Chard Town Council Held on Monday 16Th January 2012 in the Town Hall at 6.30Pm

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Minutes of the meeting of the Planning & Highways Committee Chard Town Council held on Monday 16th January 2012 in the Town Hall at 6.30pm.

Present: Councillors:

G. Forsyth, Mrs. B Halse, A. Kenton, Mrs. J Kenton, G. Shortland, Ms. S Pitwood, M. Wale and Mrs. S Wyatt,

In Attendance: Sarah Robson - Town Clerk. There were no members of the press or public in attendance.

In the absence of the chairman Councillor Mrs. Wyatt proposed that Councillor Mrs. Kenton chaired the meeting. Councillor Mrs. Halse seconded the proposal.

Councillor Mrs. Kenton took the chair.

01. Apologies for absence and to consider whether to approve reasons given Councillor J Dorse – Family Illness, Councillor Mrs. C Morrison– Conflicting Engagement, Councillor A Prior - Holiday

RESOLVED: to accept the apologies and approve the reasons given

02. Declarations of Interest None received

03. Planning & Highways Committee Meeting - Minutes - To confirm and sign the th minutes of the previous Meeting held on Monday 19 December 2011 (LGA 1972, Sch 12 para41 (1).

RESOLVED – that the minutes of Planning & Highways Committee meeting held on the Monday 19th December 2011 be signed as a correct record.

04. To consider the following planning applications:-

Combe Ward Cllrs A Kenton and M W Wale

1. 11/04235/FUL Change of use of former gas depot (Use Class B2) for the siting of 93 self storage unites (Use Class B8) with associated access. Former Gas Depot, Furnham Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 1HE. UK Storage Company Ltd. LH

Recommend: Refusal – Members expressed concern regarding the access to the proposed site on the grounds that the entrance point is very close to the adjacent junction, namely Glynswood. The increased volume of traffic and the close proximity to the junction poses safety issues.

Avishayes Ward Cllrs A G Forsyth and Mrs. C Morrison

1. 11/05119/FUL Demolition of conservatory and erection of single storey extension to rear of dwellinghouse. 6 Barberry Drive, Chard TA20 1HR. Mr. J Warner CB Recommend: Approval

05. Tree Preservation Order: For Information

11/04800/TPO Application to carry out tree surgery works no 2 No. Oak Tree within Yeovil District Council (Char1) Tree Preservation Order 1982. 15 Langdon Close, Chard, Somerset TA20 1DP PP

12/00002/TPO Application to carry out tree surgery works to an Oak Tree shown asT1 of SSDC Tree Preservation Order (Chard No 1). Grass Verge Outside Nos. 30/34/36 & 38 Crib Close, Chard Somerset TA20 1EE PP

Noted

06. Correspondence

Item #1 – SCC - Minerals Options Consultation (Ends February 12th 2012) (Please note; The Somerset Minerals & Waste Development Framework Minerals Core Strategy Summary is available in the Town Council office)

It was agreed that the Town Clerk would consider the report and make any relevant observations and report back to next meeting.

07. To receive notification of Planning Determinations received from SSDC

11/03842/COU Change of use to mixed B1, B2 and B8 uses (retrospective) John Beer Motor Repairs, 14B Millfield Industrial Estate, Millfield, Chard, Somerset TA20 2BB. Mr. John Beer. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommendation - Approval

11/04163/FUL The erection of a dwellinghouse. 6 Ashcroft, Chard, Somerset TA20 2JH. Mrs. Heather Seymour. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommendation - Approval

11/04562/TPO Application to fell 1 No. Monterey Cypress tree known as T15 within South Somerset District Council’s Tree Preservation Order (Chard 2) 2005. Land at Holbear Grange, Holbear Grange, Chard, Somerset. KDJ Slade & Sons Ltd SSDC Grant Consent CTC Recommendation - Approval

Noted

There being no further business the meeting closed at 6.40pm

Minutes of the meeting of the Planning & Highways Committee Chard Town Council held on Monday 20th February 2012 in the Town Hall at 6.30pm.

Present: Councillors:

Councillor A Prior (Chairman) G. Forsyth, Mrs. B Halse, G. Shortland, Ms. S Pitwood, M. Wale and Mrs. S Wyatt,

In Attendance: Sarah Robson - Town Clerk. There were 25 members of the public and 1 member of the press in attendance.

08. Apologies for absence and to consider whether to approve reasons given Councillor A. Kenton and Mrs. J Kenton - Holiday

RESOLVED: to accept the apologies and approve the reasons given

09. Declarations of Interest Councillor Mrs. Halse declared a personal and prejudicial interest in application no. 11/04212/FUL on the grounds that the site is adjacent to her property.

Councillor Ms Pittwood declared a personal interest in application no. 12/00162/FUL as the land owner is known to her.

Councillor Wale declared a personal interest in application no. 11/04212/FUL on the grounds that he is the local District Councillor on the Regeneration Board.

10. Planning & Highways Committee Meeting - Minutes - To confirm and sign the th minutes of the previous Meeting held on Monday 16 January 2012 (LGA 1972, Sch 12 para41 (1).

RESOLVED – that the minutes of Planning & Highways Committee meeting held on the Monday 16th January 2012 be signed as a correct record.

11. To consider the following planning applications:-

It was agreed to vary the order of business to allow those members of the public in attendance to hear the debate and then leave the meeting.

Holyrood Ward Cllrs Mrs. G Halse, G Shortland, Mrs. S P Wyatt

7.00pm Councillor Mrs. Halse left the meeting

1. 11/04212/FUL Development of 63 (amended to 60) residential dwellings with associated vehicular and pedestrian access, landscaping, site re-grading and related infrastructure and engineering works. Land at Mitchell Gardens, Shepherds Lane, Chard, Somerset TA20 1 QU. Redrow Homes South West AG Recommend: Refusal on the following grounds;

The proposed site falls outside development limits The proposed site is outside the Local Plan and contrary to emerging Core Strategy and Chard Regeneration Plan Insufficient provision for increased traffic – Highways concerns Detrimental impact on wildlife – in particular the removal of badger sets, the hazel dormouse, slow worms, grass snakes and other mammals and reptiles.

7.05pm Councillor Mrs. Halse returned to the meeting and 23 members of the public left the meeting.

Crimchard Ward Cllrs J Dorse, Mrs. J Kenton and A J Prior

1. 12/00177/FUL The erection of single storey extension to east elevation, the erection of a single storey extension to north elevation , new pedestrian access, extension to car park by 2 No. parking bays and the erection of a pavilion building. The Redstart Primary School, Redstart Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 1SD. The Redstart Primary School. LB

Recommend: Approval

Avishayes Ward Cllrs A G Forsyth and Mrs. C Morrison

1. 11/05130/S73 Application to vary condition No. 02 (approved plans) of planning permission 10/01967/FUL to carry out alterations to plots 22-26, 2, 20/21, 30/31, 38, 39-46 and the addition of plot 1. Old Station Yard, Victoria Avenue, Chard, Somerset TA20 1EQ. Raglan Housing Association. AN

Recommend: Approval

2. 12/00075/FUL Erection of first floor extension to dwellinghouse. 15 Crewkerne Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 1EZ. Mr. & Mrs. Chris Medland. CB

Recommend: Approval

3. 12/00076/FUL Erection of carport. 5 Foxglove Way, Chard, Somerset TA20 1HT. Mr. M Callow. CB

Recommend: Approval

4. 12/00201/FUL The erection of a detached garage. (Revised application) Le Chalet, Hornsbury Hill, Chard, Somerset TA20 3DB. Mr. Brian Harding. DW

Recommend: Refusal on the basis of concerns that appropriate consideration is given by the Highways Authority in relation to access to and from the A358. Also that consideration be taken due to the close proximity to Chard Reservoir and that all necessary environmental impact studies are carried out.

Combe Ward Cllrs A Kenton and M W Wale

1. 12/00178/S73 Application to vary condition 2 of planning application 11/03206/FUL to relocate extension to Block B by 600mm. Holyrood Academy, Zembard Lane, Chard, Somerset TA20 1JL. Mrs. Tina Coles. JM

Recommend: Approval

2. 11/05030/FUL The carrying out of alterations to include the conversion of garage into ancillary accommodation and the erection of a conservatory. Four Walls Cottage, 52 Crimchard, Chard, Somerset TA20 1JS. Mrs. Janet Mains CB CB

Recommend: Approval

3. 11/05031/LBC The carrying out of alterations to include the conversion of garage into ancillary accommodation and the erection of a conservatory. Four Walls Cottage, 52 Crimchard, Chard, Somerset TA20 1JS. Mrs. Janet Mains CB

Recommend: Approval

Crimchard Ward Cllrs J Dorse, Mrs. J Kenton and A J Prior

2. 12/00185/FUL Erection of a two storey side extension and single storey front extension. 24 John Gunn Close, Chard, Somerset TA20 1DG. Mr. & Mrs. D Bagg. LB LB

Recommend: Approval

Holyrood Ward Cllrs Mrs. B Halse, G Shortland, Mrs. S P Wyatt

2. 12/00353/FUL The erection of a detached dwellinghouse and garage and the formation of a new access. 9 St. Mary’s Crescent, Chard, Somerset TA20 2SZ. Mr. HT Hall. JM Recommend: Refusal on the grounds of access. Members expressed concern that access and egress to and from the proposed dwelling from the A358 was not suitable due to the close proximity to the bend.

For: 5 Against: 0 Abstention: 1

Jocelyn Ward Cllr Ms S K Pittwood

1. 12/00162/FUL The erection of a detached dwellinghouse, the widening of access and provision of parking. 12 Auckland Way, Chard, Somerset TA20 2BS. Mr. & Mrs. R Daniels. JM

Recommend: Approval

2. 12/00154/FUL Demolition and the erection of a replacement building for B2 (general industry) and B1 (office) use with associated parking. Brecknell Willis, Site B, Tapstone Road, Chard, Somerset. Brecknell Willis. AG

Recommend: Approval

12. Tree Preservation Orders

Combe Ward Cllrs A Kenton and M W Wale

For info only – 12/00402/TPO – Application to carry out tree surgery works to trees within G1, G2 & G3 of South Somerset District Council Tree Preservation Order (Chard No. 1) 2009. Land Adjacent Osprey, Touchstone Lane, Chard, Somerset. Mr. Nicholas Cleal PP

Recommend: Approval subject to SSDC Arborist

Jocelyn Ward Cllr Ms S K Pittwood

For info only – 12/00083/TPO – Application to carry out works to Laurel trees, Sycamore trees and Beech trees as on plan dated 5/1/12 within Chard Borough Council Tree Preservation Order 1970. Land Rear of Monmouth Court, Chard, Somerset TA20 1HQ. Mr. David Fradgley. PP

Recommend: Approval subject to SSDC Arborist

13. Correspondence

Item # 1 – For info only. Copy of a letter sent to Diana Watts, from Mrs. CH Ashford regarding an objection for the planning application 12/00201/FUL. NOTED

Item # 2 – For info only. Copy of letter sent to Diana Watts, from L.A. Fish regarding an objection for the planning application 12/00201/FUL. NOTED

Item #3 – For info only. Copy of Planning Application for Tatworth and Forton Parish Council – 11/05088/ 11/05088/FUL - Former Goods Yard, Chard Junction TA20 4QN - Change of use of land to B2 (General Industrial) and erection of concrete batching and mixing plant.

