Gosport Borough Council
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Meeting
Regulatory Board - Gosport
Meeting Times
Scheduled Time
Start:
Wednesday, 10th September 2025
6:00 PM
Wednesday, 10th September 2025
6:00 PM
End:
Wednesday, 10th September 2025
10:00 PM
Wednesday, 10th September 2025
10:00 PM
Meeting Status
Status:
Confirmed
Confirmed
Date:
10 Sep 2025
10 Sep 2025
Location:
Council Chamber
Council Chamber
Meeting Attendees
Council Staff
Head of Planning and Regeneration and Assistant to the Chief Executive
Debbie Gore
Copy docmts only
Committee Member
Agenda
1
Apologies for non-attendance
To receive apologies for non attendance.
Minutes
An apology for non attendance was received from Councillor Bradley.
2
Declarations of Interest
All Members are required to disclose at this point in the meeting or as soon as possible thereafter, any disclosable pecuniary interest or personal interest in any item(s) being considered at this meeting.
Minutes
Councillor Scard advised that he has a personal interest in item as his daughter resided in a neighbouring road.
Councillor Hammond advised that he had previously recorded unremunerated drone footage at both the Rum Store and Gilkicker
Councillor Hammond advised that he had previously recorded unremunerated drone footage at both the Rum Store and Gilkicker
3
Minutes of the meeting held on 23 July 2025
RESOLVED: That the minutes of the meeting held on 23 July 2025 be signed as a true and correct record.
Attachments:
- Document Minutes Public Pack, 23/07/2025 Regulatory Board 02 Sep 2025
Minutes
RESOLVED: That the minutes of the meeting held on the 23rd July 2025 be signed as a true and correct record.
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Deputations - Standing Order 3.4
NOTE: The Board is required to receive a deputation(s) on a matter which is before the meeting of the Board provided that notice of the intended deputation and its object shall have been received by the Borough Solicitor by 12 noon on 8 September 2025. The total time for deputations in favour and against a proposal shall not exceed 10 minutes
Minutes
A deputation was received on agenda item 8 application number 25/0052/FULL.
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Public Questions - Standing Order 3.5
(NOTE: The Board is required to allow a total of 15 minutes for questions from Members of the public on matters within the terms of reference of the Board provided that notice of such Question(s) shall have been submitted to the Borough Solicitor by 12 noon on 8 September 2005).
Minutes
There were none.
6
Proposed Amendments to the Taxi and Private Hire Licensing Policy
This report sets out proposed updates to the Taxi and Private Hire Licensing requirements following a thorough review by the Licensing Team. This review has arisen because of updated guidance, case law and best practice.
Attachments:
- Document Policy 02 Sep 2025
- Document APPENDIX A GBC Handbook April 2025 CURRENT 02 Sep 2025
- Document APPENDIX B GBC Policy SEPT 2025 PROPOSED 02 Sep 2025
Minutes
Consideration was given to a report of the Head of Environmental Health detailing proposed amendments to the taxi and the private hire licensing policy.
The Board was advised that the policy was best practice and that it would be a sensible decision to adopt them.
The Members requested that copies be made available to them for reference.
RESOLVED: That
Approve the new policy for consultation with the trade and public and
Provide delegated authority to the Head of Environmental Health to make minor amendments to the Policy going forward without the need to liaise with the Board. In the absence of any substantive changes being required following consultation.
The Board was advised that the policy was best practice and that it would be a sensible decision to adopt them.
The Members requested that copies be made available to them for reference.
RESOLVED: That
Approve the new policy for consultation with the trade and public and
Provide delegated authority to the Head of Environmental Health to make minor amendments to the Policy going forward without the need to liaise with the Board. In the absence of any substantive changes being required following consultation.
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DC04/059/24 - Fort Gilkicker, William Jervois Way, Gosport Hampshire<
To seek authorisation to modify the legal agreement made pursuant to Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) for the development at Fort Gilkicker, William Jervois Way, Gosport.
The request has been submitted under S106A(1)(a) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended).
