North Lanarkshire Council
DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
Pla n ni n g Applications for con side ratio n of Planning and Development Committee
Agenda Item No. I e
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A INDEX
Pace Ardication Apdicant Development / Locus
5 NI9610084 /PL Amec Developments Ltd Residential Development (Outline). Scottish Power Site, Heathfield Avenue, Moodiesburn.
10 NI9610 122/PL Horizon Housing Erection of Residential Development (29 units). Association Archways Site, Main Street, Kilsyth.
13 N/96/0132/PL & Mr J. Sherlock Erection of a conservatory and double garage. NI9610 133LB "Craigard", Victoria Road, Dullatur.
Cl951608 Mr W McAllister Use of Site as an Animal Boarding Establishment, including erection of associated buildings and dwellinghouse. 501 Stirling Road, Riggend
25 C/96/168 Lanarkshire Development Remedial and decontamination site works. Agency Weir Site, between Carnbroe and Southfield Crescent, Coatbridge, ML5
30 Cl961179 Mr D Docherty The erection of front entrance porch to dwellinghouse. At 2b Aitkenhead Avenue, Coatbridge.
34 Cl961187 Texaco Ltd Alterations and extension to form part change of use to Hot Food Takeaway and installation of A.T.M e Texaco, 94 Carlisle Road, Airdrie. 39 Cl9612 10 Mr K. Quinn Use of Aerobics Studio as multiple occupancy (Residential Accommodation). Highlander Bar, 18-20 Mavisbank Street, Airdrie.
43 Cl9612 19 Airdrie Golf Club Erection of Greenkeepers Shed. Airdrie Golf Club, Glenmavis Road, Airdrie, ML6.
47 Cl961243 Mr T. Boswell Erection of two dwellinghouses on area of amenity open space. Land to rear of Davaar Drive and Golfview Drive, Coatbridge.
52 Cl961250 Martyn & Russo Partners Use of dwellinghouse as Guest House. Manor Park, 46 Lefroy Street, Coatbridge. 59 Cl961278 Whifflet Bowling Club Erection of Clubhouse (demolition of existing building). Whifflet Bowling Club, rear of 11 Barrowfield Street, Coatbridge.
64 U96290 Mr R Walker Erection of two storey side extension and single storey rear extension to dwellinghouse. 25 Campsie View, Bargeddie.
68 C/96/302 John Smith (Bookmakers) Part use of Public House as licensed Betting Office and associated external alterations. Woodside Bar, 2 Mitchell St/62 Woodside Street, Coatbridge.
73 S/96/00 149lOUT Mrs Agnes Paterson Erection of Dwellinghouse. 279 Merry Street, Motherwell.
S/96/00 187lFUL Brian Hutchison Change of use to Vehicle Repair and Vehicle Dismantling Yard. 6 Unit 7, Cardean Road, Mossend, Bellshill.
84 S/96/00205lFUL Allied London & Scottish Erection of Bingo Hall., Drive Thru Restaurant and Developments Ltd 2500 Sq. Ft. Retail Unit. Glasgow RoadMarshall Street, Wishaw.
94 S/96/002 19/NID Director of Education Erection of new Primary School and Ancillary Access Road, Car Park and Playing Fields West Main Street, Harthill.
104 S/96/00223/OUT Mrs M. Johnson Proposed Dwellinghouse and Horticultural Buildings. 1 Cathburn Road, Morningside.
S/96/00225/FUL Gordon McDonald Change of use to site for hire of Commercial Vans. i' 440 Caledonian Road, Wishaw.
115 S/96/00229/0UT Manormount Ltd Erection of 2,790 m2 Bingo Unit, Formation of additional Car Parking and New Access and Associated Landscaping Works. Caledonian Retail Centre, New Ashtree Street, Wishaw.
119 Alan Baillie Change of use from Public Open Space to Private Garden Ground Skye Quadrant, Wishaw.
122 S/96/00263lFUL Bernard Brogan Ltd Change of use from Vacant site to Overnight Parking Lot and extension to existing Hardstanding Operations. Nethan Street, Motherwell. 128 S/96/00268/FuL Mr & Mrs M Hotchkiss Part change of use from dwellinghouse to Hair and Beauty Salon. 700 Glasgow Road, Wishaw.
133 S/96/00272/OUT M K Graham Erection of Dwellinghouse. At land adjacent to 14 Wishaw High Road, Cleland.
138 S/96/0028 8/FuL Mr William Chapman Change of use of existing building to extend existing Ofice Premises. Garrion Farm, Horsley Brae, Overtown.
141 S/96/00297/FUL Mr Singh Change of use from Retail Shop to Fast Food Carry Out. 203 Main Street Wishaw.
146 S/96/00298/REM Mr and Mrs J Kane Erection of dwellinghouse. Plot E, Widcutt Way, Carbarns, Wishaw. 0 152 S/96/003 11ICON Marshal1 Ross & Munro, Change of use of existing semi-detached house to a Solicitors Solicitor's Ofice and formation of Car Park. 106-108 Hamilton Road, Motherwell.
156 S/96/00332/FuL Mr Gerard McAllister Erection of dwellinghouse. Plot 44Springhill View, Shotts.
162 S/96/003 3 3IFuL Mr Gerard McAllister Erection of dwellinghouse. Plot 4A, Springhill View, Shotts.
168 S/96/00343 /FuL Jeanette Jaap Proposed change of use to Snack Bar and Hot Food Take Away Shop. 306/308 Main Street, Wishaw. e72 S/96/00355/FuL Dr Kumar V K Menon Extension to rear of Doctor's Surgery. 15 Carfin Road, Newarthill.
177 S/96/0036O/REM Mr S. Middleton Erection of dwellinghouse and detatched garage. "Fersend", Holmfarm Road, Hartwood.
183 S/96/00365/AMEND Adam Birch Properties Location of Block 15-18 Relative to Site Boundary. Ltd Newarthill Phase 4, off Cedar Gardens, Newarthill. Application No : N/96/0084/PL Date Registered : 17 May 1996 APPLICANT : Amec Developments Ltd Fairclough House Portsmouth Road Thames Ditton
Agent : Hillier Parker 28 Castle Street Edinburgh
DEVELOPMENT : Residential Development (Outline) LOCATION : Scottish Power Site, Heathfield Avenue, Moodiesburn
Estimated Cost : i Ward No : 68 Grid Reference : 7016 7070
File Reference :
Site History :
Development Plan : Strathkelvin District Southern Area Adopted Local Plan (1983) Strathkelvin District Finalised Draft Local Plan (1995)
Article 18 Required Yes
CONSULTATIONS :
Objection No Objection SEPA, The Coal Authority, West of Scotland Water, Conditions No Reply Scottish Ofice Roads Directorate
REPRESENTATIONS :
Neighbours Section 23 Councillor W Hogg, Civic Centre, Motherwell; Councillor C Gray, Civic Centre, Motherwell; Moodiesburn Community Council, c/o Mrs G Tobia, 27 Edington Gardens, Moodiesburn
1 COMMENTS :
The application is in outline for a residential development on a 3.75 hectare site off Heathfield Avenue, Moodiesburn. Half of the site is currently occupied by Scottish Power and half is open land. No potential development detail have been submitted although it has been made clear that access would be via Heathfield Avenue. It is estimated that the site may accommodate approximately 85 dwellings.
Letters of objection have been received from Councillor William Hogg, Councillor Charles Gray and the Moodiesburn Community Council. Points of objection are as follows -
The site is zoned for industrial purposes in the past and current local plans. The land should remain as industrial land.
Moodiesburn has an unemployment rate of 11 3% and protection of industrially zoned land is of the utmost importance.
The proposal would create an unattractive visual housing movementkoalescence towards Cumbernauld and the A80.
The site should be open space.
The principal of housing on the site was rejected by Strathkelvin District Council in their latest Local Plan when the site remained zoned for industrial purposes.
Access will only be via Heathfield Avenue and not the A80 thus creating traffic pressure at the A80 traffic lights and the junction with Stoneyetts Road.
Part of the site may be required to accommodate upgrading of the A80 to motorway.
There is inadequate infrastructure in Moodiesburn to accommodate the proposed housing which will be in addition to 400 recently built dwellings.
The following points have been made in support of the application -
There is an oversupply of smaller industrial sites within North Lanarkshire and it is unlikely that the application site will be fully utilised for industrial purposes.
Strathclyde Structure Plan supports the concept of reusing industrial land for housing where there is an over provision.
Scottish Power the user of half of the site, intend to relocate to the Euro Centre in Mossend. The proposed development will not therefore lead to the loss of employment in North Lanarkshire.
Housing is appropriate for the site. The amenity of the area will be improved by the removal of a large distribution unit and replacement by quality private housing.
2 There are no adverse consultee comments.
It is considered that key points for consideration are zoning, residential amenity and road safety. There is an adequate supply (200 ha) of immediately available and potentially available industrial land in the Northern Division of North Lanarkshire. A non industrial development on the site will not therefore cause any significant harm to the industrial attractiveness of the area.
The site is bounded by housing on two sides and is served by a road which mainly serves residential areas. Residential development is therefore considered appropriate for this area.
There are no road safety objections to the proposal. It should be noted that the site is not affected by either the Kelvin Valley or A80 motorway options. Both schemes incorporate a new section of motorway to the north of Moodiesburn and as such the section of A80 adjacent to the application site will have a significant reduction in traffic.
It is considered that on balance residential development is acceptable on the site and it is recommended that permission be granted.
The application has been processed under the terms of the Town and Country Planning (Development Contrary to Development Plans) (Scotland) Direction 1996. An advertisement has appeared in the local newspaper and the points of objection considered. This procedure has therefore been satisfactorily completed.
RECOMMENDATION :
Grant subject to the following conditions :
1 This permission is granted under the provision of Section 4 of the Town and Country Planning (General Development Procedure) (Scotland) Order 1992 for an outline application and the further approval of the District Council, or the Secretary of State on Appeal, shaIl be required with respect to the undermentioned matter before development is commenced -
(a) the siting, size, height, and external appearance of the proposed development (b) the means of drainage and disposal of foul sewage (c) details of the access arrangements (d) details of landscaping
Reason: To comply with Section 39 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1992.
2 In the case of the reserved matters specified above application for the approval must be made not later than the expiration of 3 years beginning with the date of this permission.
Reason: To comply with Section 39 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1992.
3 That the development to which this permission relates must be begun not later than the expiration of 5 years from the date of this permission or within the expiration of 2 years from the final approval of all reserved matters, whichever is the later.
Reason: To comply with Section 39 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1992.
3 4 That the detailed application shall incorporate landscape proposals for land adjacent to the A80 and for other appropriate parts of the site.
Reason: In the interests of the amenity of the site and general area.
5 That access shall only be from Heathfield Avenue with there being no direct vehicular or pedestrian access onto the A80.
Reason: In the interests of road safety.
6 That accesses and roads shall be to adoptable standard and shall be to the satisfaction of North Lanarkshire Council as Roads and Planning Authority.
Reason: In the interests of road safety.
7 That the development shall accord with my requirements of the Scottish Office Roads Directorate including any requirement for a restriction on development on land adjacent to the A80.
Reason: In the interests of road safety
8 That dwellings shall be located and designed in such a manner that there is no noise nuisance to residents from trafflc on the A80; 'nuisance' shall be as defined by the Council Is Director of Environmental Services.
Reason: In the interests of amenity and public health.
9 That any alterations to statutory undertakers apparatus shall be carried out to the satisfaction and requirements of the respective statutory undertakers and at the expense of the developer; in particular the development shall take account of u'ater and sewerage mains which cross the site.
Reason: To protect statutory undertakers apparatus.
LIST OF BACKGROUND PAPERS
Strathkelvin District Southern Area Adopted Local Plan 1983 Strathkelvin District Finalised Draft Local Plan 1995 Letters of objection from Councillor Hogg, Councillor Gray and Moodiesburn Communir!, Council Consultation responses
Any person wishing to inspect these documents should contact Marbin Dean at 01236 722131 Ext 2310. 'I 'I : 5000
I, I Nortb Lanarkshire Council Ix OOte y\ Bron Way, Cumbernculd G67 ID2 MAFREF -4809 Aug 1996 Telephone OlY0 722151 OlzJR I Fox 7MZ5.8 LApplication No: N/96/0122/PL Date Registered: 26th. June 1996 APPLICANT: Horizon Housing Association, 96 East Main Street, Whitburn
Agent: Architectural Design Associates, 68 St. Vincent Crescent, Glasgow DEVELOPMENT: Erection of Residential Development (29 units) LOCATION : Archways Site, Main Street, Kilsyth
Estimated Cost: Ward No: 65 Grid Reference: 7162 7801
File Reference:
Site History: Formerly gas works and small industrial units. Planning application PL/92/187 for a supermarket refused in February 1993 for retail, policy and road safety reasons.
@ Development Plan: Kilsyth Local Plan 1983; Kilsyth Local Plan (Finalised Draft) 1996.
Article 18 Required:
CONSULTATl 0 NS :
0 bjection: No Objection: The Coal Authority Conditions: West of Scotland Water No Reply:
REPRESENTATIONS;
Neighbours: Section 23:
COMMENTS: The application is for a residential development of 29 units made up of bungalows for wheelchair users, terraced houses and flats. Most of the units have easy access for disabled persons. With the exception of the bungalows they are intended to be let as mainstream low cost accommodation.
The site is identified in the Kilsyth Local Plan (Finalised Draft) 1996 for housing and as such the development is welcomed. There are a considerable number of main services crossing the site which has limited developable areas. This has led to some slightly awkward and restricted sections of layout.
Negotiations have led to a number of improvements including a more appropriate building fronting Main Street.
There are no objections to this important development and as such it is recommended that permission be granted.
RECOMMENDATION : Grant subject to the following conditions:
1. That the development to which this permission relates must be begun within five years from the date of this permission.
Reason: To comply with Section 38 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act, 1972. 2. That amended plans and elevations of the building fronting onto Main Street shall be submitted for the written approval of the planning authority and no works shall commence on site until these or suitable alternative plans and elevations are approved.
Reason: In the interest of the proper planning of the area.
3. That details of the design and positioning of all walls and fences to be erected on the site shall be submitted for the approval of the planning authority and no works shall commence until these or suitable alternative details are approved in writing.
Reason: In the interest of the proper planning of the area,
4. That samples of the proposed external finishing materials shall be submitted for the written approval of the planning authority and no works shall commence on site until these or suitable alternative samples are approved.
Reason: In the interest of the amenity of the site and the general area.
5. That roads and parking shall be to the satisfaction of North Lanarkshire Council as Roads Authority.
Reason: In the interest of road safety.
6. That any alterations to statutory undertakers apparatus shall be carried out to the satisfaction and requirements of the respective statutory undertakers and at the expense of the developer.
Reason: To protect the satutory undertakers apparatus.
7. That a detailed landscaping scheme shall be submitted for the written approval of the planning authority prior to the commencement of work on site and that the approved scheme shall be implemented within the first planting season thereafter and subsequently be maintained to the satisfaction of the planning authority.
Reason: In the interest of the amenity of the site and the general area.
LIST OF BACKGROUND PAPERS: Application form and plans. Kilsyth Local Plan 1983 and Kilsyth Local Plan (Finalised Draft) 1996. Consultation responses.
Any person wishing to inspect these documents should contact Martin Dean at 01236-7221 31, extension 2310. Reproduced frm Ordnance Survey with the PLA" I NG APPL I CAT I ON NO. N/96/0122/PL Scale : Permi8sion of the Controller of H.M.S.O.
Crown Copyright Reserved ARCHWAYS SITE, MAIN STREET, License Number : 08041 L 1 : 2500 Lanorkshire Council -1' North Date N Bron Way, Cumbernauld G67 1DZ 25 Jul 1996 Telephone 01236 722131 Fox 01236 736258 MAPREF NS7178 I Application No : N/96/0 13 2PL & N/96/0 13 3/LB Date Registered : 28 May 1996 APPLICANT : Mr J Sherlock
Agent : DEVELOPMENT : ERECTION OF A CONSERVATORY AND DOUBLE GARAGE LOCUS : "CRAIGARD", VICTORIA ROAD, DULLATUR
Estimated Cost : Ward No : 52 Grid Reference : NS7476
File Reference : 0 Site History : PL/92/0133 & LB/92/142 Conversion of ground floor to childrens nursery. CN/82/14, CN/83/23 Demolition of existing out buildings and exterior alterations.
Development Plan : Cumbernauld Local Plan
Article 18 Required :
CONSULTATIONS :
Objection e No Objection Transportation, Building Control, West of Scotland Water, The Scottish Civic Trust, Historic Scotland and The Architectural Heritage Society of Scotland Conditions No Reply
REPRESENTATIONS :
Neighbours 1 objection received (see background papers) Section 23
COMMENTS : The applicant seeks consent for the erection of a double garage and conservatory at the 13' Listed Building of "Craigard", Victoria Road, Dullatur. Both the double garage and conservatory are of a high design 1 standard and are appropriate to the setting in the grounds of the Listed Building.
RECOMMENDATION : Grant planning consent and listed building consent subject to the following conditions:- 1) That the development to which this permission relates must be begun within 5 years from the date of permission.
Reason - To comply with Section 38 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1972 ' 2) That a sample of the sandstone cladding to be submitted to the planning authority prior to work commencing for their written approval.
Reason - In the interests of Visual amenity.
0 3) That a sample of slate to be used on all roofs be submitted to the planning authority prior to any work commencing for their written approval.
Reason - In the interests of Visual amenity.
4) That samples of the colours of paint to be used on the windows be submitted to the planning authority prior to work commencing for their written approval.
Reason - In the interests of Visual amenity.
5) That samples of the colours of paint to be used on the guttering, rhones and down pipes be submitted to the planning authority prior to work commencing for their written approval.
Reason - In the interests of Visual amenity.
6) That all elevations not visible from the public highway be rendered in wet dash and in a colour to match the existing building.
Reason - In the interests of visual amenity.
7) That details of the garage doors be submitted to the planning authority prior to work commencing for their written approval.
Reason - In the interests of Visual amenity.
2 bprodused fram Ordnance 4rrv.y with th. PLANNING APPLICATICN NO. N/Q~/OIJZP ~/OIJS/LB Sca le : mmluton o# the ControlI#r of H.M.SQ Cron Capyrighi Reurwd Erect ion of a Doub IQ Garage and Bneervotory 1 : 1250 mer: OSMl L Llslm. “Craigord”, Vlctor la Road. DUI latur North Lanorkahiro Council Date N eron Way, Cwbrnauld G67 1DZ 09 Aug 1996 TaIephom 01a 72lll Faa 01m 7- I APPLICATION NOS : N/96/0 1 3 2PL & N/96/0 13 3/LB
REPORT
1 SITE DESCRIPTION
1.1 This proposal has been submitted by Mr J Sherlock for the erection of a conservatory and double garage in the grounds of "Craigard", a category B Listed Building in the Conservation Area of Dullatur. The existing 2 storey villa was erected in 1875/76 and was constructed with white snecked rubble sandstone, with ashlar dressings and a band between the floors, also in sandstone. The hip ridged roof is constructed with black slate.
1.2 The proposed conservatory is located on the southern elevation, to the rear of the property. The double garage is located on the western edge of the site.
1.3 In terms of the development the applicant, before lodging his proposals, submitted an initial design concept in order to seek advice regarding external appearance, style and position of the conservatory and garage. The proposals finally lodged reflected the advice given.
1.4 The external elevation of the garage, visible from the public highway, will be clad in white snecked rubble sandstone and the hip ridged roof will be covered in reconstructed slate.
1.5 All other elevations, not visible fiom the public highway, will be rendered in wet dash and matched in colour to the existing building.
0 1.6 The windows to be installed will be wooden fiamed and painted to match the existing windows. The proportions of the proposed windows on the conservatory reflect the vertical emphasis of the windows on the existing building.
1.7 All guttering, rhones and down pipes will be of cast iron, if available, or an aluminium alternative and painted to match the existing pipe work.
1.8 Details of the treatment to be used on the garage doors have still to be submitted for final approval.
1.9 The overall style, treatment and massing of the garage and conservatory are complimentary to the existing building.
3 2.0 CONSULTATION
2.1 Consultation was carried out with various bodies including Transportation, Building Control, West of Scotland Water, The Scottish Civic Trust, Historic Scotland and The Architectural Heritage Society of Scotland and produced no adverse replies.
2.2 The applicant also carried out the usual neighbour notification procedures and this process generated one objection from an adjoining property owner.
3.0 OBJECTION
3.1 The objection which has been received from the neighbour on the western edge of the site, related to the height and position of the proposed garage.
4.0 CONCLUSION
4.1 The applicant has been made aware of the grounds for objection and submitted a set of revised plans which will shorten the overall width of the garage, away from the boundary of the objector, thus reducing the height of the hip ridged roof, the applicant intends to lower the base of the proposed garage hrther reducing the overall height, in relation to the adjoining neighbour, of the development.
4.2 These measures, allied with the fact that the proposed garage does not overlook any window on the adjoining property, are deemed adequate compromises to the neighbours objection.
JR/MF 8 August 1996
4 LISTS OF BACKGROUND PAPERS : The Cumbernauld Local Plan October 1993 Correspondence fiom Mr F Harnson 5 July 1996
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Cumbernauld 72213 1 Ext 23 14 and ask for Mr J Ravey. Application No. 95608 Date registered 15 December 1995 APPLICANT Mr W McALLISTER STIRLING ROAD. RIGGEND, ML6 7SF
Agent DEVELOPMENT USE OF SITE AS AN Ah?iIMAL BOARDING ESTABLISHMENT, INCLUDING ERECTION OF ASSOCIATED BUILDINGS AND DWELLINGHOUSE. LOCUS 50 1 STIRLING ROAD. RIGGEhD.
Estimated Cost Ward No. 45 Grid Reference 76507052
File Reference RGS72850 12000
Site History
Development Plan Under the Adopted Monklands District Local Plan 1991, the site lies within the designated greenbelt (policy GB 1). Article 18 required
COKSULTATIONS
Objection None No Objection West of Scotland Water (Sewerage and Water); The Coal Authority; The Director of Environmental Services: and The Clyde kver Purification Board. Conditions No Reply
REPRESENTATIONS
Neighbours Letters of objection hare been received from W Dunn, 560 Stirling Road, Airdrie and Bill McKee, Muirhead Cottage, Rggend, Airdrie. The grounds of objection espressed are summarised as follows:
(1) The proposals would be contrary to greenbelt policy.
(2) The proposals would give rise to unacceptable noise.
(3) The proposals would represent a threat to traffic safety.
(4) The value of surrounding properties would be diminished were the proposals to go ahead. Section 23 None
COMMENTS The applicant seeks detailed planning permission for the use of the site as an animal boarding establishment including the erection of associated buildings and a dwellinghouse.
The site concerned encompasses a relatively flat field area lying to the north of Whinrigg Farm It is bounded on three sides by established roadtvays including the A73 and BS059. The south of the site is bounded by a normal field boundary beyond 11 hich lie other areas of Whinrigg Farm, and an independent residential propen:'.
The applicant proposes to erect two single storey buildings comprising respcctively a cattery and kennel block. These buildings would be positioned in
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close proximity and perpendicular to each other (i.e. forming an 'L' shape) and would each extend to 32.4 metres by 10.2 metres. Both buildings would also be single storey and finished in wet dash render and a suitable slate substitute. The details of the finishing materials would be required to be approved by condition of any planning consent. The applicant also proposes to erect a single storey reception building finished in the same materials, and extending to 7.8 metres by 7.5 metres. This building is proposed to accommodate an office, kitchen, reception area, w.c., and vetlgrooming room.
A one-and-a-half storey detached dwellinghouse is also proposed in an area some 30 metres north of the proposed buildings, to support the business. This dwellinghouse would be IT' shaped in design, and would be finished both in traditional wet dash render and a slate substitute, to respect the countryside location. and to complement the adjoining proposed buildings. Again, the details of any finishing materials would be required to be approved as part of a condition of any planning consent.
Access to both the commercial buildings and the dwellinghouse is proposed to be taken direct from the BS059 roadway.
As part of the proposals. the applicant has also included a professionally prepared business plan. In addition. in regard to the proposed house, the applicant has indicated his villingness to enter into a Section 50 Agreement on terms which would restrict the occupancy of the dwellinghouse to either the owner or an employee of the animal boarding establishment and to restrict the sale of the dwellinghouse separately from the associated landlbuildings identified u.ithin the application site.
As for the merits of the proposals. it is considered. firstly with regard to the principle of the establishment. the type of use proposed is generally suitnblc for a rural location although not agricultureiforestry or fishing. Taking this togcthcr with the consideration of the business plan, it is concluded that the usc :ippcxs both commercially viable and acceptable from a planning vienipoint
As regards the proposed dwellinghouse, it is considered that in this casc. w cn the clear requirement to support a conforming rural use, there is a 1ocntion:il justification based on the nature of the proposed business that would :illou 11 in terms of greenbelt policy. Importantly, it is noted that any consent pro\ 13cd in this regard would be subject to the signing of a Section 50 Agreenicnt to rcs:ri:l the occupancy of the house to either an owner or employee of the anininl twrdiri;: establishment and to restrict the sale of the dwellinghouse separatcl! [rani [tic remainder of the application site. On perusing the submitted drai\.ings. 11 is ;i1w considered that the proposed design of the dwellinghouse is acceptablc stit7jc;t to the details of the materials being approved by condition of any planning conxnr
On the basis of all the foregoing, it is considered that the proposals arc acccpublc in principle and in detail from a planning viewpoint.
As regards the grounds of objection received, the following comment is pro\.ided
(1) The green belt policy relevance and application has been covered above
(2) It is considered that the use iyould not give rise to noise nuisance or any other related disamenity. Moreover, the Director of Environmental Services on being consulted has espressed no fears in this regard.
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(3) Whilst it is noted that a new vehicular access point is proposed, it is considered that any concerns relative to traffic safety are not sufficiently serious to justify refusal of the planning application.
(1) The effect on the value of properties is not a material planning consideration.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended therefore that planning permission be granted subject to the attached conditions and to the signing of a Section 50 Agreement on the terms described.
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
199G List of Background Papers
Planning application and accompanying plans. Business plan prepared by James Lockliart and Company, Chartered Accountants. The Adopted Monklands District Local Plan 1991. Letter from Strathclyde Water Services (Sewerage), dated 20 December 1995. Letter from Strathclyde Water Services (Water), dated 9 January 1996. Letter from The Coal Authority. dated 10 January 1996. Memorandum from Director of Environmental Services (Monklands District Council), dated 15 January 1996. Letter from The Clyde River Purification Board. dated 26 February 1996. Memoranda from Director of Finance, dated 10 May 1996. and July 1996. Letter from Bell. Russell and Company. Solicitors and Notaries, 111 Graham Street, Airdrie, on behalf of Mr Williain Dunn. 560 Stirling Street. Airdrie. Letter from Mr William McKee. Muirhead Cottage. hggend. Airdrie. Subsequent supporting letters from applicant dated 16 February 1996 and 8 July 1996.
