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MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMITTEE OF THE SOUTH MOLTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD IN THE TOWN HALL, SOUTH MOLTON ON TUESDAY 26 MAY 2015 AT 6.15PM
Present: In the Chair Cllr Miss S. Bush Town Mayor Cllr D. J. Goodman Cllr M. T. Bushell Cllr M. Cornelius Cllr Mrs C. E. Lock Cllr S. W. Lock Cllr E. J. Moore Cllr D. Worden
In attendance: Mr A. C. Coates – Acting Town Clerk
P1/15 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Nil.
P2/15 CHAIRMAN’S ANNOUNCEMENTS Nil.
P3/15 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST The following declarations of interest were read out by the Acting Town Clerk: Cllr Goodman – Personal Interest – Item 5c) – Tenant of this property is my Neighbour Personal Interest – Item 5f) – Applicant is ex work colleague Cllr Moore – Personal Interest – Item 5b) – I live in this area but will have no impact plus or minus
P415 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Planning Committee 28 April 2015 It was RESOLVED that these minutes be approved.
P5/15 PLANNING APPLICATIONS a) Application No: 59003 Applicant: Mr Timothy Dwyer Proposal: Erection of one garden shed. Location: 32 Hugh Squier Avenue, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. b) Application No: 59163 Applicant: Mr Desmond Moore Proposal: Conversion of barn/garage/store to form one dwelling garage. Location: Barn at front of Southern Hay, Cooks Cross, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. Cllr Moore wished to have it minuted that he did not vote on this application. c) Application No: 59170 Applicant: Mr Philip Langton Proposal: Installation of new window at gable end.
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Location: Unit 14-15 George Arcade, Broad Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. Cllr Goodman wished to have it minuted that he did not vote on this application. d) Application No: 59187 Applicant: Ms Collette Potter Proposal: Extension to kitchen. Location: Stumbles, 131-134 East Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. e) Application No: 59211 Applicant: Mr & Mrs G. Hyde Proposal: Demolition of single storey side extension and Erection of two storey extension. Location: Meadow Croft, Poltimore Close, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. f) Application No: 59275 Applicant: Mrs Sally Clarke Proposal: Extension & alterations to dwelling. Location: 5 Meadow Park, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. Cllr Goodman wished to have it minuted that he did not vote on this application.
P6/15 PLANNING DECISIONS Members noted the planning decisions received from the District Council details of which had been previously circulated.
There being no further business the meeting closed at 6.55pm.
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MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMITTEE OF THE SOUTH MOLTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD IN THE TOWN HALL, SOUTH MOLTON ON TUESDAY 23 JUNE 2015 AT 6.15PM
Present: In the Chair Cllr Miss S. Bush Town Mayor Cllr D. J. Goodman Cllr M. T. Bushell Cllr M. Cornelius Cllr Mrs C. E. Lock Cllr S. W. Lock Cllr E. J. Moore Cllr D. Worden
In attendance: Mr A. C. Coates – Acting Town Clerk
P7/15 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Nil.
P8/15 CHAIRMAN’S ANNOUNCEMENTS Nil
P9/15 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST The following declarations of interest were read out by the Acting Town Clerk: Cllr Bush – Personal Interest – Item 5c) – Applicant is daughter of Councillor Cllr Bushell – Personal Interest – Item 5c) – Friend of Cllr Way Cllr Goodman – Prejudicial Interest – Item 5a) – Daughter works at school Personal Interest – Item 5c) – Applicant is son-in-law of fellow Councillor Cllr Moore – Personal Interest – Item 5c) – Son-in-law of Councillor Way Personal Interest – Item 5e) – A friend Cllr Worden – Personal Interest – Item 5c) – Son-in-law of Councillor Prejudicial Interest – Item 5b) – Objector known to me
P10/15 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Planning Committee 26 May 2015 It was RESOLVED that these minutes be approved.
P11/15 APPLICATIONS NO LONGER BEING CONSIDERED BY NDC Members noted that the following applications are no longer being considered by NDC: Application 55500 – Discharge of conditions 9 (archaeological work) & 11 (Phasing of works) attached to planning permission 48212 at land adj The Coaching Inn, Queen Street, South Molton Application 55952 – Extension of time limit for implementation of planning permission 48212 for the erection of eight dwellings & revised design (amended plans) at the Coaching Inn, Queen Street, South Molton
The time being 6.31pm Cllrs C. and S Lock joined the meeting.
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P12/15 It was RESOLVED that Application No 59282 be considered at the end of the meeting as the applicant for the following application was in attendance. It was also noted that there were two Item 5 headings on the agenda.
Cllr Worden declared a Prejudicial Interest in the following application and did not take part in the voting process.
P13/15 PLANNING APPLICATIONS b) Application No: 59346 Applicant: Mr Graham White Proposal: Erection of dwelling. Location: Land rear of 80 South Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be refused for the following reasons: i) The proposed development neither preserves nor enhances the character of the conservation area. ii) No off-street parking provided and on-street parking is very problematic in this area. iii) Such a dwelling is not conducive to healthy living. iv) Members consider this development is an over-intensification of the area. c) Application No: 59380 Applicant: Mr Kevin Smith Proposal: Extension to dwelling. Location: 17 Tower Park, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. d) Application No: 59418 Applicant: Miss G. & Mr C. Kendrick Proposal: Conversion of 1 no residential unit to 2 no residential units. Location: 37 South Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be refused on the grounds of over-intensification of the site. e) Application No: 59432 Applicant: Ms Sharon Bailiey Proposal: Extension to dwelling Location: 6 Tower Park, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. f) Application No: 59443 Applicant: Mr Richard Berridge Proposal: Conversion of garage to provide full wheelchair access ramp to dwelling including walkway. Location: 14 Aclands, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. Cllr S. Lock wished to have it minuted that he voted against this proposal.
