Liss Parish Council

LISS PARISH COUNCIL Minutes of the Planning Committee meeting held on 24th August 2009.

MEMBERS Mr J Duckham, *Mrs S Halstead (Chairman), *Mr H Linsley, *Mrs G Logan, Mr L Mann, *Mr B Mayo, Mr R Mullenger & *Mr P Payne. *Present Apologies: Cllrs. Duckham, Mullenger & Mann. In attendance: One member of the public.

P41/09 Declarations of interest Cllr Logan made the following declaration: “ Please note that as I may be involved in the consideration of these matters when they come before the District Council that, although I intend to participate in the discussions on each item, I do not intend to vote and I will be reserving my position until I hear the full debate at the District Council’s Planning Meeting”. Cllr Logan declared a prejudicial interest in application 51927 that was for a neighbouring property to her own.

P42/09 Matters arising from the meeting of 1 st June & other items EHDC – Development Briefs for Reserve Sites – An e-mail had been received from EHDC’s Head of Planning Control explaining the necessity for preparing development briefs for the reserve sites identified in the Local Plan & the possible release of those sites. Each site would be looked at on it’s own merits. EHDC felt that it was inevitable that all sites would come forward for development especially in light of the Silent Garden appeal result. The Chairman explained that CPRE were not convinced that the release of the sites within the AONB/SDNP was inevitable. EHDC would be launching a six week consultation on the Reserve Site Development Briefs at the Community Forum on 1st September. SDNP consultation on the size of the Authority & Representation of Parishes – The Chairman explained that the consultation was to the County Association only, but they had requested feedback from the local associations; EHAPTC were due to meet on 9th September & an indication of LPC’s feelings was required. The choices were for an authority of either 29 or 37 members of whom 6 or 8 respectively would be from parishes. After discussion it was unanimously agreed that LPC preferred the 37 member authority with 8 parish representatives. The Clerk would respond accordingly to Defra & copy to HALC & EHAPTC. 36853/004 St Peter’s Church – Members noted the letter of concern from WLRA over the tree work to be carried out at the churchyard. Cllr Logan gave an update on her meeting with the EHDC case officer on the matter; the case officer had taken note of comments supplied by LPC’s tree warden & a meeting with Rev Curry of the IPC was planned to establish a management programme. Cllr Logan would attend that meeting. Chichester DC – An informal consultation on their Statement of Community Involvement had been circulated. It was agreed that no response was necessary. 38686/001, Flying Bull, London Road – A letter had been received from EHDC’s Enforcement team; the site would be visited on 31st August to ensure that required actions had been taken. 51723 – 57 Greenfields – A copy of a letter from a resident expressing concern at EHDC’s refusal of the application for hedge removal on the basis of road safety had been received. Members noted that sightlines had been improved through the recent cutting back of the hedge. In general LPC & the VDG policy is to support the retention of hedges, but recognises the importance of regular pruning. Illegal tree removal at Farnham Road –No formal response had yet been received to the LPC letter of concern over the failure of legal procedures. EHDC Favourite Tree project – EHDC had requested the nomination of three trees from the parish. It was agreed to include an article in the next issue of the Village Voice inviting nominations.

Members then agreed a period of adjournment to receive comments from the public. Mr Grant asked why there had been no parish representation at the Planning Inspector’s site visit to 109 Forest Road on 18th June. It was subsequently established that this was a visit for the Inspector only & that no third parties were invited to attend; LPC’s written objection had been submitted to the Inspectorate on 30th June. Mr Grant also raised concerns over the tall mast erected on railway land in Mint Road. It was subsequently established that Network Rail had certain Permitted Development Rights & no approval was required.

P43/09 Planning Applications:

21673/009 – Spring Cottage, Mint Road – Two, five bedroomed two storey dwellings with associated parking & access, following demolition of dwelling. Members agreed a period of adjournment to receive comments from the public. Decision: Objection. Liss Parish Council consider this proposal to be a gross overdevelopment of the site due to the increase in bulk, height & mass compared with the permitted design; this would be detrimental to the street scene in this semi-rural setting. It would also have an adverse impact on the neighbouring bungalow. The applicant does not appear to have updated the design statement that still refers to to white render finishes.

51927 –15 Sherwood Close – Single storey side extension. Decision: No objection in principle but LPC is disappointed that the roof is not semi-pitched as this would have enhanced the appearance of the property. 35853/003 – Hatchers, Malvern Road – Single storey extension to rear & conversion of garage to habitable accommodation. Decision: No objection.

22286/005 – West Leigh, Mill Road – Change of use from office to dwelling with carport/store to side. Decision: No objection.

P44/09 Variation of conditions applications: 30959/018 – Pikes Yard (Olivers Terrace), Hill Brow Road – Variation of condition 5 of 30959/017 to allow insertion of conservation rooflights in rear elevation. Two letters from concerned residents to EHDC objecting to the proposal had been received. Decision: Objection. LPC consider this increase in accommodation to be an overdevelopment in the Conservation Area. There is already inadequate parking on this plot that has parking restrictions in existence on the highway frontage. LPC is also concerned that about loss of privacy to the cottage gardens of Summerfield Terrace as these new rooms would directly overlook them.

P45/09 Notification of pre-decision amendments: 50683/001 – 6 Rockpit Cottages, Rake Road – Increase in off-street parking from 4 spaces to 6. Decision: LPC maintains its objection to this proposed scheme & feels there is no reason provided in this proposed amendment to change its opinion. LPC is also concerned that the provision of so many parking spaces in the front garden, & in particular the siting of one directly in front of the windows of no 6 would be detrimental to the character of this whole terrace of dwellings.

51975 – Toops barn, Wyld Green Lane – Removal of proposed conservatory. Decision: No comment required.

P46/09 The following other matters were discussed: Notification of application withdrawn 38034/004 The Old Dairy, Wyld Green lane Conservatory to eastern elevation. Notices of permission/consent 51975 Toops Barn, Wyld Green lane Single storey extension to western elevation, as amended. 51133/001 Reeds Cottage, Reeds Lane Detached dwelling following demolition of dwelling. 25249/005 Rake Village Hall & recreation ground Relocation of war memorial. 24536/005 Glen House, Malvern Road Single storey extension to rear & car port to side. Notices of refusal 51590/001 99 Inwood Road Single & two storey extension to rear. Provisional tree preservation order EH833 Home Farm, Duckmead Lane Tree felling/pruning applications (referred to tree warden) 52104 Grafton, Huntsbottom Lane Prune 1 oak. 32313/003 The Mews, Huntsbottom Lane Prune 1 sweet chestnut.

P47/09 Other business Cllr Logan said she would enquire what the situation was on the Quarry Farm enforcement order. The Chairman & Cllr Linsley had attended the Inquiry hearing for Cumbers on 12th August. Cllr Logan said that there had been a site in Longmoor Road, Greatham that was now occupied by travellers. EHDC could not take legal action.

Next Meeting: Monday 14 th September, 2009.