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Coatbridge 44 1298 and ask for Mr Quinn.
RGPQO 16/jw,/Cttee CENTRAL DIVISION MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS KILDONAN S’IREET LANARKSHIRE NORTH LAJSA7RKSHIjEaE COUNCIL DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPmNT RECOMMENDATION ON PLANNING APPLICATION
Applicant: Agent : Mr W MCALLISTER WHINRIGG FARM STIRLING ROAD RIGGEND
Nature of Proposal: ERECTION OF DWELLINGHOUSE NfD VARIOUS BUILDINGS ASSOCIATED WITH USE OF SITE AS ANIMAL BOARDING Kl3"ELS
Site: WHINRIGG FARM 501 STIRLING ROAD, RIGGEND
Recommendation: GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS
01. That the development hereby permitted shall be started within 5 years of the date of this permission.
02. That before development starts, full details and/or samples of the facing materials to be used on all external walls and roofs shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Authority.
03. The dwellinghouse hereby approved shall not be brought into use until the animal boarding buildings and reception building have been constructed in full conformity with the approved drawings.
04. The occupation of the dwellinghouse hereby approved shall be limited to the operator of the animal boarding establishment and his/her dependants or a full time employee of the operator employed in the animal boarding establishment.
05. That a visibility splay of 4.5 metres by 90 metres, shall be provided at the junction of the proposed access with the public road within which nothing exceeding 1.05 metres in height above road channel level shall be planted, placed, erected , or allowed to grow.
06. The access road shall be paved to prevent any deleterious material being carried out on to the public road.
REASONS :
01. To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.
02. In order to safeguard the property itself and the amenity of the surrounding area.
03,04. In view of the special circumstances displayed by the applicant in this caae and in order that the planning authority may exercise appropriate control at the expiry of these special circumstances.
05,06. In the interests of traffic safety at the locus. ADVISORY NOTES :
01. ADVISORY NOTE : The applicant has agreed to enter into an agreement in terms of Section 50 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972 in respect of the proposed use and occupancy of these premises.The planning consent should not be issued until these matters have been concluded. 02. ADVISQRY NOTES TO APPLICANT: Before the start of any works affecting the public road, the developer must obtain from the Planning and Development Department, a Road Opening Permit, granted under the terms of Section 56 of the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984. 03. The applicant should contact the Environmental Services Department concerning this proposal in respect of legislation administered by that. Department which is likely to affect this development. Application No. 96168 Date registered 19 April 1996 APPLICANT LANARKSHIRE DEVELOPMENT AGENCY, WILLOW DRIVE, STRATHCLYDE BUSINESS PARK, BELLSHILL, ML4 3AD
Agent 7'HORBURN COLQUHOUN, 243 WEST GEORGE STREET, GLASGOW G2 4QE DEVELOPMENT REMEDIAL AND DECONTAMINATION SITE WORKS LOCUS WEIR SITE, BETWEEN CARNBROE AND SOUTHFIELD CRESCENT, COATBRIDGE, ML5 Estimated Cost E 1,500,000 Ward No. 35 Grid Reference 7440 6380
File Reference LWCTS48 1
Site History Site Previously occupied by former Garturk Brickworks and by Weir Construction. The site has been in a vacant condition since 1983 and has lain derelict since the buildings were demolished in 1987. Permission was granted on 25 August 1989 for residential development (in outline). (Application Nos. 89244 and 89207)
Development Plan Site identified for new private sector housing development on adopted Monklands Local Plan
Article 18 required No.
CONSULTATIONS
Objection No Objection Director of Environmental Services Conditions No Reply
REPRESENTATIONS
Neighbours One letter of representation from owners of two houses adjacent to the site 0 Section 23 COMMENTS The LDA seek permission for works to prepare the vacant Weir's site to a standard suitable for future housing development. The proposals involve the treatment of contamination in-situ by covering/encapsulating materials within the site. Areas of deep fill will also be treated using dynamic consolidation methods. A letter of representation has been received from the owners of two houses to the west of the site. The letter largely relates to the future development of the site, however, the objection concerns the use of Calder Avenue to access the site during the remedial works. All access will be via Carnbroe Road and a condition would be imposed upon the permission, if granted, requiring the access as at Calder Avenue and at Southfeld Crescent fenced 0% A condition would also be imposed restricting the hours of operation at the site in order to minimise disturbance of adjacent residents. I welcome these works which will release the site for redevelopment and recommend that permission be granted subject to the appropriate conditions.
RLMCCOO 1 /ctte/md ORTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL APPLEATION # SCALE : PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT %168 CENTRAL DIVISION NORTH DATE : MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS , LANARKSHIRE SE.: Weir site between cambroe & Southfield KJLDONAN STREET aesc,-c%e COATBRIDGE COUNCIL ML5 3LN Remedial&- . 'CmSiteWOrlis 0 TEL. (01236) 441 200 WOPOSAL : N -I 2
RECOMMENDATION: Grant, subject to conditions (refer to attached sheet)
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT (Date) 1996
List of Background Papers
- Application form and accompanying plans - Letter dated 7 May 1996 from owners of "Harrington" and "Avalon", Calder Avenue, Whifflet - Internal memo dated 14 May 1996 from Head of Protective Services - Internal memo dated 28 June 1996 from Transport Section.
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone 01236 812222 and ask for Mrs Lorna McCallum.
RLMCCOO 1/ctte/md NORTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL C/96/168 DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT RECOMMENDATION ON PLANNING APPLICATION
Applicant : Agent : LANARKSHIRE DEV. AGENCY THORBURN COLQUHOUN NEW LANARKSHIRE HOUSE WILLOW DR, STRATHCLDYE 243 WEST GEORGE STREET BUS. PARK, BELLSHILL GLASGOW
Nature of Proposal: REMEDIAL & DECONTAMINATION SITE WORKS
Site: WEIR SITE BETWEEN CARNBROE & SOUTHFIELD CRESC, COATBRIDGE
.Recommendation: GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS
01. That the development hereby permitted shall be started within 5 years of the date of this permission.
02. That before the development hereby permitted is commenced fencing shall be erected across the accesses into the site highlighted green on the approved plans, details of which shall be submitted to and approved by the Planning Authority, beforehand.
03. That before the commencement of the operations on site wheel washing facilities, details of the type and location shall be submitted to and approved by the Planning Authority, shall be installed and thereafter maintained to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority.
04. That all vehicular access to the site shall be via the existing access onto Carnbroe Road, indicated X on the approved plans.
05. That the hours of operation at the site shall be restricted to the following times: Mondays to Fridays: 7.00 am - 6.00 pm Saturdays: 8.00 am - 1.00 pm
REASONS :
01. To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.
02. In order to secure the site from unauthorised public access.
03. To enable the Planning Authority to consider these aspects in detail.
03,04. In the interests of the visual amenity of the area.
03,04. In the interests of traffic safety at the locus.
05. To safeguard the amenity of the surrounding residents.
ADVISORY NOTES: ' 01. ADVISORY NOTE TO APPLICANT: Should the developer intend to alter ground levels and/or utilise any cranes or jibbed machinery in close proximity to the railway boundary they should contract Railtrack, Outside Parties Engineer, 3rd Floor, Buchanan House, Glasgow 64 OLQ, (tel. 0141 335 2400), to discuss/arrange formal submission of relevant method statements. It is also recommended by Railtrack that suitable fencing be erected/maintained ex adverso the railway, in this case a minimum standard of 1.8 metres high weldmesh fencing is suggested. Application No. 96179 Date registered 26 April 1996 APPLICANT MR D DOCHERTY
Agent DEVELOPMENT THE ERECTION OF FRONT ENTRANCE PORCH TO DWELLINGHOUSE LOCUS AT 2B AITKENHEAD AVENUE, COATBRIDGE.
Estimated Cost Ward No. 37 Grid Reference 70806381
File Reference CTA330002B000
Site History
Development Plan Under the adopted Monklands District Local Plan 1991, the property lies within an area whose residential character it is intended to be maintained (policy HG9). The District Council's approved design guidance as contained within the adopted Local Plan on house extensions is also applicable to the assessment of the proposals. Article 18 required
CONSULTATIONS None
Objection No Objection Conditions No Reply
REPRESENTATIONS
Neighbours One letter of objection was received from Mr and Mrs Riley, 2A Aitkenhead Avenue, Coatbridge. This objection is on the grounds that the scale of the porch would mean that the view of the objectors would be blocked from the living-room window. Section 23
COMMENTS The applicant seeks planning permission to erect a front entrance porch to his former district council owned semi-detached house lying within the established Kirkwood residential area. The applicant proposes to form the development by effectively extending an existing front canopy/open porch area (currently roughcasthrick) using a lean-to style roof, and natural sandstone. In total the proposal would extend to 2.1 metres (width) and 1.67 metres (lengtldprojection). On assessing the proposals, it is considered that, contrary to the fears of the objectors, the scale and design of the porch would not present a planning problem. However, the proposed finishing materials (i.e. sandstone) would not be considered to be appropriate. In accordance with normal planning practice, and in line with the Council's approved design guidance on extensions, the local planning authority requires that any porch extension proposals, particularly those involving conspicuous locations, be finished in materials which reflect and complement the existing dwellinghouse in terms of appearance. In this case, it would be required therefore that any porch extension is finished in roughcast andor facing brick to match the existing dwellinghouse. It is noted that sandstone has been used as means of enclosures within the front garden area and the applicant therefore intends to continue this theme. However, whilst the use of
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sandstone within the front garden area may be tolerable, its introduction to the main dwellinghouse building itself, would create an unacceptable and damaging contrast.
These concerns, with regard to the use of sandstone, were conveyed clearly to the applicant during the processing of this application. The applicant, nevertheless has chosen to retain the proposals in line with the original submission as opposed to pursuing acceptable amendments.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended therefore that planning permission be refused for the reasoniattached hereto.
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 5th July 1996
List of Background Papers
- Application form and accompanying plans. - Letter of objection from Mr and Mrs Riley, 2A Aitkenhead Avenue, Coatbridge.
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Coatbridge 441298 and ask for Mr Quinn.
RGPQO 1l/jw/Cttee NORTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL C/96/179 DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT RECOMMENDATION ON PLANNING APPLICATION
Applicant: Agent : Mr D DOCHERTY
2B AITKENHEAD AVE COATBRIGE
Nature of Proposal: ERECTION OF FRONT ENTRANCE PORCH TO DWELLINGHOUSE
Site: 2B AITKENHEAD AVE, COATBRIDGE
.Recommendation: REFUSE PERMISSION
REASONS :
01. The proposals, by virtue of the finishing matrials (ie sandstone) would be detrimental to the visual amenity of the dwellinghouse itself, the semi-detacfied block and the surrounding environment.
02. The proposals would be contrary to the Councils' Design Guidance on house extensions as contained within the Adopted Monklands District Local Plan 1991, which requires that external finishes chosen should be the same as, or match as closely as possible, those of the original building.
ADVISORY NOTES: Application No. 96 187 Date registered 3/5/97 APPLICANT TEXACO LTD, CANARY WHARF, LONDON E14 4HA
Agent Anthony Bowhill & Associates, 4 Leathermarket Street, London SE1 3HN DEVELOPMENT ALTERATIONS AND EXTENSION TO FORM PART CHANGE OF USE TO HOT FOOD TAKEAWAY AND INSTALLATION OF A.T.M. LOCUS TEXACO, 94 CARLISLE ROAD, AIRDRIE
Estimated Cost & N.K. Ward No. 50 Grid Reference 77106475
File Rcfcrence LIWAIC2080940000
Site History 1) Outline permission granted 3 1/8/90 - erection of petrol filling station and car wash (App No 90308) 2) Permission granted 1/3/9 I - erection of petrol filling station, ancillary shop and car washes (App No 90626) 3) Consent granted 16/3/92 - for canopy signage and pole mounted sign (App No A-92076)
Development Plan Located within a General Urban Area on the Approved Monklands Local Plan. Article 18 required n/a
CONSULTATIONS
Objection No Objection Director of Ewironrnental Services. Conditions No Reply
REPRESENTATIONS
Neighbours None Scction 23 None e COMMENTS The applicants seek permission to alter and extend the existing filling station shop to accommodate a hot food sewery, additional storage and an Automatic Cash Dispenser. Tlie proposals include the installation of a shop front, in the form of glazed panels, on the elevation facing Carlisle Road. The existing plant room and trash storage compound will bc relocated at the rear of the site. The hot food sen’ery and associated facilities involves only about one-fifth of the total floorspace and would be ancillary to the main use of the site as a petrol filling station. I consider the proposals to be acceptable and recommend that permission be granted.
RECOMMENDATION
Grant subject to conditions (see attached sheet).
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 1 August 1996 RLMCC003(jw/Cttee Y I - JORTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL .E : PLANNING & DEVELOPMEM I _. __ ~ CENTFfAL DlVlSlON NORTH TEXACO DATE : MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS , %carltrleRO#4AirFkie KlLDONAN STREET LANARKSHIRE I ---- I COATBRIDGE MU3W TEL (01236) 441200 2
List of Background Papers
- Application form and accompanying plans. - Letters from agents dated 13/6/96, 14/6/96 and 1/7/96. - Internal memo dated 13/5/96 from Transport Section. - Internal memo dated 2 1/5/96 from Director of Environmental Services.
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Coatbridge 441 298 and ask for Mrs Lorna McCallum. NORTH LAN2XRICSHIm COUNCIL C/96/187 DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT RECOMMENDATION ON PLANNING APPLICATION
Applicant: Agent : TEXACO LTD ANTHONY BOWHILL 6r ASSOC 1 WESTFERRY CIRCUS CANARY WHARF 4 LEATHERMARKET STREET LONDON LONDON
Nature of Proposal: PART USE OF PETROL FILLING STATION SHOP AS HOT FOOD SERVERY
Site: TEXACO 94 CARLISLE ROAD, AIRDRIE
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.Recommendation: GRANT CONSENT SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS - 01. That the development hereby permitted shall be started within 5 years of the date of this permission.
02. That before development starts, full details and/or samples of the facing materials to be used on all external walls and roofs shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Authority.
03. That notwithstanding the requirements of Condition (02) above the facing materials to be used on the walls and roof of the proposed extension shall match those used on the existing building.
04. That before the development hereby permitted is completed or brought into use any damage to the landscaping where the plant room and trash compound are to be relocated shall be reinstated to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority.
05. That the use of the hot food facilities shall be ancillary to the e main use of the site as a petrol filling station. 06. A ventilation system incorporating an air dilution and/or filtration system shall be installed prior to the commencement of the hot food shop and restaurant premises hereby approved and thereafter shall be maintained all to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority.
REASONS :
01. To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.
02. To enable the Planning Authority to consider these aspects in detail.
02,06. In order to safeguard the property itself and the amenity of the surrounding area.
03,04. In the interests of the visual amenity of the area.
05. To enable the Planning Authority to retain effective control. ADVISORY NOTES : I 01. ADVISORY NOTE TO APPLICANT: The applicant should contact the Environmental Services Department concerning this proposal in respect of legislation administered by that Department which is likely to affect this development. Application No. 96210 Date registered 17 May 1996 APPLICANT MR K QUI", 18-20 MAVISBANK STREET, AIRDFUE ML6 OJB
Agent DEVELOPMENT USE OF AEROBICS STUDIO AS MULTIPLE OCCUPANCY (lESIDENTIAL ACCOMMODATION). LOCUS HIGHLANDER BAR, 18-20 MAVISBANK STREET, AIRDFUE.
Estimated Cost Ward No. 41 Grid Reference 75616580
File Reference AIM2300000
Site History On 6 March 1995, planning permission was granted for the part use of the ground floor of the public house building at 18-20 Mavisbank Street as hairdressers and aerobics studio including alterations to frontage. Whilst the hairdressers use is now on site, the aerobics studio has failed to become established.
Development Plan Under the Adopted Monklands District Local Plan 1991, the site is covered by policy LR11 which seeks to maintain and enhance public open spaces. This policy specifically covers the adjoining public park. Policy HG9 (for the protection of existing residential amenity) applies to the majority of the adjacent area to the south of the site. Article 18 required
CONSULTATIONS
Objection None No Objection The Department of Environmental Services Conditions No Reply None
REPRESENTATIONS
Neighbours One letter of objection was received from Mr and Mrs Stafford, 69 Mavisbank Street, Airdrie. The objection was towards the type of person who may reside within the proposed premises. (For example homeless persons, alcoholics etc). Section 23
COMMENTS The application site encompasses 135 square metres of ground floor area, and adjoining car park, of a larger (384 square metres) 2 storey building comprising a licensed public house, together with a hairdressers salon, and hot food carry-out shop, on the ground floor and vacant accommodation on the first floor. The site sits in a relatively isolated position on the north side of Mavisbank Street, with the public open space of the park close by, and residential development to the south of Mavisbank Street.
The applicant is currently renovating the premises (the 135 square metres described above) to accommodate six single bedrooms served by communal corridor, dining room, kitchen, and W.C. The applicant seeks planning permission for residential use for the general public, although more specifically, the applicant intends to lease the subjccts to builders/contractors related to his building firm and associated contractors. Entrance to the premises would be from an existing doorway lying on the frontage, and car parking would be provided within the
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NORTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL APPLICATION #: 96210 SCALE : PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT lr1250 CENTRAL DIVISION NORTH HIGlZAN.Dm BAR, DATE : MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS 18-20MA WBNKm, A.ZRVRLY KILDONAN STREET LANARKSHIRE USE O€AEROBICX SrUDIO ASM~~. COATBRIDGE COUNCIL OCCUPANCY mm. ML5 3LN ACCOWODA7lON) TEL (01236) 441200 2
designated car park area lying to the east of the building, and shared with the existing public house.
As regards the merits of the proposals, there is first of all no policy conflict in terms of LR11 see above or policy HG9. In the latter respect, it is considered, given the location of the building, its detachment, its character, and the surrounding environment, that no amenity or other planning problems are foreseen. Indeed, following a fill assessment, it is considered that the proposed use would not be damaging to local amenity of residents. As far as road safety is concerned, it is also considered that the car parking provision is adequate. As for the ground of objection received, the fears with regard to the type of people who would reside within the premises are understandable. However, purely on planning grounds, looking at all matters, including the scale of the proposals, the surrounding land uses, environment and amenity, it is considered that any reality of these fears would not have significant planning implications in this particular case.
RECOMMENDATION
On the basis of the foregoing, it is recommended that planning permission be granted subject to the attached conditions.
OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT July 1996
List of Background Papers
- The Adopted Monklands District Local Plan 1991. - Application form and accompanying plans. - Letter of objection from Mr and Mrs Stafford, 69 Mavisbank Street, Airdrie, dated 21st May 1996. e - Internal memo from Director of Environmental Services, dated 23 May 1996.
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Coatbridge 441298 and ask for Mr Quinn.
RGPQO 13/jw/Cttee NORTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL C/96/210 DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT RECOMMENDATION ON PLANNING APPLICATION
Applicant: Agent : Mr K QUI" HIGHLANDER BAR 18 - 20 MAVISBANK STREET AIRDRIE
Nature of Proposal: USE OF AEROBICS STUDIO AS MULTIPLE OCCUPANCY (RESIDENTIAL ACCOMMODATION)
Site: HIGHLANDER BAR, 18-20 MAVISBANK STREET, AIRDRIE @ecommendation: GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS 01. The premises shall be used solely for the use applied for and for no other purpose without the prior written approval of the local planning authority.
02. No increase in floorspace shall be created through internal subdivision or alteration works without prior application to and the written approval of the Planning Authority.
03. That the permission hereby granted relates to a change of use only and, notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (Scotland) Order 1992, no buildings or structures shall be erected on the site without the prior written consent of the Planning Authority.
04. That before the development hereby permitted is completed, or brought into use, 12 off-street car parking spaces shall be provided within the site, as describle in the approved plans and shall, a thereafter, be maintained as car parking spaces. REASONS :
01. To enable the Planning Authority to consider these aspects in detail.
02,03. To enable the Planning Authority to retain effective control.
04. In the interest of traffic safety and to safeguard the amenity of the surrounding area.
ADVISORY NOTES: Application No. 962 19 Date registered 17 May 1996 APPLICANT AIRDRIE GOLF CLUB, GLENMAVIS ROAD, AIRDRIE ML6 ONQ.
Agent Scotia Design Build, Lochside House, Bridgend, Kinross KY 13 7EN DEVELOPMENT ERECTION OF GREENKEEPERS SHED. LOCUS
Estimated Cost Ward No. 45 Grid Reference 75626691
File Reference GPQ/JW/AIG6 15
Site History
Development Plan Under the adopted Monklands District Local Plan 1991, the site lies within a 0 designated greenbelt (policy GB 1). Article 18 required
CONSULTATIONS Leisure Services Department:- No response. Central Scotland Countryside Trust:- No response. Objection No Objection Conditions No Reply
REPRESENTATIONS
Neighbours 2 letters of objection were received from neighbours regarding the proposals. The grounds of objection are summarised as follows.
(i) The shed would become an attraction for the gatherings of young people, and associated social problems such as drinking, noise, vandalism, etc.
(ii) The proposal would create extra noise with regard to the movement of tractors and power driven machinery.
(iii) The construction of the shed would lead to a loss of trees.
Section 23
COMMENTS The applicant, The Airdrie Golf Club, proposes to erect a new greenkeeper's shed with a view to providing proper protection and maintenance of appropriate machinery and equipment. The site concerned extends to 13 metres by 19.2 metres and lies at the edge of a wooded area, at around 70 metres north of the clubhouse, and 160 metres north of the Glenmavis Road, roadway. Whilst the golf course area surrounds the site on all sides, residential properties at Lochearn Crescent lie closeby, at around a distance of 30 metres.
The applicant proposes to erect on this site a rectangular shaped metal clad building measuring 9 metres by 19.2 metres (floor area) and rising to a height of 3.75 metres. In terms of design, the building would have a pent style roof and all openings would be on the north elevation, overlooking the golf course. Roof lights would also be provided facing the same direction.
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From a planning viewpoint, it is considered that the shed would integrate suitably with the site without causing any adverse amenity or environmental impact. Indeed, the shed would be well screened from all areas by the existing trees, and is sufficiently well away from residential properties not to cause any planning concern.
On the grounds of objection received, the following comment is provided.
(0 Any potential for nuisance with regard to the gatherings of young people, drinking, vandalism, etc. derive from social problems that do not constitute material planning considerations.
(ii) Any noise from the movement of machinery is not anticipated to be significantly higher than that which is currently associated with greenkeeping operations on site. Indeed, the building is in effect a proposal for storage purposes as opposed to any additional greenkeeping operations.
(iii) Whilst it is acknowledged that some trees would require to be removed to accommodate the building, it is considered that the number is insignificant in the context of the larger wooded area within which the site would be located. Indeed, in this respect, the loss of any amenity would be negligible.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended therefore that planning permission be granted subject to the conditions attached.
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 11th July 1996
List of Bacliground Papers
- Application form and accompanying plans. - Letter from Mr A Thonison, 66 Lochearn Crescent, Airdrie ML6, dated 16 May 1996. - Letter from Mr John A Dempster, 72 Lochearn Crescent, Airdrie ML6, dated 22 May 1996.
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Coatbridge 44 1298 and ask for Mr Quinn.
RGPQO 12/jw/Cttee NORTH LANAREC.SHIRE COUNCIL C/96/219 DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT RECOMMENDATION ON PLANNING APPLICATION
Applicant: Agent : AIRDRIE GOLF CLUB SCOTIA DESIGN BUILD LOCHSIDE HOUSE GLENMAVIS ROAD AIRDRIE KINDROSS
Nature of Proposal: ERECTION OF GREENKEEPERS SHED
Site: ADJACENT AIRDRIE GOLF CLUB, ON GLENMAVIS ROAD, AIRDRIE
ecommendation: GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS
01. That before development starts, full details and/or samples of the facing materials to be used on all external walls and roofs shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Authority.
02. All trees lying outwith the site shall be protected by a satisfactory method to be agreed in writing with the local planning authority prior to any work commencing on site. The agreed method of protection (as set out in BS 5837/1980) should be maintained on site until completion of all works.
REASONS :
01. In order to safeguard the property itself and the amenity of the surrounding area.
02. In order to protect the visual amenity of the surrounding area.
&ISOR* NOTES : Application No. 96243 Date registered 31st May 1996 APPLICANT MR T BOSWELL, 1 SPINDLESIDE ROAD, CLELAND ML15NT
Agent DEVELOPMENT ERECTION OF TWO DWELLINGHOUSES ON AREA OF AMENITY OPEN SPACE. LOCUS LAND TO REAR OF DAVAAR DRIVE AND GOLFVIEW DRIVE, COATBRID GE .
Estimated Cost Ward No. 32 Grid Reference 7 1386506
File Reference CTT750
Site History The site concerned forms part of the general amenity landscaping provision for the Drunipellier residential development proposed in 1971 by developer the Weir Group and approved under planning consent No P110/71.
Development Plan Under the Adopted Monklands District Local Plan 1991, the site lies within an area whose residential amenity is intended to be maintained (policy HG9). Article 18 required
CONSULTATIONS
Objection None No Objection Director of Environmental Services; West of Scotland Water (Water); West of Scotland Water (Sewerage); and The Coal Authority. Conditions No Reply The Scottish Environmental Protection Agency.
REPRESENTATIONS
Neighbours Individual letters of objection were received from several neighbours. In addition, a petition, containing the signatures of 48 residents in the Drumpellier area, was submitted against the proposals. Accumulatively, the grounds of objection expressed are summarised as follows:
- The development would give rise to a threat to pedestrian and traffic safety. - The development would lead to excessive pressure on existing drainage services. - The development would lead to the loss of valued amenity open space which is enjoyed by many residents of the housing estate. - The development would be contrary to local plan policy which aims to protect residential amenity. - The applicant does not have sufficient access rights over land affected by the development. Section 23
COMMENTS The site concerned is a rectangular area of ground which extends to 43 metres (depth) by 47 metres (width) and lies on the western edge of the established Drumpellier residential area. Together with a larger area to the south, the site is clearly an area of amenity open space which is characterised by well maintained grass, tree planting and adjoining footpath links, serving the residents of the adjacent Drunipellier residential area. Records show that this area was included
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within the general anienity/landscaping provision for the residential development as originally proposed by the developer.