P14/15 The time being 7.00pm it was RESOLVED that this meeting be adjourned to enable the Town Council meeting to take place.
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The meeting reconvened at 7.58pm
Cllr Goodman declared a Prejudicial Interest in the following application and did not take part in the voting process.
P13/15 (Continued) a) Application No: 59282 Applicant: Ms Diane Newman, BAM Construction Ltd Proposal: Erection of 3 storey educational building (school building, Use Class D1), Sports Hall, Car Parking, Outdoor Sports provision, landscaping & associated works together with demolition of existing school buildings & structures. Location: South Molton Community College, Alswear Old Road, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved subject to the following serious concerns: i) The need for clarity about plans for public access to the school facilities, for example there is no clarity as to how public access will be maintained to the All Weather pitch. ii) The issues re disabled access if there is only one lift in the main building. iii) Lack of general provision for the disabled.
P15/15 PLANNING DECISIONS Members noted the planning decisions received from the District Council details of which had been previously circulated.
There being no further business the meeting closed at 8.32pm.
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MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMITTEE OF THE SOUTH MOLTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD IN THE GARDEN ROOM, THE AMORY CENTRE, 125 EAST STREET, SOUTH MOLTON ON MONDAY 13 JULY 2015 AT 7.30PM
Present: In the Chair Cllr Mrs S. Yeo Town Mayor Cllr D. J. Goodman Cllr M. T. Bushell Cllr Mrs C. E. Lock Cllr E. J. Moore Cllr D. Worden
In attendance: Mr A. C. Coates – Acting Town Clerk
P16/15 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Apologies for absence were received from Cllrs Cornelius and S. Lock.
P17/15 CHAIRMAN’S ANNOUNCEMENTS Nil.
P18/15 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST The following declarations of interest were read out by the Acting Town Clerk: Cllr Yeo – Prejudicial Interest – Item 5g) – House close by Cllr Moore – Prejudicial Interest – Item 5f) and 5g) – the applicant is now my neighbour
P19/15 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Planning Committee 23 June 2015 It was RESOLVED that these minutes be approved.
P20/15 PLANNING APPLICATIONS a) Application No: 59460 Applicant: Mr & Mrs P. McCartan Proposal: Extension & alterations to dwelling & formation of one unit of holiday accommodation. Location: The Old Rectory, North Road, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. b) Application No: 59461 Applicant: Mr & Mrs P. McCartan Proposal: Listed building application in respect of extension & alterations to dwelling & formation of one unit of holiday accommodation. Location: The Old Rectory, North Road, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. c) Application No: 59476 Applicant: Mr & Mrs G. Hyde Proposal: Demolition of single storey side extension & erection of two storey extension. Location: Meadow Croft, Poltimore Close, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. d) Application No: 59485
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Applicant: Mr & Mrs Tas Proposal: Erection of dormer window. Location: 106 East Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved e) Application No: 59509 Applicant: Mr Liam Webb, Wainhomes (Sw) Holdings Ltd Proposal: Removal of Condition 22 (CSH Pre-assessment) & 23 (Carbon Emissions) attached to planning permission 58050. Location: Land off Nadder Lane, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be refused as Condition 22 was a material considerations in the Council’s acceptance in the first instance.
Cllr Moore declared a Prejudicial Interest in the following item and left the meeting and did not return.
f) Application No: 59513 Applicant: E. Wilson Esq Proposal: Conversion of store to form one dwelling. Location: Land off Raleigh Mead, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved.
Cllr Yeoh declared a Prejudicial Interest in the following item and left the meeting.
g) Application No: 59514 Applicant: E. Wilson Esq Proposal: Outline planning application (all matters reserved except access) for erection of two dwellings. Location: Land off Raleigh Mead, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved.
Cllr Yeo rejoined the meeting.
h) Application No: 59572 Applicant: Mrs June Clinton Proposal: Application for consent for works to trees covered by a Tree Preservation Order in respect of removal of 1 Monterey Cypress. Location: 61 Brook Meadow, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended a decision is deferred and that a report from a tree expert is requested.
P21/15 PLANNING DECISIONS Members noted the planning decisions received from the District Council details of which had been previously circulated.
There being no further business the meeting closed at 8.15pm.
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MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMITTEE OF THE SOUTH MOLTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD IN THE TOWN HALL, SOUTH MOLTON ON TUESDAY 28 JULY 2015 AT 6.15PM
Present: In the Chair Town Mayor Cllr D. J. Goodman Cllr M. T. Bushell Cllr M. Cornelius Cllr Mrs C. E. Lock Cllr S. W. Lock Cllr E. J. Moore Cllr Mrs S. Yeo
In attendance: Mr A. C. Coates – Acting Town Clerk
P22/15 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Apologies for absence were received from Cllr Worden
P23/15 CHAIRMAN’S ANNOUNCEMENTS The Mayor, Cllr Goodman, asked that all members of this committee report on time and that they read their agendas prior to the meeting.
P24/15 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST The following declaration of interest was read out by the Acting Town Clerk: Cllr Cornelius – Personal Interest – Item 6b) – Wife distantly related to applicant.
P25/15 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Planning Committee 28 July 2015 It was RESOLVED that these minutes be approved.
P26/15 SUPPLEMENTARY PLANNING Cllr Bushell had requested that the North Devon Council’s Supplementary Planning Guidance was brought to members attention and members specifically noted the section in respect of Affordable Housing. It was RESOLVED that an informal meeting of this committee is convened in order to discuss Spatial Strategy in respect of planning decisions. The Acting Town Clerk is to speak to the planners and establish what other councils have implemented regarding this matter. Cllr Moore wished to have it noted that he voted against this decision.