Chard Town Council will recommend refusal of this application. In the light of the SSDC Core Strategy and the future expansion of Chard and the necessity to reduce individual journeys by car to combat greenhouse gas emissions, development of this site would prejudice the re-opening of Chard Junction Station.

14. Highways

Item #1 – Highways Act 1980, the District of South Somerset (footpath CG31/9 (part) at Chard) Public Path Extinguishment Order 2012 (Furnham Crescent to rear of Fairport) NOTED

Item #2 – Letter from Balfour Beatty regarding work that will disrupt A303 Devonshire House to Ilminster. NOTED

15. To receive notification of Planning Determinations received from SSDC

11/04560/S73 Application to vary condition 02 and remove conditions 03 and 06 of planning approval 04/03334/FUL dated 24/01/2005. The Long Barn, Crewkerne Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 4BS. Mr. Simon Randolph. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommendation - Approval

11/05119/FUL Demolition of conservatory and erection of single storey extension to rear of dwellinghouse. 6 Barberry Drive, Chard, Somerset TA20 1HR. Mr. J Warner. SSDC Permit Development CTC Recommendation – Approval

11/04846/TPO Application to retrenchment prune x 1 Beech known as T1 within Chard Borough Council Tree Preservation Order 1970. 1 Monmouth Close, Chard, Somerset TA20 1HQ. SSDC Grant Consent - CTC Recommendation – Approval subject to SSDC arborist 12/00083/TPO Application to carry out works to Laurel trees, Sycamore trees and Beech trees as on plan dated 5/1/12 within Chard Bourough Council Tree

Preservation Order 1970. Land Rear of Monmouth Court, Chard, Somerset TA20 1HQ. Mr David Fradgley. SSDC Grant Consent

11/04800/TPO Application to carry out tree surgery works to 2 No. Oak Tree within Yeovil District Council (Char 1) Tree Preservation Order 1982. 15 Langdon Close, Chard, Somerset TA20 1DP. Mrs. Olive Stevenson SSDC Grant Consent CTC Recommendation – Noted 11/04837/FUL Erection of sand silo. Cerdic Foundries, Beeching Close, Chard, Somerset TA20 1BB. Mr. Taylor SSDC Grant Permission CTC Reccomendation – Approval

NOTED

There being no further business the meeting closed at 7.23pm

Minutes of the meeting of the Planning & Highways Committee Chard Town Council held on Monday 19th March 2012 in the Town Hall at 6.30pm.

Present: Councillors:

Councillor A. Prior (Chairman), G. Forsyth, Mrs. B Halse, Mrs. J Kenton, A. Kenton, Ms. S Pitwood, G. Shortland, M. Wale and Mrs. S Wyatt,

In Attendance: Sarah Robson - Town Clerk. There were 3 members of the public in attendance.

16. Apologies for absence and to consider whether to approve reasons given Councillor J Dorse – Family Illness

RESOLVED: to accept the apologies and approve the reasons given

17. Declarations of Interest Councillors Mrs. J and A Kenton declared a personal and prejudicial interest in Agenda Item # 23 as they have an approved planning application that will be subject to the Community Infrastructure Levy. Councillors Mrs. J Kenton, A. Kenton and G Shortland declared a personal interest in Agenda Item # 19 application no. 12/00534/COU on the grounds that the applicant is known to them.

18. Planning & Highways Committee Meeting - Minutes - To confirm and sign the th minutes of the previous Meeting held on Monday 20 February 2012 (LGA 1972, Sch 12 para41 (1).

RESOLVED – that the minutes of Planning & Highways Committee meeting held on the Monday 20th February 2012 be signed as a correct record.

19. To consider the following planning applications:-

Avishayes Ward Cllr A G Forsyth

1. 12/00534/COU Change of use of Public House to 1 No. dwelling. Ship Inn, Furnham Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 1BE. Mr. Darryl Norman. JM

Recommend: Approval

2. 12/00690/FUL Change of use to children’s soft play, creative play, and café to part ground and part first floor. Three Counties Glazing, Victoria Avenue, Chard, Somerset TA20 1EP. Mr. A Nichols. DW

Recommend: Approval on condition that the access and egress use different entrances. Access recommended via Victoria Road and egress recommended via Victoria roundabout.

Combe Ward Cllrs A Kenton and M W Wale

1. 12/00376/FUL Erection of conservatory to rear of dwellinghouse. 15 Furzehill, Chard, Somerset TA20 1AR. Mr. Rodney Anderson. CB

Recommend: Approval

2. 12/00527/LBC Replace rear windows. 7 Hope Terrace, Combe Street, Chard Somerset TA20 1JA. Mr. Jamie Adams. CB

Recommend: Approval

Holyrood Ward Cllrs Mrs. B Halse, G Shortland, Mrs. S P Wyatt

1. 12/00353/FUL The erection of a detached dwellinghouse and garage and the formation of a new access (revised scheme) 9 St. Mary’s Crescent, Chard, Somerset TA20 2DZ. JM The amendment is: Removal of external chimney and increase in ridge height by 320mm.

Recommend: Approval to amendment

Jocelyn Ward Cllr Ms. S K Pittwood

1. 12/00154/FUL Demolition and the erection of a replacement building for B2 (general industry) and B1 (office) use with associated parking. Brecknell Willis Site B, Tapstone Road, Chard, Somerset. AG The amendment is : Revised Planting Scheme.

Recommend: Approval to amendment

2. 12/00400/FUL Erection of detached dwellinghouse with Juliet balcony. Rowesfield, Forton Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 2HS. Mr. Peter Everard. JM

Recommend: Refusal; on the grounds of overdevelopment by reason of the size of the proposed dwelling in relation to the existing dwelling. Recommend a reduction in the size of the overall footprint. Members also expressed concern in relation to Highways issues on the grounds of safety and accessibility into the cul-de-sac.

20. Tree Preservation Orders

Combe Ward Cllrs A Kenton and M W Wale

For info only: 12/00752/TPO – Application to carry out works to Ash trees within G1, G2 and G3 of South Somerset District Council Tree Preservation Order (Chard No 1) 2009. Land Adjacent Osprey, Touchstone Lane, Chard, Somerset. Mr. Nick Cleal. PP

Noted

Jocelyn Ward Cllr Ms. S K Pittwood

For info only: 12/00952/TPO Application to carry out tree surgery works to 6 No. Beech trees and fell 1 No. Beech tree under Chard Borough Council Tree Preservation Order 1970. 32 Monmouth Court, Chard, Somerset TA20 1HQ. Mr. Richard Taylor PP

Noted

21. Correspondence

Item #1 – 12/00474/FUL The erection of an agricultural building, construction of an anaerobic digestion plant with associated buildings, infrastructure and yard areas, formation of a new access and landscaping works. Land adjacent Snowdon Hill Farm, Weston Road, Wambrook, Chard, Somerset TA20 3PS. The above application has been received, although it is not in our Parish it is adjacent to it.

Members considered the merits of the proposed plan and were in unanimous agreement that a recommendation to refuse the application should be made. This is on the grounds that there is insufficient effluent produced on site to make the plant viable and that concerns were raised in relation to vehicular movement and transportation of effluent through Chard.

Item #2 – A copy of a letter sent to Planning Officer Diana Watts, regarding planning application 12/00201/FUL – Le Chalet, Hornsbury Hill, Chard TA20 3DB

Noted

Item #3 – A copy of a letter sent to SSDC regarding planning application 12/00201/FUL – Le Chalet, Hornsbury Hill, Chard TA20 3DB

Noted

22. Street naming - Suggestions of future names for new roads in Chard

Members agreed that a recommendation of ‘Brunel Court’ be proposed for the road along the new development by Chard Old Station.

7.10pm Councillors Mrs. J and A. Kenton left the meeting

23. Community Infrastructure Levy – to consider the Preliminary Draft Charging Schedule from SSDC.

After some debate Members expressed concern about the impact this proposed new tax will have on future development within Chard. In particular the effect on the Chard Eastern Regeneration. There was dissatisfaction at the inequality of the levy shown between Chard and Yeovil, and the potential this could have to act as a deterrent for developers wishing to build in this area. Also there was agreement that the levy of £150.00 per sq m was excessive.

7.20 pm Councillors Mrs. J and A. Kenton rejoined the meeting

24. To receive notification of Planning Determinations received from SSDC

12/00185/FUL Erection of a two storey side extension and single storey front extension. 24 John Gunn Close, Chard, Somerset TA20 1DG. Mr. & Mrs. D Bagg. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend

12/00002/TPO Application to carry out tree surgery works to an Oak tree shown as T1 of SSDC Tree Preservation order 1989. Grass Verge Outside No 30 64 Crib Close Chard Somerset TA20 1EE. SSDC Grant Consent CTC Recommend

12/00075/FUL Erection of first floor extension to dwellinghouse. 15 Crewkerne Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 1EZ. Mr. & Mrs. Chris Medland. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend

12/00076/FUL Erection of carport (retrospective) 5 Foxglove Way, Chard, Somerset TA20 1HT. Mr. M Callow. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend

11/05030/FUL The carrying out of alterations to include the conversion of garage into ancillary accommodation and the erection of a conservatory. Four Walls Cottage, 52 Crimchard, Chard, Somerset TA20 1JS. Mrs. Janet Mains. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend

11/05031/LBC The carrying out of alterations to include the conversion of garage into ancillary accommodation and the erection of a conservatory. Four Walls Cottage, 52 Crimchard, Chard, Somerset TA20 1JS. Mrs. Janet Mains. SSDC Grant Consent CTC Recommend

12/00178/S73 Application to vary condition 2 of planning permission 11/03206/FUL to relocate extension to Block B by 600mm. Holyrood Academy, Zembard Lane, Chard, Somerset TA20 1JL. Mrs. Tina Coles SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend – Approval

12/00402/TPO Application to carry out tree surgery works to trees within G1, G2 & G3 of South Somerset District Council Tree Preservation Order (Chard No.1) Land Adjacent, Osprey, Touchstone Lane, Chard, Somerset. Mr. Nicholas Cleal. SSDC Grant Consent CTC Recommend – Approval

11/04235/FUL Change of use of former gas depot (use class B2) for the siting of 93 self storage units (use class B8) with associated access. Former Gas Depot, Furnham Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 1HE. UK Storage Company Ltd. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend – Refusal

12/00201/FUL The erection of a detached garage (revised application) Le Chalet, Hornsbury Hill, Chard, Somerset TA20 3DB. Mr. Brian Harding. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend - Refusal

Noted

Crimchard Ward Members were reminded that a meeting would need to be set up with Redstart School to discuss ongoing traffic and parking problems that were previously reported.

