Basingstoke & Dean Borough Council Development Control Committee Meeting

Councillor Falconer sent his apologies.

Councillor Freeman declared that she was pre-disposed on application number 23/00032/FUL and stood down from the Committee.

Councillor Freeman declared that she was pre-disposed on application number 23/00033/FUL and stood down from the Committee and spoke as a visiting Councillor.

Councillor McCormick declared that he was pre-disposed on application numbers 23/00032/FUL and 23/00033/FUL and stood down from the Committee for those applications.

Councillor Rhatigan declared that he was pre-disposed on application numbers 23/00032/FUL and 23/00033/FUL and stood down from the Committee for those applications.

There were no urgent matters.

The Chair confirmed that the minutes of the meetings held on the 8^TH March 2023 were confirmed by the Committee as a correct record.

The following Public Participation took place:

1. Application -23/00032/FUL: Creation of temporary construction access from Roman Road in connection with the Manydown development site, including widening and alterations to existing highway, along with other associated works including drainage, landscaping and utilities works. Site: Land To The West Of Roman Road Basingstoke Hampshire

The Committee considered the report set out on pages 55 to 96 of the agenda with the further material set out on the addendum sheet and other matters discussed at the meeting.

The Committee discussed the proposed application and expressed their concern over the 40 mph speed limit along Roman Road especially with the additional construction traffic.

It was acknowledged that although Members would like to see a reduction to 30 mph and some Members would like an alternative design.  However, the Committee had to determine the application that was before them which was technically sound and would not stand up to scrutiny from an Inspector.

By opening two parcels of land, it would speed up housing delivery.

The Committee requested that informatives be included in the application to seek a reduction in the speed limit to 30 mph.  Details on the onsite management of the traffic to and from the site to include the queuing of HGV’s within the site, monitoring the road surface and continual consultation with the residents.

RESOLVED that:  the application be APPROVED subject to the conditions listed below and for the following reasons:

Reasons for Approval

1          The development would facilitate the phased delivery of an allocated housing site that will contribute to housing land position. The development manages construction traffic to allow the phased delivery of the development in accordance with the requirements of the Outline Planning Permission (17/00818/OUT). As such the development complies with Policy SS3 and the Manydown Development Brief Supplementary Planning Document (December 2016).

2          The development would not cause an adverse impact on highway safety or operation of the local highway network. The development enables the streamlining of the construction of the development across this linear site, reducing elongated construction programmes and enable efficient delivery, reducing the impact on both existing and future residents. As such the proposal complies with Policies CN9 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029

3          Appropriate drainage (surface water) can be provided for the development and can be controlled through planning conditions and other legislation to ensure that there would be no risk to property or the environment. The proposal accords with the Policies CN6 and EM7 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

4          The delivery of the development approved by the Outline Planning Permission (17/00818/OUT) will be visible to existing and future residents. The development reduces the conflict between construction traffic and future residents and allows the phasing of delivery and non-housing infrastructure (such as schools and open space) for the benefit of existing and future residents. The use of conditions that align with the existing conditions relating to timings for construction related works across the site will ensure that more sensitive times of the day and week are protected to minimise the impact of the approved development during construction phases. With the imposition of such conditions the development complies with Policy EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

5          Subject to appropriate conditions, the proposed development would not cause any adverse impact on biodiversity and as such the proposal is considered to be in accordance with Policy EM4 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029 and the Landscape, Biodiversity and Trees Supplementary Planning Document (December 2018).

6          Subject to appropriate conditions the impact on heritage assets (archaeological) can be addressed and the public benefit of the delivery of the development approved by the outline planning permission is considered to balance the less than substantial harm caused. As such the proposal accords with the Policy EM11 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

7          Subject to appropriate conditions, the proposed development would not cause any adverse impact on landscape character and visual impact and as such the proposal is considered to be in accordance with Policies EM1 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029 and the Landscape, Biodiversity and Trees Supplementary Planning Document (December 2018).

8          The development is of a type not considered suitable for permanent retention and conditions are proposed that require its removal in an appropriate time scale as such the development accordance Policies CN9 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

subject to the following conditions and informatives:-

Conditions

1          The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans:      

            Location Plan - MPT003/015/02 Rev. D 

            General arrangement (Block plan) - 60590221-ACM-SA-CA-DR-CE-200001 Rev. C03   

            Long section, visibility and contour plan - 60590221-ACM-SA-CA-DR-CE-000220 Rev. C01           

            Landscape details - Drawing 1842-PLA-CA-00-DR-L-0002 Rev P01

            Landscape Section - Drawing 1842-PLA-CA-00-DR-L-3002 Rev P01          

            Drainage Plan - 60590221-ACM-SA-CA-DR-CE-200010 Rev. C02  

            Lighting Plan - 60590221-ACM-SA-CA-DR-CE-200020 Rev. C02    

            REASON: For the avoidance of doubt and in the interests of proper planning.

2          The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of 3 years from the date of this planning permission. 

            REASON: To comply with Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and to prevent an accumulation of unimplemented planning permissions.

3          The access shall only be used in relation to the construction of development as approved under Permission 17/00818/OUT (or any approved variation / amendment to it).  

            REASON: The development is of a type not considered suitable for permanent retention and in accordance with Policies CN9 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

4          Prior to the occupation of 1500 dwellings delivered pursuant to Permission 17/00818/OUT (or any approved variation / amendment to it), a scheme detailing the timing and details of the removal and closure of the temporary construction access and subsequent restoration, shall be submitted to the Local Planning Authority. The details of restoration shall include details of timing, landscaping, surfacing, stopping up and reinstatement of the highway.

            Once approved in writing the scheme shall be implemented in full accordance with the approved details.     

            The use of the temporary construction access shall cease no later than the occupation of 1750 dwellings pursuant to Permission 17/00818/OUT (or any approved variation / amendment to it). Thereafter the land will be restored in accordance with the approved scheme.        

            REASON: The development is of a type not considered suitable for permanent retention and in accordance Policies CN9 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

5          Before the access is brought into use, the provisions to prevent surface water from the site discharging on to the adjacent highway shall have been made in accordance with the approved plans and shall be retained thereafter.          