The time being 6.23pm Cllr Yeo joined the meeting and took the chair. The time being 6.25pm Cllrs C. and S. Lock joined the meeting.
P27/15 PLANNING APPLICATIONS a) Application No: 58920 Applicant: North Devon Homes Proposal: Erection of one bungalow (amended plans). Location: Land at Kingsway, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. Cllr Moore voted against this proposal. b) Application No: 59377 Applicant: Mr G. J. & Mrs S. J. Smaldon
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Proposal: Erection of agricultural worker’s dwelling. Location: Hill Farm, Hill Village, Filleigh, Barnstaple It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. Cllrs C. Lock, S. Lock and Moore voted against this proposal. c) Application No: 59519 Applicant: Mr James Taylor Proposal: Construction of small cloakroom with toilet and wash hand basin on ground floor. Location: 41B East Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. d) Application No: 59632 Applicant: S. Northcott Esq Proposal: Change of use of stores to garage workshop. Location: The Old Coach Station, Southley Road, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved.
P28/15 PLANNING DECISIONS Members noted the planning decisions received from the District Council details of which had been previously circulated.
There being no further business the meeting closed at 6.50pm.
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MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMITTEE OF THE SOUTH MOLTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD IN THE OAK ROOM, THE AMORY CENTRE, 125 EAST STREET, SOUTH MOLTON ON TUESDAY 1 SEPTEMBER 2015 AT 6.30PM
Present: In the Chair Cllr Mrs S. Yeo Town Mayor Cllr D. J. Goodman Cllr M. T. Bushell Cllr M. Cornelius Cllr Mrs C. E. Lock Cllr S. W. Lock Cllr E. J. Moore Cllr D. Worden
In attendance: Mr A. C. Coates – Town Clerk
P29/15 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Nil.
P30/15 CHAIRMAN’S ANNOUNCEMENTS Nil.
P31/15 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST The following declarations of interest were read out: Cllr Cornelius – Personal Interest – Item 6b) – Applicant is an acquaintance Personal Interest – Item 6i) – Applicant is a neighbour Cllr Moore – Personal Interest – Item 6b) – Applicant known to me Personal Interest – Item 6j) – Applicant is known to me Personal Interest – Item 6l) – Applicant signed my election nomination paper Cllr Yeo – Prejudicial Interest – Item 6h) – Husband works for company Personal Interest – Item 6i) – New home
P32/15 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Planning Committee 28 July 2015 It was RESOLVED that these minutes be approved.
P33/15 SOUTH MOLTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE Cllr Cornelius outlined his concerns regarding the forthcoming Community Use Statement and it was RESOLVED that the Town Council approaches the Headteacher, Mr Andrew Finney, to help assist in drafting a Community Use Statement.
P34/15 PLANNING APPLICATIONS a) Application No: 59315 Applicant: Mr N. Draper Proposal: Demolition of existing lean to extension & erection of new extension to the southern side of the foundry. Location: Eaton Aerospace access to Pathfields Business Park, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved.
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b) Application No: 59553 Applicant: Mrs Derrica Hodgson Proposal: Outline application for erection of bungalow & garage. Location: Garden of Mayfield, Gunswell Lane, South Molton The Clerk advised that this application has already been granted permission to proceed and as members had previously recommended approval for the same application in 2012 It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. c) Application No: 59646 Applicant: Mr Neal Northcott Proposal: Conversion of store buildings & garages to form 11 en-suite bedrooms. Location: 124 East Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved providing a pedestrian and vehicular access is established under licence over the car parking land at the rear of the site which is owned by North Devon Council. d) Application No: 59668 Applicant: Miss Katherine Ley Proposal: Approval of details in respect of discharge of Condition 4 (window & door detail) attached Planning Permission 57163. Location: Rear of 19 Broad Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. e) Application No: 59669 Applicant: Mr James Taylor Proposal: Listed building application for installation of secondary glazing units to 3 timber sash windows. Location: 41b East Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. f) Application No: 59695 Applicant: HSBC Group PLC Proposal: Replacement of external self service machine. Location: HSBC, 25 Broad Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. g) Application No: 59700 Applicant: Mr & Mrs V. Puffitt Proposal: Demolition of existing ancillary accommodation & erection of 1 residential unit. Location: Hendra House, 105 East Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. h) Application No: 59708 Applicant: Miss Lucy Howe Proposal: Installation of windows in Unit 1, Unit 2 and Unit 5, Location: Lime Field, South Lime Way, Pathfields Business Park, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved.
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i) Application No: 59728 Applicant: McCarthy & Stone Retirement Lifestyles Ltd Proposal: Siting of: (1) Two flagpoles with advertisement flags (non-illuminated), (2) Two D-Board signs (externally illuminated) & (3) Four hoarding signs (non- illuminated) Location Moors Yard, South Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved subject to (2) Two D-Board signs being non-illuminated. Cllr S. Locked voted against this application. j) Application No: 59733 Applicant: Mrs M. A. Bower Proposal: Erection of one dwelling. Location: 12 New Road, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be refused as members consider this is an over-intensification of the site and problems regarding vehicular access. Members wished it to be recorded that 4 members voted in favour of refusal, 2 against refusal and 2 abstained. k) Application No: 59757 Applicant: Mr & Mrs Norman Proposal: Extension & alterations to dwelling. Location: 14 Winston Park, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. l) Application No: 59658 Applicant: Mr & Mrs R. Penfold Proposal: Outline planning application for erection of one dwelling with integral garage (all matters reserved except access & layout). Location: Land adjacent to Cottage Homes, New Road, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved but members consider that a visibility splay could be created from the land outlined in the plan and noted that this access is being regularly used by agricultural vehicles.