There being no further business the meeting closed at 7.25pm

Minutes of the meeting of the Planning & Highways Committee Chard Town Council held on Monday 16th April 2012 in the Town Hall at 6.30pm.

Present: Councillors:

Councillor A. Prior (Chairman), G. Forsyth, Mrs. B Halse, Mrs. J Kenton, A. Kenton, Ms. S Pitwood, G. Shortland, M. Wale and Mrs. S Wyatt,

In Attendance: Sarah Robson - Town Clerk. There were 10 members of the public and 1 member of the press in attendance.

25. Apologies for absence and to consider whether to approve reasons given Councillor J Dorse – Family Illness

RESOLVED: to accept the apologies and approve the reasons given

26. Declarations of Interest Councillors Mrs. J and A Kenton declared a personal interest in Agenda Item # 28 application no. 12/01311/S73 on the grounds that the applicant is known to them.

Councillor Mrs. J Kenton declared a personal and prejudicial interest in Agenda Item # 28 application no. 12/00169/FUL on the grounds that she is a County Councillor and the land is owned by Somerset County Council

Councillor G Shortland declared a personal and prejudicial interest in Agenda Item # 28 application no. 12/00169/FUL on the grounds that he has close family members that fundraise for the surgery.

Councillor Mrs. B Halse declared a personal and prejudicial interest in Agenda Item # 28 application no. 11/04212/FUL on the grounds that she owns a property adjacent to the proposed development site.

27. Planning & Highways Committee Meeting - Minutes - To confirm and sign the th minutes of the previous Meeting held on Monday 19 March 2012 (LGA 1972, Sch 12 para41 (1).

RESOLVED – that the minutes of Planning & Highways Committee meeting held on the Monday 19th March 2012 be signed as a correct record.

28. To consider the following planning applications:-

It was agreed to vary the order of business to allow those members of the public in attendance to hear the debate and then leave the meeting.

Holyrood Ward Cllrs Mrs. B Halse, G Shortland, Mrs. S P Wyatt

6.45pm Councillor Mrs. Halse left the meeting

2. 11/04212/FUL Development of 63 (amended to 60) residential dwellings with associated vehicular and pedestrian access, landscaping, site re-grading and related infrastructure and engineering works. Land at Mitchell Gardens, (Snowdon Farm), Shepherds Lane, Chard, Somerset TA20 1QU. Redrow Homes Ltd. AG The amendments are: Additional information and revised layout in relation to affordable housing, relationship with lime trees, heritage assessment and layout.

Recommend: Unanimous refusal on the following grounds;

The proposed site falls outside development limits The proposed site is outside the Local Plan and contrary to Core Strategy and Chard Regeneration Plan Insufficient provision for increased traffic – Highways concerns Detrimental impact on wildlife – in particular badger sets, hazel dormice, slow worms, grass snakes and other mammals and reptiles. Siting and location of affordable homes is contrary to District Council policy

A formal objection was also raised in relation to the removal of the turnstile and also the removal of part of the wall which is listed and has historic significance. Members’ attention was drawn to a restrictive covenant and a request was made to refer this to SSDC. 6.50pm Councillor Mrs. Halse returned to the meeting and 6 members of the public left the meeting.

Crimchard Ward Cllrs J Dorse, Mrs. J Kenton and A J Prior

1. 12/01311/S73 Application to vary condition no. 02 (approved plans), 03 (materials) and 05 (landscaping) of planning approval 09/04756/FUL (part retrospective) Plot 9, Chard Business Park, Thorndun Park Drive, Chard, Somerset. Mr. Vince Finn. JM

Recommend: Approval 7.00pm Councillors Mrs. Kenton and Shortland left the meeting

7.05pm Standing Orders were suspended to allow Mr. Dave Bulmer to address Members

7.07pm Standing Orders were re-instated

Holyrood Ward Cllrs Mrs. B Halse, G Shortland, Mrs. S P Wyatt

1. 12/00169/FUL Erection of a new single storey medical centre with associated external works and car park. Land part of playing field, St Mary’s Crescent, Chard, Somerset. Haven Health Properties Ltd. AG

3. 12/00169/FUL Erection of a new single storey medical centre with associated external works and car parking. Land part of playing field, St Mary’s Crescent, Chard, Somerset. Haven Health Properties Ltd. AG Amended plans: Revised drawings, Windows inserted into east elevation of the future expansion element and correct positioning of roof lights.

Propose Refusal - For: 4 Against: 3 Recommend: Refusal on the following grounds;

Access and egress at St Mary’s Crescent is not acceptable Junction inadequate for increased volume of traffic onto main A358 Loss of School Playing Fields

7.10pm Councillors Mrs. Kenton and Shortland returned to the meeting

29. Tree Preservation Orders

Jocelyn Ward Cllr Ms. S K Pittwood

12/01262/TPO Application to fell 3 No. Sycamore trees (T1, T2, T3 on plan) within Chard Borough Council Tree Preservation Order 1970. Land Rear of Monmouth Court, Chard, Somerset TA20 2HQ. Mr. David Fradgley. PP

Recommend: Approval subject to agreement from SSDC arborist

30. Correspondence

Item #1 – A copy of a letter sent to SSDC regarding Parking Restrictions in Chard. Noted

31. Highways

Item # 1 – SCC - Notice and plan showing the intent to introduce a zebra crossing on Holyrood Street / Bath Street, Chard. Noted Item #2 – SSDC – Notice of intention to name a road in Chard (for information only). Noted

32. To receive notification of Planning Determinations received from SSDC

12/00177/FUL The erection of a single storey extension to east elevation, the erection of a single storey extension to north elevation, extension to car park by 2 No. parking bays and the erection of a pavilion building. The Redstart Primary School, Redstart Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 1SD. SSDC Grant Permission with conditions CTC Recommend Approval

12/00573/TPO Application to fell 1 No. Cherry tree known as T1 with South Somerset District Tree Preservation Order 1999. Mr. Colin Inder. SSDC Grant Consent CTC Recommend

12/00752/TPO Application to carry out works to Ash trees within G1, G2 and G3 of South Somerset District Council Tree Preservation Order (Chard No 1). Mr. Nick Cleal SSDC Grant Consent CTC Recommend

12/00527/LBC Replace rear windows. 7 Hope Terrace, Combe Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1JA. Mr. Jamie Adams SSDC Grant Consent CTC Recommend - Approval

12/00353/FUL The erection of a detached dwellinghouse and garage and the formation of a new access. 9 St Mary’s Crescent, Chard TA20 2DZ. Mr. H T Hall. SSDC Grant Permission – With conditions CTC Recommend – Approval for amended plans

12/00534/COU Change of use of public house to 1 No. dwelling. Ship Inn, Furnham Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 1BE. Mr. Darryl Norman. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend - Approval

12/00376/FUL Erection of conservatory to rear of dwellinghouse. 15 Furzehill, Chard, Somerset TA20 1AR. Mr. Rodney Anderson. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend – Approval

The decisions were noted

There being no further business the meeting closed at 7.10pm

Minutes of the meeting of the Planning & Highways Committee Chard Town Council held on Monday 14th May 2012 in the Town Hall at 6.30pm.

Present: Councillors:

Councillors A. J. Prior (Chairman), A. G. Forsyth, Mrs. B. Halse, Ms S. K. Pittwood, G Shortland and M. Wale

In Attendance: Sarah Robson - Town Clerk.

33. Apologies for absence and to consider whether to approve reasons given

Councillors A. Kenton, Mrs. J Kenton and Mrs. S Wyatt – Away on Holiday

RESOLVED: to accept the apologies and approve the reasons given

34. Declarations of Interest. Councillor Mrs. Halse declared a Personal Interest in Agenda Item # 36 – Holyrood App No. 12/01363/LBC as the applicant is known to her. All Councillors present declared a Personal Interest in Agenda Item # 36 – Holyrood App No. 12/01375/LBC being Members of the Town Council that own the building.

35. Planning & Highways Committee Meeting - Minutes - To confirm and sign the minutes of the previous Meeting held on Monday 16th April 2012 (previously circulated). LGA 1972, Sch 12 para41 (1).

RESOLVED – that the minutes of Planning & Highways Committee meeting held on the Monday 16th April 2012 be signed as a correct record.

36. To consider the following planning applications:-

Avishayes Ward Cllr A G Forsyth

1. 12/01506/CPO; Deposit of soils to raise land at field no 9071 to south east of Newlands Farm House. Newlands Farm, Crewkerne Road, Chard, TA20 4BS. Mr N Spurdle. BM Recommend: Approval with conditions: • Consideration is given to the protection of the waterways to avoid any seepage or flooding • Regard is given to the access and egress of the site to/from the road • A full Impact Assessment Statement is carried out • A full Biodiversity Report is undertaken

The Committee wish to object that not enough time has been allowed during the consultation period to respond before a decision was made.