The request has been submitted under S106A(1)(a) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended).
Attachments:
- Document Main Agenda Item - Fort Gilkicker 02 Sep 2025
Minutes
Consideration was given to a report of the Development Manager seeking authorisation to modify the legal agreement made pursuant to Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning act 1990 (as amended) for the Development of Fort Gilkicker, William Jervois Way, Gosport.
The request has been submitted under S106A(1) (a) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990
The Board was advised that following the Publication of the agenda, Officers had continued discussions with the planning agent for the owner/developer in regard to the matter. It has been confirmed that the site owner and developer is agreeable to a late stage viability review to establish if the scheme can bear the cost of affordable housing and open space contributions. This would be in the form of a further viability assessment being carried out towards the end of the development when there will be more certainty about both the cost of the development and its value.
Given this Officers are presenting an updated recommendation with the following elements:
1. The retention of clauses relating to the existing financial obligations (amounts) for both affordable housing and open space contributions as set out within the existing Agreements;
2. the removal of clauses relating to the provision of on-site provision of affordable housing;
3. the addition of new clauses to require the applicant to carry out a late viability review, prior to the occupation of the 25th (penultimate) dwelling, to assess any surplus over a 17.5% profit that would allow the above contributions, or part thereof, to be made to the Council, with payment of any contributions due, being prior to the first occupation of the 26th (final) dwelling.
Notwithstanding this amended recommendation, Officers are mindful that additional information not included in the original report has been provided relatively late as such Members may wish to have a fully updated report produced in advance of their consideration. If this were the case Members may wish to defer consideration of this item to enable Officers to prepare an updated report to be considered at the next meeting of the board.
Members expressed concern that there was a loss of income to the Council as a result of the proposal.
It was reiterated that Members were asked to consider the original proposal, the amended proposal or could agree to defer the application.
Members were advised of the profit margins that were considered acceptable by developers and the difficulties that surrounded developing complex sites. On such sites it would be expected that the profit margin would be greater, as the project was a more significant risk to develop.
The Board considered what would be an acceptable margin for such a project and it was anticipated for this project it could be as much as 20-25%.
Members debated whether it was possible to place a sliding scale of contributions, when a certain threshold of profit was met, and was advised that this could be explored.
Members accepted the proposed profit margins had dropped but were still uncomfortable at the significant drop.
Members expressed concerns that figures were not included in the report and although they had been subsequently provided, it was felt that they were essential to the decision making process.
Members continued to debate the proposals and it was felt that a reassessment of the contribution at a later date may be acceptable, but clear figures and options were required.
Members felt that the appropriate way forward was to defer the application, pending further discussions with the applicant.
Members were supportive of the proposed redevelopment and noted the importance of balancing the issues and the heritage benefits of the proposals and were concerned about the development stalling.
RESOLVED: That the application be deferred.
The request has been submitted under S106A(1) (a) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990
The Board was advised that following the Publication of the agenda, Officers had continued discussions with the planning agent for the owner/developer in regard to the matter. It has been confirmed that the site owner and developer is agreeable to a late stage viability review to establish if the scheme can bear the cost of affordable housing and open space contributions. This would be in the form of a further viability assessment being carried out towards the end of the development when there will be more certainty about both the cost of the development and its value.
Given this Officers are presenting an updated recommendation with the following elements:
1. The retention of clauses relating to the existing financial obligations (amounts) for both affordable housing and open space contributions as set out within the existing Agreements;
2. the removal of clauses relating to the provision of on-site provision of affordable housing;
3. the addition of new clauses to require the applicant to carry out a late viability review, prior to the occupation of the 25th (penultimate) dwelling, to assess any surplus over a 17.5% profit that would allow the above contributions, or part thereof, to be made to the Council, with payment of any contributions due, being prior to the first occupation of the 26th (final) dwelling.
Notwithstanding this amended recommendation, Officers are mindful that additional information not included in the original report has been provided relatively late as such Members may wish to have a fully updated report produced in advance of their consideration. If this were the case Members may wish to defer consideration of this item to enable Officers to prepare an updated report to be considered at the next meeting of the board.