The applicant seeks outline planning consent to build two dwellinghouses on this site. Being an outline, the application does not provide any details. However, it is understood that it is intended that each dwellinghouse would be low-rise (bungalow) and would take up approximately 50% of the area involved and would receive vehicular/pedestrian access from the existing access hard surface track bounding the site to the south, and the adjoining established west part of the Davaar Drive roadway.
As for the merits of the proposals, it is assessed, taking all matters into detailed consideration, including the grounds of objection, that the determining issue concerns whether the development would lead to a loss of amenity open space that would be detrimental to residential amenity and therefore contrary to established local plan policy.
In considering this issue, it is first of all noted that the area involved was deliberately intended for open space amenity purposes, along with other areas, to serve the residential development originally built by the Weir Group PLC. Whilst it is assumed therefore that this area is of amenity value, this fact on its own does not justi& its retention. Consideration has to be given to how it has performed since the establisliment of the development. From the site inspection, which involved an appraisal of the amenity provision within the area, it is clear that the site concerned is a well maintained area of open space which, given its appearance and general amenity, is of benefit to local residents. Indeed, it is clear that the site has been successful, together with the other amenity spaces, in providing the level of amenity assumed to be intended to be enjoyed through the original proposals. As such, the assumption, in planning terms, is that this area should be retained. Otherwise. any decision would be contrary to present local plan policy which clearly intends to protect established residential amenity. Furthermore, the proposals. if approved, would be contrary to the recently issued National Planning Policy Guideline (NPPGI 1: Sport, Physical Recreation and Open Space) which clearly states that amenity open space of value within development schemes should be protected from development and enhanced.
In conclusion therefore it is considered that in the interests of protecting amenity, the site should be retained in its present form. As a result, planning permission for the development proposed would not be advisable. Other matters, including road safety, have also been taken into account in respect of this development but, neither on their own nor together do they represent problems that would justify refusal of the proposals.
The applicant, it is acknowledged, in addressing the objectors’ concerns, has sought to counter the amenity argument. Firstly, the applicant claims that the site, being on the edge of the residential area, is underused. In this regard, whilst it is acknowledged that ball games to some extent are prohibited, the amenity value clearly extends fiirtlier than the extensive physical use of the site and encompasses its siniple existence and presence generally and in relation to passive recreational activity. Secondly, the applicant offers that the development of the site 11 ould not lead to a significant loss of amenity or open space. However, together with the area to the south and an additional area lying on the north of the estate, the amenity open space taken as a whole, is not excessive in relation to the residential development. Therefore, it is important that all of it is retained rather than just some, and that the open space amenity provision is not slowly eroded. Finally, it is acknowledged that. as alleged by the applicant, there are recreational opportunities and open space provision by virtue of the nearby Drumpellier and West End Parks. However, as far as amenity is concerned, which is the main RGPQO 1YjdCttee 3
determining issue in this case, there is no link between the amenity value specifically provided within the development scheme and other areas of whatever benefit which lie outside.
RECOMMENDATION It is recommended therefore that planning permission be refused for the reasons attached hereto.
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 23 July 1996
List of Background Papers
- Planning application and accompanying plans. - The Adopted Monklands District Local Plan 1991. - Letter from Friels, Solicitors and Notaries. The Cross, Uddingston G71 7ES, dated 6 June 1996 on behalf of Mr Alexander of Irnburgh, Ryefield Park. Davaar Drive, Coatbridge. - Letter of objection from Pat McAinish, 79 Dnimpellier Avenue, Coatbridge, dated 10 June 1996. - Letter from Poniphreys, Solicitors, 2 Belhaven Terrace, Wishaw, on behalf of Mr and Mrs William Dawson, 23 Golfi~iewDrive, Coatbridge dated 7 June 1996. - Letter from Boyd Solicitors, 146 West Regent Street, Glasgow on behalf of Mr and Mrs John D Weir, 19 Golfview Drive, Coatbridge. dated 10 June 1996. - Letter from A F Finlayson and CO, Solicitors. 1 Tollcross Road, Glasgow G3 1 4UG on behalf of Mr and Mrs Albert Eyles, 21 Golfview Drive, Coatbridge, dated 10 June 1996. - Letter from Douglas Watson, 83 Drumpellier Avenue, Coatbridge, dated 11 June 1996. - Letter from Ballantyne and Copland. Old Bank Chambers, 34 Ckic Square, Motherwell on behalf of Mr and Mrs Sam Goodwin, 81 Drumpellier Avenue, Coatbridge. dated 10 June 1996. - Petition containing 48 signatures of local residents. submitted 19 June 1996. - Letter from West of Scotland Water. dated 14 June 1996. - Memo from Director of Emironmental Services, dated 14 June 1996. - @ Letter from The Coal Authority. dated 20 June 1996.
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Coatbridge 441 298 and ask for Mr Quinn.
RGPQO 1S/jw/Cttee NORTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL C/96/243 , DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT RECOMMENDATION ON PLANNING APPLICATION
App 1ic ant : Agent : Mr T BOSWELL
1 SPINDLESIDE ROAD CLELLAND
Nature of Proposal: ERECTION OF TWO DWELLINGHOUSES ON AREA OF AMENITY OPEN SPACE (IN OUTLINE)
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Site: LAND TO REAR OF DAWAR DR & 19/21 GOLFVIEW DRIVE, COATBRIDGE
ecommendation: REFUSE PERMISSION
REASONS :
01. In the interests of amenity, as the proposed development would result in the loss of amenity open space within an established residential development.
02. In view of the reason above, the proposed development is contrary to Policy HG9 (A) of the Adopted Monklands District Local Plan 1991 which states: -
"In existing residential areas, and in new housing areas, there will be a presumption against development which is likely to adversely affect the amenity of the area or is not clearly of a nature ancillary to housing".
03. In view of reason 1 above, the proposed development is contrary to @ the National Planning Policy Guideline (NPPGll, Sport , Physical Recreation and Open Space) and in particular to paragraph 43 which states that:- "amenity open space of value within development schemes should be protected from development and enhanced".
ADVISORY NOTES: Application No. 96250 Date registered 7 June 1996 APPLICANT MARTYN & RUSSQ PARTNERS
Agent Anderson Bayne Architects DEVELOPMENT USE OF DWELLINGHOUSE AS GUEST HOUSE LOCUS MANOR PARK. 46 LEFROY STREET, COATBRIDGE
Estimated Cost Ward No. 32 Grid Reference 72256517
File Reference
Site History
Development Plan The site is covered by the follouing policies/proposals contained within the adopted Monklands District Local Plan 199 1.
HG9 - Housing policy for esistiiig residential areas ENVlS - Consenation Area policy.
Article 18 required Not required.
CONSULTATIONS
Objection None No Objection NLC Director of Environmental Services Greater Glasgow & Clyde Valley Tourist Board Conditions None No Reply None
REPRESENTATIONS
Neighbours A total of 27 parties have made an objection to this application as follows:
S Campbell, 46A Lefro! Street. Coatbridge Mrs J Doyle. 26 Torrisdale Street, Coatbridge Mr & Mrs Farrell. 22 Finlaystone Street, Coatbridge J McLaren. 2 1l/z Lefroy Street. Coatbridge Mr W I Loudon. 6 Muir Street, Coatbridge J G & N M Picozzi. 8 Muir Street, Coatbridge J McConville. 40 Finlaystone Street, Coatbridge Mr T Clarke. 37 Blairhill Street, Coatbridge Mr D Halley, 11 Muir Street. Coatbridge Mr & Mrs Francis. 1 Muir Street, Coatbridge Mr & Mrs J McLean. 22 Muir Street, Coatbridge Mr & Mrs Feeney, 25A Lefroy Street, Coatbridge Mr A Gardiner, 3 Muir Street, Coatbridge Mr & Mrs Gifford? 12A Lefroy Street, Coatbridge Mr & Mrs Martin 40 Lefroy Strect, Coatbridge Mrs H Sludden. 48 Lefroy Street, Coatbridge Mr & Mrs Lawie: 29 Lefroy Street, Coatbridge Mrs A hlcManus. 16 Muir Street, Coatbridge Ms C Wightiiian, 12 Muir Street: Coatbridge Mr & Mrs McCafCeq. 18 Muir Street: Coatbridge Mr & Mrs Bell, 38 LefroyStreet. Coatbridge NOKiH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL SCALE : PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT CENTRAL DIVISION NORTH MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS KILDONAN STREET LANARKSHIRE COATBRIDGE COUNCIL 4 MU3LN N EL(01 236) 441 200 2
22) Mr & Mrs Alexander, 20 Muir Street. Coatbridge 23) Mr & Mrs Scott. 23 Muir Street, Coatbridge 21) Mr & Mrs Milligan. 2 Muir Street, Coatbridge 25) Mr & Mrs E Rossi. 34 Lefroy Street. Coatbridge 26) Mrs M McDade, 3 Torrisdale Place, Coatbridge 27) Mr D Doyle. 26 Torrisdale Street. Coatbridge.
One petition containing 8 signatures was also received as an objection to this application albeit that no grounds of objection were stated on same.
The grounds of objection contained on the letters from the individual respondents may be summarised as fol1ons:-
1) The proposals will adversely (affect the existing amenity and character of the surrounding area.
2) The term "guest house" noted on the application is open to interpretation and misrepresentation.
3) There is no local need for this facility at this location.
3) The vehicular access into the site and vehicle movements associated with the use will give rise to amenity problems and may create a traffic hazard.
5) The proposals will affect property values.
6) The proposals will create potential on-street parking problems.
7) The proposals nil1 create additional noise which will affect the amenity of the area.
Section 23 Advertised on 14 June 1996
COMMENTS It is erGdent from the level of representation received in respect of this application that the proposed change of use of this dwellinghouse to provide guest house accommodation has generated a great level of concern within the area surrounding the site. The basis of the various areas of concern are summarised above and in respect thereof I Jvould comment as follows:-
1) The proposals involve no physical alterations to the building in question, as such the visual amenity and character of this area will not be affected by this change of use. Whilst the use of this property for commercial purposes does carn with it the potential for increased pedestrian and vehicular movements to and froin the site given the nature of the proposed use I do not consider that this is likely to create any significant level of disamenity.
The proposed use of this property as a "guest house" falls within Class 12 of the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) (Scotland) Order 1989. Whilst this class contains other uses such as hotels, boardinghouses and hostels the applicant has made it clear that he is seeking consent specifically for the use of this property as a guest house and for no other purpose. Simply put this means that if granted consent this property would be used by short term guests receiving bed and breakfast accommodation (and possibly e\.ening meals) n;ho would pay their own bills. The property would not be used as a long term lodging house by parties not paying for the accommodation i.e. DSS referrals.
RAI3007Ijn;lCt tee Suitable controls can be esercised by way of planning conditions and the need to conclude a Section 50 Agreement to ensure that this property remains solely in use as a guest house thus preventing its uncontrolled change to provide any other form of accommodation. This being the case I am in no doubt that this proposed use can be satisfactorily controlled and that if consented this use will not be open to abuse.
3) The question of need and the existence of similar uses within the vicinity of any proposed use do not in themselves provide convincing planning reasons to refuse an application. In this particular case whilst a hotel already exists ivithin Lefroy Street the use proposed under this application is not in competition with the hotel and indeed provided a wholly different form of facility and accommodation. As such the existence of the one hotel in the area is of no direct relevance to the consideration of this application.
In general terms the area covered by the Council's Central Division has a recognised shortfall of tourist accomniodation and if granted consent these proposals would hclp to redress this shortfall.
4) Following discussions bvith niy department's traffic section I am satisfied that this site can be safely accessed and that sufficient off-street parking spaces can be provided for the proposed use. As such I have no concerns relative to traffic iinplications of the proposals.
5) The potential effect of any given development upon existing propem values does not provide a sound basis for rehsing any given planning application given that it is almost impossible to quantify any loss of property value as no property value can be absolutely guaranteed
On the basis of the above this particular objection should not count agnlnst these proposals.
6) As dctailcd at point 4 above I ani satisfied that this site can xioriiniod;itc the required levels of off-street parking and as such I have no canxrii\ in this regard.
7) Given the nature of this proposed use I do not consider it lilicl! iil,il IIIC us< itself will create or generate noise levels that would affect thc ;im;rii!~ 01 the surrounding area. Indeed I do not consider that this USC. subicct 10 conditions. will create any more noise than would be creatcci hi cillicr ~hc use of the property as a single large dwellinghouse or a dncl!iri::!iLiu\: ~p!ii into flats.
In view of the foregoing I vould recommend that planning permissioii bc gr.inlcd in respect of this application subject to both the conditions attached hcrcIo arid also to the imposition of a satisfactoy Section 50 Agreement.
RECOMMENDATION/CONDITIONS
See attached sheet.
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT 1 August 1996 RABOO7/j\v/Cttee 3
List of Background Papers
- Application forms and accompanying plans. - Consultation Responses from NLC Director of Environmental Services and Greater Glasgow Tourist Board. - Copy of Section 23 Advertisement dated 14 June 1996. - Copies of objection letters and petition as noted above.
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Coatbridge 441210 and ask for Mr Bennie.
RAB 0 07/jw/C t t ee NQRTIEI. LANAFCKSHIEXE CQUNCXL C/96/250 DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT RECOMMENDATION ON PLANNING APPLICATION
Applicant : Agent : MARTYN & RUSSO PARTNERS ANDERSON BAYNE ARCHITECTS GEORGIAN HOTEL TEMPLETON BUSINESS CENTRE 26 LEFROY STFtEET TEMPLETON STREET COATBRIDGE GLASGOW
Nature of Proposal: USE OF DWELLINGHOUSE AS GUEST HOUSE
Site: MANOR PARK 46 LEFROY STREET, COATBRIDGE
Recommendat ion:
01. That the development hereby permitted shall be started within 5 years of the date of this permission.
02. That the premises shall be used as a bed and breakfast guest house and for no other purpose (including any purpose in Class 12 of the Schedule of the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) (Scotland) Order 1989, or in any provision equivalent to that Class in any statutory instrument revoking and re-inacting that Order, without the prior written consent of the Planning Authority.
03. That before the development hereby permitted is completed, or brought into use, 7 off-street car parking spaces shall be provided within the site, as described in the approved plans and shall, thereafter, be maintained as car parking spaces.
REASONS :
01. To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.
02. In order to ensure that the use of the premises hereby granted remains compatible with the character of the surrounding area, and that no activities take place which might be detrimental to the amenity thereof.
03. In the interest of traffic safety and to safeguard the amenity of the surrounding area.
ADVISORY NOTES :
01. ADVISORY NOTE TO DEPARTMENT: The applicant has agreed to enter into an agreement in terms of Section 50 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972. This department will therefore liaise with the Head of Legal Services with regard to this issue and no planning consent shall be issued until these matters have been concluded. 02. The said agreement shall relate to the following matters: 1) The applicant/resident manager being a member of the Greater Glasgow Clyde Valley Tourist Board (or its succ@ssor body with responsiblities for tourist accommodation in North Lanarkshire; 2) The premises at no time being utilised as accommodation for homeless persons or by any other person(8) seeking to utilise the accommodation as their permanent residence. 1
Application No. 96278 Date registered 21 June 1996 APPLICANT WHIFFLET BOWLING CLUB
Agent Construction Design Associates DEVELOPMENT ERECTION OF CLUBHOUSE (DEMOLITION OF EXISTING BUILDING)
LOCUS WHIFFLET BOWLING CLUB, REAR OF 11 BARROWFIELD STREET, COATBRIDGE
Estimated Cost Not indicated Ward No. 40 e Grid Reference 730864 11 File Reference AB/GW/CTB2070112000
Site History
Development Plan The application site is covered by the following policies/proposals contained within the adopted Monklands District Local Plan 1991.
HG9 Housing Policy for existing residential areas. Article 18 required Not required
CONSULTATIONS a-~ Objection None No Objection NLC, Director of Environmental Services Conditions None No Reply None
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NORTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCtL SCALE : PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT CEMRAL DIVISION MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS KILDONAN STREET COATBRIDGE ML5 3LN 4 TEL (01236) 441200 N 2
REPRESENTATIONS
Neighbours Objection letter received from
The Residents, 1 Dundyvan Gate, Dundyvan Road, Coatbridge
The grounds of objection contained in this letter of objection may be summarised as follows:-
1/ The proposals will lead to increased levels of on-street parking which will exacerbate existing traffic problems at this locus.
2/ The eventual licensing of the proposed premises will lead to a loss of amenity at this locus.
Section 23 Advertised on 28 June 1396
COMMENTS This site has been in use as a bowling club for a considerable number of years and as such represents part of the general character of this area. I do not therefore consider it unreasonable that this club should seek to improve its facilities by way of a new purpose built club house.
Given the constraints of the site the proposed building form suggested by the applicants represents the only feasible form for same. The detailed design and finishes of this proposed building are of a standard that I consider to be acceptable at this locality.
Turning to the grounds of objection in the above noted letter of objection I would advise Members firstly that my department’s traffic section have raised no issues of concern relative to these proposals and on this basis I am satisfied that this proposed development will not give rise to any problems relating to traffic and parking issues.
2/ The existing premises on the site have been licensed for a considerable period of time and have operated to my knowledge without any problems. As such I do not consider these proposals will carry with them any potential for increases in nuisance problems that would threaten the amenity of this area.
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In view of the following I would recommend that planning permission be granted in respect of this department subject to the conditions attached hereto.
RECOMMENDATIONS/CONDITIONS
See attached sheet
List of Background Papers
Application forms and accompanying plans Consultation response from NLC, Director of Environmental Services Copy of objection letter as noted above.
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Coatbridge 441210 and ask for Mr Bennie.
Cttee NORTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL C/96/278 DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT RECOMMENDATION ON PLANNING APPLICATION
Applicant: Agent : WHIFFLET BOWLING CLUB CONSTRUCTION DESIGN ASSOC
DUNDYVAN ROAD 6 CHURCH STREET COATBRIDGE COATBRIDGE
Nature of Proposal: ERECTION OF CLUBHOUSE (DEMOLITION OF EXISTING BUILDINGS)
Site: WHIFFLET BOWLING CLUB, REAR OF 11 BARROWFIELD STREET, COATBRIDGE
@cornendat ion :
01. That the development hereby permitted shall be started within 5 years of the date of this permission.
02. That before development starts, full details and/or samples of the facing materials to be used on all external walls and roofs shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Authority.
REASONS :
01. To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.
02. To enable the Planning Authority to consider these aspects in detail.
ADVISORY NOTES: Application No. 96290 Date registered 21st June 1996 APPLICANT MR R WALKER, 25 CAMPSIE VIEW, BARGEDDIE G69 7QU.
Agent Mr D Henderson, 6 Summerhill Road, Clarkston, Glasgow G76 8BX. DEVELOPMENT ERECTION OF TWO STOREY SIDE EXTENSION AND SINGLE STOREY REAR EXTENSION TO DWELLINGHOUSE. LOCUS 25 CAMPSIE VIEW, BARGEDDIE.
Estimated Cost Ward No. 36 Grid Reference 69776443
File Reference BAC1600250000
Site History
Development Plan Under the Adopted Monklands District Local Plan 1991, the property lies within an area whose residential amenity is intended to be maintained (policy HG9). 0 Article 18 required CONSULTATIONS
Objection No Objection Conditions No Reply
REPRESENTATIONS
Neighbours One letter of objection has been received from David Allan, 27 Campsie View, Bargeddie. The ground of objection is towards a proposed balcony area for the rear extension which, in the opinion of the objector, would be a major invasion of privacy given the close proximity of the balcony area to the objector's bathroom, bedroom and kitchen windows. A second ground of objection is that the rear extension would adversely affect the daylight provided to the objector's kitchen area. a Section 23 COMMENTS The application property concerned is an end terraced two storey district council built dwellinghouse which lies within the established Bargeddie housing estate. The applicant proposes to provide a two storey side extension to accommodate storage area and pend close on the ground floor, and a bedroom and bathroom on the first floor. The applicant also proposes to provide a small rear extension accommodating a new kitchen area. In total, both the extensions would encompass a ground floor area of 29 square metres. The rear extension would be single storey with a balcony area on the roof surface, at first floor level. This would be served by a patio door which would serve an existing bedroom.
As for the merits of the proposals, it is considered that both extensions would be acceptable in terms of scale, design and materials. Indeed, both extensions would integrate suitably with the existing dwellinghouse and surrounding environment without causing any adverse effects in terms of privacy, daylight, visual impact or residual garden ground.
RGPQO 14/jw/Cttee NORTH LANARKSHIRE COUNClL APPLICATION #: PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SCALEI: 2250 : 962.90- ---- 1 CENTRAL DIVISION NORTH MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS DATE : LANARKSHIRE 25 CXUBIE W,BARGEDDIE X2.07.96 KILDONAN STREET ERECTION OF TWO SrOREY SIDE COATBRIDGE COUNCIL EYTENSION k SUVGLES7OREY ML5 3LN REAR EYTENSION To D WELL:wcHOUSE TEL (01236) 441200 1 -. 2
As regards the letter of objection received, the concerns expressed have been carefully considered on site, and it has been concluded that the development would not result in either daylight or privacy failures that could justify amendment or refusal of the proposals.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended therefore that planning permission be granted subject to the attached condition.
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT ly 1996
)rList of Background Papers
- Application form and acconipanyiiig plans. - The Adopted Monklands District Local Plan 1991. - Letter of objection from Mr David Allan, 27 Campsie View, Bargeddie, dated 25th June 1996.
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Coatbridge 441298 and ask for Mr Quinn.
RGPQO 14ljwlCttee \ NORTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL C/96/290 DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT RECOMMENDATION ON PLANNING APPLICATION
Applicant: Agent : Mr R WALKER Mr D HENDERSON
25 CAMPSIE VIEW 6 SUMMERHILL ROAD BARGEDDIE CLARKSTON, GLASGOW
Nature of Proposal: ERECTION OF TWO STOREY SIDE EXTENSION AND SINGLE STOREY REAR EXTENSION TO DWELLINGHOUSE
Site: 25 CAMPSIE VIEW, BARGEDDIE
.Recommendation: GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS
01. The extension hereby approved shall be rendered to match the existing house in texture and colour, to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority.
REASONS :
01. In order to safeguard the property itself and the amenity of the surrounding area.
ADVISORY NOTES: Application No. 96302 Date registered 28 June. 1996 APPLICANT JOHN SMITH (BOOKMAKERS)
Keppie Planners PART USE OF PUBLIC HOUSE AS LICENSED BETTING OFFICE AND ASSOCIATED EXTERNAL ALTERATIONS LOCUS WOODSIDE BAR 2 MITCHELL ST/62 WOODSIDE STREET, COATBRIDGE.
Estimated CQS~ Not Indicated Ward No. 37 Grid Reference 71886397
File Reference
Site History The following planning applications are of relevance to this current application.
P946 17 Part-use of public house as Licensed bookmaker Refused Consent 3 1 March 1995.
P95343 Part-use of public house as licensed bookmakers Refused Consent 1 September, 1995.
Application 95343 is currently the subject of an appeal to the Secretary of State. At their meeting on 5 June, 1996 NLC Planning and Development decided that a formal request be made to sist this appeal in order to allow NLC to consider a resubmitted planning application relative to these proposals. This request has been accepted and this present application represents the re-submitted proposals.
Development Plan The application site is zoned under the terms of the following policy contained within the adopted Monklands District Local Plan 1991.
COM 5 Local Shopping Areas COM 7/4 Upgrade Shopping Centres, Woodside Street, Coatbridge
Article 18 required Not Required
CONSULTATIONS No external consultations took place in connection with th~splanning application.
0b ject ion No Objection Conditions No Reply
WO01. Cttee/jc WORTH LANARKSHIRE COUNCIL PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT CEKFRAL DIVISION NORTH MUNICIPAL BUILDINGS KILDONAN STREET LANARKSHIRE COATBRIDGE COUNCIL MU3LN TEL (01236) 441200 2
REPRESENTATIIONS
Neighbours Objection received from Mrs. Tracey, 40 Woodside Street, Coatbridge
The grounds of objection contained in thls matter may be summdsed as follows:
1). The proposals will result in a loss of amenity due to noise chsmbance
2). The proposals would affect the furactioning of the local shopping centre
3). The proposals would have an adverse impact upon the privacy of the objectors property.
Section 23 Advertised on 5 July, 1996
COMMENTS Notwithstanding the decisions taken by the former Monklands District Council and the terms of the sisted planning appeal, I would advise members that the assessment of this present application must be made on the basis of the local plan coverage of the site and in the light of any other material considerations.
The site itself is covered by policies COM 5 and COM 7/1 of the adopted Monklands District Local Plan 1991. Under the terms of policy COM 5 it is stated that within those areas thus covered the District Council will
"....support shopping and related uses (Classes 1 & 2)."
Given that the proposed part use of these premises relate to the creation of a Class 2 use I would consider the proposals to be compliant with this particular pohq Similarly I am satisfied that the proposals do not conflict with the ams of poliq COM 7/4 which relates to the upgrading of this local shopping centre. th~sbeing on the basis that the only physical change to the premises in question relate to the introduction of signage associated with the proposed betttng office.
In addition to these policies. policy COM 11 is also of relevance to the asscssmcnt of this application. This policy seeks to direct commercial '%as neighbour" uses to Secondary Retail Core Areas and to the upper floors of Retail Core Arms This having been said it must be recognised that the premises in qumon arc alrad\ in use as a "bad neighbour" use/premises and as such the proposed bemng shop 1\111 not in effect increase the floor area already in such use. This being the casc I do not consider these proposals will create a situation that will have an\ incrcascd adverse effect upon the amenity of hsarea, this being in general cornpliancc U id) the aims of policy COM 11.
Turning to the above noted letter of objection I would wish to make the follou ins comments:-
1). At the present moment in time the whole of the premises in question are in use 3s a public house and I would consider this existing use to be far more onerous than that proposed under this application. On this basis I consider it to be unlikely that any existing disamenity resulting from the use of this public house will be increased as a result of these proposals.
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2) As is noted above these proposals will have no effect on the existing retail floor area of the acljoining shopping centre and as such I do not consider that the proposals will have any effect upon the functioning of same.
Further I do not consider that these proposals will have any adverse effect upon the amenity of the recently upgraded shopping centre.
3) Given the location of the objector's propem I would consider that the proposed betting shop is unlikely to the the cause of any &rect disturbance nor will it irnpact upon the existing privacy levels enjoyed by same.
~CO~~E~~AT~Q~In view of the foregoing I would recommend that planning permission be granted in respect of this development subject to the conditions attached hereto.