            REASON: To ensure adequate provision for surface water drainage and avoid discharge of water onto the public highway in accordance with Policies CN9 and EM7 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

6          The means of vehicular access to the site shall be constructed in accordance with the approved plans (Drg No. 60590221-ACM-SA-CA-DR-CE-200001 Rev. C03) and no structure, erection or planting exceeding 1.0m in height shall thereafter be placed within the visibility splays shown on the approved plans.  

            REASON: To ensure a suitable access and layout in the interests of highway safety in accordance with Policies CN9 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

7          Prior to development commencing, a detailed scheme for the relocation of the north bound bus stop and the south bound bus stop (or detail as to why relocation is not required) shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The details shall include a surfaced waiting / disembarkation area for bus passengers.         

            Once approved in writing the agreed works shall be implemented before any part of the development is first brought into use.

            REASON: To improve public transport infrastructure in the vicinity of the site and highway safety in accordance with Policies CN9 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

8          Prior to the first use of the development, details and location of the means of enclosure (including gates and associated boundary treatment) shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The approved details shall be installed prior to the first use of the access and retained for the duration of the operation of the temporary construction access.           

            REASON: Details are required as insufficient information has been submitted with the application in this regard, to improve the appearance of the site in the interests of visual amenity and highway safety in accordance with Policies EM10 and CN9 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

9          The soft landscaping shall take place in full accordance with the details contained in:     

            - Landscape details - Drawing 1842-PLA-CA-00-DR-L-0002 Rev P01         

            - Landscape Section - Drawing 1842-PLA-CA-00-DR-L-3002 Rev P01.      

            The approved soft landscaping works shall be carried out in the first planting and seeding seasons following when the use hereby permitted is commenced. The approved hard landscaping boundary treatments shall be installed before the use of the site as a construction access commences.

            Any trees or plants which, within a period of 5 years from the date of planting, die, are removed, or become seriously damaged or diseased shall be replaced in the next planting season with others of similar size and species, to be agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority.      

            REASON:  To improve the appearance of the site in the interests of visual amenity in accordance with Policy EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

10        The site shall be maintained in full accordance with the detail provided in the Landscape Management and Maintenance Plan (October 2022).  

            REASON: To maintain the appearance of the site in the interests of visual amenity in accordance with Policy EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

11        No gates shall be erected on the site (within the red line of this application) other than those approved under condition 8 above.         

            REASON: In the interests of highway safety in accordance with Policies CN9 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

12        All tree protection measures shall be carried out in accordance with the detail provided in the Arboricultural Development Statement produced by the CBA Trees (November 2022).   

            REASON: In the interest of visual and ecological amenity in accordance with Policies EM1 and EM4 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

13        All wildlife protection measures shall be carried out in accordance with Section 8.2 of the Ecological Appraisal submitted by Paul Chester and Associates Ltd dated Dec 2022. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved report, unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority.        

            REASON: To help protect the biodiversity of the area in accordance with Policy EM4 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

14        In order to protect neighbouring residents from prolonged disturbance, work relating to the construction of the development hereby approved, including works of demolition or preparation prior to operations, or operation of machinery or fitting out, or deliveries relating to the construction shall not take place outside of the hours of 0730 - 1800 Monday to Friday and 0800 - 1300 Saturdays, and not on Sundays or recognised public holidays.

            REASON: To protect the amenities of the occupiers of nearby properties during the construction period and in accordance with Policies EM10 and EM12 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

15        In the event discoloured and/or odorous soils are encountered during foundations and other excavation works; or should any hazardous materials (including asbestos) or significant quantities of made ground be found, then all development works shall be stopped and the Local Planning Authority contacted immediately. A scheme of works to investigate the risks and / or the adoption of any required remedial measures be submitted to, agreed and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority prior to the recommencement of development works.

            REASON: It is the responsibility of the developer to ensure the safe development of the site and to carry out any appropriate land contamination investigation and remediation works. The condition is to ensure the risks from land contamination to the future users of the land and neighbouring land are minimised, together with those 2 to controlled waters, property and ecological systems. It also ensures that the development can be carried out safely without unacceptable risks to workers, neighbours and other offsite receptors and promotes the interests of residential amenity and in accordance with Policies EM10 and EM12 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

16        Prior to the commencement of development, a Written Scheme of Investigation (WSI) shall be submitted in writing. The scheme shall provide the methodology for a strip, map and sample exercise. Once approved in writing the development shall proceed in full accordance with the approved WSI.      

            REASON: The detail is required prior to commencement as insufficient information was provided with the application and to mitigate the effect of the works associated with the development upon any heritage assets and to ensure that information regarding these heritage assets is preserved by records for future generations in accordance with Policy EM11 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029 and the aims of the National Planning Policy Framework (2021).

17        Prior to the first use of the access hereby approved, the 5 lighting columns shall be installed in full accordance with the detail provided in;    

            - Lighting Plan - Drawing No. 60590221-ACM-SA-CA-DR-CE-200020 Rev. C02  

            - Street lighting design risk assessment report  

            - Street lighting calculation report

            - Street lighting designers notes report.  

            REASON: To protect the amenities of the occupiers of nearby properties in accordance with Policies EM10 and EM12 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

18        The use of the access shall only take place in accordance with the hours of use permitted by the Outline Planning Permission (17/00818/OUT or any approved variation / amendment to it) or any hours / operation procedures imposed by the discharge of any condition pursuant to the Outline Planning Permission.

            REASON: To protect the amenities of the occupiers of nearby properties in accordance with Policies EM10 and EM12 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

19        No development shall commence until a Construction Management Plan has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The approved plan shall be adhered to throughout the construction period of this access. The plan shall provide for;

            a) Parking and turning of vehicles of site operatives and visitors       

            b) Scheduling of the works of the temporary construction access to take account of other planned highway works in the vicinity     

            c) Traffic Management detailing how queuing on the highway is to be controlled 

            d) How the condition of the highway will be monitored / maintained throughout construction.           

            e) Engagement with residents      

            REASON: To ensure a suitable access and layout in the interests of highway safety in accordance with Policies CN9 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

Informative(s):-

1.         1.1 The applicant's attention is drawn to the fact that the above conditions (if any), must be complied with in full, failure to do so may result in enforcement action being instigated.

             1.2 This permission may contain pre-commencement conditions which require specific matters to be submitted and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority before a specified stage in the development occurs. This means that a lawful commencement of the approved development CANNOT be made until the particular requirements of the pre-commencement conditions have been met.