2. 12/01054/FUL; The installation of a flue. The Long Barn, Crewkerne Road, Chard, Somerset. TA20 4BS. Mr. Simon Randolph. JM Recommend: Approval

3. 12/01535/FUL; The erection of a timber framed log store (Retrospective Application). The Long Barn. Crewkerne Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 4BS. Mr. Simon Randolph. JM Recommend: Approval

Holyrood Ward Cllrs Mrs. B Halse, G Shortland, Mrs. S P Wyatt

1. 12/01363/LBC; External and internal alterations to include new staircase (part implemented). 131 High Street, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1QT. Mrs Sally Fox. CB Recommend: Approval

2. 12/01600/COU; Change of use of ground floor from hair/beauty salon (Use Class A1) to 1 no. self contained flat. 4 Boden Villas, Mill Lane, Chard, Somerset. TA20 2AR Mr John Bale. DW Recommend: Approval

3. 12/01375/LBC ; Reposition existing blue plaque and display of second blue plaque to commemorate Her Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee. The Guildhall, Fore Street, Chard, Somerset. TA20 1PP. Mrs Sarah Robson. CB Recommend: Approval

37. Correspondence

Item #1 – Somerset County Council – Somerset’s Parking Strategy 2012 – 2026 Noted

38. To receive notification of Planning Determinations received from SSDC

12/00400/FUL; Erection of detached dwellinghouse with Juliet Balcony. Rowesfield, Forton Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 2HS. SSDC - Refusal CTC Recommend - Refusal; on the grounds of overdevelopment by reason of the size of the proposed dwelling in relation to the existing dwelling. Recommend a reduction in the size of the overall footprint. Members also expressed concern in relation to Highways issues on the grounds of safety and accessibility into the cul-de-sac.

12/00169/FUL; Erection of a new single storey medical centre with associated external works and car parking. Land part of playing field, St Mary’s Crescent, Chard. Haven Health Properties Ltd. SSDC – APPLICATION NOW WITHDRAWN CTC Recommend – Refusal

12/00154/FUL; Demolition and the erection of a replacement building for B2 and B1 use with associated parking. Brecknell Willis Site B, Tapstone Road, Chard, Somerset. SSDC - Grant Permission CTC Recommend - Approval of amended plans

11/04212/FUL; Development of 61 residential dwellings with associated vehicular and pedestrian access, landscaping, site re-grading and related infrastructure and engineering works. Land at Mitchell Gardens, Shepherd’s Lane, Chard. Redrow Homes South West. SSDC - Refusal CTC Recommend – Refusal

12/00474/FUL; The erection of an agricultural building, construction of an anaerobic digestion plant with associated buildings, infrastructure and yard areas, formation of a new access and landscaping works. Land Adjacent Snowdon Hill Farm, Weston Road, Wambrook, Chard TA20 3PS. SSDC Grant Permission with conditions

11/05130/S73; Application to vary condition No. 02 of planning permission 10/01967/FUL to carry out alterations to plots 22-26, 20/21, 30/31, 38, 39-46 and the addition of plot 1. Old Station Yard, Victoria Avenue, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1EQ. Raglan Housing Association. SSDC - Grant Permission CTC Recommend – Approval

The decisions were noted

There being no further business the meeting closed at 6.45pm

Minutes of the meeting of the Planning & Highways Committee Chard Town Council held on Monday 18th June 2012 in the Town Hall at 6.30pm.

Present: Councillors:

Councillors Forsyth, Ms. Pittwood, Wale and Mrs. Wyatt

In Attendance: Sarah Robson - Town Clerk. 1 Member of the Press and 2 Members of the Public

In the absence of the chairman Councillor Mrs. Wyatt that Councillor Wale chaired the meeting. Councillor Ms. Pittwood seconded the proposal.

Councillor Wale took the chair.

39. Apologies for absence and to consider whether to approve reasons given

Councillors Mrs. B Halse and A Prior – Away on Holiday

RESOLVED: to accept the apologies and approve the reasons given

40. Declarations of Interest.

None declared

41. Planning & Highways Committee Meeting - Minutes - To confirm and sign the minutes of the previous Meeting held on Monday 14th May 2012 (previously circulated). LGA 1972, Sch 12 para41 (1).

RESOLVED – that the minutes of Planning & Highways Committee meeting held on the Monday 14th May 2012 be signed as a correct record.

42. To consider the following planning applications:-

Crimchard Ward Cllrs J Dorse and A J Prior

1. 12/01717/FUL; Alterations and change of use of business unit to a meeting place for Chard School of TAGB Taekwondo (D1 and D2). Unit B, Plot 22, Leach Road, Chard Business Park, Chard, Somerset. Chard TAGB. JM Recommend: Approval 2. 12/01934/FUL; The erection of a two story side extension and alterations to include extension to existing porch. 15 Campion Gardens, Chard TA20 1DJ. Mr Christopher Gay. CB Recommend: Approval

3. 12/01967/REM; The erection of an attached dwelling (reserved matters of 09/01216/OUT) Land adjoining 58 Thorndun Park Drive, Chard, Somerset, Chard TA20 1DH. Miss C Cook LB Recommend: Approval

4. 12/01831/FUL; The erection of a single storey side extension and extension to front of garage. 182 Druids Walk, Chard, Somerset, Chard. TA20 1BN. Mrs J Fussell CB LB Recommend: Approval

5. 12/01399/FUL; The conversion of 1 No. Dwelling into 2 No. Dwellings. Fairfields, Hornsbury Hill, Chard, Somerset TA20 3DB. Mr. Adrian John Brown. LH Recommend: Approval

Holyrood Ward Cllrs Mrs. B Halse and Mrs. S P Wyatt

1. 12/02163/COU; The change of use of premises from Use Class A1 (shop) to A3 (Restaurant). 19 High Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1QF. Mr. Shakil Hassan. LH Recommend: Approval

Jocelyn Ward Cllr Ms S K Pittwood

1. 12/00162/FUL; The erection of a detached dwellinghouse, the widening of access and provision of parking. 12 Auckland Way, Chard, Somerset, TA20 2BS. Mr and Mrs R. Daniels. Previous Recommendation: - Approval The amendment is - Redesign of dwelling and repositioning of openings. JM For information only. Delegated Powers: Decision made 14th May 2012

Noted

2. 12/01032/FUL; Demolition of existing workshop/store and timber framed extension and erection of one pair of two and a half storey semi-detached dwellinghouses with balconies. Nursery Villas, Crewkerne Road, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1HA. Mr and Mrs Dennis Bass. LB Recommend: Refusal on the grounds that overdevelopment will result in loss of amenity. The members’ opinion was that one would be acceptable but two is too many.

3. 12/01633/FUL; Conversion of part of garage to bathroom and study and erection of back porch. Old Orchard, Forton Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 2HS. Mr Alan Braley CB Recommend: Approval

43. Correspondence i) SSDC – Advice of Appeal Receipt ref 11/04212/FUL – Development of 61 residential dwellings with associated vehicular and pedestrian access, landscaping, site re-grading and related infrastructure and engineering works. Appeal by Redrow Homes Appeal Type: Public Enquiry Noted ii) SCC - Notice of Temporary Road Closure – Boden Street, Chard The road will be closed from 4th July 2012 and is expected to last for 2 evenings to enable resurfacing to be carried out in the road. Noted

44. To consider Highway issues and problems with statutory undertakers

Members asked the Clerk to write to SCC Highways to express their concerns in relation to recent works that have been carried out by their contractors. It was considered that the work in the Avishayes ward had been poorly co-ordinated, the works around school routes have caused difficulties with road safety crossings and poor communication with partner agencies too. It was regrettable that had there been no PCSO involvement that could have improved the pedestrian management for children and parents. It was also noted that traffic enforcement has begun in Chard.

45. To receive notification of Planning Determinations received from SSDC 12/00952/TPO; Application to carry out tree surgery works to 6 No. Beech trees and fell 1 No. Beech tree under Chard Borough Council Tree Preservation Order 1970. 32 Monmouth Court, Chard, Somerset TA20 1HQ. Mr. Richard Taylor. PP CTC noted SSDC Grant Consent

12/01506/CPO; Deposit of inert materials/soils to raise land for agricultural purposes at field no.s 071 and 0172 to south east of Newlands Farm House. Newlands Farm, Crewkerne Road, Chard, TA20 4BS. Mr N. Spurdle. BM CTC Recommendation - Approval with conditions SSDC Grant Approval

12/01262/TPO; Application to fell 3 No. Sycamore trees (T1, T2, T3 on plan) within Chard Borough Council Tree Preservation Order 1970. Land Rear of Monmouth Court, Chard, Somerset TA20 1HQ. Mr David Fradgley PP CTC Recommendation - Approval subject to agreement from SSDC arborist SSDC Grant Consent

12/01375/LBC; Reposition existing Blue Plaque and display of second blue plaque to commemorate Her Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee. The Guildhall, Fore Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1PP. Mrs. Sarah Robson CTC Recommendation - Approval SSDC Grant Consent subject to conditions 12/00690/FUL; Change of use to children’s soft play, creative play and ancillary cafe to part ground and part first floor. Three Counties Glazing, Victoria Avenue, Chard, Somerset TA20 1EP. Mr A Nichols CTC Recommendation - Approval with conditions SSDC Refusal

12/01363/LBC; External and internal alterations to include new staircase (part implemented) 131 High Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1QT. Mrs Sally Fox CTC Recommendation – Approval SSDC Grant Consent

12/01311/S73A; Application to vary condition No. 02 (approved plans), 03 (materials) and 05 (landscaping) of planning approval 09/04756/FUL. Plot 9, Chard Business Park, Thorndun Park Drive, Chard, Somerset. Mr. Vince Finn CTC Recommendation – Approval SSDC Grant Permission

12/01600/COU; Change of use of ground floor from hair/beauty salon (Use Class A1) to 1 No. Self contained flat. 4 Boden Villas, Mill Lane, Chard, Somerset TA20 2AR. Mr. John Bale. CTC Recommendation – Approval SSDC Grant Permission

The decisions were noted

There being no further business the meeting closed at 6.55pm.

Minutes of the meeting of the Planning & Highways Committee Chard Town Council held on Monday 16th July 2012 in the Town Hall at 6.30pm.

Present: Councillors:

Councillors A. J. Prior (Chairman), Forsyth, Mrs. Halse, Ms. Pittwood, Wale and Mrs. Wyatt

In Attendance: Sarah Robson - Town Clerk. There were 8 members of the public and 1 member of the press in attendance.

46. Apologies for absence and to consider whether to approve reasons given There were no apologies given

47. Declarations of Interest. Councillor Ms. Pittwood declared a Personal Interest in Planning Application Jocelyn 12/01847/FUL as she has a friend who is employed by Numatics.

48. Planning & Highways Committee Meeting - Minutes - To confirm and sign the minutes of the previous Meeting held on Monday 18th June 2012 (previously circulated). LGA 1972, Sch 12 para41(1).