DIRECTOR OF PILANNTPJG AND DEVELOPMENT 5th August, 1996
List of Background Papers
- AppIication forms and plans. - Copy of Section 23 Advertisement. - Copy of objection letter as noted above. - Background papers relating to applications P946 17 and 95343.
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Coatbridge 812222 and ask for Mr. Bennie
WOO1. Cttee/jc NORTH LmPAxUKsHIFa3 (JOUNCXL DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT RJEOMMENDATION ON PLANNING APPLICATION
Applicant: Agent : JOHN SMITH (BOOKMAKERS) KEPPIE PLAM\TERS
130 WEST MILE STREET 160 WEST REGENT STREET GLASGOW GLASGOW
Nature of Proposal: PAaT USE OF PUBLIC HOUSE AS LICENSED BETTING OFFICE AND EXTERNAL ALTERATIONS
Site: WOODSIDE BAR, 2 MITCHELL ST/ 62 WOODSIDE STREET, COATBRIDGE
01. That the development hereby permitted shall be started within 5 years of the date of this permission.
02. That any sound reproducton equipment installed and used on the premises shall be so used as to be inaudible outside the premises.
REASONS :
01. To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.
02. In order to safeguard the property itself and the amenity of the surrounding area.
ADVISORY NOTES: Application No. S/96/00 149/OUT Date registered 26 March 1996 APPLICANT MRS AGNES PATERSON, 279 MERRY STREET, MOTHERWELL Agent MacFarlane and CO, 48 Main Street, Wishaw ML2 7AB DEVELOPMENT ERECTION OF DWELLINGHOUSE LOCUS 279 MERRY STREET, MOTHERWELL
Estimated Cost Ward No. 2 Grid Reference
File Reference GMcWKW/5/1/(227)
Site History No significant planning history.
Development Plan lnfill housing, (Draft Written Statement) Motherwell Local Plan, Greenbelt (Consultative Draft) Motherwell District Local Plan 0 Article 18 required No CONSULTATl ON S
0b jectio n No Objed'on The Coal Authority, British Gas, West of Scotland (Water), West of Scotland (Sewerage), SEPA Conditions No Reply British Telecom
RE PRESE NTATl ON S
Neighbours Section 23
COMMENTS This application seeks outline planning consent to erect a dwellinghouse at 279 Merry Street, Motherwell. After consultation no objections were received. Discussions with the agent in relation to the provision of a public turning facility led to the plans being amended and this is detailed in my accompanying report. The proposal is contrary to the (Consultative Draft) Motherwell District Local Plan as the site is zoned as Greenbelt. For the reasons detailed in my accompanying report, however, I consider the proposal can be justified. Furthermore I am satisfied that in principle the site is capable of meeting each of the requirements regarding garden ground, access, parking and manoeuvring. I therefore recommend that planning consent is granted.
RECOMMENDATION
Grant, subject to the following conditions, viz:-
( 1 ) That before development starts a written application and plans, in respect of the following reserved matters, shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Authority:-
(a) the siting, design and external appearance of all buildings and other structures;
(b) the means of access to the site;
(c) the layout of the site, including all roads, footways, and parking areas;
(d) the details of, and timetable for, the hard and soft landscaping of the site;
(e) the design and location of all boundary walls and fences;
(f) the disposal of sewage.
Reason: The approval is in principle only.
That the development hereby permitted shall be started, either within five years of the date of this permission, or within two years of the date on which the last of the reserved matters are approved, whichever is the later.
Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.
(3) That the design of the dwellinghouse hereby permitted shall blend harmoniously with the adjacent dwellings in terms of scale, proportion, materials and layout.
Reason: In the interests of amenity.
(4) That the windows to be used on the dwellinghouse hereby permitted shall be of a traditional sash and case style with vertical emphasis to the satisfaction of the Planning and Development authority.
Reason: In the interests of amenity.
(5) Notwithstanding the terms of condition (1) a detailed scheme which will ensure the safe operation of any doorways on the north western elevation of the development shall be submitted and approved by the Planning Authority.
Reason: These details have not been submitted.
That before the development starts, a certificate from a recognised firm of chartered engineers, shall be submitted to the Planning Authority confirming the mineral stability of the site.
Reason: To ensure the mineral stability of the area.
(7) That before development starts, full details of the design and location of all fences and walls to be erected on the site shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Authority.
Reason: These details have not been submitted.
That before development starts, full details and/or samples of the facing materials to be used on all external walls and roofs shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Authority.
Reason: These details have not been submitted. (9) That no trees within the application site shall be lopped, topped or felled, and no shrubs or hedges, shall be removed from the application site, without the prior written consent of the Planning Authority.
Reason: To safeguard the amenity of the area.
That before the dwellinghouse hereby permitted is occupied 2 car parking spaces shall be provided within the curtilage of the plot and outwith the public road or footway.
Reason: To ensure the provision of adequate parking facilities within the site.
That before the development hereby permitted is completed or brought into use a turning facility should be provided for general public use on Merry Street at the location shown on the approved plans in accordance with the specifications of the Roads Authority and as described in the said Roads Guidelines published by the said Roads Authority.
Reason: In the interests of public safety.
That before the dwellinghouse hereby permitted is occupied, a private vehicular access, or driveway, of at least 6 metres in length, shall be provided and the first 2 metres of this access, beyond the limit of the adjoining road, shall be paved, across its full width.
Reason: To prevent deleterious material being carried onto the road.
That before the development hereby permitted is completed, or brought into use, a 2 metre wide footway shall be constructed along the full frontage of the site, in accordance with the specifications of the Roads Authority and as described in the Roads Guidelines published by the said Roads Authority.
Reason: In the interests of public safety.
NOTES:
Before the start of any works affecting the public road the developer must obtain, from North Lanarkshire Council's Divisional Manager (South) a Road Opening Permit, granted under the terms of S56 of the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984.
Before the start of the development the developer constructing the road must obtain, from North Lanarkshire Council's Divisional Transportation Manager, a Construction Consent, granted under the terms of Section 2 1 of the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984.
The applicant should contact The West Of Scotland Water Authority, Almada Street Hamilton so that details of the drainage layout may be approved and the necessary consents obtained in terms of the Sewerage (Scotland) Act 1968.
Mining has taken place beneath this site at shallow depths and The Coal Authority consider it would be inadvisable to develop the land without seeking appropriate technical advice. If you want to do site investigations or treat any shafts, adits or shallow mirieworkings you must contact:- Mr. G. Offen, Head of Mining Reports, The Coal Authority, Mining Reports Office, Ashby Road, Stanhope Bretby, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE 15 OQD (Tel: 0 1283 550606). List of Background Papers
Application form and accompanying plans submitted 26/3/96. Letter from the agent dated 4/6/96. Letter from Scottish Power dated 17/4/96. Letter from British Gas dated 17/4/96. Letter from The Coal Authority dated 22/4/96. Letter from West of Scotland Water (Water) dated 23/4/96. Letter from West of Scotland Water (Sewerage) dated 25/4/96. 0 Letter from SEPA dated 9/5/96. Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Motherwell 251 321 Ext. 261 and ask for Gwen McKillop. APPLICATION NO. 96/00 149/OUT
REPORT
1 .o SITE AND PROPOSAL
1.1 This application seeks outline planning consent to erect a dwellinghouse at 279 Merry Street, Motherwell. To the east, the site is bounded by the applicant's dwellinghouse to the north and west by the South Calder Water and to the south by an area of recreational ground owned by the Council.
1.2 The site is long and narrow and trees line a steep embankment down to the river's edge on the northern and western sides of the site.
1.3 The application site is located at the end of a public road. This presently serves four other dwellinghouses. The section of road that serves the dwellinghouses is in good condition, but from no. 279 Merry Street onwards, it deteriorates. This section, towards the South Calder Water, has not been maintained.
1.4 The site contains a garage which is in a poor state of repair and the road has been used to provide access to it. There is no history however of the site being used for residential development.
1.5 Initially the application did not provide a public turning facility. Discussions with the agent led to the plans being amended to include this facility and the proposal can now meet traffic safety requirements.
2. CON SU LTATl ON AN D REPRES E NTATlON S
2.1 The following consultees did not object:-
0 The Coal Authority 0 British Gas 0 West of Scotland Water (Water) 0 West of Scotland Water (Sewerage) 0 SEPA
2.2 No reply was received from British Telecom.
2.3 There were no representations to the proposal.
3. PLANNING CONS1 DERATIONS
3.1 The proposed site lies within the Greenbelt as defined within the (Consultative Draft) Motherwell District Local Plan and is contrary to three of it's policies, particularly Policy ENV5. It seeks to prevent new development or change of use within the Greenbelt unless it is demonstrated that it is required for agriculture, forestry or other appropriate rural uses, such as outdoor leisure and recreation activities. No justification has been received in relation to this application.
3.2 The application site is within the Motherwell urban envelope and it is also bounded on two sides by the South Calder Water and on another by a public road. Thus, the site would not be able to provide an opportunity for additional residential development or to set a precedent. I consider these to be specific characteristics which mitigate the need for adherence to the general policy parameters.
3.3 The proposed site is narrow and it would constrain the type and size of dwellinghouse which could be erected. I am satisfied, however, that a dwellinghouse subject to certain design conditions could be accommodated.
3.4 The proposal could be accommodated without any loss of privacy to adjoining residents. Furthermore, I consider the site to be capable of meeting each of the requirements regarding garden ground, access, parking and manoeuvring.
4. CONCLUSION
4.1 For the reasons stated above I consider that this proposal would not constitute a strategic loss of countryside. Furthermore I am satisfied that a dwellinghouse subject to certain conditions could be accommodated within the site. I therefore recommend that planning consent is granted. Application No. S/96/00 187lFUL Date registered 23 April 1994 APPLICANT BRIAN HUTCHISON, 70 AULD KIRK ROAD, HALFWAY, CAM B US LAN G Agent DEVELOPMENT CHANGE OF USE TO VEHICLE REPAIR & VEHICLE DISMANTLING YARD LOCUS UNIT 7, CARDEAN ROAD, MOSSEND, BELLSHILL
Estimated Cost Ward No. 27 Grid Reference
File Reference G L/JM/5/63 (48)
Site History No significant site history
- Development Plan Established Industrial & Business Area on the Draft Motherwell District Local Plan
Article 18 required No
CONSULTATIONS
Objection No Objech'on SEPA West Region
Conditions NLC Environmental Services No Reply British Gas Transco
REPRESENTATIONS
Neighbours Section 23 None
COMMENTS The applicants propose to use a partially vacant, visually unattractive site to repair and dismantle vehicles. Although the junction of Cardean Road and Holytown Road is not of the highest standard there are a number of operations, similar to that proposed, as well as British Rail Depot currently on Cardean Road. In these circumstances and, as the site will be brought into productive use and visually improved I have no objections to this proposal. There is a high pressure gas main in the area but this site appears to be outwith the stand off area required by British Gas Transco. I therefore recommend that permission is granted subject to appropriate conditions.
RECOMMEbI1DATlON
Grant subject to the following conditions, viz:-
That the development hereby permitted shall be started within five years of the date of this permission.
Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.
That before the development site starts details of any fencing to be erected along the boundaries indicated on the approved plans, for the approval of the Planning Authority.
Reason: These details have not been submitted.
(3) That notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) (Scotland) Order 1989, the yard shall be used solely as a vehicle repair and dismantling yard.
Reason: To enable the Planning Authority to retain effective control.
(4) That before the development hereby permitted is completed, or brought into use, all the parking and manoeuvring areas shown on the approved plans, shall be levelled, properly drained, surfaced in a material which the Planning Authority has approved in writing before the start of surfacing work and clearly marked out, and shall, thereafter, be maintained as parking and manoeuvring areas.
Reason: To ensure the provision of adequate parking facilities within the site.
(5) That there shall be no burning of material on the site.
Reason: To safeguard the amenity of the area.
Notes
This application was advertised in terms of Section 23 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972. No objections were received.
This development should comply with the terms of the undernoted legislation:-
A. Control of Pollution Act 1974 with special regard to Part Ill : Noise.
(3) The applicant should note the contents of the attached letter from First Engineering, dated 26 April 1996. List of Background Papers
Application Form and Plans Draft Motherwell District Wide Local Plan Letter from SEPA dated 14/5/96 Memo from Environmental Services dated 24/6/96
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Motherwell 251 321 e Ext. 243 and ask for Mr Laing. Application No. S/96/00205/FUL Date registered 17 April 1996 APPLliCANT ALLIED LONDON AND SCOTISH DEVELOPMENTS LTD, THE CLYDEWAY SKYPARK, 8 ELLIOT PLACE, GLASGOW G3 7EP Agent Keir and Fraser Architects, 2 1 Sandyford Place, Glasgow G3 7NG DEVELOPMENT ERECTION OF BINGO HALL, DRIVE THRU RESTAURANT AND 2500 SQ. FT. RETAIL UNIT LOCUS GLASGOW ROADIMARSHALL STREET, WISHAW
Esiimded cost Ward No. 8 Grid Reference NS 278900 655200
File Reference GMcWJM/10/17(69)
Site History Application site formerly occupied by a bonded warehouse, demolished in 1989 Application for superstore, withdrawn in 199 1 Outline planning consent granted for retail development, 3 1 st October, 1994(Appl,No 273/93(outline) Planning consent granted for 44,000 ft* of retail store with associated car parking and servicing, 5th October, 1995 (Appl No. 273/9 3A) Planning consent granted for alterations to elevations and layout, 5th February, 1996 (Appl No.95/00797/AMEND)
Development Plan Area of mixed landuse(Written Statement) Wishaw Local Plan Zoned as shopping development, (Consultative Draft) Motherwell District Local Plan
Article 18 required No
CON SULTATlON S
0bjection No Objeaion
Conditions E nviro nm enta I Services No Reply
REPRES E NTATl0 N S
Neig hboun Section 23 Five letters of objection One petition containing 36 signatures
COMMENTS This application seeks planning consent to erect a bingo hall (30,000 sq.ft.) a drive thru restaurant, a retail unit (2500 sq.ft.) a 236 space car park and taxi rank. The proposed site is confined solely to the area formerly occupied by the bonded warehouse and has already been partially developed. Customers would access the site via Glasgow Road with service access via Marshall Street. My
comments and observations on both the proposal and the objections, are contained in the accompanying report.
RECOMEN DATION
Grant, subject to the following conditions, viz:-
That the development hereby permitted shall be started not later than 31 st October 1999.
Reason: To accord with the outline planning permission.
That before development starts, full details of the design and location of all fences and walls to be erected on the site shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Authority.
Reason: These details have not been submitted.
That notwithstanding the generalities of condition (2) above a high quality of design shall be required for the wall and railing to be erected along the boundary marked GREEN on the approved plans.
Reason: In the interests of the visual amenity of the area.
That before the development hereby permitted is occupied, or brought into use, all the fences, or walls, for which the permission of the Planning Authority has been obtained under the terms of conditions (2) and (3) above, shall be erected.
Reason: In the interests of amenity.
That before development starts a scheme for the visual treatment and enhancement of the gable areas hatched YELLOW on the approved plans shall be submitted to and approved by the Planning Authority.
Reason: In the interests of the visual amenity of the area.
That within 6 months of the development hereby permitted being completed or brought into use all the works approved under the terms of condition (5) above shall be completed.
Reason: In the interests of the visual amenity of the area.
That before development starts, full details andior samples of the facing materials to be used on all external walls and roofs shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Authority.
Reason: These details have not been submitted.
That before development starts, a scheme of landscaping shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Authority and it shall include:- A. details of any earth moulding and hard landscaping, grass seeding and turfing;
B. a scheme of tree and shrub planting, incorporating details of the number, variety and size of trees and shrubs to be planted;
C. details of the phasing of these works.
Reason: In the interests of the visual ameniv of the area.
(9) That prior to the occupation of the buildings hereby permitted, all planting, seeding, turfing and earth moulding included in the scheme of landscaping and planting, approved under the terms of condition (8) above, shall be completed, and any trees, shrubs, or areas of grass which die, are removed, damaged, or become diseased, within 2 years of the completion of the development, shall be replaced in the next planting season with others of a similar size and species.
Reason: In the interests of amenity.
(10) That before the development hereby permitted is completed, or brought into use, all the parking and manoeuvring areas shown on the approved plans, shall be levelled, properly drained, surfaced in a material which the Planning Authority has approved in writing before the start of surfacing work and clearly marked out, and shall, thereoher, be maintained as parking and manoeuvring areas.
Reason: To ensure the provision of adequate parking facilities within the site.
(1 1) That before the development hereby permitted is completed, or brought into use, a 2 metre wide footway shall be constructed within the area hatched BROWN on the approved plans, in accordance with the specifications of the Roads Authority and as described in the Roads Guidelines published by the said Roads Authority.
Reason: In the interests of public safety.
(1 2) That a visibility splay of 9 metres by 90 metres, measured from the road channel, shall be provided on both sides of the vehicular access onto Glasgow Road and before the development hereby permitted is completed, or brought into use, everything exceeding 1.05 metres in height above the road channel level shall be removed from the sight line areas and, thereafter, nothing exceeding 1.05 metres in height above road channel level shall be planted, placed, erected, or allowed to grow, within these sight line areas.
Reason: In the interests of public safety.
(1 3) That a visibility splay of 4.5 metres by 90 metres, measured from the road channel, shall be provided on both sides of the vehicular access onto Marshall Street and before the development hereby permitted is completed, or brought into use, everything exceeding 1.05 metres in height above the road channel level shall be removed from the sight line areas and, thereafter, nothing exceeding 1.05 metres in height above road channel level shall be planted, placed, erected, or allowed to grow, within these sight line areas.
Reason: In the interests of public safety.
(14) That before the development hereby permitted is completed or brought into use, a scheme for the creation of an access ramp for service deliveries, to the drive thru restaurant across the road hatched in RED, shall be submitted, and approved by the Planning Authority.
Reason: In the interests of public safety.
(15) That before the development hereby permitted is completed, or brought into use the area hatched in PURPLE shall be incorporated within the public footpath and shall be completed to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority.
Reason: In the interests of public safety.
(1 6) That before the development hereby permitted is completed, or brought into use a revised Traffic Impact Analysis, only containing a Projected Pedestrian Flow Survey and Projected PV* Survey which specifies the works required to accommodate the increased pedestrian traffic which will be generated by this scheme, shall be submitted for the approval of the Planning Authority.
Reason: These details have not been submitted.
(17) That, for the avoidance of doubt, prior to the development hereby permitted being completed or brought into use all the works required under the terms of condition (1 6) above, shall be completed to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority.
Reason: In the interests of public safety.
NOTES
(1) This application was advertised in terms of Section 23 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972. Five objections were received, including a petition containing 36 signatures.
(2) Environmental Services have no objections to the proposal subject to its compliance with the relevant legislation. To ensure the development with comply, the applicant should contact Environmental Services, North Lanarkshire Council, Scomagg House, Crosshill Street, Motherwell, Tel: 0 1 698 30020 1 . List of bckground PQ~~FS
Covering Letter, Application Form and Accompanying Plans submitted 17th April, 1996 Letter and additional plans from agent dated 16th May 1996 Letter from agent dated 25th June 1996 Letter and amended plans from agent dated 26th June 1996 Letter and amended plans dated 19th July, 1996 Letter and amended plans dated 24th July, 1996 (Written Statement) Wishaw Local Plan (Consultative Draft) Motherwell District Local Plan Memo from Environmental Services dated 6th June, 1996 Letter from Mr Pearce dated 23rd April, 1996 Letter from Mrs M Price dated 26th April, 1996 Letter from Mr and Mrs Hunter dated 7th May, 1996 Letter from Mr and Mrs C Davies dated 15th May, 1996 Petition containing 36 signatures dated 23rd May, 1996 Letter from Wishaw and District Housing Association dated 5th June, 1996 Letter from First Engineering dated 16th July, 1996 Letter from McDonald’s Restaurants Ltd, dated 18th July, 1996
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Motherwell 25 132 1 Ext. 261 and ask for Gwen McKillop. A PPL I CAT10 N N 0.S/96/00205/F U L
REPORT
1 .o SITE AND PROPOSAL
1.1 This application seeks planning consent for the erection of a bingo hall (30,000 sq,ft.) a drive thru restaurant, a retail unit (2500 sq.ft.), a 236 space car park and taxi rank.
1.2 The application site is confined solely to the area formerly occupied by the whisky bond. The site itself is bounded to the north and west by residential properties, including a housing association development. To the south lies the railway to Wishaw Station and to the east, on Marshall Street, the offices of G F Sharp and the former Department of Employment.
1.3 Last year planning consent was granted for 44 000 sq.ft. of retail store. The development would have comprised 2 x 10 000 sq.ft., 1 x 7500 sq.ft. and 1 x 16 000 sq.ft.units. A further application was submitted for alterations to elevations and layout to the proposal in January this year. The unit sizes were altered, but the main footprint to the development remained largely unchanged.
1.4 Two of these units have now been constructed. The 16 000 sq.ft. unit which backs onto Marshall Street is nearly completed and will be occupied by Kwik Save. The main frame of the 10 000 sq.ft. retail unit which adjoins Kwik Save has also been constructed. This unit is largely unfinished as the applicant proposes to incorporate this unit within the proposed bingo ha II.
1.5 The proposed 2500 sq.ft. retail unit would be erected in front of the bingo hall and the drive thru restaurant in front of the retail unit. Both of which would bound the railway line.
1.6 Public access to the proposed development would be via Glasgow Road. The service yard would be located behind the bingo hall and access would be from Marshall Street. Service access to the retail unit and drive thru restaurant would be via the access road between the units and the railway embankment.
1.7 Initially, the proposal did not meet servicing and car parking requirements. The proposed service yard and the number of parking spaces within the area around the drive thru restaurant and 2500 sq.ft. retail unit were inadequate.
1.8 Discussions with the agent led to the plans being amended. As a result the service yard has been enlarged. The applicant, however was unable to increase the number of car parking spaces required for the area around the drive thru restaurant and 2500 sq.ft. retail unit.
1.9 On balance, however whilst I recognise this shortfall it should be noted that the overall number of car parking spaces required for the site can be met and it is considered that the proposal can now largely fulfil servicing and car parking requirements. 2.0 CONSULTATION S
2.1 Environmental Services had no objections to the proposal subject to its compliance with the relevant legislation.
3.0 LOCAL PLAN CONSIDERATIONS
3.1 Three policies from the (Consultative Draft) Motherwell District Local Plan apply to the proposed development, RTL 1 Shopping Development, L1 Leisure and Tourism Development and RTL 1 1 Assessing Applications for Bad Neighbour Developments.
3.2 Policy RTLl has been formulated os a means of ensuring the continuing viability of town centres. In part this can be achieved by directing major retail development (those with over 2000 square metres of gross retailing floor space) such as this application, to established town centres where appropriate or redevelopment opportunities can be identified.
3.3 Schedule 5.1 has identified several opportunities for retail development within the District. The proposed site has been identified within this schedule as a suitable location.
3.4 Policy L1 seeks to encourage and suppo~the protection of a suitable quality and range of leisure and tourism facilities. It is considered that the proposed development would comply with this policy.
3.5 Policy RTLl 1 - Assesses applications for Bad Neighbour Developments such as hot food take-a-ways, amusement arcades, and public houses. These types of application will only be acceptable in Town Centre Areas and Neighbourhood Shopping Centres.
3.6 Proposed development is assessed on its potential impact on the character of the surrounding shopping environment with developments expected to complement the existing street scene.
3.7 This application seeks to gain consent for a mix of uses on this six acre site. In conjunction with the existing 16 000 sq.ft. retail unit it is considered that the site would contain a balanced mix of uses which in turn would complement each other.
4.0 OBJ ECTlON S
4.1 Following neighbour notification I received five letters of objection and petition containing 36 signatures. The adjoining residents objected on the grounds that:-
(i) there would be an increase in pedestrian and vehicular traffic which would cause congestion. This would also be a safety hazard
(ii) the proposal would cause parking problems. Visitors to the site would park in Marshall Lane or on Glasgow Road
(iii) the entrance/exit via Glasgow Road would cause traffic problems
(iv) there would be an increase in noise (v) it would be an invasion of privacy
(vi) the site would be over-developed
(vii) the proposal would be detrimental to property prices
(viii) the increased traffic level would create a health risk through pollution
5.0 OBSERVATIONS
5.1 With regard to the objections lodged by neighbouring residents, concerning traffic issues, it should be noted that as a result of previous applications for the site a traffic study was carried out by the applicant. This study identified various improvements required to accommodate the vehicle flow generated by the site for retail development.
5.2 These works included improvements to the Heathery roundabout, the creation of a filter lane and traffic islands along the section of Glasgow Road parallel to the site and other ancillary road alterations. All of which have been carried out.
5.3 This application seeks to gain consent for a mix of uses which include retail, but also food/drink and leisure. I have therefore added a condition requiring the submission of a supplementary Traffic Impact Analysis to ensure that if additional works are required these will be carried out by the applicant.
5.4 The site is located on a major road leading into Wishaw. It is expected therefore that regardless of the development proposed it will attract a substantial amount of traffic. In view of this I do not consider that the noise or disturbance generated by this proposal can be used to justify a refusal of planning permission.
5.5 The site would be intensely developed. It is considered, however, that it can be accommodated as it is largely able to meet the requirements relating to access, parking, manoeuvring and servicing.
5.6 The objector’s concern that the proposal would be detrimental to property prices is noted. This, however, is not a planning consideration.
5.7 Concerns about the impact of the proposal on the health of local residents are understandable, but at this point in time it is not one upon which I feel I can justify a refusal of planning consent.
6.0 CONCLUSION
6.1 The proposed development is situated outwith the existing and established town centre shopping area. The site, however, has been identified within the local plan as a suitable opportunity for retail development, over 2000 square metres.