P35/15 PLANNING DECISIONS Members noted the planning decisions received from the District Council details of which had been previously circulated.
There being no further business the meeting closed at 7.55pm.
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MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMITTEE OF THE SOUTH MOLTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD IN THE OAK ROOM, THE AMORY CENTRE, 125 EAST STREET, SOUTH MOLTON ON TUESDAY 13 OCTOBER 2015 AT 6.30PM
Present: In the Chair Cllr Mrs S. Yeo Town Mayor Cllr D. J. Goodman Cllr M. T. Bushell Cllr M. Cornelius Cllr Mrs C. E. Lock Cllr S. W. Lock Cllr E. J. Moore
In attendance: Mr A. C. Coates – Town Clerk
P36/15 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Apologies for absence were received from Cllr Worden.
P37/15 CHAIRMAN’S ANNOUNCEMENTS The Chairman asked members to please indicate by putting up their hand if they wished to comment on an application in order that members could speak in an orderly fashion.
P38/15 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST The following declarations of interest were read out: Cllr Yeo – Personal Interest – Item 6a) Application No 59885 – Employed by MVF next to the site
P39/15 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Planning Committee 1 September 2015 Minute No: P32/15 – Personal Interest in respect of Cllr Yeo should read Near home. With this amendment It was RESOLVED that these minutes be approved.
P40/15 APPLICATION NO 59658 – OUTLINE PLANNING APPLICATION FOR ERECTION OF ONE DWELLING WITH INTEGRAL GARAGE (ALL MATTERS RESERVED EXCEPT ACCESS & LAYOUT) AT LAND ADJACENT TO COTTAGE HOMES, NEW ROAD, SOUTH MOLTON Members noted that the District Council have advised that the above application has been withdrawn and will no longer be considered by them.
P41/15 PLANNING APPLICATIONS a) Application No: 59885 Applicant: Mrs Debbie Cook Proposal: Conversion of one dwelling to form two flats. Location: The Old Stable, Station Road, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. Six voted in favour and Cllr Cornelius voted against. Members questioned where the bin store and the cycle storage areas for these flats would be sited as it was not evident on the plan.
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b) Application No: 59943 Applicant: Mr & Mrs Bateman Proposal: Extension & alterations to dwelling. Location: Westmead, Nadder Lane, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved c) Application No: 59956 Applicant: South Molton Town Council Proposal: Listed building application in respect of creation of market holder storage units. Location: Pannier Market, Broad Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that, as this is the Town Council’s own application, no formal decision is made and that this application be forwarded to the District Council to determine. Members were pleased that this application had been submitted as it would make use of a disused area.
P42/15 PLANNING DECISIONS Members noted the planning decisions received from the District Council details of which had been previously circulated. It was pointed out that in future the details supplied would give a clearer indication of the District Council decision.
There being no further business the meeting closed at 6.57pm.
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MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMITTEE OF THE SOUTH MOLTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD IN THE TOWN HALL, SOUTH MOLTON ON TUESDAY 27 OCTOBER 2015 AT 6.30PM
Present: In the Chair Cllr Mrs S. Yeo Town Mayor Cllr D. J. Goodman Cllr M. Cornelius Cllr Mrs C. E. Lock Cllr S. W. Lock Cllr E. J. Moore Cllr D. Worden
In attendance: Mr A. C. Coates – Town Clerk
P43/15 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Apologies for absence were received from Cllr Bushell
P44/15 CHAIRMAN’S ANNOUNCEMENTS Nil.
P45/15 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST The following declarations of interest were read out: Cllr Cornelius DPI – Item 5d) –Appn 60077 – Friend of applicant Cllr Goodman – Personal Interest – Item 5c) Appn 60042 – Daughter works at College Cllr Moore – DPI – Item 5b) Appn 60036 - Friend
P46/15 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Planning Committee 13 October 2015 It was RESOLVED that these minutes be approved.
P47/15 PLANNING APPLICATIONS a) Application No: 60015 Applicant: Acorn Properties Ltd Proposal: Reserved matters application for erection of two dwellings (outline planning permission 56998). Location: Land adjacent to 11 Coronation Cottages, North Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved.
Cllr Moore declared a DPI in the following application and left the meeting.
b) Application No: 60036 Applicant: Mr Peter McNeil Proposal: Insertion of five velux windows. Location: 18 Exeter Gate, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved.
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c) Application No: 60042 Applicant: BAM Construction Ltd Proposal: Variation of Conditions 2 (approved plans & documents), Condition 7 (Contamination & remediation works) & 11 (Construction noise) attached to planning permission 59282 (amended description & additional information). Location: South Molton Community College, Alswear Old Road, South Molton, EX36 4LA It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that Conditions 2 and 7 be approved and the District Council be requested to ensure noise is kept at a reasonable level and that works are carried out within appropriate sensible working hours in respect of Condition 11.
Cllr Cornelius declared a DPI in the following application and left the meeting.
d) Application No: 60077 Applicant: Mrs Paula Dormer Proposal: Conversion of part of shop premises to form one residential unit. Location: The Medical Hall, 136 East Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved.
Cllr Cornelius rejoined the meeting.
e) Application No: 60114 Applicant: Mr Adrian Russell Proposal: Conversion of former residential care home to 5 flats & associated works (amendments to approved planning permission 57967). Location: Bidders Court, Barnstaple Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved.