             1.3 The applicant's attention is drawn to the fact that the Local Planning Authority has a period of up to eight weeks to determine details submitted in respect of a condition or limitation attached to a grant of planning permission. It is likely that in most cases the determination period will be shorter than eight weeks, however, the applicant is advised to schedule this time period into any programme of works. A fee will be required for requests for discharge of any consent, agreement, or approval required by a planning condition. The fee chargeable is £116 or £34 where the related permission was for extending or altering a dwelling house or other development in the curtilage of a dwelling house. A fee is payable for each submission made regardless of the number of conditions for which approval is sought. Requests must be made using the standard application form (available online) or set out in writing clearly identifying the relevant planning application and condition(s) which they are seeking approval for.

2.         In accordance with paragraph 38 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) in dealing with this application, the Council has worked with the applicant in the following positive and creative manner:-

             considering the imposition of conditions and or the completion of a s.106 legal agreement (in accordance with paragraphs 55-58).

             In this instance:

             the applicant was updated of any issues after the initial site visit;

             the application was acceptable as submitted and no further assistance was required.

             In such ways the Council has demonstrated a positive and proactive manner in seeking solutions to problems arising in relation to the planning application.

3.         The Borough Council declared a Climate Emergency during 2019 formally making this declaration at the meeting of Cabinet in September 2019. This recognises the need to take urgent action to reduce both the emissions of the Council's own activities as a service provider but also those of the wider borough. In this respect, the Council is working with consultants at present to identify appropriate actions to achieve the targets that have been set. Beyond the requirements of any conditions that may be applicable to this planning permission and the current planning policy framework, the applicant is encouraged to explore all opportunities for implementing the development in a way that minimises impact on climate change. Where this in itself might require separate permission applicants can contact the council for advice through the following link: https://www.basingstoke.gov.uk/before-making-a-planning-application. For information more generally on the Climate Emergency please visit: https://www.basingstoke.gov.uk/climateemergency.

4.         Note to Applicant: The planning permission does not authorise the undertaking of any works within the highway (carriageway, footway or verge). Any works within the highway must be approved by S278 Agreement, details of which can be found at https://www.hants.gov.uk/transport/developers/constructionstandards.

5.         At the Development Control Committee meeting on 12th April 2023 the Members stated that they encouraged / supported the applicant to work with Hampshire County Council and Hampshire Constabulary to get the speed of Roman Road / Roman Way reduced to 30mph. This includes the construction period while the junction approved by this application is operational.

2. Application - 21/02286/FUL: Creation of temporary construction access from Roman Way in connection with the Manydown development site, including widening and alterations to existing highway, along with other associated works including drainage, landscaping and utilities works. Site: Land To The North Of Roman Way Basingstoke Hampshire

The Committee considered the report set out on pages 97 to 138 of the agenda together with the further material set out on the addendum sheet and other matters discussed at the meeting.

The Committee discussed the proposed application and thought that the access would provide free flow of traffic on the site which would be beneficial to the existing road network.

Members requested an additional condition of 17 d for the signage of the footway and the same additional informatives requested in relation to the previous application number 23/00032/FUL be included.

RESOLVED that:  the application be APPROVED subject to the conditions listed below and for the following reasons:

Reasons for Approval

1          The development would facilitate the phased delivery of an allocated housing site that will contribute to housing land position. The development manages construction traffic to allow the phased delivery of the development in accordance with the requirements of the Outline Planning Permission (17/00818/OUT). As such the development complies with Policy SS3 and the Manydown Development Brief Supplementary Planning Document (December 2016).

2          The development would not cause an adverse impact on highway safety or operation of the local highway network. The development enables the streamlining of the construction of the development across this linear site, reducing elongated construction programmes and enable efficient delivery, reducing the impact on both existing and future residents. As such the proposal complies with Policies CN9 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

3          Appropriate drainage (surface water) can be provided for the development and can be controlled through planning conditions and other legislation to ensure that there would be no risk to property or the environment. The proposal accords with the Policies CN6 and EM7 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

4          The delivery of the development approved by the Outline Planning Permission (17/00818/OUT) will be visible to existing and future residents. The development reduces the conflict between construction traffic and future residents and allows the phasing of delivery and non-housing infrastructure (such as schools and open space) for the benefit of existing and future residents. The use of conditions that align with the existing conditions relating to timings for construction related works across the site will ensure that more sensitive times of the day and week are protected to minimise the impact of the approved development during construction phases. With the imposition of such conditions the development complies with Policy EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

5          Subject to appropriate conditions, the proposed development would not cause any adverse impact on biodiversity and as such the proposal is considered to be in accordance with Policy EM4 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029 and the Landscape, Biodiversity and Trees Supplementary Planning Document (December 2018).

6          Subject to appropriate conditions, the proposed development would not cause any adverse impact on landscape character and visual impact and as such the proposal is considered to be in accordance with Policies EM1 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029 and the Landscape, Biodiversity and Trees Supplementary Planning Document (December 2018).

7          The development is not proposed for permanent retention and conditions are proposed that require its removal in an appropriate time scale as such the development accordance Policies CN9 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

subject to the following conditions and informatives:-

Conditions

1          The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans:      

            Location Plan MPT003/015/01 Rev D     

            General arrangement (Block plan) - 60590221-ACM-SA-CA-DR-CE-100001 Rev C03    

            Long section, visibility and contour plan - 60590221-ACM-SA-CA-DR-CE-000120 Rev. C01           

            Landscape details - Drawing 1842-PLA-CA-00-DR-L-2001 Rev P01

            Landscape Section - Drawing 1842-PLA-CA-00-DR-L-3001 Rev P01          

            Drainage Plan - 60590221-ACM-SA-CA-DR-CE-100010 Rev. C02  

            Lighting Plan - 60590221-ACM-SA-CA-DR-CE-100020 Rev. C02    

            REASON: For the avoidance of doubt and in the interests of proper planning.

2          The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of 3 years from the date of this planning permission.

            REASON: To comply with Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and to prevent an accumulation of unimplemented planning permissions.

3          The access shall only be used in relation to the construction of development approved under Permission 17/00818/OUT (or any approved variation / amendment to it).  