6.2 The proposed development is on a site which is extensively underlain by shallow mine workings. As a result of the costs involved to make the site suitable for redevelopment if has until recently lain vacant and derelict. The site however has only been partially developed and it is considered that this proposal would be a suitable development to complete the redevelopment of the site which is on one of the main gateways into Wishaw. The proposed mix of uses would provide an opportunity to enhance the general range of shopping in the Wishaw area and I therefore recommend that planning consent is granted. Application No. S/96/002 1 9/N I D Date registered 23 April 1996 APPLICANT DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION, NORTH LANARKSHIRECOUNCIL, C/O PO BOX 6 PHlLlP MURRAY ROAD, BELLSHILL ML4 3JX Agent Head of Design Services, Department of Construd'on Services, North Lanarkshire Council, PO Box 6, Philp Murray Road, Bellshill ML4 3JX DEVELOPMENT ERECTION OF NEW PRIMARY SCHOOL AND ANCILLARY ACCESS ROAD, CAR PARK AND PLAYING FIELDS LOCUS WEST MAIN STREET, HARTHILL
Ward No. 20 Grid Reference NS 9010 6420
File Reference SICLKIJ M
Site History Previous application ref no 95/00779/FUL for school withdrawn March 1996 for procedural reasons
Development Plan Northern and Southern Area Part Development Plan - Agriculture Draft Motherwell District Local Plan - New Primary School
Article 18 required Yes
CON SULTAllONS
0bjection No Objection SRC Water Services, SRC Roads
Conditions Forth River Purification Board The Coal Authority No Reply
REPRESENTATIONS
Neighbours Six letters including Local Councillor Section 23
COMMENTS This application will allow for the erection of a purpose built primary school building which will serve the settlements of Harthill and Eastfield. This will necessitate the closure of existing schools at West Main Street Harthill and West Benhar Road Eastfield. Despite the concerns of some objectors regarding the principle of a new school in this location, I welcome this significant investment in the education facilities of the area and recommend that permission is granted. The Planning Authority is unable to approve its own application when it is in receipt of letters of objection and if the Committee wishes to approve this application, the matter will have to be referred to the Secretary of State to allow him the opportunity of 'calling in' the application for his own WEST MAIN STREET
HARTHTI I consideration. Further details can be found within the attached report.
RECOMMENDATION
Grant, subject to the following conditions, viz:-
That the development hereby permitted shall be started within five years of the date of this permission.
Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.
That before the development starts a certificate, from a recognised firm of chartered engineers, shall be submitted to the Planning Authority confirming the mineral stability of the site and this certificate shall be based on a professionally supervised and regulated programme.
Reason: To ensure the mineral stability of the area.
(3) That before the school comes into use, or works are completed, the 1.8 metre high steel palisade fencing as shown on approved plans shall be erected to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority.
Reason: In the interests of the amenity of the area and the security of the school.
(4) That before development starts, full details and/or samples of the facing materials to be used on all external walls and roofs shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Authority.
Reason: These details have not been submitted.
That notwithstanding the generality of condition (4) above, the roof tiles shall be of a dark colour.
Reason: In the interests of the visual amenity of the area.
That before development starts, a scheme of landscaping shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Authority and it shall include:-
(a) details of any earth moulding and hard landscaping, grass seeding and turfing;
(b) a scheme of tree and shrub planting, incorporating details of the number, variety and size of trees and shrubs to be planted;
(c) an indication of all existing trees and hedgerows, plus details of those to be retained, and measures for their protection in the course of development, and
(d) details of the phasing of these works. Reason: In the interests of the visual amenity of the area.
(7) That notwithstanding the generality of condition (6) above, the area shaded YELLOW on approved plans shall be the basis of densely planted landscaping scheme.
Reason: In the interests of the visual amenity of the area.
(8) That prior to the completion of the development hereby permitted, all planting, seeding, turfing and earth moulding included in the scheme of landscaping and planting, approved under the terms of condition (6) above, shall be completed; and any trees, shrubs or areas of grass which die, are removed, damaged, or become diseased, within 5 years of the completion of the development, shall be replaced in the next planting season with others of a similar size and species.
Reason: In the interests of amenity.
(9) That before construction works commence on site, the following details shall be submitted to the Planning Authority for its approval:-
0 (a) The means of re-routing the culvert which currently runs under the site of the proposed access road.
(b) Details of any necessary field drains within the application site.
Reason: To ensure the proper drainage of the site.
(1 0) That no construction work shall take place on Sundays without the prior written approval of the Director of Planning,
Reason: In the interests of amenity.
(1 1) That a visibility splay of 4.5 metres by 120 metres, measured from the road channel, shall be provided on both sides of the vehicular access and before the development hereby permitted is completed, or brought into use, everything exceeding 1.05 metres in height above the road channel level shall be removed from the sight line areas and, thereafter, nothing exceeding 1.05 metres in height above road channel level shall be planted, placed, erected, or allowed to grow, within these sight line areas.
Reason: In the interests of public safety.
(12) That before the development hereby permitted is completed, or brought into use, a 2 metre wide footway shall be constructed within the area hatched ORANGE on the approved plans, in accordance with the specifications of the Roads Authority and as described in the Roads Guidelines published by the said Roads Authority.
Reason: In the interests of public safety.
(1 3) That before the development hereby permitted is completed, or brought into use, the new vehicular access shall be constructed with 10.5 metres radius kerbs and 5.5 metres wide road.
Reason: In the interests of public safety. (14) That before any construction works commence on site, revised details of the access road shall be submitted to the Planning Authority and this shall include the following:-
(a) Bus turning facility to be increased to 26 metre diameter.
(b) Parent parking area to be increased in length to facilitate a greater number of bays, the number of which to be agreed in advance.
(c) A scheme of guardrails to include ones sited at the footway adjacent to the junction with West Main Street and at the pedestrian access at Albert Road.
Reason: In the interests of road safety.
NOTES
(1) This application was advertised in terms of the Town and Country Planning (Development Contrary to Development Plans) (Scotland) (No. 2) Direction 1994. Six representations were received.
(2) If granted, this application will require to be referred to the Secretary of State for Scotland in accordance with Regulation 6 of the Development by Planning Authorities Regulations 1981.
(3) Before the start of any works affecting the public road the developer must obtain, from North Lanarkshire Council’s Divisional Manager (South) a Road Opening Permit, granted under the terms of S56 of the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984.
(4) The applicant should contact The West Of Scotland Water Authority, Clyde East District, Melford Road, Righead Industrial Estate, Bellshill ML4 3JU so that details of the drainage layout may be approved and the necessary consents obtained in terms of the Sewerage (Scotland) Act 1968.
(5) Mining has taken place beneath this site at shallow depths and The Coal Authority consider it would be inadvisable to develop the land without seeking appropriate technical advice. If you want to do site investigations or treat any shafts, adits or shallow mineworkings you must contact:- Mr. G. Offen, Head of Mining Reports, The Coal Authority, Mining Reports Office, Ashby Road, Stanhope Bretby, Button-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE 15 OQD (Tel: 01 283 550606). List of Background Papers
Application Form and Accompanying Plans, including Amended Plans of 1 2/6/96 Planning Application 95/00779/FUL Northern and Southern Area Part Development Plan Draft Motherwell District Council Feasibility File No 257 (Relocation of Benhar/Harthill Primary Schools) Letter from SRC Physical Planning dated 15/1/96 Letter from the Coal Authority dated 15/1/96 Letter from the Forth River Purification Board dated 5/1/96 Letter from Mr R. Galloway dated 26/12/95 and 2/5/96 Letter from Mr D. Longmuir dated 15/1/96 and 8/5/96 Letters from Harthill Pentecoastal Church dated 29/12/95 and 22/2/96 and 8/5/95 Letters from Councillor Cefferty dated 17/1/96 and 15/5/96 Letters from I. Boota dated 15/5/96 Letter from L. Robertson dated 4/6/96
0 Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Motherwell 25 132 1 Ext. 246 and ask for Mr Kellock. APPLICATION REPORT S/96/00219/NID
REPORT
1 .O DESCRIPTION OF SITE AND PROPOSAL
1.1 The bulk of this application site is taken up by agricultural grazing land belonging to the nearby Paxtane Farm. The site is on the southern side of West Main Street, to the rear of houses on that street, and is between Harthill Bing to the west, council built housing to the east and fields to the south. The remaining part of the site, the area to be used as the vehicular access, is made up of a BMX track and part of an old railway cutting.
1.2 The site extends to 3.0 Ha and dopes down from the south to north.
1.3 This application relates to the erection of a purpose built single storey primary school building with ancillary vehicular access and parking and play grounds on the southern side of the school. The entire site would be surrounded by 1.8 metre high steel pallislade fencing. Access would be taken over the existing 'BMX' track on West Main Street and will necessitate the closure of the lane leading to Paxtane farm, with farm vehicles sharing the new access road.
1.4 This proposal will result in the closure of Benhar Primary School, Eastfield and Harthill Primary School.
2.0 PLANNING HISTORY
2.1 The planning background to this matter goes back to 1992 when Strathclyde Regional Council sought the assistance of Motherwell District Council in the search for a suitable site for a replacement primary school for Harthill and Eastfield. The main criteria in this search were size {minimum of 2.25 Ha) and location (it should serve the communities of Harthill and Eastfield). The only site which met these criteria adequately was the one which is now under consideration.
2.2 Further consideration of the site demonstrated that technically, the site appeared to be capable of accommodating a primary school building. Options for vehicular access at that time included taking a new road through the car park at 'Scotmid' as well as the chosen alternative ie over the BMX track.
2.3 Strathclyde Regional Council Education Committee then agreed to proceed with the proposal for a new school on this site, a decision which was taken following its own public consultation procedure on this matter.
2.4 A planning application was then submitted in December 1995 (Ref. no. 95/00799/FUL) but Motherwell District Council was unable to come to a decision before Local Government reorganisation on 1st April 1996. A consequence of this was that the application had to be withdrawn for procedural reasons, as the new North Lanarkshire Couricil would have been unable to consider an application from its own Education Department without the necessary 'Notice of Intention to Develop' procedures being carried out. The application was therefore withdrawn and a fresh one submitted under the necessary "ID' regulations. 3.0 DEVELOPMENT PLAN
3.1 Whilst the site is zoned for agriculture within the 1967 Northern and Southern Areas Development Plan, the more recent Draft Motherwell District Local Plan of 1995 has allocated the site for a new primary school.
3.2 The existing school sites at Harthill and Eastfield are covered by policy IMP2 which seeks to maximise the development potential of these sites once vacant.
4.0 CONSULTATIONS
4.1 The consultation exercise was carried out with the original planning application, and it was felt that a repeat of this exercise as part of the fresh application was not necessary. The comments made are summarised as follows:-
SRC Water Services - No objections
SRC Roads - No objections subject to a redesign on the access road
The Coal Authority - No shallow workings in the area, but further investigations are advisable
Forth River Purification Board - No objections subject to surface water being connected to foul sewer
5.0 REP R ES E N TAT10 N S
5. 1 When both applications were received, the proposal was advertised in the local press and the normal neigbour notification procedure was carried out.
5.2 Letters of representation from four people were submitted as part of the original application and these were carried over into the current application. Letters from two other people were submitted in relation to the second application. A summary of the comments and my responses are as follows:-
Comments of Cllr Cefferty:
1. The footpath link with Eastfield should be served with adequate streetlighting.
Response: Due to problems of land ownership, this footpath was deleted during consideration of the first planning application.
2. West Main Street is subject to heavy traffic, and adequate guardrails should be provided on that street.
Response: A condition to the consent will require guardrails at suitable locations.
3. There is a lack of properly partitioned rooms within the school. Response: Matters relating to the internal layout of the school are not planning considerations and are the responsibility of the Director of Education.
Comments of Rev. John Watt of Harthill Pentecostal Church:
1. There is a need for a public meeting to discuss the matter in more detail.
Response: This request will be put to the Planning Committee, although the relevant staff of the Planning and Development Department are available to explain the proposal to any interested parties.
2. What is to become of the existing farm access adjacent to the church?
Response: Revised plans now show the lane to be closed off to all vehicular and pedestrian traffic other than for rear access to the church.
3. Noise, disturbance and safety concerns relating to construction works and traffic is a concern. Perhaps construction traffic could use Cunningham Drive instead.
Response: Construction works can be restricted on Sundays. Otherwise, noise and disturbance is something which has to be tolerated when something of this nature is constructed. I do not intend controlling works traffic as part of this consent but I am sure that Cunning ham Drive, a densely populated residential area quite remote from the site would be inappropriate.
4. In general, the proposal is supported by the congregation, and it is only several matters of detail which are of concern.
Response: Comment noted.
Comments from residents adjoining the site.
1. The school will result in the reduction in property value of nearby properties.
Response: This in itself is not a planning consideration.
2. Adjoining gardens will be used as a shortcut and a rubbish tip by pupils.
Response: The site will be enclosed by sturdy 1.8 metre high palisade fencing and all play areas have now been relocated away from adjoining garden grounds.
3. The proposal should take account of recent flooding problems in the area.
Response: A culvert under the site of the access road, which has been the subject of a collapse and hence the cause of flooding in the past, is to be replaced and relocated. A suitable field drainage scheme can also be incorporated if required.
4. The school is likely to be the subject of noise and disturbance from pupils. Response: It is inevitable that certain degree of noise and disturbance will be experienced by residents. However, the school, and its play grounds are a reasonable distance from nearby properties and 1 do not consider this to be a serious problem.
5. Finally, an objector from Hirst Road has questioned the need for a new school building, given the quality of education from the existing school and in the light of cuts in education expenditure.
Response: These points are not planning considerations, and are for North Lanarkshire Council as an Education Authority to consider.
6.0 THE CULLEN INQUIRY
6.1 As members will no doubt be aware, Lord Cullen is currently preparing a report on the findings of a wide ranging inquiry on the incident at Dunblane Primary School. Many of his conclusions will have a direct bearing on the design and layout of primary schools in the future. However, many of the lessons of Dunblane have already been taken.into account in this proposal through the Security Audit which is being compiled by the Director of Construction Services. In particular, the school will incorporate CCTV and the pedestrian gate at Albert Road will be locked outwith peak times. This audit can be properly concluded once Lord Cullen puts forward his recommendations and any necessary changes can be incorporated into the proposed development.
7.0 PLANNING ASSESSMENT AND CONCLUSIONS
7.1 The proposal is in accordance with the aims of the relevant policies of the Draft Motherwell District Local Plan, and I have no objections to the principle of the proposed development. I am certain that this development will allow for a significant improvement to the education facilities in both Harthill and Eastfield and the site is capable of serving both communities in terms of accessibility.
7.2 One concern will remain the impact of the necessary school closures on the visual amenity of the surrounding areas. Such a problem will not arise should suitable afteruses be found, however, this matter will be examined in more detail as the likely closure dates of the schools are reached. This issue is still some way off given the likely start date for the new school being 1997/98 at the earliest.
7.3 I am quite satisfied that the matters, of detail raised within the letters of representation have been adequately dealt with, and many of the points have either been covered by suitable planning conditions or revised plans.
7.4 The design, layout and apperance if the school are all considered acceptable and in visual terms, and the completed development should be acceptable.
7.5 To conclude, therefore, this proposal is considered acceptable in terms of its location and its relationship with its surroundings. I welcome this significant investment in the Harthill/Eastfield area and I recommend that planning provision be approved. It should be noted that in instances such as this, where the Council wishes to approve its own planning application where letters of objection have been received, the application cannot be approved until the Secretary of State has had the opportunity of ’calling-in’ the matter for his own consideration. Following the Committee’s decision the formal reference procedure with the Scottish Office will be carried out. Applicm-on No. S/96/00223/0UT Date registered 29 April 1996 APPLICANT MRS M JOHNSON Agent T. Whitelaw DEVELOPMENT PRO PO8 E D DW E L LI NG H0 US E AN D H0 RTI CU LTU R4L BUILDINGS LOCUS 1 CATHBURN ROAD, MORNINGSIDE
Estimcrteed Cost Ward No. 16 Grid Reference
File Reference CP/JM/3/44(36)
Site History 1) Planning consent granted for erection of stable block 1990 (Ref no.326/80) 2) Outline planning consent granted for erection of dwelling house and horticultural buildings at no. 1 Cathburn Holdings 3 1/8/90 (Ref no. 17/90) 3) Full planning consent granted for erection of dwelling house and horticultural buildings at 1 Cathburn Holdings on 14/10/93 (Ref no. 17/90A)
Development Plan Greenbelt
Article 18 required
CONS ULTATlON S
Objec5on No Objection The Coal Authority
Conditions West of Scotland Water Scottish E nviro nm enta I Protection Agency No Reply
REPRESENTAllONS
Neig hboun Section 23
COMMENTS This outline application relates to the erection of a single dwellinghouse within the grounds of an existing dwellinghouse, at Cathburn holdings in Morningside. The proposals also include the erection of a greenhouse and a growing tunnel, which the applicant intends to use for their proposed horticultural business. The applicant has previously been granted outline and detailed planning consent for this proposal, but the plans were not implemented and the consent has now expired. The application site lies within the Greenbelt and access is via a poorly surfaced private road.
RECOMMENDATION
Grant, subject to the following conditions, viz:-
That the development hereby permitted shall be started, either within five years of the date of this permission, or within two years of the date on which the last of the reserved matters are approved, whichever is the later.
Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.
That before development starts a written application and plans, in respect of the following reserved matters, shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Authority:-
the siting, design and external appearance of all buildings and other structures;
the means of access to the site;
the layout of the site, including the vehicular manoevring and parking areas;
the details of, timetable for, the SG~? landscaping of the site;
the design and location of all boundary walls and fences;
the provision of drainage works, and
the disposal of sewage.
Reason: The approval is in principle only.
That within three years of the date of this permission, an application for approval of the reserved matters, specified in condition (2) above, shall be made to the Planning Authority.
Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.
That prior to the occupation of the buildings hereby permitted, all planting, seeding, turfing and earth moulding included in the scheme of landscaping and planting, approved under the terms of condition (3) above, shall be completed, and any trees, shrubs, or areas of grass which die, are removed, damaged, or become diseased, within 2 years of the completion of the development, shall be replaced in the next planting season with others of a similar size and species.
Reason: In the interests of amenity.
That prior to the occupation of the buildings hereby permitted, all planting, seeding, turfing and earth moulding included in the scheme of landscaping and planting, approved under the terms of condition (4) above, shall be completed, and any trees, shrubs, or areas of grass which die, are removed, damaged, or become diseased, within 2 years of the completion of the development, shall be replaced in the next planting season with others of a similar size and species. Reason: In the interests of amenity.
That no permanent dwellinghouse shall be constructed at the application site, until the horticultural operations hereby granted consent in outline, have been established for a minimum period of two years, to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority.
Reason: In order to allow the Planning Authority sufficient time to monitor the proposed horticultural activities and to determine whether the proposal justifies the establishment of a permanent dwellinghouse on site.
That details relating to the siting, dimensions and external appearance of any temporary,mobile home to be installed at the site, shall be submitted to and approved by the Planning Authority, prior, to the installation of any such structure on site.
Reason: In the interests of visual amenity.
That notwithstanding the requirements of condition '2' above, the proposed dwellinghouse shall not exceed a single storey in height.
Reason: In the interests of visual amenity.
That 2 parking spaces shall be provided within the curtilage of the plot and outwith the adjacent private road.
Reason: To ensure the provision of adequate parking facilities within the site.
That before the dwellinghouse hereby permitted is occupied 2 car parking spaces shall be provided within the curtilage of the plot and outwith the public road or footway.
Reason: To ensure the provision of adequate parking facilities within the site.
That a visibility splay of 2.5 metres by 90 metres, measured from the road channel, shall be provided on both sides of the vehicular access and before the development hereby permitted is completed, or brought into use, everything exceeding 1.05 metres in height above the road channel level shall be removed from the sight line areas and, thereafter, nothing exceeding 1.05 metres in height above road channel level shall be planted, placed, erected, or allowed to grow, within these sight line areas.
Reason: In the interests of public safety.
NOTES
( 1 ) The arrangements for the disposal of foul drainage from the proposed development must be approved by the Scottish Environmental Protection Agency(C1yde or Firth). List of Background Papers
Application form and plans dated 29/4/96 Letter from Scottish Agricultural College dated 28/6/96 Finalised Wishaw Local Plan Letter from Coal Authority dated 28/5/96 Letter from West of Scotland Water dated 28/5/96 Letter from Scottish Environmental Protection Agency dated 30/5/96
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Motherwell 25 1321 Ext. 261 and ask for Mrs Parkes. A P PLICAT1 0 N N 0.Si9 6/00 223/F U L
REPORT
1 .o SITE AND PROPOSAL
1.1 This outline application relates to the erection of a dwellinghouse and outbuildings at this 22 by 24 metre plot of land on the North West side of Cathburn Road, to the West of the village of Morningside, Newmains.
1.2 Cathburn Road is an unlit, private road serving various, former Ministry of Agriculture small holdings.
1.3 The site forms part of the 25 acres small holding of Woodside Farm, Mill Road, Morningside, although it is isolated from the productive part of the small holding and steading .
2.0 SITE HISTORY
2.1 Part of the site was landscaped as part of a former Scottish Development Agency environmental improvement scheme in the mid 1980’s. The site lies adjacent to a recently constructed bungalow, at no. 3 Cathburn Road, which was granted full planning consent in 1994.
Planning permission for a stable on the site was granted in 1980, but was not implemented. Outline planning permission for the erection of a dwellinghouse and horticultural buildings at no. 1 Cathburn Holdings was granted on 3 1 st August 1990. Full planning consent for the erection of a dwellinghouse and horticultural buildings was granted on 14th October 1993.
3.0 CON S U LTATl 0 N S
3.1 West of Scotland Water reports that a water supply can be made available to serve the proposed dwelling. There are no public sewers within the vicinity of the site and the provision of septic tank facilities will require the consent of the Scottish Environment Protection Agency. The Scottish Environment Protection Agency comments that it has no objections to the proposal, providing that the septic tank and total soakaway are designed and constructed in accordance with the relevant regulations.
4.0 PLANNING OBSERVATIONS
4.1 The application site lies within the Greenbelt as identified in the Finalised Wishaw Local Plan and in the Consultative Draft of the Motherwell District Local Plan.
4,2 Outline and Detailed planning consent was granted for an identical proposal at this site in 1990 and 1993, respectively. These permissions have now expired, however, and the current application must be considered on its own merits. The main concerns relating to this application include traffic matters and Greenbelt policies.
4.3 From a Road Safety point of view, I consider that an additional dwellinghouse at this location should not significantly increase the volume of traffic on this private road and that it would not therefore be justifiable to refuse planning permission on these grounds. 4.4 The application site lies within the Greenbelt, where there is a presumption against residential development, unless it can be demonstrated that it is required for agriculture, or other appropriate rural uses. The applicant has provided brief details of horticultural buildings, including a greenhouse and wind tunnel to be installed and used in connection with his proposed horticultural business. A letter has also been submitted by the applicant from the Scottish Agricultural College, advising that the proposed horticultural business should be feasible, providing market outlets can be obtained and quality plants produced. There appears, therefore, to be some agricultural justification for the provision of a dwellinghouse at this location in the Greenbelt. On the basis of the information provided however, it is difficult to establish whether the proposal amounts to a viable long term economic proposition, meriting the provision of an associated dwellinghouse. I consider therefore, that the only means of establishing whether the horticultural activities would develop into a viable, long term business operation, justiFying the provision of an adjoining dwellinghouse, is to grant temporary consent for a period of two years. During this period no permanent dwellinghouse would be permitted at the site, but the applicant could reside in a mobile home. At the end of this two year period, the applicant could then apply to construct a permanent dwellinghouse at the site, on the basis of the evidence provided from the established horticultural business.
5.0 CONCLUSION
5.1 On the basis of the above observations, I therefore consider that outline planning consent should be granted, for the proposed horticultural buildings. It is considered, however, that planning permission should not be granted for the proposed dwellinghouse, until the horticultural business has been established for a minimum period of two years. Application No. S/96/002251F UL Date registered 16 May 1996 APPLICANT GORDON McDONALD, 440 CALEDONIAN ROAD, WISHAW ML2 OJA Agent MacFarlane and CO, 48 main Street, Wishaw DEVELOPMENT CHANGE OF USE TO SITE FOR HIRE OF COMMERCIAL VANS LOCUS 440 CALEDONIAN ROAD, WISHAW
Estimated Cost Ward No. 14 Grid Reference
File Reference
Site History Planning consent granted for the erection of a dwellinghouse and garagelstore in 1989. Planning consent refused for change of use to storage area for vehicle components, in 1992. Planning permission granted, on appeal, for use as storage area for vehicle components for a temporary period, in 1993. Permission refused, for change of use of commercial vehicle park to storage area for vehicle components, 21 st June, 1994. Enforcement notice served on site, 6th September, 1994. Both appeals dismissed by Secretary of State, 6th June, 1995. Appeal loged by applicant against the Secretary of State's decision Court of Session, 25th July, 1995. Appeal presently being considered.
Development Plan Zoned for mixed land use on finalised Wishaw Local Plan. Area of no change on Motherwell District Local Plan (Consultation Draft) Article 18 required No
CONSULTATIONS
Objedon No Objection Conditions Environmental Services No Reply
REPRESENTATIONS
Neighbours Section 23 No objections
COMMENTS This application seeks planning consent for a change of use from commercial vehicle park to hire of commercial vans at 440 Caledonian Road, Wishaw. The site is presently being used as a storage area for vehicle components. Planning consent was granted for a temporary period for this use in 1993. Planning consent to renew this consent however, was refused and an enforcement notice was served in 1994. The applicant appealed to the Secretary of State against these notices and both appeals Factory were dismissed in June last year. The applicant has lodged an appeal against this decision to the Court of Session and this is presently being considered. This application was advertised in terms of Section 23 of the Town and Country (Scotland) Act 1972 and no objections were received. Environmental Services had no objections, subject to it’s compliance with the relevant legislation. Discussions with the agent led to the plans being amended to ensure proper parking provision and access to the site. The proposal can now meet all the requirements relating to parking, manoeuvring and access. The site has a complex planning history and I feel the proposal would resolve its current planning status. The proposed development would at50 be a considerable improvement to the present use of the site. The existing use of the site as a storage area for vehicle components is detrimental to the amenity of the area. I consider the proposed use to be acceptable and one which would be more suitable to an area of mixed land use. I therefore, recommend that planning consent is granted. e RECOMMENDATION
Grant, subject to the following conditions, viz:-
(1 ) That the development hereby permitted shall be started within five years of the date of this permission.
Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.
(2) That before the development hereby permitted is completed, or brought into use, all the parking and manoeuvring areas shown on the approved plans, shall be levelled, properly drained, surfaced in a material which the Planning Authority has approved in writing before the start of surfacing work and clearly marked out, and shall, thereafter, be maintained as parking and manoeuvring areas.
Reason: To ensure the provision of adequate parking facilities within the site.
(3) Notwithstanding the terms of condition (2) the four visitor parking spaces and two dwellinghouse parking spaces shall be clearly marked out and shall, thereafter, be maintained,
Reason: In the interests of public safety.
(4) That the permission hereby granted shall relate to the use of the yard solely for the hire of commercial vans.
Reason: To define the permission.
(5) That before the development commences all vehicle components, signs, storage containers, tools and materials associated with the sale of vehicle component parts shall be removed form the yard. Reason: In order that the use of the yard hereby granted remains compatible with the character of the surrounding area, and that no activities take place which might be detrimental to the amenity thereof.
NOTES:
(1) This application was advertised in terms of Section 23 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972. No objections were received.
