Hart Borough Council
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Meeting
Development Management Enforcement Sub-Committee - Hart
Meeting Times
Scheduled Time
Start:
Monday, 4th August 2025
10:00 AM
Monday, 4th August 2025
10:00 AM
End:
Monday, 4th August 2025
2:00 PM
Monday, 4th August 2025
2:00 PM
Meeting Status
Status:
Confirmed
Confirmed
Date:
04 Aug 2025
04 Aug 2025
Location:
Council Chamber
Council Chamber
Meeting Attendees
Committee Member
Portfolio Holder - Climate Change and Corporate Services
Officer
Planning Enforcement Team Leader
Louise Moore
In attendance
Officer
Enforcement Officer
Sylvia O'Connor
In attendance
Officer
Planning Enforcement Officer
Sharon Whittaker
Expected
Officer
Shared Legal Services
Expected
Officer
Committee Services Officer
Kathy Long
In attendance
Officer
Development Manager
Mark Berry
In attendance
Officer
Shared Legal Services
Fehintola Otudeko
In attendance
Agenda
1
Election of Chair for 2025/26
Members of the Committee to elect a Chair for 2025/26
Minutes
Cllr Delaney nominated Cllr Southern as Chair for the 2025/26 Municipal Year. This was seconded by Cllr Makepeace-Browne. There were no other nominations.
Decision
Cllr Southern was elected as Chair of the Sub-Committee for the 2025/26 Municipal Year.
Decision
Cllr Southern was elected as Chair of the Sub-Committee for the 2025/26 Municipal Year.
2
Election of Vice-Chair for 2025/26
Members of the Committee to elect a Vice-Chair for 2025/26
Minutes
The Chair (Cllr Southern) nominated Cllr Quarterman as Vice-Chair for the 2025/26 Municipal Year. This was seconded by Cllr Worlock. There were no other nominations.
Decision
Cllr Quarterman was elected as Vice-Chair of the Sub-Committee for the 2025/26 Municipal Year.
Decision
Cllr Quarterman was elected as Vice-Chair of the Sub-Committee for the 2025/26 Municipal Year.
3
Minutes of Previous Meeting
The Minutes of the meeting held on 14 April 2025 are attached to be confirmed and signed as a correct record.
Attachments:
- Document Minutes of Previous Meeting 23 Jul 2025
Minutes
The minutes of the Development Management (Enforcement) Sub-Committee meeting held on 14 April 2025 were agreed and signed as a correct record of the proceedings.
4
Apologies for Absence
To receive any apologies for absence from Members*.
*Note: Members are asked to email Committee Services before the meeting as soon as they know they will be absent.
*Note: Members are asked to email Committee Services before the meeting as soon as they know they will be absent.
Minutes
There were no apologies for absence.
5
Declarations of Interest
To declare disclosable pecuniary, and any other, interests*.
*Note: Members are asked to email Committee Services before the meeting as soon as they know they may have an interest to declare.
*Note: Members are asked to email Committee Services before the meeting as soon as they know they may have an interest to declare.
Minutes
There were no declarations of interest.
6
Chair's Announcements
Minutes
The Chair had no announcements to make at this meeting.
7
Development Management - Enforcement Update
To consider the report of the Development Management and Building Control Contract Manager, which provides an update on a number of current planning enforcement cases.
Attachments:
- Document PESC Report August 2025 23 Jul 2025
- Document PESC Appendix One - Priority levels - August 2025 23 Jul 2025
- Document PESC Appendix Two - Cases - August 2025 23 Jul 2025
Minutes
The Sub-Committee received an update concerning incoming service requests referred to the Enforcement Team to investigate and performance in relation to cases closed, number of Planning Contravention Notices and Enforcement Notices issued.
The Planning Enforcement Team Leader gave an update on a range of cases, as set out in Appendix 2 to the report concerning:
· Land south of Beechcroft, Hares Farm, Pickaxe Lane, South Warnborough – update on court hearing and appeal decision against enforcement notice.
· Chapel Bungalow, Potbridge Road, Odiham – The Sub-Committee requested Officers to provide an update on this case when further information on progress was available.
A request was also made that, in future, the notable cases update report should show the date the Council first received the referral for investigation
· Big Meadow, Wingate Lane, Long Sutton – Negotiations were in progress to achieve a satisfactory outcome for all parties involved. A resolution of the issue would require a Deed of Variation to the Section 106 and a new planning application.
· Land at Five Acres, Broad Oak, Odiham
· Land to the north of London Road, Hook – Discussions were planned with Ward Members and with the developer to address non-compliance and safety concerns.
