Agenda, decisions and minutes

Councillor Sebastian Kindersley declared a personal interest as an elected Member of Cambridgeshire County Council, a statutory consultee for all planning applications on the agenda.

To authorise the Chairman to sign the Minutes of the meeting held on 6 April 2011 as a correct record.

The Committee authorised the Chairman to sign, as a correct record, the minutes of the meeting held on 6 April 2011.

The Committee gave officers delegated powers to approve applications S/0816/10/F and S/0817/10/LB, subject to the submission of a bat survey to the satisfaction of the Council’s ecology officer and to the Conditions set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities).

Charmain Hawkins (applicant’s agent) and Councillor Dr Tumi Hawkins (local member) addressed the meeting.

The Committee gave officers delegated powers to approve applications S/0816/10/F and S/0817/10/LB, subject to the submission of a bat survey to the satisfaction of the Council’s ecology officer and to the Conditions set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities).

Councillor Lynda Harford declared a personal and prejudicial interest because the applicant is her employer.  Councillor Harford withdrew from the Chamber, took no part in the debate, and did not vote.

The Committee approved the application, subject to the Conditions set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities).

Richard Farndale of the Shelford Tesco Action Group (objector),  John Mumby (applicant’s agent),Bridget Hodge (Parish Council) and Councillor Ben Shelton (a local member) addressed the meeting.

The Committee approved the application, subject to the Conditions set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities).

Councillor Charles Nightingale declared a personal interest as he attends meetings of Great Shelford Parish Council.

The Committee approved the application, subject to the Conditions set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities).

The Committee approved the application, subject to the Conditions set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities).

Councillor Lynda Harford declared a personal interest as a member of Cottenham Parish Council, but confirmed that she was not a member of the Parish Council’s Planning Sub-Committee.

The Committee approved the application, subject to Conditions relating to the time period for implementation, the approved plan numbers, materials for the exterior of the dwellings, landscaping and landscaping implementation, a scheme securing the affordable housing in perpetuity, archaeological investigation, land contamination investigation, obscure glazing of bathroom windows to the front elevation of plots 3 and 4 and the landing window to plot 3, removal of permitted development rights to the front elevation of plots 3-6 and the side elevations of plot 3 and 7, the retention of parking spaces for the future, the provision of appropriate vehicle-to-vehicle visibility splays, the removal of permitted development rights to allow further pedestrian or vehicle access from Thriplow Road, details of drainage from the access, materials to be used for the access, provision of a footpath along Cambridge Road, a scheme to reduce the risk of groundwater contamination to the adjacent Site of Special Scientific Interest, a scheme of nesting boxes (including boxes for Barn Owls), foundation details for the access and an Arboricultural Implication Assessment to ensure retention of the existing tree at 4 Cambridge Road, provision of public open space, times of use of power operated machinery during construction, and details of the bin collection area screen.

Jeremy Pimer (Supporter) and Darren Blake (applicant’s agent) addressed the meeting.

Prior to considering this application, the Committee viewed the site on 11 May 2011.  The Committee approved the application, subject to Conditions relating to the time period for implementation, the approved plan numbers, materials for the exterior of the dwellings, landscaping and landscaping implementation, a scheme securing the affordable housing in perpetuity, archaeological investigation, land contamination investigation, obscure glazing of bathroom windows to the front elevation of plots 3 and 4 and the landing window to plot 3, removal of permitted development rights to the front elevation of plots 3-6 and the side elevations of plot 3 and 7, the retention of parking spaces for the future, the provision of appropriate vehicle-to-vehicle visibility splays, the removal of permitted development rights to allow further pedestrian or vehicle access from Thriplow Road, details of drainage from the access, materials to be used for the access, provision of a footpath along Cambridge Road, a scheme to reduce the risk of groundwater contamination to the adjacent Site of Special Scientific Interest, a scheme of nesting boxes (including boxes for Barn Owls), foundation details for the access and an Arboricultural Implication Assessment to ensure retention of the existing tree at 4 Cambridge Road, provision of public open space, times of use of power operated machinery during construction, and details of the bin collection area screen.

The Committee noted that this application had been withdrawn from the agenda.

The Committee noted that this application had been withdrawn from the agenda.