(2) Environmental Services have no objections to the development subject to its compliance with the relevant legislation, in particular the noise level, which will be required to be such that it does not become a nuisance to the inhabitants of the area in terms of the Environmental Protection Act, 1990.
List of Background Papers
Application form and accompanying plans submitted 16th May, 1996. Letter from agent and amended plans dated 3rd July, 1996. Memo from Environmental Services dated 1 1th June 1996. Finalised Wishaw Local Plan. (Consultative Draft) Motherwell District Local Plan.
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Motherwell 25 132 1 Ext. 261 and ask for Miss McKillop. Application No. S/9 6/0 0 229/0 UT Date registered 26 April 1996 APPLICANT MANORMOUNT LIMITED C/O HENRY LAX LIMITED, MARGARET HOUSE, 2 DEVONSHIRE CRESCENT, LEEDS Agent James Barr & Son, 2 13 St Vincent Street, Glasgow DEVELOPMENT ERECTION OF 2,790 M2 BINGO UNIT, FORMATION OF ADDITIONAL CAR PARKING AND NEW ACCESS AND ASSOCIATED LANDSCAPING WORKS LOCUS CALEDONINAN RETAIL CENTRE, NEW ASHTREE STREET, WISHAW
Ward No. 6 Grid Reference
File Reference LB/JM/l 1/15( 160)
Site History September 1984 permission granted for an industrial and retail warehouse park. (Ref 232/84). December 1987 permission granted for a change of use of one unit from warehouse/storage to retail warehouse . (Ref 381/87). February 1989 permission granted for the subdivision of building to form eight retail warehouse units with alteration to external elevations. (Ref 538/88). November 1989 permission granted for exterior alterations to building, car park and landscaping. (Ref 360/89). July 1995, permission granted for erection of canopy over existing building complex (Ref 132/95). March 1996 outline planning permission granted, subject to a Section 50 agreement being signed to cover roadworks, for the erection of a 2,790 m2 retail unit, formation of additional car parking and new access and associated landscape works. (Ref 1 60/95). July 1996 planning permission granted for non compliance with condition prohibiting the sale of pet food (Ref 96/00227/AMEND).
0 Development Plan Unzoned on Consultative Draft Motherwell District Local Plan
Article 18 required No
CONSULTATIONS
Objection No Object'on Director of Environmental Services
Conditions No Reply
REPR ESE N TATI 0N S
Neighbours None Sedion 23 None ERECTION OF 2.790 SO M BINGO UNIT FORMATION OF ADDITIONAL CAR PARKING AN0 ASSOCIATED LANDSCAPING WORKS AT THE CALEDONIAN RETAIL CENTRE, NEW ASHTREE STREET, COMMENTS This application seeks to erect a bingo unit on land to the north east of the existing units at the Caledonian Retail Park in Craigneuk. Also proposed is an increase in the number of car parking spaces associated with the development and the construction of a new customer access from Glasgow Road. This entails the formation of a new roundabout and the relocation of the bus bay. These proposals are identical to those which have already been approved for a new retail unit on the site. There have been no objections to the proposal and in land use terms the introduction of a leisure use into the retail park is acceptable. I therefore, recommend that planning permission is granted.
RECOMMENDATION
Grant, subject to the following conditions, viz:-
( 1 ) That before development starts a written application and plans, in respect of the following 0 reserved matters, shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Authority:- (a) the siting, design and external appearance of all buildings and other structures;
(b) the means of access to the site incorporating access road, roundabout, bus bay and pedestrian crossing point;
(c) the layout of the site, including all roads, footways, and parking areas;
(d) the provision of equipped play areas;
(e) the details of, and timetable for, the hard and soft landscaping of the site;
(f) the design and location of all boundary walls and fences;
Reason: The approval is in principle only.
(2) That the development hereby permitted shall be started, either within five years of the 0 date of this permission, or within two years of the date on which the last of the reserved matters are approved, whichever is the later.
Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.
(3) That within three years of the date of this permission, an application for approval of the reserved matters, specified in condition (1) above, shall be made to the Planning Authority.
Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.
(4) That before the development starts a certificate, from a recognised firm of chartered engineers, shall be submitted to the Planning Authority confirming the mineral stability of the site and this certificate shall be based on a professionally supervised and regulated boring programme. Reason: To ensure the mineral stability of the area.
(5) That the details of the access, landscaping and car parking shown on the approved plans shall be taken to be merely indicative of the applicant’s intentions and that no consent is hereby granted in respect of any such detail.
Reason: To define the permission.
(6) That, notwithstanding the generalities of condition (1 ) above, the application for reserved matters shall be accompanied by a revised TIA, only containing a Projected Pedestrian Flow Survey and a Projected PV2, Survey which specifies the works required to accommodate the increased pedestrian traffic which the proposed development will generate.
Reason: These details have not been submitted.
(7) That, for the avoidance of doubt, prior to the development hereby permitted being completed or brought into use all of the works required under the terms of condition (6) e above, shall be completed to the satisfaction of the planning authority. Reason: In the interest of public safety.
NOTES
(1) This application was advertised in terms of Section 23 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972. No objections were received.
(2) Before the start of any works affecting the public road the developer must obtain, from North Lanarkshire Council’s Divisional Manager (South) a Road Opening Permit, granted under the terms of S56 of the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984.
(3) This development will require a licence, under the terms of the Civic Government (Scotland) Act 1984 and application should be made to the Head of Legal Services North Lanarkshire Council, Civic Centre, Motherwell.
List of Background Papers
Application Forms and Plans Traffic Impact Assessment Consultative Draft Motherwell District Local Plan Memo from Director of Environmental Services dated 6 June 1996
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Motherwell 2661 66 Ext. 260 and ask for Mrs Bowden. Application No. S/96/00230/F U L Date registered 17 May 1996 APPLICANT ALAN BAILLIE, 9 SKYE QUADRANT, WISHAW Agent - DEVELOPMENT CHANGE OF USE FROM PUBLIC OPEN SPACE TO PRIVATE GARDEN GROUND LOCUS 9 SKYE QUADRANT, WISHAW
Estimated Cost Ward No. 9 Grid Reference
File Reference LB/KW/3/73(257)
Site History
Development Plan Zoned Established Housing Area on Finalised Wishaw local Plan and Unzoned on Consultative Draft Motherwell District Local Plan Article 18 required No
CONS ULTATl0 N S
0b jed.0 n No Objection NLC Head of Parks and Amenity Conditions No Reply
REPRESENTATIONS
Neighbours Section 23
COMMENTS This application relates to an area of public open space which the applicant and his neighbour at 12 Skye Quadrant wish to incorporate into their rear gardens. The application site covers an area of approximately 192 square meters and it is presently grassed and forms part of a large area of grassed public open space. I do not consider that the removal of this area of ground from public use will have any adverse impact upon the amenity of the area. The effect upon the applicant and his neighbour will be to give them larger, more regular shaped rear gardens.
RECOMMENDATION
Grant, subject to the following conditions, viz:-
(1) That the development hereby permitted shall be started within five years of the date of this permission.
Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.
(2) That before the development hereby permitted is brought into use a 1.8 metre high close boarded, timber screen fence shall be erected along the boundary marked GREEN on the approved plans.
Reason: In the interests of the amenity of the area.
List of Background Papers
Planning application forms and plans. Letter from Wimpey Homes Holdings Ltd dated 10/10/95. 0 Finalised Wishaw Local Plan. Consultative Draft Motherwell District Local Plan. Memo from Head of Parks and Amenity dated 19/6/96.
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Motherwell 251 321 Ext. 260 and ask for L Bowden. Application No. S/9 6/0 026 3/ F UL Date registered 17 May 1996 APPLICANT BERNARD BROGAN LTD, NETHAN STREET, MOTHERWELL Agent Riach Partnership, 127 Fergus Drive, Motherwell DEVELOPMENT CHANGE OF USE FROM VACANT SITE TO OVERNIGHT PARKING LOT AND EXTENSION TO EXISTING HARDSTANDING OPERATIONS LOCUS NETHAN STREET, MOTHERWELL
Ward No. 3 Grid Reference
File Reference LB/JM/13/14( 156)
Site History Planning permission (ref. no. 95/00788/AMEND) granted in May 1996 for provision of 4 no. new fuel storage tanks within bund wall and new landscaped area to screen tanks. Planning permission (ref. no, 95/0054O/FUL) granted in November 1995 for erection of new fencing and regrading of land forming ve hicle hardsta nding. Planning permission (ref. no, 184/95) granted in July 1995 for 4 new fuel storage tanks and associated landscaping. Planning permission (ref. no, 485/9 1) granted in January 1992 to extend yard and provide new access. Planning permission (ref. no. 181/78) granted in June 1978 for alteration to stores building and erection of oil tank. Planning permission (ref. no. 4 134) granted in December 1974 for extension to office premises. Planning permission (ref. no. 3726) granted in October 1972 for erection of oil storage tanks. Planning permission (ref. no. 3221) granted in September 1969 for erection of lubrication bay. Planning permission (ref. no. 2969) granted in January 1968 for * extension to office. Development Plan Zoned as an area of no change on the Consultative Draft Motherwell District Local Plan
Article 18 required No
CONSULTATIONS
Objedon No Objection British Gas Scottish Power West of Scotland Water (Sewerage) Conditions Director of Environmental Services No Reply British Telecom West of Scotland Water
REPR ES E NTAn0 N S
Neighbours Five letters of objection Section 23
COMMENTS This application seeks consent to use a vacant site on the south eastern boundary of the existing yard. The site is raised up from the existing operation and covers and area of 0.6 ha. The site is bounded to its east and west by housing and there have been a number of objections to this proposal from neighbouring residents. The reasons for objection are discussed in the accompanying report. I consider that the objections can be dealt with by the imposition of conditions requiring landscaping and surfacing and restricting the operating hours.
RECOMMENDATION
Grant, subject to the following conditions, viz:-
(1 ) That the development hereby permitted shall be started within five years of the date of this permission.
Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.
(2) That within 3 months of the date of this permission, a scheme of landscaping, for the area hatched GREEN on the approved plans, shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Authority and it shall include:-
(a) a scheme of tree and shrub planting, incorporating details of the number, variety and size of trees and shrubs to be planted;
(b) details of the phasing of these works.
Reason: In the interests of the visual amenity of the area.
(3) That prior to the completion of the development hereby permitted, all planting, seeding, turfing and earth moulding included in the scheme of landscaping and planting, approved under the terms of condition (2) above, shall be completed; and any trees, shrubs or areas of grass which die, are removed, damaged, or become diseased, within 2 years of the completion of the development, shall be replaced in the next planting season with others of a similar size and species.
Reason: In the interests of amenity.
(4) That before development starts, details of the surface finishes to all parking and manoeuvring areas shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Authority.
Reason: These details have not been submitted. (5) That operations on the site, for which planning permission is hereby granted, shall take place only between the hours of 8am and 6 pm Monday to Friday and 8am and 1 pm on Saturday.
Reason: In the interests of amenity.
NOTES:
(1) Consultation was carried out in terms of Article 9( 1 ) of the Town and Country Planning (General Development Procedure) (Scotland) Order 1 992. 5 objections were received.
(2) The applicant should contact The West Of Scotland Water Authority, Clyde East District, Melford Road, Righead Industrial Estate, Bellshill ML4 3JU so that details of the drainage layout may be approved and the necessary consents obtained in terms of the Sewerage (Scotland) Act 1968. 0 List of Background Papers
Application Forms and Plans Letter from The Riach Partnership dated 13/5/96 Consultative Draft Motherwell District Local Plan Memo from Director of Environmental Services dated 1 1 /6/96 Letter from West of Scotland Water (Sewerage) dated 27/6/96 Letter from Scottish Power Letter from British Gas dated 4/6/96 Letters from C Findlay dated 1 1/3/96 and 17/5/96 Letter from A Rodger dated 16/5/96 Letter from W Logue undated Letter from Mr & Mrs Morris dated 23/5/96
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Motherwell 251 321 a Ext. 260 and ask for Mrs Bowden. PIANNING APPLICATION NO. 96/00263/FUL
REPORT
1 .o SITE AND PROPOSAL
1.1 This application refers to an area of land covering 0.6 hectares to the south east of the applicants existing premises at Nethan Street, Motherwell. The site is raised slightly from the existing site and is bounded on the east and west by residential properties and to the south by another industrial use. The land has been used in the past for the storage of skips and waste materials.
1.2 The proposal is to use the application site as an extension to the hard standing operations which presently take place on other areas of the depot and to allow overnight parking of vehicles. In particular, the vehicles of a cable company and a landscape contractor are to be parked on the site. One portacabin is to be sited in the northeast corner of the site.
CON SU LTATlON S
2.1 British Gas, Scottish Power and West of Scotland Water (Sewerage) have no objections to the proposal.
2.2 British Telecom and West of Scotland Water have not replied to my consultations.
2.3 The Director of Environmental Services has no objection provided that no noise nuisance arises from activities on the site.
3.0 OBJECTIONS
3.1 Five letters of objection have been received from residents who stay in Malleable Gardens, on the western boundary of the site. Their reasons for objecting to the proposal are as follows:-
The site has been used for storage and overnight parking since April of this year without planning permission.
The proposal will result in increased noise levels in the mornings and evenings.
Vehicles are stirring up dust causing air pollution.
The yard is unsightly and spoils the view from the adjacent residents houses.
The proposal will cause the value of the neighbouring properties to fall.
The remainder of the complaints relate to the applicants failure to comply with landscaping conditions which were attached to a previous planning permission.
4.0 OB SE RVATlON S
4.1 The applicant was informed that planning permission was required when it came to my attention that the land was being used unlawfully. An application was submitted a short time later to regularise the situation. 4.2 Given the sites location in relation to residential areas, it would not be acceptable to allow the site to be used for parking vehicles overnight without imposing some sort of control over operating hours.
4.3 The area is to be surfaced and this will reduce the problems with dust from the site.
4.4 The site was previously overgrown scrub land and it is likely that the yard will be less attractive, however if properly screened with landscaping its impact will be reduced.
4.5 The effect of the proposal on property values is not a valid planning concern.
4.6 The complaints about the applicants failure to carry out landscaping previously has been raised with the applicant and is being dealt with, however, this is not relevant to the consideration of this application.
CONCLUSION
In planning terms I have no objections to this proposal provided conditions are imposed to reduce the impact upon the neighbouring residents. Considering that there is housing on both sides of the site and objections have only been received from one side it would appear that the impact of the development is lessened by the strip of vegetation along the eastern boundary and by the fact that the rear gardens of the houses on Forgewood Road are longer. I would, therefore, propose to include conditions which require dense landscaping and that a concrete kerb be constructed on site to prevent vehicles coming within 6.5 metres of the residential properties.
5.2 I also propose to restrict the operating times of the yard to reduce the impact upon the neighbouring residents.
5.3 In light of the above, I recommend that planning permission is granted. Application No. S/96/00268/FUL Date registered 20 May 1996 APPLICANT MR & MRS M HOTCHKISS, 700 GLASGOW ROAD, WISHAW Agent DEVELOPMENT PART CHANGE OF USE FROM DWELLINGHOUSE TO HAIR & BEAUTY SALON LOCUS 700 GLASGOW ROAD, WISHAW
Ward No. 6 Grid Reference
File Reference LBIJMI1 111 4(3)
Site History
Development Plan Zoned as an area of no change on Consultative Draft Motherwell 0 District Local Plan Article 18 required No
CON SULTATIONS
0bjection No Objection Director of Environmental Services
Conditions No Reply
REPRESENTATIONS
Neighbours 4 letters of objection and one petition containing 20 signatures Section 23
COMMENTS This application seeks consent for the change of use of one room 10 in a house into a hairdressing and beauty salon. The house is semi-detached and located on the main Motherwell to Wishaw route. A number of objections to the proposal have been received from neighbouring residents and their objections are detailed in the accompanying report. In my opinion this is not a suitable location for the proposed use as it will reduce the residential amenity of the neighbouring residents and may result in on-street parking on a busy road. Therefore, I recommend that permission is refused.
RECOMMENDATION
Refuse, on the following grounds, viz:-
(1) The proposal will introduce a commercial use into a residential area to the detriment of the amenity of the neighbouring residents.
(2) The proposal, if granted, will lead to on-street car parking on a busy distributor road to the detriment of road safety.
NOTES
(1) Consultation was carried out in terms of Article 9( 1) of the Town and Country Planning (General Development Procedure) (Scotland) Order 1 992. Five letters of objections were received, including a petition containing 20 signatures.
List of Background Papers
Application forms and plans Consultative Draft Motherwell District Local Plan Memo from Director of Envrionmental Services dated 2 1 /U96 Letters and petition from Ms Quither dated 22/5/96 and 19/6/96 Letters from Ms Quither dated 10/6/96 Letters from Mrs Slavin dated 12/6/96 Letters from Mrs Martin dated 1 1/6/96
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Motherwell 25 1321 Ext. 260 and ask for Mrs Bowden. PLAN N IN G APPLl CAT10 N N0. S/96/00268/FU L
REPORT
1. SITE AND PROPOSAL
1.1 This application relates to a red sandstone, semi-detached Edwardian house on Glasgow Road in Craigneuk. The proposal involves the conversion of the living room at the front of the house into a hair and beauty salon by providing a toilet, a sink for washing hair, a cutting area and a small room with a treatment bed. Access to the premises is to be through the existing front door.
1.2 The house has as large back garden which has a chipped area which is capable of accommodating 2 vehicles. There is no parking to the front of the house.
1.3 The applicants have indicated that the business will only employ one person and that it is not envisaged that there will be any more than 2 clients on the premises at any given time.
1.4 The application site is located in an area which is unzoned on the Consultative Draft Motherwell District Local Plan. The site is bounded on the north, east and west by housing, to the south on the opposite side of Glasgow Road is public open space.
2. CON S U LTATl0 N S AN D 0 BJ ECTl 0 N S
2.1 The Director of Environmental Services has no observations to make on the application.
2.2 There have been four letters of objection to the proposal and one petition signed by 20 local residents. The reasons for these objections are summarised below:-
There is already a sufficient number of hairdressers shops in the area.
This is not an appropriate use for a semi-detached residential property and there are numerous vacant shop units in the Craigneuk and Wishaw areas which are suited to this type of use.
The proposed development would result in an increase in disruption a loss of privacy for the neighbouring residents and may also be a security risk.
There is concern about the likely impact of the development in terms of an increase in pedestrian and vehicular traffic and on-street parking.
The objectors are concerned that the proposed development may result in advertising and lighting which will affect the residential amenity of the area.
The area is residential in character and if the proposed development were to proceed it would have a detrimental impact upon the amenity of the area.
The proposed development would reduce the value of the surrounding residential properties. (viii) The neighbour notification certificates were served nine days later than the date shown on the planning application form.
3. OBSE RVATl ON S
3.1 Whilst the dates for neighbour notification did not tie up with the date on which the forms were received, the fourteen days stipulated is a minimum time to submit objections and the objectors have not been impeded in making their opinions on the proposal known.
3.2 The residents concerns over the devaluation of their properties is not a planning concern.
3.3 In terms of the traffic issues which have been raised, I share the objectors view that the proposal could lead to on-street parking on a busy distributor road. This would be to the detriment of road safety at this location taking into account its proximity to the Excelsior Street junction. Whilst it may be possible to provide customer parking at the rear of the house, the entrance for the business is to be at the front. This, coupled with the possibility of having to reverse out onto Glasgow Road, will make it more attractive to customers to park on-street.
3.4 The objectors concerns about lighting and advertisements are not relevant in considering this application as these would be likely to require a separate application for planning permission.
3.5 With regard to the objectors comments about loss of privacy and increased disturbance, the level of use is difficult to predict, however, the fact that the applicants wish to carryout extensive works to their home makes it seem likely that they anticipate attracting a significant level of clients to justify these works, There is likely to be a detrimental impact upon the amenity of the neighbouring residents. An increased number of strangers coming into an area is likely to have implications for security also.
4.0 CON CLUS I ON S
4.1 In land use terms I do not consider this to be an appropriate use for a residential area. e There are, as the objectors have indicated, a large number of vacant properties in Craigneuk and Wishaw, within the established shopping areas, which would be suitable for use for this purpose.
4.2 In road safety terms the proposed use is likely to lead to on-street parking to the detriment of public safety.
4.3 In conclusion, it is my opinion that the proposed part change of use would lead to a reduction in the level of residential amenity currently enjoyed by the neighbouring residents and in light of this I recommend that planning permission be refused. Application No. S/96/00272/0UT Date registered 20 May 1996 APPLICANT M K GRAHAM, 14 WISHAW HIGH ROAD, CLELAND Agent lan Keachie, 72 North Orchard Street, Motherwell ML1 3JL DEVELOPMENT ERECTION OF DWELLINGHOUSE LOCUS LAND ADJACENT TO 14 WISHAW HIGH ROAD, CLELAND
Ward No. 19 Grid Reference NS 7993 5773
File Reference CLK/JM/4/25(7)
Site History Three previous applications for single dwellinghouses refused in 1973 (Ref P/73/8 17), 1 986 (Ref 334/86 Outline) and 1993 (Ref 24 1 /92 Outline)
Development Plan Finalised Wishaw Local Plan - Greenbelt Draft Motherwell District Local Plan - see attached report
Article 18 required Yes
CONSULTATIONS
Objection No Objech'on
Conditions No Reply
RE PR ES ENTATI 0 N S
Neighbours None Section 23
0 COMMENTS This application is almost identical to 3 others which have been considered on this site, a11 of which have been the subject of refusals. Since the last application was considered in 1993, circumstances have not changed significantly (other than the site being mistakenly shown outwith the Greenbelt within the Draft Motherwell District Local Plan) and I recommend that this application should also be refused permission. Further details can be found within the attached report.
RECOMME Iq DATlON
Refuse, on the following grounds, viz:- ,
/ ,/ // / Scale PLANNING APPLICATION NO. s / 96 / 00272 / OUT PROPOSED DWELLINGHOUSE TzSI LANO ADJACENT TO '- Date 14 dISHAH HIGH ROAD 08/08/96 CLELONO (1 ) The proposal constitutes an extension of development into an area zoned for Greenbelt purposes and is contrary to Structure and Local Plan Policy.
(2) The proposed development would result in ribbon development along Wishaw High Road and could set a precedent for further development within the Greenbelt at this location.
(3) The applicant has shown no control over land required to achieve sightlines from the proposed access onto Wishaw High Road to the required standard of 2.5 metres x 120 metres and without this provision it is considered that the proposed development would detract from the road safety of the area.
NOTE
(1) This application was advertised in terms of the Town and Country Planning (Development Contrary to Development Plans) (Scotland) (No. 2) Direction 1994. No objections were received.
List of Background Papers
Application Form and Accompanying Plans Planning Applications P/73/8 1 7, 334/86 Outline and 24 1 /92 Outline Finalised Wishaw Local Plan Draft Motherwell District Local Plan
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Motherwell 251 321 Ext. 246 and ask for Mr Kellock. APPLl CAT10 N N0 S/96/00272/0 UT
REPORT
1 .o DESCRIPTION OF SITE AND PROPOSAL
1.1 The application site consists of a disused grassed area of land located adjacent to 14 Wishaw High Road at the southern edge of Cleland. The site is roughly rectangular in shape, and is 29 metres deep with a frontage to Wishaw High Road of 21 metres. To the south, the site is bounded by agricultural land. Adjacent to the roadway, which has a 40 mph speed limit, there is no properly formed footpath between the application site and Sunnyside Road to the north.
1.2 This is an outline application for the erection of single detached dwellinghouse. This would require a new vehicular access point onto Wishaw High Road.
2.0 BACKG ROUN D
0 2.1 This site has been the subject of 3 similar planning applications in 1973, 1986 and 1993. All applications were refused permission, for the reasons that they represented incursions into the Greenbelt; would result in an unfortunate precedent for further development along this stretch of road and because the applicants were unable to exhibit control of the necessary visibility splays. These decisions have not been tested at appeal.
3.0 DEVELOPMENT PLAN
3.1 This site is covered by Policy E 1 of the Finalised Wishaw Local Plan. This states that the area is defined as Greenbelt and there will be a general presumption against new residential development (unless required in relation to agriculture or forestry). Structure Plan Policies GB1 and RES2 also apply. Policy GB1 presumes against encroachment of development into the countryside whilst Policy RES2 presumes in favour of developments on infill and redevelopment sites (which this site is not).
3.2 In the Proposals Map which forms part of the Draft Motherwell District Local Plan, the application site is shown as being outwith the Greenbelt and within the Cleland village boundary. However, this can be explained by a simple draughting error (which can be corrected when the Plan reaches its 'Finalised' stage) as opposed to any dramatic change in policy.
4.0 CON SU LTATl ON S AN D REPRESE NTATlON S
4.1 In previous consultations, British Coal (now known as the Coal Authority) noted the presence of past mining activity at shallow depths and it recommended that further site investigations be carried out. No letters of representation have been submitted.
5.0 PLANNING ASSESSMENT
5.1 Other than the draughting error noted in the Draft Local Plan, circumstances relating to this planning application have not changed since this matter was last considered in 1993. Then, as now, Local and Structure Plan policies presumed strongly against the proposed development. The applicant has submitted no agricultural or other justification for the location of this house within the greenbelt. Also, approval of such a proposal would result in an unfortunate precedent allowing further development on both sides of the road down towards Coltness.
5.2 The other main consideration is that of access. The necessary visibility splay requirements of 2.5 metres x 120 metres onto Wishaw High Road could only be achieved through the extensive realignment of boundary walls and hedges outwith the control of the applicant. Without such control, this proposal must also be seen as unacceptable in terms of highway safety.
5.3 Given the above, I must again recommend that planning permission for this house be refused. This is entirely consistent with the 3 previous planning decisions on this site. Application No. S/96/00288/FUL Date registered 28 May 1996 APPLICANT MR WlLLlAM CHAPMAN, GARRION FRUIT FARM, HORSLEY BRAE, GARRION BRIDGE ML2 ORR Agent Alex Cullen & CO,7 Gateside Street, Hamilton ML3 7HT DEVELOPMENT CHANGE OF USE OF EXISTING BUILDING TO EXTEND EXISTING OFFICE PREMISES LOCUS GARRION FARM, HORSLEY BRAE,OVERTOWN
Estimated Cost Ward No. 15 Grid Reference
File Reference DMcF/KW/2/43( 15)
Site History 1980 - Outline permission granted for garden centre - not implemented. 1983 - Outline permission granted for holiday chalet development - not implemented. 1985 - Permission granted for erection of foodpackaging/processing department. 1992 - change of use from packing shed to office.