P48/15 SOUTH MOLTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE – LETTINGS POLICY Cllr Cornelius reported on the above lettings policy and pointed out a couple of errors in the document. It was also pointed out that the document was created as if it was a County controlled school but as the Community College was not a County controlled establishment there were fears that the college might drift away from the aforementioned policies. Members noted the content of this document
There being no further business the meeting closed at 7.00pm.
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MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMITTEE OF THE SOUTH MOLTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD IN THE TOWN HALL, SOUTH MOLTON ON TUESDAY 24 NOVEMBER 2015 AT 6.15PM
Present: In the Chair Cllr Mrs S. Yeo Town Mayor Cllr D. J. Goodman Cllr M. Bushell Cllr M. Cornelius Cllr Mrs C. E. Lock Cllr S. W. Lock Cllr E. J. Moore Cllr D. Worden
In attendance: Mr A. C. Coates – Town Clerk
P49/15 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Nil.
P50/15 CHAIRMAN’S ANNOUNCEMENTS Nil.
P51/15 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST The following declarations of interest were read out: Cllr Goodman – Personal Interest – Item 6d) Application No 60215 – Applicant is a friend Personal Interest – Item 6e) Application No 60178 – Daughter is a governor at Junior School Cllr Yeo - Personal Interest – Item 6c) Application No 60199 – Near house
P52/15 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Planning Committee 27 October 2015 It was RESOLVED that these minutes be approved.
P53/15 NOTICE OF APPEAL The Town Clerk read out the previous grounds for refusal by South Molton Town Council regarding Application 59346 – Erection of dwelling at Land rear of 80 South Street, South Molton and members asked him to establish from NDC the procedure for the Appeals Process. The Notice of Appeal was noted by members.
P54/15 PLANNING APPLICATIONS a) Application No: 60144 Applicant: Mr & Mrs J. Harkness Proposal: Outline application for erection of one dwelling (with some matters reserved). Location: Thornes, Poltimore Road, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved.
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During discussion on the above application Cllrs C. and S. Lock joined the meeting at 6.21pm.
b) Application No: 60192 Applicant: Mr & Mrs Burroughs Proposal: Extension to dwelling. Location: 47 West Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved. c) Application No: 60199 Applicant: Mrs Jill Benton Proposal: Extension to dwelling. Location: 3 Raleigh Park, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved. d) Application No: 60215 Applicant: R. Boundy Esq Proposal: Extension to dwelling. Location: Lyndhurst, North Road, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved. Cllr Goodman wished to have it minuted that he abstained from voting on this application. e) Application No: 60224 Applicant: Mr Richard Saunders Proposal: Extension & alterations to dwelling to form two dwellings. Location: 28 Exeter Gate, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be refused on the grounds of over-intensification of the site. Members wished to have it minuted that the votes were 4 to 3 against.
The time being 6.58pm the meeting was adjourned during discussion on the following application.
f) Application No: 60178 Applicant: BAM Construction Ltd Proposal: Erection of school buildings together with car parking, outdoor sports provision, landscaping & associated works. Location: Land off B3226, Exeter Gate, South Molton
The time being 8.20pm the meeting reconvened.
It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved in principle but members had serious concerns regarding the following: a) Access to the school including the dropping off area b) That insufficient consideration has been given to the Local Plan
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c) Location of speed limit signage It was also RESOLVED that the materials shown on the application for the facade should be in keeping with the town and should not be of an industrial appearance.
P55/15 PLANNING DECISIONS Members noted the planning decisions received from the District Council details of which had been previously circulated.
There being no further business the meeting closed at 8.31pm.
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MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMITTEE OF THE SOUTH MOLTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD IN THE TOWN HALL, SOUTH MOLTON ON TUESDAY 8 DECEMBER 2015 AT 6.30PM
Present: In the Chair Cllr Mrs S. Yeo Town Mayor Cllr D. J. Goodman Cllr M. Bushell Cllr M. Cornelius Cllr Mrs C. E. Lock Cllr S. W. Lock Cllr E. J. Moore Cllr D. Worden
In attendance: Mr A. C. Coates – Town Clerk
P56/15 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Nil.
P57/15 CHAIRMAN’S ANNOUNCEMENTS Nil.
P58/15 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST The following declarations of interest were read out: Cllr Cornelius – Personal Interest – Item 5a) Appn No 60311 – i)live on New Road, ii)Acquaintance of applicant. Cllr Moore – Personal Interest – Item 5a) Appn No 60311
P59/15 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Planning Committee 24 November 2015 It was RESOLVED that these minutes be approved.
P60/15 PLANNING APPLICATIONS a) Application No: 60311 Applicant: Mr & Mrs R. Penfold Proposal: Outline application for erection of dwelling with integrated garage & additional parking space. Location: Land adj Cottage Homes, New Road, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved but members consider that a visibility splay could be created from the land outlined in the plan and noted that this access is being regularly used by agricultural vehicles. Members wished to have it noted that they have had sight of the traffic data. All members voted in favour except Cllr Cornelius who abstained.
P61/15 PLANNING DECISIONS Cllr Cornelius spoke about his concerns regarding the Notice of Appeal received from the District Council in respect of Appn 59346 – Erection of dwelling at land rear of 80 South Street – and informed members that one neighbour, who initially objected to this application, did not receive a Notice of Appeal which he confirmed was the responsibility of the planning authority. Cllr Cornelius also mentioned that the appellant who wrote to the Planning
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Inspector stated he was not allowed to finish his comments at the Planning Committee meeting and he also said that the decision was not unanimous. Cllr Cornelius therefore suggested that in the future the votes for and against are specified. Members noted the planning decisions received from the District Council details of which had been previously circulated.