Members expressed concern that there was a loss of income to the Council as a result of the proposal.
It was reiterated that Members were asked to consider the original proposal, the amended proposal or could agree to defer the application.
Members were advised of the profit margins that were considered acceptable by developers and the difficulties that surrounded developing complex sites. On such sites it would be expected that the profit margin would be greater, as the project was a more significant risk to develop.
The Board considered what would be an acceptable margin for such a project and it was anticipated for this project it could be as much as 20-25%.
Members debated whether it was possible to place a sliding scale of contributions, when a certain threshold of profit was met, and was advised that this could be explored.
Members accepted the proposed profit margins had dropped but were still uncomfortable at the significant drop.
Members expressed concerns that figures were not included in the report and although they had been subsequently provided, it was felt that they were essential to the decision making process.
Members continued to debate the proposals and it was felt that a reassessment of the contribution at a later date may be acceptable, but clear figures and options were required.
Members felt that the appropriate way forward was to defer the application, pending further discussions with the applicant.
Members were supportive of the proposed redevelopment and noted the importance of balancing the issues and the heritage benefits of the proposals and were concerned about the development stalling.
RESOLVED: That the application be deferred.
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Report of the Development Manager
To consider the report of the Development Manager.
Attachments:
- Document Agenda combined 02 Sep 2025
Minutes
25/00041/FULL – CONSTRUCTION OF NINE DWELLINGHOUSES (CLASS C3) WITH ASSOCIATED PARKING, LANDSCAPING AND ALTERED ACCESS FROM CLAYHALL ROAD FOLLOWING DEMOLITION OF EXISTING BUILDINGS (as amended by plans received 08.05.25 and amplified by information received 08.05.25, 13.05.25, 09.06.25 & 14.06.25)
82 - 84 Clayhall Road Gosport Hampshire PO12 2AJ
The Board was advised that the site had been empty for some time and it was acknowledged that while parking was limited within in the surrounding area, the development complied with the parking standards and two visitor spaces were provided. It was recognised that it would improve an eyesore and that the road would be accessible from Clayhall Road. It was requested that some consideration be given to naming the road or the address of the properties after former Councillor Austin Hicks who represented the area and lived close by. It was requested this be fed back to Building Control and the developer.
Members recognised that the proposal would improve an eyesore.
RESOLVED: That application 25/00041/FULL be approved, subject to the conditions in the report of the Development Manager.
25/00061/FULL- ALTERATIONS TO EXISTING BUILDING TO INCLUDE RE-CONSTRUCTION OF SECOND STOREY, CHANGES TO FENESTRATION, INSTALLATION OF SOLAR PANELS, PLANT AND MACHINERY, CHANGE OF USE OF BUILDING TO COMMERCIAL (CLASSES B8, and E) AND PROVISION OF ROOFTOP BAR (SUI GENERIS), DEMOLITION OF EXISTING TOILET BLOCK AND PROVISION OF NEW CHANGING PLACES TOILET FACILITIES AND HARD SURFACING AND BIN STORE (LISTED BUILDING IN CONSERVATION AREA) (as amended by documents received 04.04.25, 09.05.25, 26.06.25 and 15.08.25 and plans received 22.05.25 and 26.06.25)
Rum Store Victoria Quay Royal Clarence Yard Weevil Lane Gosport Hampshire
Members were advised that the application site was within the former Royal Clarence Yard and comprises a substantial grade II Listed Building, which was currently unoccupied due to its poor condition. The proposals were to bring the building back into commercial use, and largely reinstating the building to its original design, with an additional floor on the eastern section. A more modern intervention of a rooftop bar is also proposed. Various internal works are proposed to the building along with external alterations to remove the existing toilet block and provide parking, access around the building and a refuse store. The project benefits from Levelling Up Funding to bring it forward.
Additional highways information primarily relating to trip generation and sustainable travel had been received and the Local Highway Authority have been consulted. Whilst their formal comments had not been received, following discussions it has been indicated that there are no significant concerns regarding impacts on the highway network. Given the notable public benefits of the proposals the recommendation remains for approval subject to conditions.