RESOLVED – that the minutes of Planning & Highways Committee meeting held on the Monday 18th June 2012 be signed as a correct record.

49. To consider the following planning applications:-

Avishayes Ward Cllr A G Forsyth

1. 12/02312/FUL: The erection of fencing and the part change of use of agricultural land to residential for The Long Barn (Retrospective). The Long Barn, Crewkerne Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 4BS. Mr. Simon Randolph. JM Recommend: Approval

2. 12/02327/FUL: The installation of 2.4m high security fencing to service yard. B&Q, Furnham Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 1AX. Mrs. Karen Holdaway. JM Recommend: Approval

3. 12/02443/FUL: Change of use of unit 3 to Hostel. Unit 3, Three Counties Glazing, Victoria Avenue, Chard, Somerset TA20 1EP. Mr. EM Heaver. DW Recommend: Refusal - on the grounds that it would be appropriate due to traffic congestion and Highway management issues with access, on the grounds of safety.

Combe Ward Cllr M W Wale

1. 11/02275/FUL: The erection of 3 No. terrace dwellinghouse (Revised Application) Land Adjacent The Furnham Inn, Victoria Avenue, Chard, Somerset TA20 1AW. LH THE AMENDMENTS ARE: Alterations to car parking arrangements LH Recommend: Approval

2. 12/02351/FUL: Application for a new planning permission to replace extant permission 09/02522/FUL for the conversion of offices to 5 No. Flats. 35 Fore Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1PT. Colina Builders. LH Recommend: Approval - on the grounds that normal parking provisions apply ( 11/2 Spaces per dwelling).

3. 12/02365/LBC: External alterations to include the installation of 1 satellite dish and the replacement of 1 No. window on front elevation. 17 Hope Terrace, Combe Street, Chard TA20 1JA. Mrs. Stella Evans. LB Recommend: Approval

Crimchard Ward Cllrs J Dorse and A J Prior

1. 12/01967/REM: The erection of an attached dwelling (Reserved Matters). Land Adjoining 58 Thorndun Park Drive, Chard, Somerset TA20 1DH. LB Previous Recommendation: - Approval The amendment is - Height of porch reduced. For information only. Delegated Powers: Decision made 19th June 2012 CTC Recommend - Approval

Holyrood Ward Cllrs Mrs. B Halse and Mrs. S P Wyatt

1. 12/02242/FUL: Alterations and the change of use of premises from financial professional services (Use Class A2) to 1 No. residential unit. 36A Holyrood Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 2AJ. Mike Loveless & Sons. JM Recommend: Refusal – on the grounds that normal parking provisions have not been applied ( 11/2 Spaces per dwelling).

2. 12/02226/ADV: The display of 2 No. non illuminated wall mounted billboard signs. Lidl’s Superstore, Boden Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 2AX. Lidl. DW For information only. Delegated Powers: Decision made 18th June 2012 CTC Recommend - Refusal on the grounds of the size in a conservation area.

The Clerk reminded Members of the advice given by the Monitoring Officer regarding the declaration of a personal and prejudicial interest due to the potential planning gain from this proposed development, that would financially benefit this Council.

Councillor Wale declared a Personal Interest.

Councillor Prior suggested that unless the position had changed since the application was previously considered that the same comments would be made to the Local Planning Authority. No vote was taken and no formal recommendation was proposed.

3. 12/02448/FUL: Erection of a new single storey medical centre with associated external works and car parking. Land Part of Playing Field, St Mary’s Crescent, Chard, Somerset. Haven Health Properties LTD. AG Additional information received: Planning Summary document No formal recommendation was made for the reason above, however the Members confirmed without a vote that their position had not changed and that refusal should be proposed on the following grounds:- Access and egress at St Mary’s Crescent is not acceptable. Junction inadequate for increased volume of traffic onto main A358. Loss of School playing fields.

4. 12/01844/FUL: The installation of a new shop front. 2 Fore Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1PH. Mr. Keith Farrant. DW Recommend: Approval

5. 12/01845/ADV: The display of 1 No. externally illuminated fascia sign and 1 No. externally illuminated projecting sign. 2 Fore Street, Chard TA20 1PH. Mr. Keith Farrant. DW Recommend: Approval

Jocelyn Ward Cllr Ms. S K Pittwood

1. 12/01847/FUL: Erection of extension to industrial building. Numatic International Ltd, Millfield Industrial Estate, Chard, Somerset TA20 2GB. Numatic International Ltd. Recommend: Approval DW

50. To consider Residents’ Parking Permits in the light of the introduction of civil parking enforcement

Members debated the issue of on street parking in the residential areas that exist within the Town Centre and the difficulties this is causing property owners now that civil parking enforcement is taking place. It was agreed that a letter should be sent to Somerset County Council and South Somerset District Council to encourage them to consider resident parking permits for Chard. This is a service that is already in place in other towns and this Committee agreed to write on behalf of the residents to support their request. A petition was received on behalf of the residents which would be forwarded on to the Local Authority.

51. To nominate members to form a working group to draft a Forward Plan for the Planning & Highways Committee The Clerk agreed to provide a draft Forward Plan for consideration at the next meeting.

52. Correspondence Item #1 – SSDC - Street Naming and Numbering Service of the District Council notice indicating that they intend to pass a resolution on 19th July 2012 under paragraph 25 of schedule 14 of the Local Government Act 1972.

Item #2 – Atkins Skanska - Highways Agency Area 2 Change of service provider notice that with effect from 1st July the Highways Agency Area 2 Network will be maintained and managed on behalf of the Highways Agency by a new Service Provider called Atkins Skanska.

Item#3 – SCC - Highways Act 1980 – Section 96. Consent to plant in and maintain the Highway. Consent granted for Chard Town Council to plant and maintain the highway at the junction of Holyrood Street/ Duck Lane, Chard.

Item# 4 – SSDC - New Road Name in Chard. Notification of a new street name in Chard. There is now an area known as Brunel Court. A map will follow to show the boundaries of the new street name.

Noted

53. Highways

Item#1 SCC - Temporary Road Closure, Touchstone Lane SCC has sent notice of a temporary road Closure at Touchstone Lane, Chard. The road will be closed from 6th August 2012 and is expected to last 3 days in order for resurfacing works to be carried out.

Noted

54. To receive notification of Planning Determinations received from SSDC

12/01054/FUL: The installation of a flue. The Long Barn, Crewkerne Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 4BS. Mr. Simon Randolph. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend - Approval

12/01535/FUL: The erection of a timber framed log store. The Long Barn, Crewkerne Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 4BS. Mr. Simon Randolph. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend - Approval

12/00162/FUL: The erection of a detached dwellinghouse, the widening of access and provision of parking. 12 Auckland Way, Chard, Somerset TA20 2BS. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend – Approval

12/01032/FUL: Demolition of existing workshop/ store and timber framed extension and erection of one pair of two and a half storey semi-detached dwellinghouses with balconies. Nursery Villas, Crewkerne Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 1HA. Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Bass. SSDC Refuse Permission CTC Recommend – Refusal

12/01717/FUL: Alterations and change of use of business unit to a meeting place for Chard School of TAGB Taekwondo. Unit B, Plot 22, Leach Road, Chard Business Park, Chard, Somerset. Chard TAGB. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend - Approval

The decisions were noted.

There being no further business the meeting closed at 7.20pm.

Minutes of the meeting of the Planning & Highways Committee Chard Town Council held on Monday 20th August 2012 in the Town Hall at 6.30pm.

Present: Councillors:

Councillors A. J. Prior (Chairman), Forsyth, Ms. Pittwood and Mrs. Wyatt.

In Attendance: Terry Powell – Operations Manager. There were three members of public and one member of the press present.

55. Apologies for absence and to consider whether to approve reasons given

Councillors Mrs. Halse and Wale – Away on Holiday

RESOLVED: to accept the apologies and approve the reasons given

56. Declarations of Interest.

Councillor Prior declared a personal interest in Agenda Item #58 - application in Holyrood Ward 12/02570/FUL with the applicant being connected with Chard Museum of which Councillor Prior is a Trustee.

57. Planning & Highways Committee Meeting - Minutes - To confirm and sign the minutes of the previous Meeting held on Monday 16th July 2012 (previously circulated). LGA 1972, Sch 12 para41(1).

RESOLVED – that the minutes of Planning & Highways Committee meeting held on the Monday 16th July 2012 be signed as a correct record.

58. To consider the following planning applications:-

Avishayes Ward Cllr A G Forsyth

1. 12/02738/CPO: Variation of conditions 12 and 13 of permission 05/03174/CPO to enable the site to remain open until 7pm on Mondays only, between 1st October and 31st March. Former Chard Sewage Treatment Works, Beeching Close, Chard, Somerset. KT Recommend: Approval

2. 12/02511/FUL: Erection of 6 No. dwellinghouses, 1 block of 3 No. flats, garaging with flat over, associated car parking and access. Land between Old Station Court and Great Western Road, Chard, Somerset. Raglan Housing Association. AN Recommend: Approval

3. 12/02443/FUL: Change of use of unit 3 to hostel. Unit 3, Three Counties Glazing, Victoria Avenue, Chard, Somerset TA20 1EP. DW Amendment: Amended parking layout and additional details received regarding check in times. Recommend: Approval

Crimchard Ward Cllrs J Dorse and A J Prior

1. 12/02589/FUL: Demolition of existing dwellinghouse, erection of replacement dwellinghouse and construction of new access. Hornsbury Farm, Hornsbury Hill, Chard, Somerset TA20 3DB. Mr. I Nutt LH Recommend: Approval

2. 12/02691/FUL: The erection of 1 No. pair of semi detached dwellings. Site of Former 75 Furnham Road, Mount Hindrance Lane, Chard, Somerset. Mr. Mark Pearce. Recommend: Approval

Holyrood Ward Cllrs Mrs. B Halse and Mrs. S P Wyatt

1. 12/02570/FUL: Conversion of existing dwelling into 2 No. dwellings and the erection of a detached dwelling. 3 St Mary’s Crescent, Chard, Somerset TA20 2DZ. Mr. R Bennett & Mrs. G Bews. LH Recommend: Approval

2. 12/02448/FUL: Erection of a new single storey medical centre with associated external works and car parking. Land part of playing field, St Mary’s Crescent, Chard, Somerset. AG Amendment: To the red line boundary at the junction of St. Mary’s Crescent with Summerfields Road. For information only. Delegated Powers: Decision made 26th July 2012 CTC Recommend - Refusal on the following grounds;