The Committee refused the application contrary to the recommendation in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities).  Members agreed that the reasons for refusal of planning application S/2205/10 at the Planning Committee meeting on 2 March 2011, on the grounds of impact upon the surrounding countryside and impact upon the amenity of the occupiers of adjacent properties, had not been overcome by the current application.

Gino Malocca (for objectors), Katharine Money (applicant’s agent), Clayton Hudson (local member) and Alison Elcox (local member) addressed the meeting.

The Committee refused the application contrary to the recommendation in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities).  Members agreed that the reasons for refusal of planning application S/2205/10 at the Planning Committee meeting on 2 March 2011, on the grounds of impact upon the surrounding countryside and impact upon the amenity of the occupiers of adjacent properties, had not been overcome by the current application.

Councillor Nick Wright declared a personal interest because the applicant’s wife had signed Councillor Wright’s nomination form prior to the local authority elections on 5 May 2011.

The Committee approved the application subject to the Conditions set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities) and to other safeguarding Conditions relating to, among other things, lighting and the erection of a structure that would restrict entry to the car park to vehicles with a height of no more than 1.8 metres.

Michael Healey (objector) and Councillor Tom Bygott (a local member) addressed the meeting.

The Committee approved the application subject to the Conditions set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities) and to other safeguarding Conditions relating to, among other things, lighting and the erection of a structure that would restrict entry to the car park to vehicles with a height of no more than 1.8 metres.

Councillor Sebastian Kindersley declared a personal interest because of his acquaintance with the neighbours at no. 7 High Street, Girton.

The Committee noted that this application had been withdrawn from the agenda.

The Committee noted that this application had been withdrawn from the agenda.

The Committee gave officers delegated powers to approve the application, contrary to the recommendation in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities), subject to it being advertised as a Departure from the Development Plan and not called in for determination by the Secretary of state, and to safeguarding Conditions yet to be determined.  Members agreed that the reason for approval was that  the partial removal of the existing structure, and its replacement, would have a positive impact on the Conservation Area and the listed Manor Farmhouse. 

Michael Brooks (applicant’s agent), Lindsey Meacher (Parish Council)and Councillor Alex Riley (local member) addressed the meeting.

Prior to considering this application, the Committee viewed the site on 11 May 2011.  The Committee gave officers delegated powers to approve the application, contrary to the recommendation in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities), subject to it being advertised as a Departure from the Development Plan and not called in for determination by the Secretary of state, and to safeguarding Conditions yet to be determined.  Members agreed that the reason for approval was that  the partial removal of the existing structure, and its replacement, would have a positive impact on the Conservation Area and the listed Manor Farmhouse. 

The Committee approved the application, as amended, subject to the Conditions set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities) and to additional Conditions requiring, among other things, the submission of an approved Travel Plan and details of the proposed dormer window.

Tim Brading  (objector), David Thurman (Parish Council), and Stephen Tromans (applicant’s agent) addressed the meeting.

Prior to considering this application, the Committee viewed the site on 11 May 2011.  The Committee approved the application, as amended, subject to the Conditions set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities) and to additional Conditions requiring, among other things, the submission of an approved Travel Plan and details of the proposed dormer window.

Councillor Mike Mason declared a personal interest as a member of Histon Parish Council, but emphasised that he was considering this application afresh.

The Committee gave officers delegated powers to approve or refuse the application, subject to agreement being reached within six weeks between the applicant, District Council officers, Linton Parish Council, local South Cambridgeshire District Councillors and local residents and incorporated into a Section 106 legal agreement detailing the extent to which lighting on site should be allowed.  If approved, safeguarding Conditions would be attached to the planning consent, and Condition 1 in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities) would be reworded to ensure greater enforceability.

Sally Dew (objector), Enid Bald (Parish Council), and Councillor John Batchelor (a local member) addressed the meeting.

The Committee gave officers delegated powers to approve or refuse the application, subject to agreement being reached within six weeks between the applicant, District Council officers, Linton Parish Council, local South Cambridgeshire District Councillors and local residents and incorporated into a Section 106 legal agreement detailing the extent to which lighting on site should be allowed.  If approved, safeguarding Conditions would be attached to the planning consent, and Condition 1 in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities) would be reworded to ensure greater enforceability.

 The Committee approved the application subject to the Conditions set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities).

The Committee approved the application subject to the Conditions set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities).