There being no further business the meeting closed at 6.47pm.
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MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMITTEE OF THE SOUTH MOLTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD IN THE GARDEN ROOM, THE AMORY CENTRE, 125 EAST STREET, SOUTH MOLTON ON MONDAY 11 JANUARY 2016 IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE TOWN COUNCIL MEETING AT 6.30PM
Present: In the Chair Cllr Mrs S. Yeo Town Mayor Cllr D. J. Goodman Cllr M. Bushell Cllr M. Cornelius Cllr S. W. Lock Cllr E. J. Moore Cllr D. Worden
In attendance: Mr A. C. Coates – Town Clerk
P62/15 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Apologies for absence were received from Cllr C. Lock.
P63/15 CHAIRMAN’S ANNOUNCEMENTS Cllr Moore mentioned that a member from the South Molton Planning Committee should be present at the Penfolds site meeting due to be held soon. The Town Clerk reported that he would send an email to relevant members as and when the site meeting date was known.
P64/15 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST The following declarations of interest were read out: Cllr Goodman – Prejudicial Interest – Item 6c) Application No 60325 – Chairman of Hospital LOF
P65/15 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Planning Committee 8 December 2015 It was RESOLVED that these minutes be approved.
P66/15 APPLICATION NO 59514 – OUTLINE PLANNING APPLICATION (ALL MATTERS RESERVED EXCEPT ACCESS) FOR ERECTION OF TWO DWELLINGS AT LAND OFF RALEIGH MEAD, SOUTH MOLTON Members noted that the District Council had advised that the above application had been withdrawn and would no longer be considered by them. Cllr Moore abstained.
P67/15 PLANNING APPLICATIONS a) Application No: 60152 Applicant: Mr Liam Webb Proposal: Erection of 165 dwellings with associated access, roads, footways, parking, landscaping, drainage, open space and play facilities. Location: Land off Nadder Lane, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved with the following observations:
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a) Members were disappointed that there were no bungalows present in the development. b) That there was a shortage of parking. c) That the alignment of the through road had not been addressed. d) That the distributor road is completed prior to the building of the houses. e) There was concern regarding the access points at the top of the development from Nadder Lane. Cllr Lock voted against this application as did Cllr Bushell who specifically sited car parking issues as a reason for refusal. b) Application No: 60295 Applicant: Envisage Building Company Ltd Proposal: Erection of eight dwellings. Location: The Coaching Inn, Queen Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously refused for the following reasons: a) That this application is an over-intensification of the site. b) The proximity of the development to licensed premises for young children c) That there are highway conditions to be taken into account regarding traffic movements within the site and off site. d) That there may be an Article 8 infringement on the residential dwelling of the landlord. e) That there is a lack of car parking space. f) That there would disruption to adjacent properties including the Coaching Inns business and the potential adverse economic impact. g) That members have issues regarding the building design as the application is within the Conservation area. h) Concerns regarding wheelie bins on the pavement in Queen Street. i) Noise issues. j) A wildlife report will be required.
Cllr Goodman declared a Prejudicial Interest in the following application and did not take part in the voting process thereon.
c) Application No: 60325 Applicant: Dr Howard Stone Proposal: Prior approval for the installation of solar voltaic equipment. Location: South Molton Community Hospital, Widgery Drive, South Molton. Members noted this application as it would be determined under permitted rights d) Application No: 60365 Applicant: Mr Kingsley Clarke Proposal: Extension to two dwellings. Location: Little Stone Farm House & Little Stone Cottage, South Molton. It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved.
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e) Application No: 60403 Applicant: Mr Andrew Symons Proposal: Extension to building. Location: Andrew Symons Agricultural Engineers, Borners Bridge, Station Road, South Molton. It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved. f) Application No: 60436 Applicant: Mr Will Garnett Proposal: Siting of one non illuminated projecting sign & one non-illuminated staff information sign. It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved.
P68/15 PLANNING DECISIONS Members noted the planning decisions received from the District Council details of which had been previously circulated.
There being no further business the meeting closed at 8.15pm.
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MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMITTEE OF THE SOUTH MOLTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD IN THE TOWN HALL, SOUTH MOLTON ON TUESDAY 26 JANUARY 2016 AT 6.30PM
Present: In the Chair Cllr Mrs S. Yeo Town Mayor Cllr D. J. Goodman Cllr M. Bushell Cllr M. Cornelius Cllr Mrs C. E. Lock Cllr S. W. Lock Cllr E. J. Moore Cllr D. Worden
In attendance: Mr A. C. Coates – Town Clerk
P69/15 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Nil.
P70/15 CHAIRMAN’S ANNOUNCEMENTS Nil.
P71/15 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST Nil.
P72/15 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Planning Committee 11 January 2016 It was RESOLVED that these minutes be approved.
P73/15 It was RESOLVED that Standing Orders be suspended. It was RESOLVED that Cllr Cornelius represents the Council for the site meetings to be held on 4 February 2016 in respect of the Penfold (60311) and the Coaching Inn (60295) planning applications. Seven voted in favour of this proposal and one abstained.
F74/15 It was RESOLVED that the meeting return to open session.
P75/15 PLANNING APPLICATIONS a) Application No: 60520 Applicant: H. N. Blackmore & Sons Proposal: Erection of single storey garage. Location: H. N. Blackmore & Sons, 116 East Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved. b) Application No: 60490 Applicant: South Molton Town Council Proposal: Listed building application for repair & partial replacement of assembly room roof together with repairs & works to market hall roof.
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Location: Pannier Market & Assembly Rooms, Broad Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be noted.