· Swallow Cottage, Rye Common, Odiham
· Suitable Alternative Natural Green Space (SANG) at Moulsham Meadows, Forest Park, Yateley – It was confirmed that the transfer of the SANG land had be completed with the receipt of funds from Bellway Homes. The Sub-Committee commented that this case could now be removed from the case updates list.
· Hatchwood Place (De Montford Place), Odiham – The Sub-Committee was advised that ongoing negotiations were taking place regarding payment to the Parish Council to adopt the site. It was understood that the developer favoured the option of a management company. It was noted that a Deed of Variation to the legal agreement would be required.
· Lane north of Winchfield Court, Pale Lane, Elvetham
· Granary Court, South Warnborough – The Sub-Committee suggested contacting County Councillor Glen regarding the highways issues of this case.
· 21 Elvetham Bridge, Fleet
· Nyasaland, Crondall Road, Crookham Village – The Enforcement Team had received confirmation that the mobile home would be removed from the site by the end of August 2025. Discussions were ongoing regarding the hoardings and the clearance of the barn.
Cllr Makepeace-Browne requested an update from the Enforcement Team for the Parish Council with wording that could shared with local residents on this case.
· Vantage House, Meridian Office Park, Osborn Way, Hook
During a general discussion, the following points were raised by Members:
· Cllr Worlock drew attention to the warehouse development at Bartley Way, Hook and the temporary site fencing still in place despite the site starting to be occupied, with the feet to fencing protruding onto the pavement and vegetation requiring cutting back, making it difficult to pass on the pavement.
· The Enforcement Team Leader undertook to report back to Cllr Makepeace-Browne with an update on the fly-tipping project being undertaken by a member of the Planning/Enforcement Team.
· Cllr Worlock referred to an issue where a resident had erected solar-lit signage on a bollard on a highway grass verge at Wild Herons, Hook causing a distraction to motorists (and also not on the resident’s property) – Cllr Worlock undertook to send a photograph of this to the Enforcement Team.
The Planning Enforcement Team Leader gave an update on a range of cases, as set out in Appendix 2 to the report concerning:
· Land south of Beechcroft, Hares Farm, Pickaxe Lane, South Warnborough – update on court hearing and appeal decision against enforcement notice.
· Chapel Bungalow, Potbridge Road, Odiham – The Sub-Committee requested Officers to provide an update on this case when further information on progress was available.
A request was also made that, in future, the notable cases update report should show the date the Council first received the referral for investigation
· Big Meadow, Wingate Lane, Long Sutton – Negotiations were in progress to achieve a satisfactory outcome for all parties involved. A resolution of the issue would require a Deed of Variation to the Section 106 and a new planning application.
· Land at Five Acres, Broad Oak, Odiham
· Land to the north of London Road, Hook – Discussions were planned with Ward Members and with the developer to address non-compliance and safety concerns.
· Swallow Cottage, Rye Common, Odiham
· Suitable Alternative Natural Green Space (SANG) at Moulsham Meadows, Forest Park, Yateley – It was confirmed that the transfer of the SANG land had be completed with the receipt of funds from Bellway Homes. The Sub-Committee commented that this case could now be removed from the case updates list.
· Hatchwood Place (De Montford Place), Odiham – The Sub-Committee was advised that ongoing negotiations were taking place regarding payment to the Parish Council to adopt the site. It was understood that the developer favoured the option of a management company. It was noted that a Deed of Variation to the legal agreement would be required.
· Lane north of Winchfield Court, Pale Lane, Elvetham
· Granary Court, South Warnborough – The Sub-Committee suggested contacting County Councillor Glen regarding the highways issues of this case.
· 21 Elvetham Bridge, Fleet
· Nyasaland, Crondall Road, Crookham Village – The Enforcement Team had received confirmation that the mobile home would be removed from the site by the end of August 2025. Discussions were ongoing regarding the hoardings and the clearance of the barn.
Cllr Makepeace-Browne requested an update from the Enforcement Team for the Parish Council with wording that could shared with local residents on this case.
· Vantage House, Meridian Office Park, Osborn Way, Hook
During a general discussion, the following points were raised by Members:
· Cllr Worlock drew attention to the warehouse development at Bartley Way, Hook and the temporary site fencing still in place despite the site starting to be occupied, with the feet to fencing protruding onto the pavement and vegetation requiring cutting back, making it difficult to pass on the pavement.
· The Enforcement Team Leader undertook to report back to Cllr Makepeace-Browne with an update on the fly-tipping project being undertaken by a member of the Planning/Enforcement Team.
· Cllr Worlock referred to an issue where a resident had erected solar-lit signage on a bollard on a highway grass verge at Wild Herons, Hook causing a distraction to motorists (and also not on the resident’s property) – Cllr Worlock undertook to send a photograph of this to the Enforcement Team.
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