            REASON:  The development is of a type not considered suitable for permanent retention and in accordance with Policies CN9 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

4          Prior to the occupation of 1500 dwellings delivered pursuant to Permission 17/00818/OUT (or any approved variation / amendment to it), a scheme detailing the timing and details of the removal and closure of the temporary construction access and subsequent restoration, shall be submitted to the Local Planning Authority. The details of restoration shall include details of timing, landscaping, surfacing, stopping up and reinstatement of the highway.

            Once approved in writing the scheme shall be implemented in full accordance with the approved details.     

            The use of the temporary construction access shall cease no later than the occupation of 1750 dwellings pursuant to Permission 17/00818/OUT (or any approved variation / amendment to it). Thereafter the land will be restored in accordance with the approved scheme.        

            REASON: The development is of a type not considered suitable for permanent retention and in accordance Policies CN9 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

5          Before the access is brought into use, the provisions to prevent surface water from the site discharging on to the adjacent highway shall have been made in accordance with the approved plans and shall be retained thereafter.

            REASON: To ensure adequate provision for surface water drainage and avoid discharge of water onto the public highway in accordance with Policies CN9 and EM7 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

6          The means of vehicular access to the site shall be constructed in accordance with the approved plan (Drg No. 60590221-ACM-SA-CA-DR-CE-100001 Rev. C03) and no structure, erection or planting exceeding 1.0m in height shall thereafter be placed within the visibility splays shown on the approved plans.     

            REASON: To ensure a suitable access and layout in the interests of highway safety in accordance with Policies CN9 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

7          Prior to the first use of the construction access hereby permitted, details and location of the means of enclosure (including gates and associated boundary treatment) shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The approved details shall be installed prior to the first use of the access and retained for the duration of the operation of the temporary construction access.         

            REASON: Details are required as insufficient information has been submitted with the application in this regard, to improve the appearance of the site in the interests of visual amenity and highway safety in accordance with Policies EM10 and CN9 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

8          The soft landscaping shall take place in full accordance with the details contained in:     

            - Landscape details - Drawing 1842-PLA-CA-00-DR-L-2001 Rev P01         

            - Landscape Section - Drawing 1842-PLA-CA-00-DR-L-3001 Rev P01       

            The approved soft landscaping works shall be carried out in the first planting and seeding seasons following when the use hereby permitted is commenced. The approved hard landscaping boundary treatments shall be installed before the use of the site as a construction access commences.

            Any trees or plants which, within a period of 5 years from the date of planting, die, are removed, or become seriously damaged or diseased shall be replaced in the next planting season with others of similar size and species, to be agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority.      

            REASON: To improve the appearance of the site in the interests of visual amenity in accordance with Policy EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011- 2029.

9          The site shall be maintained in full accordance with the detail provided in the Landscape Management and Maintenance Plan (October 2022).  

            REASON: To maintain the appearance of the site in the interests of visual amenity in accordance with Policy EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011- 2029.

10        No gates shall be erected on the site (within the red line of this application) other than those approved under condition 7 above.         

            REASON: In the interests of highway safety in accordance with Policies CN9 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

11        All tree protection measures shall be carried out in accordance with the detail provided in the Arboricultural Development Statement produced by the CBA Trees (November 2022).   

            REASON: In the interest of visual and ecological amenity in accordance with Policies EM1 and EM4 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

12        All wildlife protection measures shall be carried out in accordance with Sections 8.2 & 8.3 of the Ecological Appraisal submitted by Paul Chester and Associates Ltd dated Dec 2022. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved report, unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority.        

            REASON: To help protect the biodiversity of the area in accordance with Policy EM4 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

13        In order to protect neighbouring residents from prolonged disturbance, work relating to the construction of the development hereby approved, including works of demolition or preparation prior to operations, or operation of machinery or fitting out, or deliveries relating to the construction shall not take place outside of the hours of 0730 - 1800 Monday to Friday and 0800 - 1300 Saturdays, and not on Sundays or recognised public holidays.  

            REASON: To protect the amenities of the occupiers of nearby properties during the construction period and in accordance with Policies EM10 and EM12 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

14        In the event discoloured and/or odorous soils are encountered during works; or should any hazardous materials (including asbestos) or significant quantities of made ground be found, then all development works shall be stopped and the Local Planning Authority contacted immediately. A scheme of works to investigate the risks and/or the adoption of any required remedial measures be submitted to, agreed and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority prior to the recommencement of development works.         

            REASON: It is the responsibility of the developer to ensure the safe development of the site and to carry out any appropriate land contamination investigation and remediation works. The condition is to ensure the risks from land contamination to the future users of the land and neighbouring land are minimised, together with those 2 to controlled waters, property and ecological systems. It also ensures that the development can be carried out safely without unacceptable risks to workers, neighbours and other offsite receptors and promotes the interests of residential amenity and in accordance with Policies EM10 and EM12 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

15        Prior to the first use of the access hereby approved, the 4 lighting columns shall be installed in full accordance with the detail provided in;    

            - Lighting Plan - Drawing No. 60590221-ACM-SA-CA-DR-CE-100020 Rev. C02  

            - Street lighting design risk assessment report  

            - Street lighting calculation report

            - Street lighting designers notes report.  

            REASON: To protect the amenities of the occupiers of nearby properties in accordance with Policies EM10 and EM12 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

16        The use of the access shall only take place in accordance with the hours of use permitted by the Outline Planning Permission (17/00818/OUT or any approved variation / amendment to it) or any hours / operation procedures imposed by the discharge of any condition pursuant to the Outline Planning Permission.        

            REASON: To protect the amenities of the occupiers of nearby properties in accordance with Policies EM10 and EM12 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029

17        No development shall commence until a Construction Management Plan has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The approved plan shall be adhered to throughout the construction period of this access. The plan shall provide for;

            a) No builders or contractor's vehicles, machinery, equipment, materials, spoil, scaffolding or anything associated with the works should be left on or near the footpath to obstruct, hinder or provide a hazard to users.        

            b) Parking and turning of vehicles of site operatives and visitors.      

            c) Scheduling of the works of the temporary construction access to take account of other planned highway works in the vicinity     

            d) Traffic Management detailing how queuing on the highway is to be controlled 

            e) How the condition of the highway will be monitored / maintained throughout construction.           

            f) Engagement with residents       

            REASON: To ensure a suitable access and layout in the interests of highway safety in accordance with Policies CN9 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

Informative(s):-

1.         1.1 The applicant's attention is drawn to the fact that the above conditions (if any), must be complied with in full, failure to do so may result in enforcement action being instigated.