There being no further business the meeting closed at 6.46pm.
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MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMITTEE OF THE SOUTH MOLTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD IN THE TOWN HALL, SOUTH MOLTON ON TUESDAY 23 FEBRUARY 2016 AT 6.15PM
Present: In the Chair Cllr D. Worden Town Mayor Cllr D. J. Goodman Cllr M. Bushell Cllr S. W. Lock Cllr E. J. Moore
In attendance: Mr A. C. Coates – Town Clerk
P76/15 It was RESOLVED that in the absence of the Chairman and Vice Chairman that Cllr Worden take the chair.
P77/15 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Apologies for absence were received from Cllrs Cornelius, C. Lock and Yeo.
P78/15 CHAIRMAN’S ANNOUNCEMENTS The Chairman informed members that he had received a letter regarding the consultation for the North Devon and Torridge Local Plan. The Town Clerk advised that he would email this to all members.
P79/15 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST The following declarations of interest were read out by the Town Clerk: Cllr Bushell – Personal Interest – Item 5e) Appn No 60621 – Council rep for Sports Hub Cllr Goodman – Prejudicial Interest – Item 6c) Appn 60595 – Dwelling to be built opposite my house. Cllr Moore – DPI – Item 5a) Appn No 60576 Next door neighbour Prejudicial Interest – Item 5d) Appn No 60649 – Member of South Molton Bowling Club Cllr Worden – Personal Interest – Item 5c) Appn No 60621 – Applicant member of the Sports Network.
P80/15 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Planning Committee 26 January 2016 It was RESOLVED that these minutes be approved.
It was agreed that planning applications be considered in the following order 5b); 5d); 5a); 5c) and 5e).
P81/15 PLANNING APPLICATIONS b) Application No: 60577 Applicant: S. Sprague Esq Proposal: Alterations to existing industrial unit. Location: The Hub, Station Road, Pathfields Business Park, South Molton
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It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved.
Cllr Moore declared a prejudicial and DPI interest in the following two applications and left the meeting.
d) Application No: 60649 Applicant: Mr Peter McNeil Proposal: Erection of replacement garage & removal of boundary wall to provide additional off-road parking. Location: 18 Exeter Gate, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved.
The time being 6.34pm Cllr Bushell joined the meeting.
a) Application No: 60576 Applicant: E. Wilson Esq Proposal: Outline application erection of one dwelling. Location: Land off Raleigh Mead, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved.
Cllr Moore re-joined the meeting.
Cllr Goodman declared a prejudicial interest in the following application and left the meeting.
c) Application No: 60595 Applicant: Mr & Mrs D. Bere Proposal: Erection of one dwelling. Location: Grey Hollow, George Nympton Road, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved.
Cllr Goodman re-joined the meeting.
e) Application No: 60621 Applicant: Mr N. Kingdon, South Molton Rugby Club Proposal: Change of use from agricultural land to recreation use. Location: Land at South Molton Community College, Alswear Old Road, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved.
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P82/15 PLANNING DECISIONS Members noted the planning decisions received from the District Council details of which had been previously circulated.
There being no further business the meeting closed at 6.51pm.
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MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMITTEE OF THE SOUTH MOLTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD IN THE TOWN HALL, SOUTH MOLTON ON TUESDAY 22 MARCH 2016 AT 6.30PM
Present: In the Chair Cllr Mrs S. Yeo Town Mayor Cllr D. J. Goodman Cllr M. Bushell Cllr M. Cornelius Cllr Mrs C. E. Lock Cllr S. W. Lock Cllr E. J. Moore Cllr D. Worden
In attendance: Mr A. C. Coates – Town Clerk
P83/15 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE There were no apologies for absence.
P84/15 CHAIRMAN’S ANNOUNCEMENTS Nil.
P85/15 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST Nil.
P86/15 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Planning Committee 23 February 2016 It was RESOLVED that these minutes be approved. Cllr Cornelius abstained as he was not present at the last meeting.
P87/15 PLANNING APPLICATIONS a) Application No: 60577 Applicant: S. Sprague Esq Proposal: Alterations to existing industrial unit (amended plans). Location: The Hub, Station Road, Pathfields Business Park, South Molton This application was noted by members as it had already been approved by North Devon Council. b) Application No: 60656 Applicant: South Molton Town Council Proposal: Creation of 6 allotment gardens & pump track (Bicycle Skills Course). Location: Parsonage Lane, South Molton Members noted this application as the applicant was South Molton Town Council. However, it was suggested that the Town Clerk write to the consultees of this application to reassure them that traffic flow along Parsonage Lane would be less under this application rather than the existing application. c) Application No: 60707 Applicant: Mrs Jennifer Akel Proposal: Retrospective application for erection of a lean to garden building. Location: Northcott, Cooks Cross, South Molton
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It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved. d) Application No: 60764 Applicant: Mr Peter Langton Proposal: Retrospective application for erection of arch. Location: George Arcade, Broad Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved. e) Application No: 60765 Applicant: Mr Peter Langton Proposal: Retrospective application of erection of advertisement signs. Location: George Arcade, Broad Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved. f) Application No: 60792 Applicant: South Molton Town Council Proposal: Listed building application for installation of new entrance gates & alterations to WC’s. Location: Market & Assembly Rooms, Broad Street, South Molton This application was noted only as the applicant was South Molton Town Council. However, it was suggested that the Town Clerk checks the scale of the new proposed toilets and also to check the swing of the far right hand gate as proposed in the drawings.
P88/15 PLANNING DECISIONS Members noted the planning decisions received from the District Council details of which had been previously circulated.
