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33.

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To approve as a correct record the Minutes of the meeting of this Committee held on 14 October 2020.

Minutes:

The Minutes of the meeting held on 14 October 2020 were approved as a true and correct record and signed by the Chairman.

Item 2, page 20, bulleted paragraph 2: Councillor Carolyne Culver noted that, “Also her understanding was that most of the staff at the site came from outside the Ward and therefore the Committee…” should read, “Also her understanding was that most of the staff at the site came from outside the Ward. The Committee…”

Item 2, page 25, condition 5: Councillor Culver asked that “overnight” be replaced with the specific timings agreed during the meeting.

Item 2, page 26, condition 10: Councillor Culver asked that constant background vibration noise be addressed in the condition, as discussed in the meeting.

Item 2, page 27, point 5: Councillor Culver noted that the Council Meeting had taken place on 10 September 2020, not 10 October 2020.

34.

Declarations of Interest

To remind Members of the need to record the existence and nature of any personal, disclosable pecuniary or other registrable interests in items on the agenda, in accordance with the Members’ Code of Conduct.

Minutes:

Councillors Phil Barnett, Tony Vickers and Andy Moore declared an interest in Agenda Item 4(1), but reported that, as their interest was a personal or an other registrable interest, but not a disclosable pecuniary interest, they determined to remain to take part in the debate and vote on the matter.

Councillor Dennis Benneyworth declared an interest in Agenda Item 4(3), but reported that, as his interest was a personal or an other registrable interest, but not a disclosable pecuniary interest, he determined to remain to take part in the debate and vote on the matter.

 

35.

Schedule of Planning Applications

(Note: The Chairman, with the consent of the Committee, reserves the right to alter the order of business on this agenda based on public interest and participation in individual applications).

35.(1)

Application No. and Parish: 20/01326/FUL, 11 - 13 Market Place, Newbury pdf icon PDF 285 KB

Proposal:

Change of use of the ground floor from betting shop (Sui Generis) use to adult gaming and amusement centre with bingo (Sui Generis). Installation of associated signage comprising 1no. externally illuminated fascia sign and 1no. externally illuminated projecting sign.

 

Location:

11 - 13 Market Place, Newbury RG14 5AA.

 

Applicant:

Cashino Gaming Ltd.

 

Recommendation:

To DELEGATE to the Head of Development & Planning to GRANT PLANNING PERMISSION subject to Conditions.

 

Additional documents:

Minutes:

(Councillors Phil Barnett, Tony Vickers and Andy Moore declared a personal interest in Agenda Item 4(1) by virtue of the fact that they were members of Newbury Town Council and its Planning and Highways Committee where this applications had already been discussed. Councillor Vickers also declared that his wife was a ward member and had previously indicated her opposition to this application. Councillor Moore also declared that he had been lobbied on the application. As their interests were personal and not prejudicial, or a disclosable pecuniary interest, they determined to remain to take part in the debate and vote on the matter.)

1.         The Committee considered a report (Agenda Item 4(1)) concerning Planning Application 20/01326/FUL in respect of 11 - 13 Market Place, Newbury. The applicant sought permission for a change of use of the ground floor from betting shop (Sui Generis) use to adult gaming and amusement centre with bingo (Sui Generis), including installation of associated signage comprising 1no. externally illuminated fascia sign and 1no. externally illuminated projecting sign.

2.         Mr David Pearson, Team Leader – Development Control, introduced the report to Members, which took account of all the relevant policy considerations and other material planning considerations. In conclusion,  the report detailed that the proposal was acceptable in planning terms and officers recommended to approve the application subject to the conditions outlined in the report and update sheet.

Removal of Speaking Rights

3.         As resolved at the Extraordinary Council meeting held on 29 April 2020, public speaking rights were removed for virtual Council meetings. This right was replaced with the ability to make written submissions. This decision was made in accordance with The Local Authorities and Police and Crime Panels (Coronavirus) (Flexibility of Local Authority and Police and Crime Panels Meetings) (England and Wales) Regulations 2020.