             1.2  This permission may contain pre-commencement conditions which require specific matters to be submitted and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority before a specified stage in the development occurs.  This means that a lawful commencement of the approved development CANNOT be made until the particular requirements of the pre-commencement conditions have been met.

             1.3  The applicant's attention is drawn to the fact that the Local Planning Authority has a period of up to eight weeks to determine details submitted in respect of a condition or limitation attached to a grant of planning permission.  It is likely that in most cases the determination period will be shorter than eight weeks, however, the applicant is advised to schedule this time period into any programme of works.  A fee will be required for requests for discharge of any consent, agreement, or approval required by a planning condition.  The fee chargeable is £116 or £34 where the related permission was for extending or altering a dwelling house or other development in the curtilage of a dwelling house.  A fee is payable for each submission made regardless of the number of conditions for which approval is sought.  Requests must be made using the standard application form (available online) or set out in writing clearly identifying the relevant planning application and condition(s) which they are seeking approval for.

2.         In accordance with paragraph 38 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) in dealing with this application, the Council has worked with the applicant in the following positive and creative manner:-

             considering the imposition of conditions and or the completion of a s.106 legal agreement (in accordance with paragraphs 55-58).

             In this instance:

             the applicant was updated of any issues after the initial site visit;

             the application was acceptable as submitted and no further assistance was required.

             In such ways the Council has demonstrated a positive and proactive manner in seeking solutions to problems arising in relation to the planning application.

3.         The Borough Council declared a Climate Emergency during 2019 formally making this declaration at the meeting of Cabinet in September 2019. This recognises the need to take urgent action to reduce both the emissions of the Council's own activities as a service provider but also those of the wider borough. In this respect, the Council is working with consultants at present to identify appropriate actions to achieve the targets that have been set. Beyond the requirements of any conditions that may be applicable to this planning permission and the current planning policy framework, the applicant is encouraged to explore all opportunities for implementing the development in a way that minimises impact on climate change. Where this in itself might require separate permission applicants can contact the council for advice through the following link: https://www.basingstoke.gov.uk/before-making-a-planning-application. For information more generally on the Climate Emergency please visit: https://www.basingstoke.gov.uk/climateemergency.

4.         Note to Applicant: The planning permission does not authorise the undertaking of any works within the highway (carriageway, footway or verge). Any works within the highway must be approved by S278 Agreement, details of which can be found at https://www.hants.gov.uk/transport/developers/constructionstandards

5.         The applicant's attention is drawn to the comments of HCC Countryside Planning.

             Nothing connected with the development, or its future use should have an adverse effect on the right of way, which must always remain available for public use

             There must be no surface alterations to a Public Right of Way without the consent of Hampshire County Council as Highway Authority.

6.         At the Development Control Committee meeting on 12th April 2023 the Members stated that they encouraged / supported the applicant to work with Hampshire County Council and Hampshire Constabulary to get the speed of Roman Road / Roman Way reduced to 30mph. This includes the construction period while the junction approved by this application is operational.

3. Application – 20/02267/FUL: Erection 1 no. 4 bed dwelling on existing garden land. Site: 1 South View Cottages  Twinley Lane Freefolk RG28 7QS

The Committee considered the report set out on pages 139 to 164 of the agenda together with the further material set out on the addendum sheet and other matters discussed at the meeting.

The Committee discussed the proposed application and it was believed that the concerns raised by the Landscape Officer could not be supported. As the dwelling would be located within the existing garden of the host property which already had a defined residential character.

There would be a net gain of biodiversity on the site especially with the construction of a wildlife pond.

Although the site falls within the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) some Members thought that the dwelling was modest and would be sited low in the landscape and well screened.

There was a difference of opinion as to the level of harm caused to the AONB.

RESOLVED that:  the application be APPROVED subject to the conditions listed below and for the following reasons

Reasons for Approval

1          In the absence of an up-to-date development plan, the proposed development would deliver housing which would contribute towards mitigating against the overall shortfall of supply as well as providing economic, social and environmental benefits.  In the planning balance, and applying a presumption in favour of sustainable development, it is not considered that the impact of the development would significantly and demonstrably outweigh the benefits when the policies of the National Planning Policy Framework (July 2021) as a material planning consideration are taken as a whole. The proposal is considered to represent a sustainable form of development. The proposal is therefore in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (July 2021) and Policy SD1 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

2          The proposal would not result in the erection of a dwelling in an isolated location within the countryside and the proposal is considered to represent a sustainable form of development. The proposal is therefore in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (July 2021) and Policies SS6a and SD1 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

3          The proposed dwelling would be of an appropriate design and siting, would relate to surrounding development and would not result in significant impacts on the local landscape character, scenic quality of the area or wider North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Beauty. As such the proposal complies with Section 15 of the National Planning Policy Framework (July 2021), Policies EM1 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029 and the Design and Sustainability Supplementary Planning Document (2018) and Policies LD2 and LD3 of the Whitchurch Neighbourhood Development Plan 2014 to 2029

4          The development would not result in an undue loss of privacy or cause undue overlooking, overshadowing, overbearing or noise and disturbance impacts to neighbouring properties and as such complies with Policies EM10 and EM12 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

5          The development would not cause an adverse impact on highway safety, subject to adequate parking being provided to serve the development.  As such the proposal would comply with the National Planning Policy Framework (July 2021), Policies CN9 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029, Policy TR1 of the Whitchurch Neighbourhood Development Plan 2014 to 2029 and the Parking Supplementary Planning Document (2018)

6          The proposed development would not cause any adverse impacts to onsite and offset biodiversity and as such the proposal is considered to be in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (July 2021), Policy EM4 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029 and Policy LD2 of the Whitchurch Neighbourhood Development Plan 2014 to 2029 and the Landscape, Biodiversity and Trees Supplementary Planning Document (December 2018).

subject to the following conditions and informatives:-

Conditions

1          The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans:      

            Location Plan Site Plan - drawing no. IN 1501:10         

            Floor Plans - drawing no. IN 1501:11      

            Elevations - drawing no. IN 1501:12        

            Elevations - drawing no. IN 1501:13        

            Roof/Section - drawing no. IN 1501:14   

            REASON:  For the avoidance of doubt and in the interests of proper planning.