It was highlighted to the Board the positioning of the car parking spaces on the site.
Members recognised the importance of the restoration of the heritage asset and the site, and welcomed the use of the Levelling Up Funding to do so. It was important that the site was protected and enhanced. Members recognised that there could be parking issues on the site, and that the parking restrictions were heavily enforced.
It was hoped that the opening of the Rum Store would provide another option for residents and visitors to the Borough to enjoy and use and noted the need to compromise to achieve this.
Members welcomed the development and could see the vision and passion the developer had for the site.
RESOLVED: That planning application 25/00061/FULL be approved subject to the conditions in the report of the Development Manager.
25/00062/LBA -LISTED BUILDING APPLICATION - INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE RE-CONSTRUCTION OF THE SECOND STOREY, NEW FLOORS, INSTALLATION OF NEW STAIR AND LIFT CORES AND REMOVAL OF EXISTING LIFT CORE AND INTERNAL PARTITIONS, CHANGES TO FENESTRATION,THERMAL UPGRADES AND PROVISION OF SOLAR PANELS, INSTALLATION OF NEW MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL AND FIRE SERVICES, DEMOLITION OF TOILET BLOCK AND PROVISION OF NEW CHANGING PLACES TOILET FACILITIES, NEW RAINWATER GOODS AND DRAINAGE AND USE OF BUILDING FOR A MIX OF COMMERCIAL USES, INCLUDING PROVISION OF ROOFTOP BAR AREA (CONSERVATION AREA) (as amended by document received 04.04.25 and plans received 22.05.25 and 26.06.25)
Rum Store Victoria Quay Royal Clarence Yard Weevil Lane Gosport Hampshire
RESOLVED: That listed building consent (25/00062/A) be granted subject to the conditions in the report of the Development Manager.
25/00052/FULL CONVERSION OF DETACHED GARAGE TO 1NO. BEDROOM SELF CONTAINED DWELLING
20 Chester Crescent Lee-On-The-Solent Hampshire PO13 9BH
Mr Rushworth was invited to address the Board. He advised that he was the agent for the proposal.
The Board was advised that the application was to convert the garage in to an annex, there had been previous applications for extensions on the site which had been refused, one of which was granted on appeal.
He advised the Board that the site on which the proposal was the largest frontage in the road and that no other properties had such space and as a result such space to accommodate the proposal. It was set back from the highway and non intrusive and left sufficient space from the highway.
The footprint of the proposal was similar to a neighbouring site and the garden exceeded in size what was the minimum requirement for a new build. There was more than adequate parking on site and space to turn.
There had been no objections to the proposal, unlike previous applications and there was nothing but small external alterations to be made.
It was confirmed that a letter from the ward Councillor had not been received by Members.
RESOLVED: That application 25/00052/FULL be refused.
82 - 84 Clayhall Road Gosport Hampshire PO12 2AJ
The Board was advised that the site had been empty for some time and it was acknowledged that while parking was limited within in the surrounding area, the development complied with the parking standards and two visitor spaces were provided. It was recognised that it would improve an eyesore and that the road would be accessible from Clayhall Road. It was requested that some consideration be given to naming the road or the address of the properties after former Councillor Austin Hicks who represented the area and lived close by. It was requested this be fed back to Building Control and the developer.
Members recognised that the proposal would improve an eyesore.
RESOLVED: That application 25/00041/FULL be approved, subject to the conditions in the report of the Development Manager.
