metres above internal floor level, and shall be maintained as such at all times. Reason: To ensure that the development does not affect the amenity of the neighbouring property by overlooking with regard to Reigate and Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005 policy Ho9. 4. Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995, (or any Order revoking and re-enacting that Order with or without modification), no first floor windows, dormer windows or rooflights other than those expressly authorised by this permission shall be constructed in the northeast flank elevation of the development hereby permitted. Reason: To ensure that the development does not affect the amenity of the neighbouring property by overlooking and to protect the visual amenities of the area in accordance with Reigate and Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005 policy Ho9. 5. No new development shall be occupied until space has been laid out within the site in accordance with a scheme to be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority to provide secure cycle parking and shall be permanently maintained thereafter. Reason: In recognition of Planning Policy Guidance Note 13 – Transport and with regard to Reigate and Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005 policies Mo9, Mo10, Mo12 and Mo13 and Surrey Structure Plan 2004 policies DN2 and DN4. 6. Until the completion of the development hereby permitted, no site or building works (including demolition, excavation, construction of the development hereby permitted, tree works, laying of hard surfaces and landscaping of the site) shall be carried on outside the hours of 0800- 1800 Mondays to Fridays inclusive; 0800-1300 hours on Saturdays and not at all on Sundays and Public Holidays. There shall be no deliveries taken at or despatched from the site outside these hours. Reason: To ensure that the construction of the development hereby permitted does not unreasonably affect the amenities enjoyed by the residential properties in the vicinity, with regard to the Surrey Structure Plan 2004 policy SE1. For the avoidance of doubt, `Public Holidays’ includes New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Easter Monday, May Day, all Bank Holidays, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

Informatives: 1. Your attention is drawn to the safety benefits of installing sprinkler systems as an integral part of new development. Further information is available at www.firesprinklers.info. 2. The applicant is advised that prior to the initial occupation of any communal dwellings or flats, wheeled refuse bins conforming to British Standard RG723/2, separate recycling bins for paper/card and mixed cans, and storage facilities for the bins should be installed by the developer prior to the initial occupation of any dwelling hereby permitted. Further details on the required number and specification of wheeled bins and recycling boxes is available from the Council’s Neighbourhood Services on 01737 276224, or on the Council’s website at www.reigate-banstead.gov.uk. Bins and boxes meeting the specification may be purchased from any appropriate source, including the Council’s Neighbourhood Services Unit on 01737 276608.

(NOTE: The Chairman, Councillor M.J. Miller, and Councillor J.A. Meech declared a personal interest in the above application).

128. PLANNING APPLICATIONS 06/01312/ADV AND 06/01325/ADV – OUTSIDE 3-13 HIGH STREET, BANSTEAD AND IN FRONT OF WAITROSE, HIGH STREET, BANSTEAD

Consideration was given to a report on applications for internally illuminated advertising panels on bus shelters at the above locations. It was noted that the applications related to illuminated advertisements only. The shelters in which they would be mounted were permitted development and did not require planning permission, and consequently did not form part of either application. During consideration of this item, a suggestion was made that the Committee should have a discussion on bus shelters generally at a future meeting.

RESOLVED that as the Officer recommendations for approval of these applications subject to conditions were not approved, consideration of the applications be DEFERRED to the next meeting of the Committee.

(NOTE: Councillor R.M. Bennett declared a personal interest in this application).

129. PLANNING APPLICATION 06/01746/F – PRIORY PARK, BELL STREET, REIGATE

The Committee considered a report on an application for the installation of playground equipment at the above location. It was noted that normally most play equipment could be erected under permitted development rights but in this case two pieces of equipment exceeded 4m in height (the mast for the ‘ship’ and the ‘cable way’) and consequently these two elements required planning permission.

RESOLVED that subject to the receipt and consideration of any representations up to 15th November 2006, the Head of Building and Development Services be authorised to GRANT planning permission subject to the following conditions:

1. The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission. Reason: To comply with Section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended by Section 51 (1) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004. 2. No development shall take place until the applicant, or their agents or successors in title, has secured the implementation of a programme of archaeological work in accordance with a written scheme of investigation which has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Reason: The site covers an area in which it is considered necessary to preserve for future reference any archaeological information before it is destroyed by the development with regard to the Reigate and Banstead Borough Local Plan 2005 policy Pc8 and Surrey Structure Plan 2004 policy SE5.

130. ANY OTHER URGENT BUSINESS

The meeting closed at 9.30 p.m.