2          The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of 3 years from the date of this planning permission.

            REASON:  To comply with Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and to prevent an accumulation of unimplemented planning permissions.

3          No development shall take place until details of a habitat enhancement scheme have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out and thereafter maintained in accordance with the details so approved. The details shall include information to show how the pond will be designed, constructed and managed (to include aftercare and long-term management) in such a way as to positively contribute to the nature conservation value of the site.

            No trees or shrubs shall be removed between 1 March and 31 August unless first checked by an ecologist for active birds' nests. If a nest is discovered, the tree or shrub must not be removed until the young have left the nest.

            REASON:  To help protect and enhance the biodiversity of the area in the long-term, in accordance with Policy EM4 of the of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029 and Policy LD2 of the Whitchurch Neighbourhood Development Plan 2014 to 2029 .

4          No development shall commence on site until a Tree Protection Plan has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The approved tree protection shall be erected prior to any site activity commencing and maintained until completion of the development. No development or other operations shall take place other than in complete accordance with the Tree Protection Plan.         

            REASON:  To ensure that reasonable measures are taken to safeguard protected/important landscape trees in the interests of local amenity and the enhancement of the development itself, in accordance with Policies EM1 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029 and Policy LD3 of the Whitchurch Neighbourhood Development Plan 2014 to 2029.

5          The development hereby approved shall not be occupied until the Package Treatment Plant, Otto Graf one2clean, has been installed in accordance with the details within cda technical note 1 dated 30 September 2022 and the manufacturer's instructions. Thereafter the Package Treatment Plant shall be operated, monitored and maintained in accordance with these details in perpetuity.

            REASON:  To mitigate against the effects of nutrients generated from the development upon internationally protected sites in accordance with the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017 and in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework (2021), Policy EM4 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011- 2029 and Policy LD2 of the Whitchurch Neighbourhood Development Plan 2014 to 2029.

6          No development past slab level shall take place until details/specification of the types and colours of external materials to be used, together with samples (where appropriate), have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out and thereafter maintained in accordance with the details so approved.            

            REASON:  In the interests of the visual amenities of the area and in accordance with Policy EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029. 

7          Prior to occupation of the dwelling hereby approved a scheme for the soft and hard landscaping shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. A scheme of soft landscaping which shall specify species, planting sizes, spacing and numbers of trees/shrubs to be planted (including replacement trees where appropriate). The works approved shall be carried out in the first planting and seeding seasons following the first occupation of the building or when the use hereby permitted is commenced. In addition, a maintenance programme detailing all operations to be carried out in order to allow successful establishment of planting, shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority before development commences. Any trees or plants which, within a period of 5 years from the date of planting, die, are removed or become seriously damaged or diseased shall be replaced in the next planting season with others of similar size and species, to be agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority.

            REASON:   Details are required prior to commencement because insufficient information has been submitted with the application in this regard, to improve the appearance of the site in the interests of visual amenity in accordance with Policy EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

8          Prior to occupation of the dwelling hereby approved the proposed onsite vehicular parking and turning area shall be provided in accordance with the approved Site Plan (drawing No. Site Plan IN 1501:10).   Thereafter, these areas shall be permanently retained and used for vehicular parking.   

            REASON:   In order to provide a suitable and convenient on-site movement layout with adequate parking facilities in accordance with Policy CN9 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011 - 2029.

9          The dwelling hereby approved shall not be occupied until details indicating 2 long term and 1 short term secure cycle parking storage for the proposed dwelling have been submitted and approved and the development shall be maintained in accordance with the approved details.           

            REASON:  No details have been provided in this regard in accordance with Policy CN9 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

10        No development above slab level shall take place on site until details of waste storage and collection points have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The approved details shall be implemented before the first occupation of the development and shall thereafter be maintained.

            REASON:   In the interests of amenity and highway safety in accordance with Policy EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

11        The development hereby approved shall not be occupied until a Construction Statement detailing how the new home shall meet a water efficiency standard of 110 litres or less per person per day has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority, unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority through a demonstration that this requirement for sustainable water use cannot be achieved on technical or viability grounds. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.    

            REASON:   In the absence of such details being provided within the planning submission, details are required to ensure that the development delivers a level of sustainable water use in accordance with Policy EM9 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029 and in the interests of preserving off site biodiversity and accordance with Section 15 of the National Planning Policy Framework 2021 and Policy EM4 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

12        No work relating to the construction of the development hereby approved, including works of demolition or preparation prior to operations, shall take place before the hours of 0730 nor after 1800 Monday to Friday, before the hours of 0800 nor after 1300 Saturdays nor on Sundays or recognised public holidays.

            REASON:  To protect the amenities of the occupiers of nearby properties during the construction period and in accordance Policy EM12 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011 - 2029.

13        No deliveries of construction materials or plant and machinery and no removal of any spoil from the site, shall take place before the hours of 0730 nor after 1800 Monday to Friday, before the hours of 0800 nor after 1300 Saturdays nor on Sundays or recognised public holidays.       

            REASON:  To protect the amenities of the occupiers of nearby properties during the construction period and in accordance with Policy EM12 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

Informative(s):-

1.         1.1 The applicant's attention is drawn to the fact that the above conditions (if any), must be complied with in full, failure to do so may result in enforcement action being instigated.

            1.2 This permission may contain pre-commencement conditions which require specific matters to be submitted and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority before a specified stage in the development occurs. This means that a lawful commencement of the approved development CANNOT be made until the particular requirements of the pre-commencement conditions have been met.

            1.3 The applicant's attention is drawn to the fact that the Local Planning Authority has a period of up to eight weeks to determine details submitted in respect of a condition or limitation attached to a grant of planning permission. It is likely that in most cases the determination period will be shorter than eight weeks, however, the applicant is advised to schedule this time period into any programme of works. A fee will be required for requests for discharge of any consent, agreement, or approval required by a planning condition. The fee chargeable is £116 or £34 where the related permission was for extending or altering a dwelling house or other development in the curtilage of a dwelling house. A fee is payable for each submission made regardless of the number of conditions for which approval is sought. Requests must be made using the standard application form (available online) or set out in writing clearly identifying the relevant planning application and condition(s) which they are seeking approval for.