Access and egress at St Mary’s Crescent is not acceptable Junction inadequate for increased volume of traffic onto main A358 Loss of School Playing Fields Noted

3. 12/02656/FUL: Alterations to side boundary wall and the installation of a satellite dish on existing chimney. 131 High Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1QT. Mrs. Sally Fox. Recommend: Approval CB

4. 12/02839/FUL: The installation of a new shop front. 4 Fore Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1PH. Mr. Keith Farrant. DW Recommend: Approval

5. 12/02840/ADV: The display of 1 No. externally illuminated fascia sign and 1 No. internally illuminated projecting sign. 4 Fore Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1PH. Mr. Keith Farrant. DW Additional Information: Regarding the down lighter above the fascia Recommend: Approval

6. 12/02947/ADV: The display of 1 No. wall mounted board showing a map of Chard with the location of town centre traders. Sainsbury’s, Holyrood Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 2DN. Chard Town Council. CB Recommend: Approval

7. 12/02697/FUL: The replacement of roller shutter door with fire door and removal and blocking up of first floor window on rear elevation. 4 Fore Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1PH. Mr. John Moody. DW Recommend: Approval (the above application appeared in the wrong ward on the agenda)

Jocelyn Ward Cllr Ms S K Pittwood

1. 12/02514/FUL: Installation of new trolley bays and erection of fence style wall to entrance/exit. Tesco Stores Ltd, Tapstone Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 2LW. Tesco Stores LTD. LB Recommend: Approval

2. 12/02698/FUL: The erection of a single storey rear extension. 8 Bubwith Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 2BN. Mr. T. Chard. CB Recommend: Approval

59. Tree Preservation Orders

Jocelyn Ward Cllr Ms S K Pittwood

1. 12/03041/TPO: Application to carry out tree surgery works to 1 No. Beech Tree within Chard Borough Council’s Tree Preservation Order 1970. Beech House, Lyddons Mead, Chard, Somerset TA20 1HD. PP Recommend: Approval subject to the views of the SSDC arborist.

60. Notice of Motion from Councillor Mrs. S Wyatt received on 9th August 2012 “that this Committee, being aware of the concerns felt by a number of residents, resolves that any comments and complaints received by the Council are passed without delay to the Highway Authority, both to the relevant officers and to the County Councillors representing the area, for their consideration.”

Councillor Mrs. S Wyatt withdrew the motion with it being linked to agenda item #62 b.

61. Correspondence

a) Somerset County Council - notification of a temporary road closure of Thorndun Park Drive, Britannia Way and John Gunn Close on 2nd October 2012. It is expected to last for 2 days to enable resurfacing works.

Noted

b) South Somerset District Council – Assessment of public car parks in South Somerset. Invitation to Town Council to comment on review of provision

Details are to be made available at a later meeting

c) Mr. Fish – Copy of letter sent to SSDC re planning application 12/02589/FUL

Noted

d) David Laws MP – letter in support or residents’ parking permits

Noted

e) SSDC - 12/02242/FUL Alteration and the change of use of premises from financial and professional services to 1 No. residential unit. 36A Holyrood Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 2AJ. Mike Loveless and Sons.

Notification that the above Planning application will be discussed at Area West Committee Meeting on 15th August 2012 at Horton Village Hall, Broadway Hill, Horton at approximately 6.45pm. Members from the Town Council can attend the meeting and make additional comments on the application if they wish. (The plan originally went to the Planning and Highways Committee Meeting on Monday 16th July 2012 and the Town Council recommended refusal on the grounds that normal parking provisions have not been applied ( 11/2 Spaces per dwelling)).

Members were notified that Councillor Mrs. Halse attended the Area East committee meeting held on 15th August 2012 and will be asked to provide a summary of the meeting at the next Planning & Highways Committee meeting.

62. To consider Highway issues

a) To receive update regarding request to SCC for Residents’ Parking Permits

The Operations Manger advised members that we are still awaiting a response from SCC officers.

b) To reconsider the Town Council’s on street parking recommendations to SCC dated Autumn 2010

Following a discussion on the recommendations made to SSDC in November 2010 by Chard Town Council, it was proposed to resubmit recommendations submitted in the letter dated November 2010, subject to a review of those for Silver Street and this should be carried out by Councillors Prior and Mrs. Wyatt.

Proposed: Councillor Prior Seconded: Councillor Ms. Pittwood Unanimous

RESOLVED - to resubmit recommendations submitted in the letter dated November 2010, subject to a review of those for Silver Street and this should be carried out by Councillors Prior and Mrs. Wyatt.

63. To receive notification of Planning Determinations received from SSDC

12/01506/CPO Deposit of soils to raise the land at field no 9071 to South East of Newlands Farm House. Newlands Farm, Crewkerne Road, Chaffcombe, Chard TA20 4BS. SSDC Refuse Permission CTC Grant Permission with conditions

12/01934/FUL; The erection of a two story side extension and alterations to include extension to existing porch. 15 Campion Gardens, Chard TA20 1DJ. Mr Christopher Gay. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend Approval

12/01967/REM; The erection of an attached dwelling (reserved matters of 09/01216/OUT) Land adjoining 58 Thorndun Park Drive, Chard, Somerset, Chard TA20 1DH. Miss C Cook SSDC Grant Approval CTC Recommend Approval

12/01831/FUL; The erection of a single storey side extension and extension to front of garage. 182 Druids Walk, Chard, Somerset, Chard. TA20 1BN. Mrs J Fussell SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend Approval

12/01633/FUL; Conversion of part of garage to bathroom and study and erection of back porch. Old Orchard, Forton Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 2HS. Mr Alan Braley SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend Approval

12/01399/FUL; The conversion of 1 No. Dwelling into 2 No. Dwellings. Fairfields, Hornsbury Hill, Chard, Somerset TA20 3DB. Mr. Adrian John Brown. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend Approval

12/02163/COU; The change of use of premises from Use Class A1 (shop) to A3 (Restaurant). 19 High Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1QF. Mr. Shakil Hassan. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend Approval

12/0226/ADV; The display of 2 No. non illuminated wall mounted billboard signs. Lidl’s Superstore, Boden Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 2AX. Lidl. SSDC Refuse Permission CTC Recommend Refusal

12/01847/FUL; Erection of extension to industrial building. Numatic International Ltd, Millfield Industrial Estate, Millfield, Chard, Somerset TA20 2GB. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend Approval

12/01845/ADV; The display of 1 No. externally illuminated fascia sign and 1 No. externally illuminated projecting sign. 4 Fore Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1PH. Mr. Keith Farrant. CTC Recommend Approval THIS APPLICATION HAS BEEN WITHDRAWN

12/02364/FUL; External alterations to include the installation of a satellite dish and the replacement of 1 No. window on front elevation. 17 Hope Terrace, Combe Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1JA. Mrs. Stella Evans. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend Approval

Noted

There being no further business the meeting closed at 19.05pm.

Minutes of the meeting of the Planning & Highways Committee Chard Town Council held on Monday 17th September 2012 in the Town Hall at 6.30pm.

Present: Councillors:

Councillor A. J. Prior (Chairman), J. Dorse, A. G. Forsyth, Mrs. B. Halse, Ms. S. K. Pittwood and M. Wale.

In Attendance: Sarah Robson - Town Clerk.

64. Apologies for absence and to consider whether to approve reasons given.

Councillor Mrs. Wyatt - Holiday

RESOLVED: to accept the apologies and approve the reasons given

65. Declarations of Interest.

None declared

66. Planning & Highways Committee Meeting - Minutes - To confirm and sign the minutes of the previous Meeting held on Monday 20th August 2012 (previously circulated). LGA 1972, Sch 12 para41(1).

RESOLVED – that the minutes of Planning & Highways Committee meeting held on the Monday 20th August 2012 be signed as a correct record.

67. To consider the following planning applications:-

Avishayes Ward Cllr A G Forsyth Amended Plan 1. 12/02511/FUL: Erection of 6 No. dwellinghouses, 1 block of 3 No. flats, garaging with flat over, associated car parking and access. Land Between Old Station Court And Great Western Road, Chard, Somerset. AN Amendment: Revisions to plots 1-6 Recommend: Approval

Crimchard Ward Cllrs J Dorse and A J Prior

1. 12/02925/FUL: Removal of existing fence and installation of 2.4m high pallisade fence to perimeter of rear yard. Mann & Hummel Ltd, 11-15 Leach Road, Chard Business Park, Chard, Somerset TA20 1FB. Mr. Lee Cross JM Recommend: Approval subject to the colour of the fence being changed from white to green.

2. 12/03222/FUL : Erection of a single storey extension to dwelling. 70 Glanvill Avenue, Chard, Somerset TA20 1DF. Mr. W Westacott. CB Recommend: Approval

Holyrood Ward Cllrs Mrs. B Halse and Mrs. S P Wyatt Amended Plan 1. 12/02570/FUL : Conversion of existing dwelling into 2 No. dwellings and the erection of a detached dwelling. 3 St. Mary’s, Crescent, Chard, Somerset TA20 2DZ. Mr. R Bennett & Mrs. G. Bews. LH Amendment: Omission of garages to serve house 1 & 2 and relocation of parking spaces to serve house 1, 2 & 3 in addition to garage to serve house 3. Recommend: Approval

Additional Information – Approval already granted 2. 12/02840/ADV: The display of 1 No. externally illuminated fascia sign and 1 No. externally illuminated projecting sign. 4 Fore Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1PH. Mr. Keith Farrant. DW Additional information: Amended projecting sign details.