4.         The above changes to speaking rights were subsequently amended at the Council meeting on 10 September 2020. It was agreed that parties making written submissions in relation to a planning application would be invited to attend the Remote Meeting of the Planning Committee to answer any questions that Members of the Committee might wish to ask in order to seek clarification on any part of their statement.

5.         In accordance with the Extraordinary Council resolution, written submissions relating to this application were received from Mr Barney Ray, agent, who was not able to attend the remote meeting.

6.         Individual written submissions were published online along with the agenda: http://decisionmaking.westberks.gov.uk/ieListDocuments.aspx?CId=155&MId=6067&Ver=4

Agent’s Submission 

7.         The Clerk read out the representation.

Member’s Questions to Officers

8.         Councillor Tony Vickers asked how the proposed condition on sound reduction would be implemented. He suggested that it was difficult to ensure this was implemented and effective prior to the development coming into use.

9.         Mr Pearson indicated that the Council did not have the resources to proactively monitor every condition imposed and that they had to rely on applicants implementing conditions as agreed. However, he noted that agents were aware of the consequences if there  ...  view the full minutes text for item 35.(1)

35.(2)

Application No. and Parish: 20/01327/ADV, 11 - 13 Market Place, Newbury pdf icon PDF 180 KB

Proposal:

Installation of associated signage comprising 1no. externally illuminated fascia sign and 1no. externally illuminated projecting sign.

 

Location:

11 - 13 Market Place, Newbury RG14 5AA.

 

Applicant:

Cashino Gaming Ltd.

 

Recommendation:

To DELEGATE to the Head of Development & Planning to GRANT ADVERTISEMENT CONSENT subject to Conditions.

 

Additional documents:

Minutes:

(Councillors Phil Barnett, Tony Vickers and Andy Moore declared a personal interest in Agenda Item 4(2) by virtue of the fact that they were members of Newbury Town Council and its Planning and Highways Committee where this application had already been discussed. As their interests were personal and not prejudicial, or a disclosable pecuniary interest, they determined to remain to take part in the debate and vote on the matter.)

1.         The Committee considered a report (Agenda Item 4(2)) concerning Planning Application 20/01327/ADV in respect of 11 - 13 Market Place, Newbury. The applicant sought permission for the installation of associated signage comprising 1no. externally illuminated fascia sign and 1no. externally illuminated projecting sign.

2.         Mr David Pearson, Team Leader – Development Control, introduced the report to Members, which took account of all the relevant policy considerations and other material planning considerations. In conclusion,  the report detailed that the proposal was acceptable in planning terms and officers recommended to approve the application subject to the conditions outlined in the report and update sheet.

Removal of Speaking Rights

3.         As resolved at the Extraordinary Council meeting held on 29 April 2020, public speaking rights were removed for virtual Council meetings. This right was replaced with the ability to make written submissions. This decision was made in accordance with The Local Authorities and Police and Crime Panels (Coronavirus) (Flexibility of Local Authority and Police and Crime Panels Meetings) (England and Wales) Regulations 2020.

4.         The above changes to speaking rights were subsequently amended at the Council meeting on 10 September 2020. It was agreed that parties making written submissions in relation to a planning application would be invited to attend the Remote Meeting of the Planning Committee to answer any questions that Members of the Committee might wish to ask in order to seek clarification on any part of their statement.

5.         In accordance with the Extraordinary Council resolution, written submissions relating to this application were received from Mr Barney Ray, Agent, who was not available to attend the remote meeting this evening.

6.         Individual written submissions were published online along with the agenda:

http://decisionmaking.westberks.gov.uk/ieListDocuments.aspx?CId=155&MId=6067&Ver=4

Agent’s Submission 

7.         The Clerk read out the representation

Ward Member Representation

8.         Councillor Clive Hooker confirmed that the ward member had indicated that they did not wish to speak on this application.

Member’s Questions to Officers

9.         Councillor Howard Woollaston asked if the sign was front-lit rather than back-lit.

10.      Mr Pearson confirmed that that there were down-lights on the top of the projecting sign, but it appeared that the fascia sign would be internally illuminated.