2.         In accordance with paragraph 38 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) in dealing with this application, the Council has worked with the applicant in the following positive and creative manner:

             seeking further information following receipt of the application;

             considering amendments to the proposed development following receipt of the application;

             considering the imposition of conditions

             In this instance:

             the applicant was updated of any issues after the initial site visit;

             In such ways the Council has demonstrated a positive and proactive manner in seeking solutions to problems arising in relation to the planning application.

3.         The Borough Council declared a Climate Emergency during 2019 formally making this declaration at the meeting of Cabinet in September 2019. This recognises the need to take urgent action to reduce both the emissions of the Council's own activities as a service provider but also those of the wider borough. In this respect, the Council is working with consultants at present to identify appropriate actions to achieve the targets that have been set. Beyond the requirements of any conditions that may be applicable to this planning permission and the current planning policy framework, the applicant is encouraged to explore all opportunities for implementing the development in a way that minimises impact on climate change. Where this in itself might require separate permission applicants can contact the council for advice through the following link: https://www.basingstoke.gov.uk/before-making-a-planning-application. For information more generally on the Climate Emergency please visit: https://www.basingstoke.gov.uk/climateemergency.

4.         The developer attention is drawn to the Network Rail consultation response in respect of their land ownership.

4. Application – 21/02589/OUT: Outline application for the erection of 1 no. dwelling and associated works Site: Land To Rear Of 80 Pardown Pardown Oakley Hampshire

The Committee considered the report set out on pages 165 to 196 of the agenda together with the further material set out on the addendum sheet and other matters discussed at the meeting.

The Committee discussed the proposed application and concern was expressed to the rising height of the land. 

Members agreed to defer the application to enable a site visit.

RESOLVED that:  the application be DEFERRED for a site viewing.

5. Application – 21/03332/FUL: Erection of 3 no. detached dwellings with garages, parking and associated landscaping following the demolition of existing stables/barn. Site: West View Farm Baughurst Road Baughurst RG26 5LL

The Committee considered the report set out on pages 197 to 235 of the and other matters discussed at the meeting.

The Committee discussed the proposed application and referred to the planning history for the site.  It was acknowledged that a dwelling had recently been allowed on appeal to the immediate north of the application number 20/00578/FUL.  

It was noted that an appeal for 1 dwelling to the west of the application site application number 18/03128/FUL had been dismissed by the Planning Inspector and a further application for 2 dwellings to the northern side of West View Farm House application number 19/02255/FUL had recently been refused by the Local Planning Authority.

Some Members believed that the proposal for 3 dwellings would result in an overdevelopment of the site which was situated outside the settlement boundary.

Concern was raised that the application site was situated within the Detailed Emergency Planning Zone (DEPZ) surrounding the Aldermaston Atomic Weapons Establishment (AWE).

Concern was raised on the negative impact to the neighbouring properties from the extra traffic generated.

It was thought the development was harmful to the character of the area through an urbanisation in the countryside.

RESOLVED that:  the application be REFUSED for the following reasons:

Reason for Refusal

1          The development would result in an overdevelopment of the site and would have an urbanising impact of the rural character of the area as a result of the introduction of domestic built form and associated paraphernalia. The proposed development would therefore result in unacceptable adverse impacts on the landscape character and visual amenity of the area and as such would be contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework (July 2021), Policies SS6, EM1, and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029, the Design and Sustainability Supplementary Planning Document (2018) and the Landscape, Biodiversity and Trees Supplementary Planning Document.

Informative(s):-

1.         In accordance with paragraph 38 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) in dealing with this application, the Council has worked with the applicant in the following positive and creative manner:-

             proactively offering a pre-application advice (in accordance with paragraphs 39 - 46);

             seeking further information following receipt of the application;

             seeking amendments to the proposed development following receipt of the application;

             considering the imposition of conditions and or the completion of a s.106 legal agreement (in accordance with paragraphs 55-58).

             In this instance:

             the applicant was updated of any issues after the initial site visit;

             In such ways the Council has demonstrated a positive and proactive manner in seeking solutions to problems arising in relation to the planning application.

6. Application – 22/02904/HSE:  Proposed single storey rear extension, following removal of the existing conservatory, insertion of rooflights over new staircase and roof storage area and new pitched roof over existing side garage (Amended)Site:

9 Heath Road Pamber Heath Hampshire RG26 3DR

The Committee considered the report set out on pages 236 to 246 of the agenda together with the further material set out on the addendum sheet and other matters discussed at the meeting.

RESOLVED that:  the application was APPROVED subject to the conditions listed below and for the following reasons

Reasons for Approval

1          The proposed development would be of an acceptable design and would not adversely impact on the character and appearance of the surrounding development and as such complies with the National Planning Policy Framework (July 2021), Policies EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029 and guidance contained within the Design and Sustainability Supplementary Planning Document (2018)

2          The development would not result in an undue loss of privacy or cause undue overlooking, overshadowing, overbearing or noise and disturbance impacts to neighbouring properties and as such complies with Policies EM10 and EM12 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

3          The proposed development respects the character of its surroundings in terms of street pattern, plot size, layout and form and as such complies with the National Planning Policy Framework (July 2021) and Policy EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029

subject to the following conditions and informatives:-

Conditions

1          The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans:      

            Location Plan & Block Plan; P399-0822/PA/003 Rev A           

            Existing Plans & Elevations; P399-0822/PA/001          

            Proposed Plans & Elevations; P399/0822/PA/002 Rev B       

            REASON:  For the avoidance of doubt and in the interests of proper planning.

2          The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of 3 years from the date of this planning permission.

            REASON:  To comply with Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and to prevent an accumulation of unimplemented planning permissions.

3          The materials to be used in the construction of the external surfaces of the development hereby permitted shall match, in type, colour and texture to those on the existing building and on submitted plans and application form.   

            REASON:  In the interests of visual amenity and in accordance with Policy EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

Informative(s):-

1.         1.1 The applicant's attention is drawn to the fact that the above conditions (if any), must be complied with in full, failure to do so may result in enforcement action being instigated.