Noted

68. Correspondence

Item #1 – SSDC -Copy of correspondence sent to resident in reply to a letter about an Agricultural Application at Land Rear of Nursery Gardens and Fordham Grange, Nursery Gardens, Chard TA20 1HA

Noted

69. To receive notification of Planning Determinations received from SSDC

12/02327/FUL; The installation of 2.4m high security fencing to service yard. B&Q, Furnham Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 1AX. Mrs. Karen Holdaway. CTC Recommend Approval SSDC Grant Permission 12/02312/FUL; The erection of fencing and the part change of use of agricultural land to residential for The Long Barn. The Long Barn, Crewkerne Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 4BS. Mr. Simon Randolph. CTC Recommend Approval

SSDC Grant Permission 12/02443/FUL; Change of use of unit 3 to Hostel. Unit 3, Three Counties Glazing, Victoria Avenue, Chard, Somerset TA20 1EP. Mr. EM Heaver. CTC Recommend Approval SSDC Grant Permission

12/02656/FUL; Alterations to side boundary wall and the installation of a satellite dish on existing chimney. 131 High Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1QT. Mrs. Sally Fox. CTC Recommend Approval SSDC Grant Permission

12/02698/FUL; The erection of a single storey rear extension. 8 Bubwith Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 2BN. Mr. T Chard. CTC Recommend Approval SSDC Grant Permission

11/02275/FUL; The erection of 3 No. terrace dwellinghouses. Land Adjacent The Furnham Inn, Victoria Avenue, Chard, Somerset TA20 1AW. CTC Recommend Approval SSDC Grant Permission with conditions

12/02242/FUL; Alterations and the change of use of premises from financial and professional services to 1 No. residential unit. 36A Holyrood Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 2AJ. Mike Loveless & Sons CTC Recommend Approval SDDC Grant Permission

12/02697/FUL; The replacement of roller shutter door with fire door and removal and blocking up of first floor window of rear elevation. 4 Fore Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1PH. Mr.John Moody. CTC Recommend Approval SSDC Grant Permission

12/02839/FUL; The installation of a new shop front. 4 Fore Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1PH. Mr. Keith Farrant. CTC Recommend Approval SSDC Grant Permission

12/02840/ADV; The display of 1 No. externally illuminated fascia sign and 1 No. externally illuminated projecting sign. 4 Fore Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1PH. Mr.Keith Farrant. CTC Recommend Approval SSDC Grant Permission Noted

There being no further business the meeting closed at 6.50pm.

Minutes of the meeting of the Planning & Highways Committee Chard Town Council held on Monday 15th October 2012 in the Town Hall at 6.30pm.

Present: Councillors:

Councillors A. J. Prior (Chairman), J. Dorse, A. G. Forsyth, Mrs. B. Halse, Ms S. K. Pittwood, and Mrs. S. Wyatt.

In Attendance: Sarah Robson - Town Clerk.

70. Apologies for absence and to consider whether to approve reasons given Cllr M. Wale - Holiday

RESOLVED: to accept the apologies and approve the reasons given

71. Declarations of Interest. None given

72. Planning & Highways Committee Meeting - Minutes - To confirm and sign the minutes of the previous Meeting held on Monday 17th September 2012 (previously circulated). LGA 1972, Sch 12 para41(1).

RESOLVED – that the minutes of Planning & Highways Committee meeting held on the Monday 17th September 2012 be signed as a correct record.

73. To consider the following planning applications:-

Crimchard Ward Cllrs J Dorse and A J Prior

1. 12/03418/COL; Application for a Certificate of Lawfulness for the existing use of land as a builder’s yard. Land Rear of Anne Eagles, Kinforde, Chard, Somerset TA20 1DT. Mr. David Hartnell. JM

Recommend: Refusal; Members expressed concerns on Highway grounds believing the access to be unsuitable and also a danger to pedestrians using access. This access not been used for approximately 10 years. There are also issues due to its close proximity to a listed building – Crimchard House.

2. 12/03791/FUL; Erection of first floor and two storey extension to rear of dwellinghouse. Willow Cottage, Crimchard, Chard, Somerset TA20 1LB. Mr. Lee Brun. CB Recommend: Approval

3. 12/03677/FUL; Erection of 5 No. units. Plot 21/22 Leach Road, Chard Business Park, Chard, Somerset TA20 1FA. Crescent Holdings LTD. JM Recommend: Approval

Holyrood Ward Cllrs Mrs. B Halse and Mrs. S P Wyatt

1. 12/03287/FUL; Alterations and the change of use of premises from financial and professional services (Use Class A2) to a café (Use Class A3) 28 Fore Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1PT. Mrs. Sarah Thomson. DW Recommend: Approval subject to licence cut off at 10.00pm.

2. 12/03559/LBC; Internal and external alterations to include the conversion of first floor flat into 2 No. self contained flats. 12 Fore Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1PH. Loadace Ltd. LB Recommend: Approval; however Members expressed their concerns about the extent of works that were started before relevant permissions had been sought.

Jocelyn Ward Cllr Ms S K Pittwood

1. 12/03624/FUL; Demolish existing conservatory and single storey extension, erection of a two storey extension and a single storey extension to rear of dwellinghouse. 22 Nursery Gardens, Chard, Somerset TA20 1HH. Mr. Stephen Haste. CB Recommend: Approval

74. Correspondence

Item #1 – SCC - Temporary Road Closure Notification of a temporary road closure of A30 East Street, Chard. The road will be closed from 29th October 2012 and is expected to last for 5 days.

Item #2 – SSDC - Public Path Extinguishment Order 2012 (Footpath CH31/9) Notice of confirmation and other associated documents

Item #3 – SCC - Diseased Horse Chestnut Tree, Lyddons Mead Notification that due to a fungal disease, a Horse Chestnut Tree will be removed from Lyddons Mead - Map Attached.

Noted

75. Tree Preservation Orders

Combe Ward Cllr M W Wale

1. 12/03884/TPO; Application to fell 1 No. Hornbeam (T9) and 1 No. Field Maple (T12) within South Somerset District Council Tree Preservation Order (Chard No. 2) Chard Cricket Club, Deningfield, Fore Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1QA. PP Recommend: Approval subject to SSDC Arborist’s agreement.

76. SSDC Car Parking Provision - To respond to request by SSDC regarding off street parking provision in Chard.

A letter is to be sent to SSDC regarding the provision of off street parking.

77. To receive notification of Planning Determinations received from SSDC

12/02947/ADV; The display of 1 No. non-illuminated wall mounted advertisement. Sainsbury’s, Holyrood Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 2DN. Chard Town Council (Trader’s Board) CTC Recommend Approval SSDC Grant Consent

12/02514/FUL; Installation of new trolley bays and erection of fence style wall to entrance/ exit. Tesco Stores Ltd, Tapstone Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 2LW. CTC Recommend Approval SSDC Grant Permission

12/03041/TPO; Application to carry out tree surgery works to 1 No. Beech Tree within Chard Borough Council’s Tree Preservation Order 1970. Beech House, Lyddons Mead, Chard, Somerset TA20 1HD. Mr. Alan Dunn. CTC Recommend Approval subject to SSDC arborist. SSDC Refuse Consent

12/02589/FUL; Demolition of existing dwellinghouse, erection of replacement dwellinghouse and construction of new access. Hornsbury Farm, Hornsbury Hill, Chard, Somerset TA20 3DB. Mr. I Nutt. CTC Recommend Approval SSDC Recommend Refusal

12/02570/FUL; Conversion of existing dwelling into 2 No. dwellings and the erection of a detached dwelling. 3 St. Mary’s Crescent, Chard, Somerset TA20 2DZ. Mr. R Bennett & Mrs. G Bews. CTC Recommend Approval SSDC Grant Permission

12/03222/FUL; Erection of a single storey extension to dwelling. 70 Glanvill Avenue, Chard, Somerset TA20 1DF. Mr. W Westacott. CTC Recommend Approval SSDC Grant Permission

The decisions were noted

There being no further business the meeting closed at 6.55pm.

Minutes of the meeting of the Planning & Highways Committee Chard Town Council held on Monday 19th November 2012 in the Town Hall at 6.30pm.

Present: Councillors:

Councillors A. J. Prior (Chairman), A. G. Forsyth, Mrs. B. Halse, Cllr M. Wale and Mrs. S. Wyatt.

In Attendance: Sarah Robson - Town Clerk. There were 5 members of the public present

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION A resident from Nursery Gardens spoke in objection to an application that was due to be decided under delegated authority.

6.45pm the members of the public left the meeting

78. Apologies for absence and to consider whether to approve reasons given Councillors J. Dorse and Ms S. K. Pittwood – Family commitments

RESOLVED: to accept the apologies and approve the reasons given

79. Declarations of Interest. None given

80. Planning & Highways Committee Meeting - Minutes - To confirm and sign the minutes of the previous Meeting held on Monday 15th October 2012 (previously circulated). LGA 1972, Sch 12 para41(1).

RESOLVED – that the minutes of Planning & Highways Committee meeting held on the Monday 15th October 2012 be signed as a correct record.

81. To consider the following planning applications:-

Avishayes Ward Cllrs A G Forsyth

1. Amended Plans 12/02511/FUL; Erection of 6 No. dwellinghouses, 1 block of 4 No. flats, garaging with flat over, associated car parking and access. Land between Old Station Court and Great Western Road, Chard, Somerset. Raglan Housing Association. AN The amendments are: Revised layout Recommend: Approval providing consideration is given to the privacy of the residents of Old Station Court

2. 12/04246/S73; Application to vary condition 07 of 11/01189/FUL to change roof pitch and amend design. Former Ready Mixed Concrete Ltd, Beeching Close, Chard, Somerset TA20 1BB. Mr. D Hake. LH Recommend: Approval

Holyrood Ward Cllrs Mrs. B Halse and Mrs. S P Wyatt

1. 12/03657/LBC; Installation of internal boiler and external flue terminal to west elevation. St Mary’s Church Rooms, Church Street, Chard, Somerset TA10 2DP. Revd Sue Tucker. CB Recommend: Approval

2. 12/04121/FUL; Installation of external flue terminal to west elevation. St Mary’s Church Rooms, Church Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 2DP. Revd Sue Tucker. CB Recommend: Approval

3. 12/04131/LBC; Alterations to cellar. Flat 4 Millhouse, Holyrood Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 2AJ. Miss Judith Izzard. CB Recommend: Approval

Jocelyn Ward Cllr Ms. S K Pittwood

1. 12/02515/ADV ; Display of various replacement and new signs to include internally illuminated gantry sign. Tesco Stores Ltd, Tapstone Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 2LW. Tesco Stores Ltd. LB Recommend: Approval

82. Tree Preservation Orders

Crimchard Ward Cllrs J Dorse and A J Prior

1. 12/04084/TPO; Application to carry out works to 1 No. Oak Tree shown as T1 in the Yeovil District (Chard No. 1) Tree Preservation Order. 13 Helmstedt Way, Chard, Somerset TA20 1DQ. Mr. Nigel Hodges. PP

Recommend: Approval subject to SSDC Arborist’s agreement. 83. To receive update of meeting held with SCC relating to residents’ parking and parking restrictions in the town centre Members were updated of the outcome of the meeting with the officers from SCC and County Councillor Jill Shortland. A formal response is yet to be received but further updates will be reported on as they become available.

84. SCC- Somerset Waste Core Strategy – to consider consultation on modifications submitted to the Secretary of State for further consultation and comment. It was agreed that there was no need to respond to the request for further consultation on the modifications contained within the draft SCC Waste Core Strategy.