Debate

11.      Councillor Andy Moore proposed to approve the application as per the Officer’s recommendation. Councillor Cole seconded the proposal.

12.      Councillor Woollaston indicated that he was not happy for the facia sign to be back-illuminated and he did not want to see a bright sign in the Market Place.

13.      Councillor Clive Hooker asked Mr Pearson what conditions could be imposed to respond to Councillor Woollaston’s concerns.  ...  view the full minutes text for item 35.(2)

35.(3)

Application No. and Parish: 20/01620/FULD, Denford House, Denford Park, Hungerford, Kintbury pdf icon PDF 254 KB

Proposal:

Erection of 1 bedroom North Lodge to be occupied in connection with Denford Park Estate with ancillary parking, turning, landscaping and garden area.  Alterations to existing access arrangements including replacement boundary wall and gates.

 

Location:

Denford House, Denford Park, Hungerford RG17 0PG.

 

Applicant:

HRH Prince Faisal Bin Salman Al Saudand.

 

Recommendation:

To DELEGATE to the Head of Development & Planning to GRANT PLANNING PERMISSION subject to Conditions.

 

Additional documents:

Minutes:

(Councillor Dennis Benneyworth declared a personal interest in Agenda Item 4(3) by virtue of the fact that he worked in the equestrian world, including racing, however he had no connection to the owners of the site, nor the business operating there. He had also been lobbied by the applicant/agent and neighbour. As his interest was personal and not prejudicial or a disclosable pecuniary interest, he determined to remain to take part in the debate and vote on the matter.)

1.     The Committee considered a report (Agenda Item 4(3)) concerning Planning Application 20/01620/FULD in respect of the erection of a 1 bedroom North Lodge to be occupied in connection with Denford Park Estate with ancillary parking, turning, landscaping and garden area.  Alterations to existing access arrangements including replacement boundary wall and gates in Denford Park, Kintbury.

2.     Mr Simon Till, Principal Planning Officer, introduced the report to Members, which took account of all the relevant policy considerations and other material planning considerations. In conclusion the report detailed that the proposal was acceptable in planning terms and officers recommended that the Head of Planning and Development be authorised to grant planning permission subject to the conditions outlined in the main and update reports.

Removal of speaking rights

3.     As resolved at the Extraordinary Council meeting held on 29 April 2020, public speaking rights had been removed for virtual Council meetings. This right had replaced with the ability to make written submissions. This decision was made in accordance with The Local Authorities and Police and Crime Panels (Coronavirus) (Flexibility of Local Authority and Police and Crime Panels Meetings) (England and Wales) Regulations 2020.

4.     The above changes to speaking rights were subsequently amended at the Council meeting on 10 September 2020. It was agreed that parties making written submissions in relation to a planning application would be invited to attend the remote meeting of the Planning Committee to answer any questions that Members of the Committee might wish to ask in order to seek clarification on any part of their statement.

5.     In accordance with the Extraordinary Council resolution, written submissions relating to this application were received from Mr Callan Powers (Fowler Architecture) and Ms Samantha Ross (Ross & Ross Consulting), agents. Both Mr Powers and Ms Ross were able to attend the remote meeting.

6.     Individual written submissions were published online along with the agenda: http://decisionmaking.westberks.gov.uk/ieListDocuments.aspx?CId=155&MId=6067&Ver=4

 Applicant/Agent’s Submission

7.     The Clerk read out the representation. Members questioned the attendees as follows:

8.     Councillor Tony Vickers question related to Condition 5, he queried what activities the employee and the employee alone would be undertaking with regards to security for the estate. In his experience there was a manned guardroom, rather than one sole employee. He queried whether the person who lived in the Lodge would be an active security person. Mr Powers confirmed that it would be a full-time security guard.

9.     Councillor Andy Moore noted that there was an existing security Lodge at the southern end of the estate, and  ...  view the full minutes text for item 35.(3)

36.

Appeal Decisions relating to Western Area Planning Committee

Purpose: To inform Members of the results of recent appeal decisions relating to the Western Area Planning Committee.

 

There are no appeal decisions to be considered at this meeting.

Minutes:

There were no appeal decisions presented at this meeting.