             1.2  This permission may contain pre-commencement conditions which require specific matters to be submitted and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority before a specified stage in the development occurs.  This means that a lawful commencement of the approved development CANNOT be made until the particular requirements of the pre-commencement conditions have been met.

             1.3  The applicant's attention is drawn to the fact that the Local Planning Authority has a period of up to eight weeks to determine details submitted in respect of a condition or limitation attached to a grant of planning permission.  It is likely that in most cases the determination period will be shorter than eight weeks, however, the applicant is advised to schedule this time period into any programme of works.  A fee will be required for requests for discharge of any consent, agreement, or approval required by a planning condition.  The fee chargeable is £116 or £34 where the related permission was for extending or altering a dwelling house or other development in the curtilage of a dwelling house.  A fee is payable for each submission made regardless of the number of conditions for which approval is sought.  Requests must be made using the standard application form (available online) or set out in writing clearly identifying the relevant planning application and condition(s) which they are seeking approval for.

2.         In accordance with paragraph 38 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) in dealing with this application, the Council has worked with the applicant in the following positive and creative manner:-

             seeking further information following receipt of the application;

             considering the imposition of conditions and or the completion of a s.106 legal agreement (in accordance with paragraphs 55-58).

             In this instance:

             the application was acceptable as submitted and no further assistance was required.

             In such ways the Council has demonstrated a positive and proactive manner in seeking solutions to problems arising in relation to the planning application.

3.         The Borough Council declared a Climate Emergency during 2019 formally making this declaration at the meeting of Cabinet in September 2019. This recognises the need to take urgent action to reduce both the emissions of the Council's own activities as a service provider but also those of the wider borough. In this respect, the Council is working with consultants at present to identify appropriate actions to achieve the targets that have been set. Beyond the requirements of any conditions that may be applicable to this planning permission and the current planning policy framework, the applicant is encouraged to explore all opportunities for implementing the development in a way that minimises impact on climate change. Where this in itself might require separate permission applicants can contact the council for advice through the following link: https://www.basingstoke.gov.uk/before-making-a-planning-application. For information more generally on the Climate Emergency please visit: https://www.basingstoke.gov.uk/climateemergency.

7. Application – 22/03241/RET: Retrospective extension of residential amenity land and retrospective erection of garden amenity shed.  Site:  Bellaire Grange 14C Hackwood Lane Cliddesden Hampshire

The Committee considered the report set out on pages 247 to 258 of the agenda and other matters discussed at the meeting.

The Committee discussed the proposed application and supported the Officer’s recommendation within the report.

RESOLVED that:  the application was APPROVED subject to the conditions listed below and for the following reasons

Reasons for Approval

1          The proposed extension of residential land would be of an appropriate scale and relate to surrounding residential land in a sympathetic manner and would not cause harm to the Landscape character of the area and as such would comply with the National Planning Policy Framework (July 2021) and Policy EM1 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

2          The outbuilding would be of an appropriate scale, size, bulk and mass and relate to surrounding residential development in a sympathetic manner and would not cause harm to the Landscape character of the area and as such would comply with the National Planning Policy Framework (July 2021) and Policy EM1 and EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

3          The proposed development would not result in an undue loss of privacy or cause undue overlooking, overshadowing, overbearing or noise and disturbance impacts to neighbouring properties and as such complies with Policies EM10 and EM12 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

subject to the following conditions and informatives:-

Conditions

1          The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans:      

            Proposed Floor and Roof Plans at 1:100 - Received 01/12/2022      

            Proposed Elevations at 1:100 - Received Received 01/12/2022        

            Proposed Block Plan at 1:500 - Received 01/12/2022 

            REASON:  For the avoidance of doubt and in the interests of proper planning.

2          The outbuilding shall be used only for purposes incidental to the enjoyment of the dwellinghouse, known as Bellaire Grange, and shall not be used for any business, commercial or industrial purposes whatsoever.

            REASON:  In the interests of the visual amenities of the area in accordance with Policy EM10 of the Basingstoke and Deane Local Plan 2011-2029.

Informative(s):-

1.         1.1 The applicant's attention is drawn to the fact that the above conditions (if any), must be complied with in full, failure to do so may result in enforcement action being instigated.

             1.2  This permission may contain pre-commencement conditions which require specific matters to be submitted and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority before a specified stage in the development occurs.  This means that a lawful commencement of the approved development CANNOT be made until the particular requirements of the pre-commencement conditions have been met.

             1.3  The applicant's attention is drawn to the fact that the Local Planning Authority has a period of up to eight weeks to determine details submitted in respect of a condition or limitation attached to a grant of planning permission.  It is likely that in most cases the determination period will be shorter than eight weeks, however, the applicant is advised to schedule this time period into any programme of works.  A fee will be required for requests for discharge of any consent, agreement, or approval required by a planning condition.  The fee chargeable is £116 or £34 where the related permission was for extending or altering a dwelling house or other development in the curtilage of a dwelling house.  A fee is payable for each submission made regardless of the number of conditions for which approval is sought.  Requests must be made using the standard application form (available online) or set out in writing clearly identifying the relevant planning application and condition(s) which they are seeking approval for.

2.         In accordance with paragraph 38 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) in dealing with this application, the Council has worked with the applicant in the following positive and creative manner:-

             considering the imposition of conditions.

             In this instance:

             the application was acceptable as submitted and no further assistance was required.

             In such ways the Council has demonstrated a positive and proactive manner in seeking solutions to problems arising in relation to the planning application.

3.         The Borough Council declared a Climate Emergency during 2019 formally making this declaration at the meeting of Cabinet in September 2019. This recognises the need to take urgent action to reduce both the emissions of the Council's own activities as a service provider but also those of the wider borough. In this respect, the Council is working with consultants at present to identify appropriate actions to achieve the targets that have been set. Beyond the requirements of any conditions that may be applicable to this planning permission and the current planning policy framework, the applicant is encouraged to explore all opportunities for implementing the development in a way that minimises impact on climate change. Where this in itself might require separate permission applicants can contact the council for advice through the following link: https://www.basingstoke.gov.uk/before-making-a-planning-application. For information more generally on the Climate Emergency please visit: https://www.basingstoke.gov.uk/climateemergency.

Meeting ended 21:33

Chairman