85. To receive notification of Planning Determinations received from SSDC

12/029525/FUL; Removal of existing fence and installation of 2.4m high palisade fence to perimeter of rear yard. Mann & Hummel (UK) Ltd, 11-15 Leach Road, Chard Business Park, Chard, Somerset TA20 1FB. CTC Recommend Approval SSDC Grant Permission

12/02691/FUL; The erection of 1 No. pair of semi detached dwellings. Site of Former 75 Furnham Road, Mount Hindrance Lane, Chard, Somerset. Mr. Mark Pearce. CTC Recommend Approval SSDC Grant Permission

12/03287/FUL; Alterations and the change of use of premises from financial and professional services (Use Class B1) to a café (Use class A3). 28 Fore Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1PT. Mrs. Sarah Thomson. CTC Recommend Approval SSDC Grant Permission

12/03624/FUL; Demolish existing conservatory and single storey extension, erection of a two storey extension and a single storey extension to rear of dwellinghouse. 22 Nursery Gardens, Chard, Somerset TA20 1HH. Mr. Stephen Haste. CTC Recommend Approval SSDC Grant Permission

The decisions were noted

There being no further business the meeting closed at 6.55pm.

Minutes of the meeting of the Planning & Highways Committee Chard Town Council held on Monday 10th December 2012 in the Auditorium, The Guildhall at 6.30pm.

Present: Councillors:

Councillors A. J. Prior (Chairman), J Dorse, A. G. Forsyth, Ms. S Pittwood, M. Wale and Mrs. S. Wyatt.

In Attendance: Sarah Robson - Town Clerk. There were approximately 140 members of the public present and 2 members of the press

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

The Chairman opened the meeting by advising those present that the Town Council is a consultee in planning matters and that as such the Committee would make a recommendation. However the Local Planning Authority – South Somerset District Council would make the final decision regarding whether to approve the application or not.

A number of participants spoke about the proposed development, two representing Chard Town Football Club spoke in favour of the application and seven spoke against it.

Public participation time ended at 7.10pm

86. Apologies for absence and to consider whether to approve reasons given

None received

87. Declarations of Interest.

All Members present declared a Personal & Prejudicial Interest in the application as Chard Town Council owns land at Bonds Meadow which is adjacent to the proposed

development. The Clerk granted dispensations to all six Members on the grounds that the meeting would otherwise be inquorate. Councillor Wale also declared a Personal Interest as he is the Council’s representative on the Chard Regeneration Board. 88. To consider the following planning applications:-

Councillor Prior made reference to previous development within Chard and how this had shaped the town into what it is today. Members were reminded that this application falls outside the emerging Local Plan that has been the subject of lengthy consultation with local communities. It also could have a severe detrimental impact on the Chard Regeneration Framework that has identified development to the eastern side of Chard which will also deliver adequate and appropriate infrastructure to include a distributor road.

Crimchard Ward Cllrs J Dorse and A J Prior

1. 12/04518/OUT; Mixed development comprising of 450 homes, floodlit football pitch, training and mini pitches, multiuse club house, spectator facilities and parking. Neighbourhood/ community facilities, public open space, landscaping, drainage, associated vehicular & pedestrian access. Land regarding, associated infrastructure and engineering works. Land East of Mount Hindrance Farm, Mount Hindrance Lane, Chard, Somerset. Mactaggart & Mickel Homes Ltd, S.E Blackburn Discretion Trust. AG

The Members debated the outline planning application and considered the points that had been raised by the public.

Proposed: Councillor Prior Seconded: Councillor Dorse

RESOLVED: unanimously to recommend refusal on the following grounds:

This proposed application is contrary to the emerging Local Plan and also the Chard Regeneration Plan.

Highways – insufficient and inadequate provision for additional transport and traffic - proposed one way system from Wadeford would create additional traffic congestion Flooding – this area is already prone to flooding and further development would create significant problems with additional run-off Land - careful consideration should be given regarding the quality of land. If it is designated as agricultural land then the loss of sustainable land for the provision of food must be considered Environment – insufficient consideration given to impact on wildlife protection and wider environmental issues Infrastructure – insufficient provision for additional amenities and facilities such as schools, dental and doctors surgeries Identity - the settlement at Cuttifords Door would lose its unique distinctiveness and become merged with Chard, therefore losing its character and identity

The Chairman thanked all those attending and closed the meeting at 7.35pm

Minutes of the meeting of the Planning & Highways Committee Chard Town Council held on Monday 17th December 2012 in the Town Hall at 6.00pm.

Present: Councillors: Councillors A. J. Prior (Chairman), A. G. Forsyth, Mrs. B. Halse, Ms. S Pittwood, Cllr M. Wale and Mrs. S. Wyatt.

In Attendance: Sarah Robson - Town Clerk. There were 15 members of the public in attendance.

Public Participation A number of people spoke in connection with the Oaklands Avenue application and also the agent on behalf of Abbey Manor Developments in favour of the application for dwellings and a care home at land off Thorndun Park Drive.

89. Apologies for absence and to consider whether to approve reasons given All Members were present

90. Declarations of Interest. None received

91. Planning & Highways Committee Meeting - Minutes - To confirm and sign the minutes of the previous Meeting held on Monday 19th November 2012 and 10th December 2012. LGA 1972, Sch 12 para41(1).

RESOLVED – that the minutes of Planning & Highways Committee meetings held on the Monday 19th November 2012 and 10th December 2012 be signed as a correct record.

92. To consider the following planning applications:-

Avishayes Ward Cllr A G Forsyth

1. 12/04319/OUT ; Erection of 78 dwellings, new access and road. Land at Avishayes Road, Oaklands Avenue, Chard, Somerset TA20 1HS. Mr. Phillip Storey. AG Recommend: Refusal on the grounds that the proposed development is too high density and the number of dwellings should be reduced. Also there is insufficient provision for a proposed recreation area and facilities.

2. 12/04174/COU; Change of use of Unit 2 to electrical workshop building computers. Unit 2, Former Three Counties Glazing, Victoria Avenue, Chard, Somerset TA20 1HE. Mr. & Mrs. Ivor Watts. DW Recommend: Approval

3. 12/04175/COU; Change of use of Unit 1 to café (use class A3) on ground floor and ancillary office, store, kitchen and w.c on first floor (Retrospective Application). Unit 1, Former Three Counties Glazing, Victoria Avenue, Chard, Somerset TA20 1HE. Mr. & Mrs. Ivor Watts. DW Recommend: Approval

Crimchard Ward Cllrs J Dorse and A J Prior

1. 12/04283/FUL; The erection of 41 No. dwellings and 1 No. 68 bedroom care home together with associated highway infrastructure, parking, landscaping, and footpath links. Land off Thorndun Park Drive, Chard, Somerset TA20 1FB. Abbey Manor Developments LTD. AG Recommend: Deferral pending adequate provision of recreational facilities

Holyrood Ward Cllrs Mrs. B Halse and Mrs. S P Wyatt

1. 12/04434/LBC; Alterations to include installation of replacement shop front. 12 Fore Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1PH. Loadace Ltd. LB Recommend: Approval

2. 12/04675/LBC; External alterations to include the repainting of front and side extension. The Bath House, 28 Holyrood Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 2AH. Mr. and Mrs. Ron Jim. CB Recommend: Approval

3. 12/04489/FUL; Re-roof single storey annexe on south elevation. 99 High Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1QT. A & H Moss. LB Recommend: Approval

4. 12/04313/LBC; Internal alterations to include removal of existing staircase and formation of new staircase. Re-roof single storey extension and partial demolition of detached garage. 99 High Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 1QT. A & H Moss. LB Recommend: Approval subject to consent from the Conservation Officer Jocelyn Ward Cllr Ms. S K Pittwood

1. 12/04194/FUL; Formation of an agricultural access and installation of gate. Land Rear of Nursery Gardens and Fordham Grange, Nursery Gardens, Chard, Somerset TA20 1HA. Mr. & Mrs. R Trott. JM For information only. Delegated Powers: Decision made 19th November 2012 CTC Recommend - Refusal on the following grounds; Members were dissatisfied about the suitability of access for agricultural vehicles. Noted

93. Correspondence

Item #1 – SSDC – Notification of Appeal Decision 11/04212/FUL; Development of 61 residential dwellings with associated vehicular and pedestrian access, landscaping, site re-grading and related infrastructure and engineering works. Land at Mitchell Gardens, Shepherds Lane, Chard, Somerset TA20 1QU.

Following the public inquiry which took place in the Guildhall in October, the above application has now been approved subject to conditions.

Members were informed that costs were not awarded against SSDC

Noted

94. Highways

Item #1 – SCC -Road Traffic Regulation 1984 Notification of a temporary road closure on A30 Goldenhaye Lane to White Down Lodge and Windwhistle and B3167 Higher Kingstonwell, Cricket St, Thomas. The road will be closed on 18th January 2013 and is expected to last for 1 night from 7pm-7am.

Noted

95. To receive notification of Planning Determinations received from SSDC

12/03791/FUL; Erection of first floor and two storey extension to rear of dwellinghouse. Willow Cottage, Crimchard, Chard, Somerset TA20 1LB. Mr. Lee Brun. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend Approval

12/04084/TPO; Application to carry out works to 1 No. Oak Tree shown as T1 in the Yeovil District (Chard No.1) Tree Preservation Order. 13 Helmstedt Way, Chard, Somerset TA20 1DQ. Mr. Nigel Hodges. SSDC Grant Consent CTC Recommend Approval

12/04131/LBC; Alterations to cellar. Flat 4, Millhouse, Holyrood Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 2AJ. Miss. Judith Izzard.

SSDC Grant Consent CTC Recommend Approval

12/04121/FUL; Installation of external flue terminal to east elevation. St Mary’s Church Rooms, Church Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 2DP. Revd Susan Tucker. SSDC Grant Permission CTC Recommend Approval

12/03657/LBC; Installation of internal boiler and external flue terminal to east elevation. St Mary’s Church Rooms, Church Street, Chard, Somerset TA20 2DP. Revd Susan Tucker. SSDC Grant Consent CTC Recommend Approval

12/02515/ADV; Display of various replacement and new signs to include internally illuminated gantry sign. Tesco Stores Ltd, Taspstone Road, Chard, Somerset TA20 2LW. Tesco Store Ltd. SSDC Grant Consent CTC Recommend Approval

Noted

There being no further business the meeting closed at 7.00pm