Development Plan Zoned Greenbelt and Area of Great Landscape Value on the Finalised Wishaw Local Plan and Zoned Greenbelt and Area of Great landscape Value on the Draft Motherwell Local Plan. Article 18 required
CONSULTATIONS
0b jectio n No Objection NLC Environmental Services Conditions No Reply 'e REPRES E NTATI ON S Neighbours No objections. Section 23 No objections.
COMMENTS The applicant proposes to change the use of part of an existing building from a fruit packaging and display area to offices. This proposal if granted would extend the existing office accommodation on the site. The only external alterations are the replacement of two doors with window units. The site is located within the Greenbelt and such uses are not normally considered appropriate. Indeed a previous application had a temporary condition imposed in order that it's impact could be assessed. A condition was also imposed which sought to tie the use of the offices to occupants of the farm. This proposal does not increase the amount of developed floor space within the site, but merely seeks to reallocate some existing floorspace into office use. Having had the opportunity to assess the impact of the previous CHANGE OF USE OF FORMER PACKING DEPOT TO OFFICE I 1: 25001 /i\ GARRION FARM, HORSLEY BRAE GARRION BRIDGE temporary consent I consider this current proposal to be acceptable without the need for a temporary condition. I do however consider that because of the sites Greenbelt location, the proposed use should be tied to the occupants of Garrion Farm. There have been no objections raised to the proposal and I hereby recommend that planning permission be granted.
RECOMMENDATION
Grant, subject to the following conditions, viz:-
(1) That the development hereby permitted shall be started within five years of the date of this permission.
Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.
(2) That the permission hereby granted consent shall enure solely for the benefit of the 0 occupant of a dwellinghouse attached to Garrion Fruit Farm. Reason: In accordance with approved Greenbelt policy.
NOTE :
(1) The Director of Environmental Services has indicated that he has no objections to the proposal subject to the relevant legislation being complied with.
(2) This application was advertised in terms of Section 23 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972. No objections were received.
List of Background Papers
Application forms and plans dated 28/5/96. Finalised Wishaw Local Plan. Draft Motherwell Local Plan. Memo from NLC Environmental Services Dated 2 1/6/96. Memo from NLC Environmental Services dated 18/6/96.
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Motherwell 251 321 Ext. 258 and ask for David McFarlane. Application No. S/96/00297/F UL Date registered 30 May 1996 APPLICANT MR SlNGH Agent MaxwelI Design Co nsu I ta nts DEVELOPMENT CHANGE OF USE FROM RETAIL SHOP TO FAST FOOD CARRY OUT LOCUS 203 MAIN STREET, WISHAW
Ward No. 8 Grid Reference
File Reference CPIJM
Site History Planning permission for the installation of a weather porch on the shop front of these premises was granted in 1990. (Ref. 169/94)
Development Plan Town Centre
Article 18 required No
CON SU LTATlON S
Qbjection No Objection
Conditions Envircnmental Services No Reply
REPR ESE NTATl ON S
Neighbours Four Letters One Petition (74 Signatures) Seaion 23
COMMENTS This application related to the change of use of an emph shop unit on the North side of Main Street, Wishau, to a hot food takeaway shop. The existing shop is adjoined on one side bv a betting office and or the other, by a shop. A dental surge? is situated above the premises. Four letters, one of which was accompanied by a petition with 74 signatures, have been received in relation to this application. The details relating to these objections and my observations on this proposal are included on the accompanying report.
RECOMMENDATlON
Grant, subject to the following conditions, viz:-
(1 ) That the development hereby permitted shall be started within five years of the date of this permission.
Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.
(2) That the proposed premises shall not be brought into use until the flue has been installed in accordance with the amended details submitted on 4/7/96 to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority.
Reason: In order to safeguard the amenity of neighbouring occupiers.
NOTES
(1 ) This planning permission relates solely to the change of use of the premises to a hot food takeaway shop and to the installation of a flue, as detailed on the approved plans. The applicant is advised to consult the Planning Authority regarding any proposed alterations to the shop front including the installation of any advertisement signs, for which the separate written consent of the Planning Authority may be required.
(2) The developer should contact the Environmental Services Department to ensure that the proposals comply with the Environmental Health Regulations.
List of Background Papers
Application Form and Plans dated 30/5/96 Letter from Applicant and Amended Plan dated 4/7/96 Finalised Wishaw Local Plan Memo from Environmental Services dated 21 /6/96 Letter from MacFarlane & CO dated 4/6/96 Letter from Mr S. Weir dated 516/96 Letter from C. Cavanagh date 516196 Letter from Quinn, Martin & Langan dated 7/6/96 Letter & Petition from Quinn, Martin & Langan dated 13/6/96
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Motherwell 25 132 1 Ext. 261 and ask for Mrs Parkes. APPLl CATION N 0 S/96/00297iF UL
REPORT
1 .O APPLICATION SITE AND PROPOSAL
1.1 This application relates to the change of use of a vacant shop unit on the southside of Main Street, West of its junction with Belhaven Terrace, to a hot food take away shop. The proposals also includes the installation of a 4.5 metres high flue, situated at first floor level at the rear of the premises, in order to extract cooking fumes from the premises.
1.2 The application site is adjoined by a book keepers office to the East and by an existing shop unit to the West. A dental surgery is located above the premises and occupied flats are located adjacent to the site, at first floor level.
2.0 CONSULTATIONS
2.1 The Director of Environmental Services has observed that all cooking smells from the premises must be disposed of in such a manner as not to give rise to nuisance. The measures proposed by the applicant to extract cooking fumes from the premises are considered sufficient to minimise the likelihood of odour problems and the Department has therefore no objections on these grounds. The Director of Environmental Services also comments that he has no objections to the proposal, providing that any noise caused by the operations of the business, do not cause a nuisance in terms of the Environmental Protection Act 1990.
3.0 REP R E S E N TAT1 0N S
3.1 The application was advertised under Section 23 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972 and four letters and one petition with a totai of 74 valid signatures were received in relation to the proposed change of use. The main grounds of objection include the following:-
1) There are already sufficient hot food takeaway shops in the area and there is no need for any more of these premises.
2) The proposal would lead to an increase in the levels of noise, litter creation and odour emissions in the locality.
3) The proposal would encourage the further congregation of youths in the area.
It should be noted that seven signatories on the petition and the writer of one of the letters objected to the proposal on trade grounds, which is not a valid planning consideration. It shouid also be noted that although a limited number of signatories to the proposal are froin iocal residents and businesses, the vast majority are from residents living outwith the immediate locality. Two of the letters of objection are, however, from the occupiers of neighbouring flats and one is from a dental surgery, located directly above the application site. The owners of the dental surgery have objected in particular, to the emission of odours from the premises which they consider would be detrimental to the running of their healthcare establishment. They are further concerned that the proposal would cause an increased fire risk in a building of this age. They also consider that the proposal would be contrary to the Council's publicised policies on attracting investment into the area.
4.0 PLAN N I NG 0BS E RVATlON S
4.1 The application site is located within the Town Centre Area, as designated in the Local Plan and the proposed change of use complies generally with planning policies for this location. It is noted, however, that objections have been received from neighbouring residents and a dental surgery, in relation to the effects of the proposed change of use on the amenity of the area. The objectors consider that the proposal would create an increased level of odour emmissions, litter creation, noise emissions and general disturbance, caused by the congregation of youths, in an area which is already well served by such premises. It may be argued, however, that residents and other occupiers within this urban area should expect to experience some degree of disturbance, as a result of the commercial activities which normally take place within a town centre. In my view this proposed change of use is unlikely therefore to introduce a noticeable increase in the level of noise and general activity in the locality.
4.2 The particular concerns of the dental surgery owner and the neighbouring flat occupiers, in terms of odour emissions are appreciated. I have consulted the Environmental Services Department on this matter and they have requested amendments to the design of the proposed flue, to ensure that odour emrnissions are minimised. The applicant has submitted revised plans for the flue, which meet with the approval of the Environmental Services Department. It is thus considered that any odour emmissions will be minimal, providing that the flue is installed and utilised, in accordance with the guidelines of the Environmental Services Department.
4.3 The concerns of the dental surgery in terms of fire hazard, caused by the proposed cooking operations in this building, are noted. However, this is a matter which would be covered by Building Regulations and is not a relevant planning consideration.
4.4 I do have reservations about the proposal from a road safety point of view, as the site is located on a busy thoroughfare and there is no dedicated off-street parking provision. A considerable amount of on-street parking already takes place on this part of Main Street, particularly during the evening hours, when customers visit, existing hot food takeaway shops in the area. It is highly likely that any customers visiting at the proposed hot food outlet would also park on the street, rather than in existing town centre car parks, owing to the nature of this type of business. I am of the opinion, however, that rather then encouraging the introduction of further customers into this town centre location, the proposal is more likely to provide a greater range of choice to existing customers already in the area.
5.0 CONCLUSIONS
5.1 It is considered that the proposed change of use to hot food takeaway shop is acceptable at this town centre location. It is recommended that conditions be imposed, however, on any relevant planning consent, to ensure that the flue is installed, in accordance with the amended plans, in order that odour emmissions are minimised. Application No. SI9 610 0298/R EM Date registered 17 June 1996 APPLICANT MR AND MRS J KANE C/O PLOT E, WIDCUT WAY, CARBARNS, WISHAW Agent Alastair Macfarlane RIBA, 84 Buchanan Drive, Cambuslang, G72 8BA DEVELOPMENT ERECTION OF DWELLINGHOUSE LOCUS PLOT E, WlDCUl7 WAY, CARBARNS, WISHAW
Estimated Cost Ward No. 15 Grid Reference
File Reference GMcWJM1212 1 ( 174)
Site History Outline Planning consent granted for the creation of seven house plots, 1 st July, 1992 (App. No. 264191 Outline)
Development Plan Housing development opportunities, (Consultative Draft) Motherwell District Local Plan Article 18 required No
CONSU LTAllON S
Objection No Objection Conditions No Reply
REP RESE NTAll ON S
Neig h bou rs One letter of objection Section 23
COMMENTS This application seeks planning consent to erect a dwellinghouse, at Plot E, Widcutt Way, Carbarns, Wishaw. One letter of objection has been received from an adjoining neighbour and is detailed in my accompanying report. Discussions with the agent led to the plans being amended and the development would now largely meet the requirements of the development brief, for this council development site. I consider the design of the proposed dwellinghouse to be acceptable and to be in keeping with the surrounding dwellings. I therefore recommend that planning is granted.
RECOMMENDATION Grant, subject to the following conditions, viz:-
(1) That the development hereby permitted shall be started not later than 21 st August 1998.
Reason: To accord with the outline planning permission.
That before development starts, full details and/or samples of the facing materials to be used on all external walls and roofs shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Authority.
Reason: These details have not been submitted.
That before the dwellinghouse hereby permitted is occupied, or brought into use, a 2 metre high close boarded, timber screen fence shall be erected along the boundary marked BLUE on the approved plans.
Reason: In the interests of the visual amenity.
That notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (Scotland) Order 1992, no gates, fences, walls, or other means of enclosure, shall be erected between the front of the dwellinghouse and the adjoining road, with the exception of a 1 metre high facing brick, or roughcast wall built to match the facing brick, or roughcast, on the existing house; and before development starts, samples of the facing materials to be used on the wall shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Authority.
Reason: In the interests of the visual amenity of the area.
That before the dwellinghouse hereby permitted is occupied, a private vehicular access, or driveway, of at least 10 metres in length, shall be provided and the first 2 metres of this access, beyond the limit of the adjoining road, shall be fully surfaced, across its full width.
Reason: To prevent deleterious material being carried onto the road
That the finished floor levels of the dwellinghouse hereby approved, shall be as shown on the approved plans.
Reason: In the interests of the visual amenity.
That notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (Scotland) Order 1992, no development shall take place within the curtilage of the dwelling house hereby permitted, other than that expressly authorised by this permission, without the prior written consent of the Planning Authority.
Reason: To enable the Planning Authority to retain effective control over future development on the site in the interests of residential amenity.
NOTES:
(1 ) Consultation was carried out in terms of Article 9( 1 ) of the Town and Country Planning (General Development Procedure) (Scotland) Order 1992. One letter of objection was received.
(2) The applicant should contact The West Of Scotland Water Authority, Clyde East District, Melford Road, Righead Industrial Estate, Bellshill ML4 3JU so that details of the drainage layout may be approved and the necessary consents obtained in terms of the Sewerage (Scotland) Act 1968. List of Background Papers
Application form and plans submitted 17th June, 1996. Letter to agent dated 27th June, 1996. Amended plans submitted 1 lth July, 1996. (Consultative Draft) Motherwell District Local Plan. Letter from Mr J Mitchell dated 5th June, 1996.
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Motherwell 251 321 e Ext. 261 and ask for Miss McKillop. AP PLI CAT10 N N 0. S/96/00298/RE M
REPORT
1. APPLICATION SITE AND PROPOSAL
1.1 This application seeks planning consent to erect a one storey detached dwellinghouse at Plot E, Widcutt Way, Carbarns, Wishaw. To the south and east the proposed dwellinghouse backs onto residential properties on Gigha Quadrant and Jura Quadrant, respectively. To the west, the site is bounded by Plot D which has already been developed and to the north by the public car park.
2. SITE HISTORY
2.1 Outline planning consent was granted for the creation of seven house plots and a car park on Council owned land to the south of Carbarns and east of Montgomery Crescent on 1 st July 1992 (App. No. 264/91 Outline).
Five of the house plots have been sold and apart from plot E all have been developed. The remaining two house plots B and G are presently being marketed.
3. R E PR E S E NTAT1 VE S
3.1 One letter of objection has been received in relation to this application from an adjoining neighbour.
3.2 The grounds of objection are as follows:-
(i) The building is too close to the objector's house.
(ii) The proposal would lead to a loss of amenity through overshadowing and noise.
(iii) The proposed development would cause drainage problems and would impact on the natural environment.
(iv) This proposal in conjunction with the extension to the dwellinghouse at Plot D would be overdominant.
4. PIA" ING OBSERVATIONS
4.1 Initially the southern gable end of the proposed dwellinghouse was to be located 3.6 metres away from the boundary of the site. This would not have conformed to the development brief.
4.2 Discussions with the agent led to the plans being amended and the southern gable end of the proposed dwellinghouse was moved back and is now almost 6 metres away from the boundary fence.
4.3 The new location for the development would mean that the closest wall to the frontage of the objector's house would be approximately 18 metres away and the objector is now satisfied with this amendment. 4.4 In relation to points (ii) and (iv) of the objector’s concerns as detailed above. It is considered that there would be sufficient distance between the proposed dwellinghouse and the existing properties to avoid any loss of outlook or overshadowing. Furthermore, it should also be noted that as a result of the objector’s concerns the proposed garage was removed from the plans.
4.5 With respect to point (iii) it should be noted that the applicant has been advised to contact the West of Scotland Water Authority so that details of the drainage layout may be approved.
5. CONCLUSION
5.1 The design of the proposed dwellinghouse complies with the development brief on all but two points. The distance from the southern gable end of the proposed dwelling to the boundary is insufficient in length and the application does not include a driveway.
5.2 The proposal falls short of the required distance by approximately 1.5 metres. The development would be almost six metres away from the boundary and would in my 0 opnion be acceptable in this instance. The objector is also satisfied with this location. 5.3 The proposed site could accommodate a driveway within the site without altering the position of the proposed dwellinghouse. I have therefore added a condition requiring the creation of a driveway within the site.
5.4 The proposed dwellinghouse is acceptable both in terms of design and impact on surrounding properties. It is also capable of meeting the requirements relating to garden ground, access and parking. I therefore recommend that planning consent is granted. Application No. S/96/003 1 1/CON Date registered 5 June 1996 APPLICANT MARSHALL ROSS AND MUNRO SOLICITORS, 3 MERRY STREET, MOTHERWELL ML1 1JL Agent The Alexander Kerr Practice, 5A Stewarton Street, Wishaw ML2 8 BA DEVELOPMENT CHANGE OF USE OF EXISTING SEMI-DETACHED HOUSE TO A SOLICITORS’ OFFICE AND FORMATION OF CAR PARK LOCUS 106-108 HAMILTON ROAD, MOTHERWELL, ML1 3DG
Estimated Cost Ward No. 2 Grid Reference
File Reference
Site History No significant planning history
Development Plan Within the Hamilton Road Conservation Area, (Consultative Draft) Motherwell District Local Plan Article 18 required No
CONSULTATIONS
Objection - No Objection Conditions Environmental Services No Reply
REPRESENTATIONS
Neig hbou rs Section 23
COMMENTS This application seeks planning consent to change the use of an existing semi-detached dwelling house to a solicitors’ office and formation of car park at 106- 108 Hamilton Road, Motherwell. The change of use of the dwellinghouse would largely involve internal works. The only external alteration to the house would be a small side extension to the rear, for an emergency exit. A car park would be formed to the rear of the property and a one-way system would operate. Vehicles would enter the site off Hamilton Road and exit from the car park into the lane which runs along the back of the property parallel with Hamilton Road. Environmental Services have no objections to the proposal subject to its compliance with the relevant legislation. The proposal would be within an area in which many properties have the same Class use. The proposed development is within the conservation area, and aside from the rear side extension, the design and appearance of the property would not be altered. I consider this proposal to be an acceptable use for the site and recommend that planning consent be granted.
RECOMMENDATION
Grant, subject to the following conditions, viz:-
That the development hereby permitted shall be started within five years of the date of this permission.
Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.
That the facing materials to be used for the external walls and roof shall complement in colour and texture those of the existing adjoining office to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority.
Reason: In the interests of the visual amenity of the area.
(3) That before the development hereby permitted is completed or brought into use a one- way vehicular in/out system shall be clearly marked out with access from Hamilton Road marked as 'in' and the exit onto the lane, marked as 'out'.
Reason: To enable vehicles to enter and leave the site in forward gear at all times.
(4) That before the development hereby permitted is completed or brought into use the first two metres of the access from Hamilton Road and the exit onto the lane, beyond the limit of the adjoining road, shall be fully surfaced.
Reason: In the interests of public safety and to prevent deletrious material being carried on to the highway.
NOTES:
(1) This application was advertised in terms of Regulation 5 of the Town and Country Planning (Listed Buildings and Buildings in Conservation Areas) (Scotland) Regulation 1975. No objections were received. e (2) Before the start of any works affecting the public road the developer must obtain, from North Lanarkshire Council's Divisional Manager (South) a Road Opening Permit, granted under the terms of S56 of the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984.
(3) Environmental Services have no objections to the proposal subject to its compliance with the relevant legislation. The applicant should contact Environmental Services, North Lanarkshire Council, Scomagg House, Crosshill Street, Motherwell, Tel: 0 1698 30020 1 to ensure that the proposal will comply. List of Background Papers
Application form and accompanying plans submitted 5th June 1996. Memo from Environmental Services dated 19th June 1996. Memo from Environmental Services dated 25th June 1996. (Consultative Draft) Motherwell District Local Plan.
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Motherwell 25 132 1 Ext. 261 and ask for Miss G McKillop. Application No. S/96/003 32/F U L Date registered 14 June 1996 APPLICANT MR GERARD McALLISTER, 155- 159 STATION ROAD, SHOTTS ML7 4BQ Agent W. Haston, 2 Jamieson Gardens, Shotts ML7 4EF DWLOPMENT ERECTION OF DWELLINGHOUSE LOCUS PLOT 4A, SPRINGHILL VIEW, SHOTS
Ward No. 17 Grid Reference 288566 659 144
File Reference JL/JMI17/55(233)
Site History Planning consent was granted in Outline in 1990 for the development of 5 no. plots. Four plots have since been developed, with only one remaining.
Development Plan Residential on Approved Shotts Local Plan
Article 18 required No
CONSULTATIONS
0b jedio n No Objection
Conditions No Reply
REPRESENTATIONS
Neighbours Two letters of objection Section 23
@ COMMENTS The applicant seeks planning consent for the erection of a dwellinghouse on a subdivided plot at Springhill View, Shotts. It should be noted that he has submitted two applications for 2 two- storey dwellinghouses to be erected on a plot originally planned for one large dwellinghouse. Two letters of objection have been submitted by neighbouring proprietors based on a number of issues, including parking and manoeuvring and access to the application site. Details of these objections and my comments can be found in the accompanying report.
RECOMMENDATION
Refuse, on the grounds that the proposed dwellinghouse would detract from the existing character and amenity of Springhill View; it would have traffic implications and would result in overdevelopment of the site.
NOTE :
Consultation was carried out in terms of Article 9( 1 ) of the Town and Country Planning (General Development Procedure) (Scotland) Order 1 992. Two objections were received.
List of Background Papers
0 Application Form and Plans Approved Shotts Local Plan Consultative Draft Motherwell District Local Plan Letter from Mr Barr received on 3rd July, 1996 Letter from Mr Barbour dated 26th June, 1996
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Motherwell 25 132 1 Ext. 241 and ask for Mr Lennon. AP P LICAT1 0 N N0. S/96/003 32/F U L
REPORT
1. DESCRIPTION OF SITE AND PROPOSAL
1.1. The site was formerly occupied by a co-operative shop, but gained planning consent for the formation of 5 house plots in 1990. Four of these plots have since been developed, two with direct access off Springhill Road and the other two accessed via a private road, namely Springhill View. The fifth and final plot, would be accessed via Springhill View, although it would be a shared 5 metre wide access into the plot due to the applicant's wish to subdivide the plot into two smaller plots. Two Planning Applications have been submitted for single dwellinghouses on this plot.
1.2. As mentioned above, the applicant wishes to subdivide the last remaining plot to form two smaller plots i.e. plots 4A and 48. These two plots would share a common piece of ground at the entrance to the plot for access purposes. This common ground is approximately 5 metres wide by 4 metres deep.
0 1.3. The dwellinghouses would have individual driveways beyond the common area of ground and would be two storeys in height.
2. OBJECTIONS
2.1. Two letters of objection have been received from two of the previously developed plot owners. Their concerns are as follows:-
- there are two houses being built on a plot meant for one;
- two smaller dwellings on this plot would detract from the appearance of the existing houses;
it would cause major parking and access problems as there are no existing parking areas at the moment;
- when the applicant was selling the original plots, he stated that there had only to be one dwellinghouse per plot, a maximum of five houses as per original plans;
- both plots are accessed by an entrance of 10 feet in width. Given that parking for 4 Springhill View (dwellinghouse immediately adjacent to plot) is restricted, entrance to plots 4A and 48 would not permit parking in the general area for plots 4A, 4B or 4 Springhill View;
- traffic congestion on the private road may cause an accident due to potential increased numbers of cars using a confined area for parking and manoeuvring;
reduced light and shadowing to front and rear of No. 4 Springhill View, especially the rear; 3. OBSERVATIONS
3.1. I have the following comments to make in response to the objectors’ various points concerning the two planning applications:-
although the site can physically accommodate two dwellinghouses, the original planning consent for this particular site was for only one dwellinghouse on the plot, therefore two houses now proposed alters the terms of that Outline consent;
the four houses built at present are relatively large and complement each other in terms of character, amenity and their actual location within their respective plots. The applications currently being considered would, I feel, detract from the existing character of the plotted development in terms of space, and the overall appearance of the dwelling houses currently built;
- with regard to parking and access problems at this location, it is agreed that the private road creates difficulties for users because of its geometry and width. However, it is a private road, and all users should be aware of the problems associated with accessing a dwellinghouse via a private road. Planning consent has been granted for only one dwellinghouse at this last remaining plot and it is accepted that two dwellinghouses will have a negative impact on the parking and manoeuvring problems at this location;
one of the objector’s measurement of the width of access to the plot would appear to be wrong. He stated that it was 10 feet wide, when in fact it is 16.5 feet wide (5 metres). It is, however, considered that a 5 metre access to two plots at this location is unacceptable, especially when the driveway to Plot 4A and the manoeuvre required to exit the site where it merges with the access to Plot 48, and the fact that the existing driveway into 4 Springhill View is immediately adjacent to the plot entry;
it is agreed that traffic congestion would be more of a problem at the private road, especially at the entrance to Plots 4A and 4B, if the plot was subdivided into two, as is currently proposed;
- with regard to reduced light and overshadowing of 4 Springhill View (adjacent dwellinghouse on private road), I do not foresee any problems in this respect. There will be an element of reduced light and overshadowing, but not enough to warrant a refusal on this aspect alone due to the location and size of the proposed dwellinghouse on Plot 4A.
4. CONCLUSION
4.1. In assessing planning applications of this nature, it is necessary to take into account the immediate neighbours’ expectations with regard to residential amenity. The four existing plot occupiers proceeded on the basis that all five plots would be developed to the same standard. That standard would be reduced if consent was given to sub-divide the last plot as now proposed, and it is not surprising that two objections have been received. I cannot comment on the fact that the other two plot-holders have not objected. 4.2. Having given this application careful consideration, and taking the above objections into account, it is concluded that this particular plot is unsuitable for sub-division to form two plots on the grounds that access to the plots is sub-standard, and the construction of two smaller dwellinghouses is not in keeping with the character of the other four houses. One dwellinghouse at this location would be a better option, would remove the problems mentioned in my observations and would be in accordance with the previous Outline consent. I therefore recommend that planning consent be refused for this development. Application No. S/96/00333/FU L Date registered 17 June 1996 APPLICANT MR GERARD McALLlSTER, 155-1 59 STATION ROAD, SHOTS ML7 4BQ Agent W. Haston, 2 Jamieson Gardens, Shotts ML7 4EF DEVELOPMENT ERECTION OF DWELLINGHOUSE LOCUS PLOT 48 SPRINGHILL VIEW, SHOTS
Ward No. 17 Grid Reference 288555 659 144
File Reference J VJ Ml1 7/55 (234)
Site History Planning consent was granted in Outline in 1990 for the development of 5 no. plots. Four plots have since been developed, with only one remaining.
0 Development Plan Residential on Approved Shotts Local Plan
Article 18 required No
CONSULTATlON S
Objection No Objection
Conditions No Reply
REPRES ENTATl0 N S
Neighbours Two letters of objection Section 23 a COMMENTS The applicant seeks planning consent for the erection of a dwellinghouse on a subdivided plot at Springhill View, Shotts. It should be noted that he has submitted two applications for 2 two- storey dwellinghouses to be erected on a plot originally planned for one large dwellinghouse. Two letters of objection have been submitted by neighbouring proprietors, based on a number of issues, including, parking and manoeuvring and access to the application site. Details of these objections and my comments can be found in the accompanying report.
RECOMMENDATION
Refuse, on the grounds that the proposed dwellinghouse would detract from the existing character and amenity of Springhill View; it would have traffic implications and would result in overdevelopment of the site.
NOTE:
Consultation was carried out in terms of Article 9( 1 ) of the Town and Country Planning (General Development Procedure) (Scotland) Order 1992. Two objections were received.