The Committee approved the application, as amended by proposed Block Plan and Site Plan Revision F date stamped 21 March 2011, subject to a developer contribution towards the provision of off-site public open space and to the Conditions set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities).

Linda Millett (objector and Alan Hutchinson (applicant) addressed the meeting.

Prior to considering this application, the Committee viewed the site on 11 May 2011.  The Committee approved the application, as amended by proposed Block Plan and Site Plan Revision F date stamped 21 March 2011, subject to a developer contribution towards the provision of off-site public open space and to the Conditions set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities).

The Committee granted permanent planning permission being satisfied that the site was now an appropriate site in land use terms, subject to the Conditions set out in report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities), except that condition 2 (“…use…shall be for a limited period… of 3 years…”) should be deleted and an additional condition being imposed requiring contributions towards open space and community infrastructure.

Councillor Sue Ellington (local member) addressed the meeting.

The Committee granted permanent planning permission being satisfied that the site was now an appropriate site in land use terms, subject to the Conditions set out in report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities), except that condition 2 (“…use…shall be for a limited period… of 3 years…”) should be deleted and an additional condition being imposed requiring contributions towards open space and community infrastructure.

Councillor Sebastian Kindersley declared a personal interest because, when Leader of South Cambridgeshire District Council, he had visited the site.

Councillor Deborah Roberts was absent from the Chamber during the entire debate, and did not vote.

The Committee approved the application subject to safeguarding Conditions, including those set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities). 

Justin Baines (applicant’s agent) and Councillor Tony Orgee (local member) addressed the meeting.

The Committee approved the application subject to safeguarding Conditions, including those set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities). 

 The Committee approved the application subject to safeguarding Conditions, including those set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities). 

Justin Baines (applicant’s agent) and Councillor Tony Orgee (local member) addressed the meeting.

The Committee approved the application subject to safeguarding Conditions, including those set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities). 

The Committee approved the application subject to the Conditions set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities).

Councillor Peter Topping (local member for Thriplow) addressed the meeting.

The Committee approved the application subject to the Conditions set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities).

The Committee approved the application, as amended by drawing number P01 Revision A date stamped 31 March 2011, ownership certificate dated 29 March 2011, and drawing numbers P02 Revision A and P03 Revision A date stamped 18 April 2011, subject to the Conditions set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities).

Councillor Shelton (a local member) addressed the meeting.

The Committee approved the application, as amended by drawing number P01 Revision A date stamped 31 March 2011, ownership certificate dated 29 March 2011, and drawing numbers P02 Revision A and P03 Revision A date stamped 18 April 2011, subject to the Conditions set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities).

Councillor Charles Nightingale declared a personal interest as he attends meetings of Stapleford Parish Council.

The Committee approved the application, subject to the Conditions referred to in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities).

Councillor Shelton (a local member) addressed the meeting.

The Committee approved the application, subject to the Conditions referred to in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities).

Councillor Charles Nightingale declared a personal interest as he attends meetings of Great Shelford Parish Council.

The Committee refused the application.  Members agreed the reasons for refusal as being the overbearing nature of the proposal by virtue of its siting, location within the site, scale and massing, the proposal’s adverse impact on the street scene, and the nature of the lighting scheme. 

Stephen Chittenden (objector),),Mr Chisholm (objector), Paul Sutton (aplicant’s agent), Bridget Hodge (Parish Council) and Councillor Ben Shelton (a local member)

Prior to considering this application, the Committee viewed the site on 11 May 2011.  The Committee refused the application.  Members agreed the reasons for refusal as being the overbearing nature of the proposal by virtue of its siting, location within the site, scale and massing, the proposal’s adverse impact on the street scene, and the nature of the lighting scheme. 

Councillor Charles Nightingale declared a personal interest as he attends meetings of Great Shelford Parish Council.

 The Committee refused the application for the reason set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities).

The Committee refused the application for the reason set out in the report from the Corporate Manager (Planning and New Communities).

The Planning Lawyer explained that no report had been prepared for this meeting, as there had been no significant rainfall in Cambourne since the last report such as to provide evidence to show that the measures taken under the Action Plan were providing definite improvements relating to the level of surface water entering the foul water system.

The Committee received and noted a report on Appeals against planning decisions and enforcement action.