There being no further business the meeting closed at 6.55 pm.
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MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMITTEE OF THE SOUTH MOLTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD IN THE TOWN HALL, SOUTH MOLTON ON TUESDAY 26 APRIL 2016 AT 6.15PM
Present: In the Chair Cllr Mrs S. Yeo Town Mayor Cllr D. J. Goodman Cllr M. Bushell Cllr M. Cornelius Cllr Mrs C. E. Lock Cllr S. W. Lock Cllr E. J. Moore
In attendance: Mr A. C. Coates – Town Clerk
P89/15 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Apologies for absence were received from Cllr Worden.
P90/15 CHAIRMAN’S ANNOUNCEMENTS Nil.
P91/15 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST The following declaration of interest was read out by the Clerk: Cllr Bushell – Personal Interest – Item 6a) Appn No 60621 – Council rep for Sports Hub
P92/15 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Planning Committee 22 March 2016 It was RESOLVED that these minutes be approved.
Members agreed that Items 6b) and 6c) on the agenda be considered next.
P93/15 PLANNING APPLICATIONS b) Application No: 60844 Applicant: Mr Stephen Snooks Proposal: Demolition of Lamaton Park and replace with 37 self- contained flats & communal facilities. Location: Lamaton Park, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be refused for the following reasons: i) The application is visually intrusive and out of keeping with the character of South Molton ii) Insufficient parking allocated iii) No disabled parking iv) Mobility scooter storage space is too far away from the building v) Properties are for 55 years and over yet Block A is three storeys high with only one lift vi) That some of the balconies overlook properties in Aclands Although members consider Lamaton Park should be developed Cllrs wished the site to be more sypathetically designed. c) Application No: 60906 Applicant: Mr Gary Clay Continued …
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Proposal: Demolition of existing shop & cottage, erection of new shop & relocation of filling station forecourt. Location: Rogers Garage, 111 East Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be deferred and that the Town Clerk arranges a site visit with the Planning Officer at the District Council. Voting 6 For 1 Against. a) Application No: 60621 Applicant: South Molton Rugby Club Proposal: Change of use from agricultural land to rugby pitch (amended description). Location: South Molton Community College, Alswear Old Road, South Molton, EX36 4LA It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved.
P94/15 The time being 7.00pm it was RESOLVED that this meeting be suspended in order for the Town Council meeting to take place.
P95/15 The time being 7.48pm the meeting reconvened.
d) Application No: 60955 Applicant: Mrs Esther Tas Proposal: Prior approval for change of use of building from Class A & A2 to Use Class A3. Location: 25 Broad Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved. e) Application No: 60958 Applicant: Mr Darren Kiff Proposal: Erection of replacement garage/garden room/garden store with games room over. Location: The Highlands, North Road, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be unanimously approved.
P96/15 Members noted that Cllr Cornelius requested that a resolution is passed to write to the District Council regarding the following issues: a) Ensuring the correct parishes are informed of planning applications, and b) The correct and appropriate placement of planning site notices. It was RESOLVED that this request be approved.
P97/15 PLANNING DECISIONS Members noted the planning decisions received from the District Council details of which had been previously circulated.
There being no further business the meeting closed at 7.55pm.
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MINUTES OF A MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMITTEE OF THE SOUTH MOLTON TOWN COUNCIL HELD IN THE TOWN HALL, SOUTH MOLTON ON TUESDAY 10 MAY 2016 AT 6.30PM
Present: In the Chair Cllr Mrs S. Yeo Town Mayor Cllr D. J. Goodman Cllr M. Bushell Cllr M. Cornelius Cllr Mrs C. E. Lock Cllr S. W. Lock Cllr E. J. Moore Cllr D. Worden
In attendance: Mr A. C. Coates – Town Clerk
P98/15 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE Nil.
P99/15 CHAIRMAN’S ANNOUNCEMENTS Nil.
P100/15 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST The following declarations of interest was read out by the Clerk: Cllr Goodman – DPI – Item 5b) – Chairman of Hospital League of Friends Cllr C. Lock – Personal Interest – Item 5b) – Work for NHS Cllr Moore – Personal Interest – Item 5b) – Trustee of SMHLOF Cllr Worden – Personal Interest – Item 5b) – Live nearby Cllr Yeo – Personal Interest – Item 5b) – Live nearby
P101/15 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Planning Committee 26 April 2016 It was RESOLVED that these minutes be approved. 7 For Cllr Worden did not vote as he was not present at this meeting.
P102/15 PLANNING APPLICATIONS a) Application No: 60906 Applicant: Mr Gary Clay Proposal: Demolition of existing shop & cottage, erection of new shop & relocation of filling station forecourt. Location: Rogers Garage, 111 East Street, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved in principle subject to the following conditions: i) That the canopy for the car wash area be in place ii) That the wall of the house is retained iii) That the lights in the lighting area are pointed downwards iv) That the illuminations are switched off at 10pm v) That the car parking space near the estate agents be taken away so that lorries have an easier access onto the forecourt 5 For - 2 Abstained - 1 Against
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b) Application No: 61072 Applicant: Mr Kevin Ward Proposal: Erection of plantroom & installation of 1 no biomass boiler. Location: South Molton Community Hospital, Widgery Drive, South Molton It was RESOLVED that it be recommended that this application be approved but it was hoped that the chimney of the boiler is set below the level of the balconies of Eastleigh Homes. 7 For 1 Abstained (Cllr Worden due to his personal interest)
Cllr Goodman re-joined the meeting.
P103/15 PLANNING DECISIONS Members noted the planning decisions received from the District Council details of which had been previously circulated.
There being no further business the meeting closed at 6.58pm.
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