List of Ehckground Papers
Application Form and Plans Approved Shotts Local Plan Consultative Draft Motherwell District Local Plan Letter from Mr Barr received on 3rd July, 1996 Letter from Mr Barbour dated 26th June, 1996
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Motherwell 251 321 Ext. 241 and ask for Mr Lennon. APPLl CAT1ON NO. S/96/00333/F U L
REPORT
1. DESCRIPTION OF SITE AND PROPOSAL
1.1. The site was formerly occupied by a co-operative shop, but gained planning consent for the formation of 5 house plots in 1990. Four of these plots have since been developed, two with direct access off Springhill Road and the other two accessed via a private road, namely Springhill View. The fifth and final plot, would be accessed via Springhill View, although it would be sharing a 5 metre wide access into the plot due to the applicant’s wish to subdivide the plot into two smaller plots. Two Planning Applications have been submitted for single dwellinghouses on this plot.
1.2. As mentioned above, the applicant wishes to subdivide the last remaining plot to form two smaller plots i.e. plots 4A and 46. These two plots would share a common piece of ground at the entrance to the plot for access purposes. This common ground is approximately 5 metres wide by 4 metres deep.
1.3. The dwellinghouses would have individual driveways beyond the common area of ground and would be two storeys in height.
2. 0 BJ ECTlON S
2.1. Two letters of objection have been received from two of the previously developed plot owners. Their concerns are os follows:-
- there are two houses being built on a plot meant for one;
- two smaller dwellings on this plot would detract from the appearance of the existing houses;
it would cause major parking and access problems as there are no existing parking areas at the moment;
- when the applicant was selling original plots, he stated that there had only to be one dwellinghouse per plot, a maximum of five houses as per original plans;
- both plots are accessed by an entrance of 10 feet in width. Given that parking for 4 Springhill View (dwellinghouse immediately adjacent to plot) is restricted, entrance to plots 4A and 48 would not permit parking in the general area for plots 4A, 48 or 4 Springhill View;
traffic congestion on private road may cause an accident due to potential increased numbers of cars using a confined area for parking and manoeuvring;
- reduce light and shadowing to front and rear of No. 4 Springhill View, especially the rear; 3. OBSERVATIONS
3.1. The following comments are my Department’s response to the objectors various points concerning the two planning applications:-
- although the site can physically accommodate two dwellinghouses, the original planning consent for this particular site was for only one dwellinghouse on the plot, therefore two houses on the plot alters the terms of that Outline consent;
- the four houses built at present are relatively large and complement each other in terms of character, amenity and their actual location within their respective plots, the applications currently being considered would, I feel, detract from the existing character of the plotted development in terms of space, and the overall look of the dwellinghouses currently built;
with regard to parking and access problems at this location, it is agreed that the road would lend itself to problems by its geometry and width, however, it is a private road, therefore all users of the road should be fully aware of the problems associated with accessing a dwellinghouse via a private road, the local authority does not have any say or powers on matters such as parking and manoeuvring on such roads, however, we have previously granted planning consent for only one dwellinghouse at this last remaining plot and agree that two dwellinghouses will only have a negative impact on the parking and manoeuvring problems at this location;
the objector’s measurement of the width of access to the plot would appear to be wrong. He stated that it was 10 feet wide, when in fact it is 16.5 feet wide (5 metres). It is, however, considered that a 5 metre access to two plots at this location is unacceptable, especially when you consider the driveway to Plot 4A and the manoeuvre required to exit the site where it merges with the access to Plot 46;
- it is agreed that traffic congestion would be more of a problem at the private road, especially at the entrance to Plots 4A and 4B, if the plot were subdivided into two, as is currently proposed;
with regard to reduced light and overshadowing of 4 Springhill View (adjacent dwellinghouse on private road), I do not foresee any great problems in this respect. There will be an element of reduced light and overshadowing, but not enough to warrant a refusal on this aspect alone due to the location and size of the proposed dwellinghouse on Plot 4A.
4. CONCLUSIONS
4.1. It is considered that this particular plot is unsuitable for sub-division to form two plots for the reasons outlined above, namely, access to the plots is sub-standard, sub-division of a large plot to form two smaller plots and erection two smaller dwellinghouses is not in keeping with the character of the other four plots. One dwellinghouse at this location would be a better option and would eradicate all the problems as mentioned in my observations and would be in accordance with the previous outline consent. I therefore recommend that planning consent is refused for this development. 4.2. Having given this application careful consideration, and taking the above objections into account, it is concluded that this particular plot is unsuitable for sub-division to form two plots on the grounds that access to the plots is sub-standard, and the construction of two smaller dwellinghouses is not in keeping with the character of the other four houses. One dwellinghouse at this location would be a better option, would remove the problems mentioned in my observations and would be in accordance with the previous Outline consent. I therefore recommend that planning consent be refused for this development. Application No. S1961003431F UL Date registered 21 June 1996 APPLICANT JEANETTE JMP Agent Mr J. Japp DEVELOPMENT PROPOSED CHANGE OF USE TO SNACK BAR & HOT FOOD TAKE AWAY SHOP LOCUS 3061308 MAIN STREET, WISHAW
Ward No. 8 Grid Reference
File Reference CP/JMI10/32(1 7 1 )
Site Wist~ry Planning permission for alterations to shop front granted 1989 (Ref no. 342189)
Development Plan Wishaw Town Centre
Article 18 required No
CONSULTATIONS
Objection No Objection
Conditions Environmental Services No Reply
REPRES E NTaTl 0 N S
Neighbours Section 23 No objections
COMMENTS This application relates to the change of use of a vacant shop unit ' on the North Side of Wishaw Main Street, to a hot food take away shop and snack bar. The proposed hours of opening are from 9 am to 6 pm. The application site lies within the Town Centre area, as designated in the Finalised Wishaw Local Plan and the proposed use complies with planning policies for this area. I have some concerns about the location of this proposal, from a road safety point of view. These concerns and other details relating to this application are outlined in the accompanying report.
RECOA4MENDATlON
Grant, subject to the following conditions, viz:- h (1 ) That the development hereby permitted shall be started within five years of the date of this permission.
Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.
(2) That before the development hereby permitted is completed or brought into use, the developer, shall agree a scheme of fume disposal with the Council’s Director of Environmental Services.
Reason: In order to safeguard the amenity of the area.
(3) That before the development hereby permitted is completed or brought into use, details of the agreed scheme for fume disposal, under the terms of condition no. 2 above, shall be submitted to the Planning Authority for approval, prior to the installation of the required flue on site.
Reason: In order to safeguard the amenity of the area.
(4) That operations on the site, for which planning permission is hereby granted, shall take place only between the hours of 9am and 6pm.
Reason: In the interests of road safety.
List of Background Papers
Application Forms and Plans received 2 1 /6/96 Finalised Wishaw Local Plan Consultative Draft Motherwell District Local Plan Memo from North Lanarkshire Council Environmental Services dated
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone MGthet74ell 25 132 1 Ext. 261 and ask for Mrs Parkes. APPLICATION NO S/96/00343
REPORT
1 .o APPLl CAT10 N SITE
1.1 The application site lies on the North Side of Main Street, East of its junction with Dryburgh Road, in Wishaw. The existing vacant shop unit at this site is adjoined by the Gatsby Hotel, to the West and by a shop unit to the East. An occupied flat lies above the application site.
2.0 PRO PO SAL
2.1 The proposal related to the change of use of this vacant shop unit to snack bar with seating for approximately 20 customers and o hot food takeaway service. The proposed hours of opening are between 9am and 6pm.
3.0 CONSULTATIONS
3.1 The Director of Environmental Services has no objections to the proposal, providing the applicant complies with the relevant legislation.
4.0 PLAN N I N G CON SI DE RAT10 N S
4.1 The application site is designated as non prime Shopping Area within the Town Centre in the Finalised Wishaw Lccal Plan and as part of the Town Centre Area, in the Consultative Draft of the Motherwell District Local Plan.
4.2 The proposed use of the premises as a hot food takeaway shop complies with current local planning policies, which generally support the location of such uses within the Town Centre Area.
4.3 I have, however, some concerns about the location of this proposal from a road safety point of view. The site is located approximately 22 metres from the busy junction at Dryburgh Road with Main Street, There are a number of hot food takeaway shops located within the vicinity of the proposal, although these are located on the opposite side of the road. These outlets appear to have created on-street parking problems in the area, particularly during the evening hours. Traffic restrictions are in force, however, during the daytime of both sides of Main Street and there is a pedestrian barrier located between the road and footpath, in front of this property. I would have reservations about approving any further proposals which would increase on-street parking problems in the area, particularly at this busy junction. However, it is noted that parking outside the application site is prohibited by law, during the proposed hours of operation. I am also of the opinion that the proposal is unlikely to encourage further customers and their vehicles into the area, but is more likely to introduce a greater range of choice to customers in an area which is already well served by such outlets.
5.0 CONCLUSION
5.1 I am therefore of the opinion that the application should be approved, subject to a condition limitina the DroDosed hours of oDenina to those detailed by the applicant. Application No. S/96/003 5 5/F U L Date registered 26 June 1996 APPLICANT DR. KUMAR V. K. MENON, 7 BRIGSIDE GARDENS, HAMILTON ML3 7BG Agent DEVELOPMENT EXTENSION TO REAR OF DOCTOR’S SURGERY LOCUS 15 CARFIN ROAD, NEWARTHILL
Ward No. 29 Grid Reference 277800 659099
File Reference JL/JM/5/37( 103)
Site History No significant site history
DeveloDment Plan Mixed use on approved Northern Area Local Plan
Article 18 required No
CONSULTATIONS
Objection No Objection
Conditions No Reply
REPRESENTATIONS
Neighbours Three Section 23
COMMENTS Planning consent is being sought for the erection of a rear extension to the existing doctor’s surgery at 15 Carfin Road, Newarthill. The extension area covers some 43m2 and comprises an additional consulting room, office and a toilet. It is to be built between the rear boundary wall of the existing surgery and the 3 storey flatted development to the rear, namely Whittagreen Court. At present the surgery is approximately 10 metres away from the above mentioned dwellinghouses. The extension will reduce this distance to approximately 5 metres. Three letters of objection have been received, including letters from the Factors of Whittagreen Court and one from Whittagreen Court Residents Association. The Transport Manager has indicated that the site, as proposed, should incorporate a further 6 parking spaces. The extension will effectively mean that 2 spaces are lost, therefore their would be a shortfall of 8 spaces should the development go ahead with no land available to incorporate these spaces. In view of the close proximitv of the proposed extension to Whittagreen Court, the parking problems and the effect that such a development would have on this particular block of flats, I
recommend that planning consent be refused. The accompanying report will explain in more detail the issues involved in determining the application.
RECOMMENDATION
Refuse, on the following grounds, viz:-
(1) the proposed extension would have a detrimental effect on the outlook and amenity presently enjoyed by the residents of the adjacent 3 storey flatted development, namely, Whittagreen Court.
(2) the extension, by virtue of its size and location within the site, would result in overdevelopment to the detriment of the established character and amenity of the area.
NOTES
(1) Consultation was carried out in terms of Article 9( 1 ) of the Town and Country Planning (General Development Procedure) (Scotland) Order 1 992. Three objections were received.
List of Background Papers
Application Form, Plan and amended plan Approved Northern Area Local Plan Consultative Draft Motherwell District Local Plan (Transport Manager) Letter from Mr Pattison & Miss Gallagher dated 26/7/96 Letter from Whittagreen Court Residents Association dated 30/7/96 Letter from J & J Anderson (Factors of Whittagreen Court) dated 29/7/96
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Motherwell 251 321 Ext. 241 and ask for Mr Lennon. APPLl CATION NO. S/96/00355/F UL
REPORT
1.1 DESCRIPTION OF SITE AND PROPOSAL
1.1 Planning consent is being sought for the erection of a sing1 storey re extension to the existing single storey doctor's surgery at 15 Catfin Road, Newarthill.
1.2 The extension will increase the overall size of the existing surgery by approximately one third i.e. 43m2. It would also reduce the distance from the surgery to the flatted dwellings at Whittagreen Court from 10 metres to a mere 5 metres.
1.3 The doctor who is presently operating from the surgery, has written to me stating that the extension, comprising an office, toilet and consulting room, will not create any additional staff or increase the number of patients using the premises. The present staff comprises four part-time receptionists and a doctor.
0 2.0 CONSULTATION AND OBJECTIONS
2.1 The Transport Manager has indicated that he has no objection to the proposal, provided that an additional 6 spaces can be incorporated within the site.
2.2 Three letters of objection have been received from the adjacent 3 storey flatted dwellinghouses at Whittagreen Court. The objections have been summarised as follows:-
(i) "As the new extension will be only 16.5 feet from my kitchen window, I feel that I will suffer from, loss of outlook; reduction in light currently enjoyed; loss of visual amenity; potential increase in traffic and noise; potential loss of privacy; devaluation of property; and incorrect notification carried out".
(ii) The second objection from the Whittagreen Court Residents Association, reiterated the above points with one addition; namely that overshadowing will occur with the resultant loss of light and outlook.
(iii) The final letter of objection from the Factors for Whittagreen Court stated that several of the owners of the flatted dwellings asked them to write to the Council complaining that the flats at the end of the building, towards the extension, would be looking into a brick wall, thereby losing all daylight currently being received in their rooms.
3.0 OBSERVATIONS AND CONCLUSION
3.1 If the development was to proceed, it would effectively mean that 2 car parking spaces are lost. The fact that the Transport Manager has asked for an additional 6 spaces only increases the problem of parking and there would appear to be no apparent solution due to the lack of available land within the surgery's ownership.
3.2 The objections to the proposed extension, in general, are all valid planning concerns since it is considered that the extension could have a detrimental effect on the properties at Whittagreen Court, especially the end flats which will effectively be looking into a brick wall only 5 metres from the windows, as opposed to the 10 metres as at present. 3.3 The extension will also result in a reduction of 2 parking spaces in an existing substandard parking and manoeuvring area, which would effectively mean that the site is 8 parking spaces short. With regard to loss of outlook, no one has a legal right to a view, therefore, this is not a planning consideration, nor is the devaluation of property. The applicant did not carry out the correct notification initially, but he did complete it satisfactorily once he was advised of the error. Reduction in light, loss of visual amenity and potential loss of privacy are all reasonable concerns and are considered to be valid planning objections to this proposal.
3.4 The applicant submitted an amended drawing showing an alteration to the roof of the extension. It changed the style of roof from gable to sloping in an attempt to minimise the "perceived" size of the building. The objectors, however, were unwilling to withdraw their objections as they still feel that the proposal is unacceptable.
3.5 In view of the above objections and the fact that this extension, as proposed, would in my opinion have a negative impact on the outlook and amenity, as presently enjoyed by the residents of Whittagreen Court, I feel that the development should not proceed. It is, in 0 effect, overdevelopment of a very tight site and does not take into account the residential properties which are situated to the rear of the surgery. There is also the added problem of parking standards not being met and apparently no scope to achieve the required parking spaces. I therefore recommend that planning consent be refused. Application No. S/96/00360/REM Date registered 27 June 1996 APPLICANT MR S. MIDDLETON, 6 BLENHEIM COURT, CARLUKE ML8 4RB Agent Turnberry Drawing Services, 28 Turnberry Drive, Hamilton ML3 9xx DEVELOPMENT ERECTION OF DWELLINGHOUSE AND DETACHED GARAGE LOCUS "FERSEND", HOLMFARM ROAD, HARTWOOD, ML7 5BY
Ward No. 18 Grid Reference 284944 659200
File Reference JL/JMI17/45
Site History Outline planning consent was granted in January 1995 for the erection of a dwellinghouse (ref. no. 570/93 Outline)
Development Plan Residential on Approved Shotts Local Plan
Article 18 required No
CONSULTATIONS
0bjection No Objection
Conditions No Reply
REPRESENTATIONS
Neighbours One Section 23
COMMENTS The applicant seeks detailed planning consent for the erection of a single storey detached dwellinghouse and detached garage in the rear garden of no. 35 Hartwood Road, Hartwood. Outline planning consent was granted for a dwellinghouse at this location last year, subject to a number of conditions. A letter of objection has been recevied from a neighbouring proprietor concerning, amongst other things, means of the access to the site. Details of the objection can be found in the accompanying report. Notwithstanding the concerns of the objector, it is recommended that planning consent is granted for this development subject to a number of conditions.
RECOMMENDATION
Grant, subject to the following conditions, viz-
That the development hereby permitted shall be started not later than 4th January 2000.
Reason: To accord with the outline planning permission.
That before development starts, full details and/or samples of the facing materials to be used on all external walls shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Authority.
Reason: These details have not been submitted.
That before development starts, full details of the design and location of all fences and walls to be erected on the site shall be submitted to, and approved by, the Planning Authority.
Reason: These details have not been submitted.
That the vehicular access to the plot shall be via a 3 metre wide dropped kerb access, the first 2 metres of which shall be paved.
Reason: In the interests of road safety.
That before the dwellinghouse hereby permitted is occupied 2 car parking spaces shall be provided within the curtilage of the plot and outwith the private road.
Reason: To ensure the provision of adequate parking facilities within the site.
That before the dwellinghouse hereby permitted is occupied a turning facility shall be provided within the curtilage of the site to allow vehicles to enter and leave the site in forward gear.
Reason: In the interests of public safety.
(7) That a visibility splay of 4.5 metres by 120 metres, measured from the road channel, shall be provided on both sides of Home Farm Road where it meets Hartwood Road in so far as is achievable and before the development hereby permitted is completed, or brought into use, everything exceeding 1.05 metres in height above the road channel level shall be removed from the sight line areas and, thereafter, nothing exceeding 1.05 metres in height above road channel level shall be planted, placed, erected, or allowed to grow, within these sight line areas.
Reason: In the interests of public safety.
That before construction work begins on the dwelling house hereby permitted, everything above ground level within the area shaded RED on the approved plan shall be removed and, thereafter, nothing above the resultant ground level following clearance of the said shaded area shall be planted, placed, erected or allowed to grow.
Reason: In the interests of road safety. (9) That notwithstanding the details submitted in the approved drawings, there shall be no windows on the south eastern gable of the dwellinghouse hereby permitted.
Reason: To safeguard the amenity of future residents.
NOTES
(1) Consultation was carried out in terms of Article 9( 1 ) of the Town and Country Planning (General Development Procedure) (Scotland) Order 1 992. One objection was received.
(2) The applicant should contact The West Of Scotland Water Authority, Clyde East District, Melford Road, Righead Industrial Estate, Bellshill ML4 3JU so that details of the drainage layout may be approved and the necessary consents obtained in terms of the Sewerage (Scotland) Act 1968. e List of Background Papers Application Forms and Plans Amended Plans dated received 9/8/96 Approved Shotts Local Plan Letter from Mr and Mrs D. Ritchie dated 2nd July, 1996
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Motherwell 251 321 Ext. 241 and ask for Mr Lennon. APPLl CAT10 N N 0. S/96/003 60/R EM
REPORT
1. DESCRIPTION OF SITE AND PROPOSAL
1.1 The applicant seeks detailed planning permission for the erection of a dwellinghouse and detached garage in the rear garden of a dwelling at 35 Hartwood Road, Hartwood. Outline consent was granted in January 1995 for the same proposal.
1.2 The proposed dwellinghouse will be accessed off Home Farm Road, Hartwood which is a private road owned be the Scottish Office.
1.3 The proposed dwellinghouse will be single storey with a detached garage to the rear.
CI L. OBJECTION
0 2.1 A letter of objection was received from a neighbouring proprietor concerning a variety of problems that this development would create, namely:-
- limited space on Home Farm Road for vehicular manouevres at present, therefore another access would create an even bigger problem,
- installation of services causing an inconvenience,
- any users of the private road are partly responsible for any repair/maintenance to be carried out on it. Is applicant aware of financial responsibility?,
- the dust and noise caused by the development would be unpleasant as objector works shift work,
- incorrect block plan submitted by applicant.
OBSERVATIONS AND CONCLUSION
3.1 The letter of objection contained numerous points of issue, my comments on which are set out below: -
- there are two conditions on the planning consent which state that 2 parking spaces and a turning facility should be provided within the curtilage of the plot and outwith Home Farm Road, before the dwellinghouse is occupied.
- with regard to the inconvenience caused by service installation, this is an unavoidable part of the building process and is common place in any form of construction work,
- responsibility for the private road is a legal matter between the owner of the road and the person wishing to use it,
again, as with the last but one point, dust and noise is unavoidable when construction of any building takes place. It is, however, up to the applicant to use common sense when carrying out his development to minimise inconvenience to his neighbours,
- the applicant has submitted a revised block plan which would appear to be correct.
3.2 This application has taken into account all the conditions pertaining to the Outline consent which was granted in January 1995. Since the site can physically accommodate a dwellinghouse without compromising the amenity currently enjoyed by the residents of the existing dwellinghouse, and the objectors' points of issue have been addressed above, I recommend the granting of planning consent for this development subject to the appropriate conditions. Application No. S/96/003 65/AM E N D Date registered 28 June 1996 APPLICANT ADAM BIRCH PROPERTIES LTD, 33 HUNTLY COURT, DIRLETON PLACE, GLASGOW G41 3SH Agent Cullen, Lochhead & Brown, 10 Auchingramont Road, Hamilton ML3 6JX DEVELOPMENT LOCATION OF BLOCK 15-18 RELATIVE TO SITE BOUNDARY LOCUS NEWARTHILL PHASE 4, OFF CEDAR GARDENS, NEWARTHILL
Ward No. 28 Grid Reference 277000 596000
File Reference WLS/J M/5/28
Site History Outline consent for housing originally granted October 1985. Detailed consents granted to SL Homes, McLean Homes, Newcroft Developments and Housebuild from October 1989 onwards. Detailed consent for 16 flats on application site granted July 1993, further 2 flats granted September 1995. Work commenced on flats mid 1996.
Development Plan Housing (Northern Area Local Plan) No Change (Draft Motherwell District Local Plan)
Article 18 required No
CONSU LTATION S
Objedon No Objection
Conditions No Reply a REPRESENTATIONS
Neighbours Two objections received Section 23
COMMENTS This application seeks consent for the repositioning of a two-storey block of 4 flats at the final phase of development at Loanhead Road, Newarthill. The development involves a total of 18 cottage flats, but one block had its foundations dug in a position which differed from the original consent; this application seeks to regularise the planning position. Two objections have been received, from neighbouring residents whose rear gardens abut the application site. The objections relate principally to the loss of amenity and loss of sunlight which would arise if the amended position was approved. Notwithstanding the objections, I am of the opinion that the amended position, which is some 2 metres different from the original, is acceptable and that consent should
be granted. Further details are contained in the accompanying report.
RECOMMENDATION
Grant, subject to the following conditions, viz:-
(1 ) That the development hereby permitted shall be started within five years of the date of this permission.
Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1972.
(2) That all conditions imposed on Planning Consent No. 219/89 (Amendment No 8) dated 1 st July 1993 shall continue to apply to this consent where relevant.
Reason: To ensure that the overall development is carried out in a satisfactory manner.
NOTE
(1) Consultation was carried out in terms of Article 9( 1 ) of the Town and Country Planning (General Development Procedure) (Scotland) Order 1 992. Two objections were received.
List of Background Papers
Application Form and Plans Northern Area Local Plan Draft Motherwell District Local Plan Letter dated 9 July from Mr & Mrs S. Cochran 0 Letter dated 7 July from Mr R. Rodger
Any person wishing to inspect the above background papers should telephone Motherwell 25 132 1 Ext. 248 and ask for Mr Stevenson. APPLl CAT10 N N0. S/96/003 65/AM E N D
REPORT
1 .o PROPOSAL AND SITE
1.1 This application is for planning permission to allow for a revised position for a two-storey block of cottage flats, located within a small development of 18 units off Cedar Gardens, Newarthill. The development is on part of a larger site on which various builders have constructed houses since the late 1980's and represents the final phase.
1.2 When construction on this final phase began early in the summer, it became apparent that there was some discrepancy in either the overall dimensions of the site or in the relative position of an adjoining road. This resulted in the foundations of one block of flats being cut in a position which did not accord with the original planning permission, and neighbouring residents brought this matter to the attention of my department.
Having visited the site and taken various measurements, it would appear that, in relation to the adjoining property boundaries, the position of the block is up to 2 metres out; However, when measurements are taken using Cedar Gardens as a reference point there is little discrepancy. It would therefore appear that the position of Cedar Gardens itself may be slightly wrong, resulting in the current situation.
1.4 The applicants were given the opportunity to re-dig the foundations in a position which relates more to the original consent, vis-a-vis the adjacent boundary, but chose to apply to retain the position is currently laid out. No work has been carried out on this part of the site since the problem was identified.
2.0 OBJ ECTlONS RECEIVED
2.1 Two objections were received from residents of the adjoining housing development. One raised matters such as:- 1. "light starvation" to the property 2. loss of value of the property 3. noise pollution and loss of privacy 4. youths loitering in a pathway to the side of the flats
2.2 The second objector raised the following points:- 1. there is sufficient room to reposition the block 2. sunlight at his property would be affected by overshadowing 3. his view would be restricted by the gable of the flats
3.0 0BS E RVATl 0N S
3.1 In relation to the comments regarding sunlight and daylight, I have carried out the relevant tests and am satisfied that the proposed position of the flats will not adversely affect the sunlight or daylight received by the adjoining properties to a significant degree.
3.2 Effects on the value of any property are not matters which can be taken into consideration when dealing with a planning application. 3.3 The gable of the block contains no windows, and so I cannot see how the proposal would affect privacy or create noise. The path at the side of the block is simply a route to the back garden, and is not a public path; this was also a feature of the original consent.
3.4 It is correct that there is scope to reposition the block within the site, but this application must be judged on its own merits and on its likely impact, not on the impact of some other alternative.
3.5 There will be an altered view for the objectors, but only to the extent that the building will "encroach" by a further two metres along the rear boundary, which will still leave some 8 metres of boundary unaffected by the gable.
4.0 CONCLUSIONS
4.1 This situation has arisen as a result of an earlier error in the positioning of a road, which was not apparent until the current developers began work on the final phase of this site. They took the setting-out measurements from Cedar Gardens, assuming that it was correct, but subsequently discovered an apparent anomaly, resulting in the position of flats in relation to the eastern boundary differing from the approved plans. I am satisfied that this is a situation for which no blame can be attached to the applicants.
4.2 The basic decision must hinge on whether or not the revised position will affect neighbouring properties to a significant degree. On balance, and notwithstanding the terms of the objections, I do not consider that the proposal will have a significant effect, and so recommend that consent be granted.