25/00061/FULL- ALTERATIONS TO EXISTING BUILDING TO INCLUDE RE-CONSTRUCTION OF SECOND STOREY, CHANGES TO FENESTRATION, INSTALLATION OF SOLAR PANELS, PLANT AND MACHINERY, CHANGE OF USE OF BUILDING TO COMMERCIAL (CLASSES B8, and E) AND PROVISION OF ROOFTOP BAR (SUI GENERIS), DEMOLITION OF EXISTING TOILET BLOCK AND PROVISION OF NEW CHANGING PLACES TOILET FACILITIES AND HARD SURFACING AND BIN STORE (LISTED BUILDING IN CONSERVATION AREA) (as amended by documents received 04.04.25, 09.05.25, 26.06.25 and 15.08.25 and plans received 22.05.25 and 26.06.25)
Rum Store Victoria Quay Royal Clarence Yard Weevil Lane Gosport Hampshire
Members were advised that the application site was within the former Royal Clarence Yard and comprises a substantial grade II Listed Building, which was currently unoccupied due to its poor condition. The proposals were to bring the building back into commercial use, and largely reinstating the building to its original design, with an additional floor on the eastern section. A more modern intervention of a rooftop bar is also proposed. Various internal works are proposed to the building along with external alterations to remove the existing toilet block and provide parking, access around the building and a refuse store. The project benefits from Levelling Up Funding to bring it forward.
Additional highways information primarily relating to trip generation and sustainable travel had been received and the Local Highway Authority have been consulted. Whilst their formal comments had not been received, following discussions it has been indicated that there are no significant concerns regarding impacts on the highway network. Given the notable public benefits of the proposals the recommendation remains for approval subject to conditions.
It was highlighted to the Board the positioning of the car parking spaces on the site.
Members recognised the importance of the restoration of the heritage asset and the site, and welcomed the use of the Levelling Up Funding to do so. It was important that the site was protected and enhanced. Members recognised that there could be parking issues on the site, and that the parking restrictions were heavily enforced.
It was hoped that the opening of the Rum Store would provide another option for residents and visitors to the Borough to enjoy and use and noted the need to compromise to achieve this.
Members welcomed the development and could see the vision and passion the developer had for the site.
RESOLVED: That planning application 25/00061/FULL be approved subject to the conditions in the report of the Development Manager.
25/00062/LBA -LISTED BUILDING APPLICATION - INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ALTERATIONS TO INCLUDE RE-CONSTRUCTION OF THE SECOND STOREY, NEW FLOORS, INSTALLATION OF NEW STAIR AND LIFT CORES AND REMOVAL OF EXISTING LIFT CORE AND INTERNAL PARTITIONS, CHANGES TO FENESTRATION,THERMAL UPGRADES AND PROVISION OF SOLAR PANELS, INSTALLATION OF NEW MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL AND FIRE SERVICES, DEMOLITION OF TOILET BLOCK AND PROVISION OF NEW CHANGING PLACES TOILET FACILITIES, NEW RAINWATER GOODS AND DRAINAGE AND USE OF BUILDING FOR A MIX OF COMMERCIAL USES, INCLUDING PROVISION OF ROOFTOP BAR AREA (CONSERVATION AREA) (as amended by document received 04.04.25 and plans received 22.05.25 and 26.06.25)
Rum Store Victoria Quay Royal Clarence Yard Weevil Lane Gosport Hampshire
RESOLVED: That listed building consent (25/00062/A) be granted subject to the conditions in the report of the Development Manager.
25/00052/FULL CONVERSION OF DETACHED GARAGE TO 1NO. BEDROOM SELF CONTAINED DWELLING
20 Chester Crescent Lee-On-The-Solent Hampshire PO13 9BH
Mr Rushworth was invited to address the Board. He advised that he was the agent for the proposal.
The Board was advised that the application was to convert the garage in to an annex, there had been previous applications for extensions on the site which had been refused, one of which was granted on appeal.
He advised the Board that the site on which the proposal was the largest frontage in the road and that no other properties had such space and as a result such space to accommodate the proposal. It was set back from the highway and non intrusive and left sufficient space from the highway.
The footprint of the proposal was similar to a neighbouring site and the garden exceeded in size what was the minimum requirement for a new build. There was more than adequate parking on site and space to turn.
There had been no objections to the proposal, unlike previous applications and there was nothing but small external alterations to be made.
It was confirmed that a letter from the ward Councillor had not been received by Members.
RESOLVED: That application 25/00052/FULL be refused.
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Minutes
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