Test Valley Borough Council
Councillors:
43
Wards:
21
Committees:
17
Meetings (2025):
93
Meetings (2024):
86
Meeting
Northern Area Planning Committee - Test Valley
Meeting Times
Scheduled Time
Start:
Thursday, 13th March 2025
5:30 PM
Thursday, 13th March 2025
5:30 PM
End:
Thursday, 13th March 2025
9:30 PM
Thursday, 13th March 2025
9:30 PM
Meeting Status
Status:
Confirmed
Confirmed
Date:
13 Mar 2025
13 Mar 2025
Location:
Upper Guildhall, High Street, Andover
Upper Guildhall, High Street, Andover
Meeting Attendees
Committee Member
Democracy and Governance Portfolio Holder
Committee Member
Housing and Enivronmental Health Portfolio Holder
Officer
Senior Planning Lawyer
Ginika Ogidi
Expected
Guest
Deputy Leader and Finance and Resources Portfolio Holder
Guest
Councillor Dr Alan Warnes
In attendance
Agenda
0
Schedule of Applications
Minutes
Resolved:
That the applications for development, as set out below, be determined as indicated.
That the applications for development, as set out below, be determined as indicated.
1
Apologies
Minutes
Apologies were received from Councillors Borg-Neal, P Lashbrook and L Lashbrook.
2
Public Participation
Minutes
In accordance with the Council’s scheme of Public Participation, the following spoke on the applications indicated.
Agenda Item No.
Page No.
Application
Speaker
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18 - 76
24/01288/FULLN
Richard Turner (Applicant)
Malcom Spaven (Applicant’s Agent)
Councillor Maureen Flood
(Ward Councillor)
8
77 - 129
22/02668/FULLN
Sue Larcombe (Chilbolton Parish Council)
Carol Eaton (Objector)
Chris Rees (Applicant)
Councillor Dr Alan Warnes
(On behalf of the Ward Councillor, Councillor Drew)
Agenda Item No.
Page No.
Application
Speaker
7
18 - 76
24/01288/FULLN
Richard Turner (Applicant)
Malcom Spaven (Applicant’s Agent)
Councillor Maureen Flood
(Ward Councillor)
8
77 - 129
22/02668/FULLN
Sue Larcombe (Chilbolton Parish Council)
Carol Eaton (Objector)
Chris Rees (Applicant)
Councillor Dr Alan Warnes
(On behalf of the Ward Councillor, Councillor Drew)
3
Declarations of Interest
Minutes
There were no declarations of interest.
4
Urgent Items
Minutes
There were no urgent items for consideration.
5
Minutes of the previous meeting
To approve, as a correct record, the minutes of the meeting held on 20 February 2025.
Attachments:
- Document Minutes - 20 February 2025 04 Mar 2025
Minutes
Councillor Andersen proposed and Councillor Brooks seconded the motion that the minutes of the previous meeting were an accurate record. Upon being put to the vote, the motion was carried.
Resolved:
That the minutes of the meeting held on 20 February 2025 were signed as a correct record.
Resolved:
That the minutes of the meeting held on 20 February 2025 were signed as a correct record.
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24/01288/FULLN
(OFFICER RECOMMENDATION: PERMISSION)
SITE: Land at Lains Farm, Cholderton Road, Quarley, AMPORT
CASE OFFICER: Emma Jones
SITE: Land at Lains Farm, Cholderton Road, Quarley, AMPORT
CASE OFFICER: Emma Jones
Attachments:
- Document 24_01288_FULLN NAPC Report 1 04 Mar 2025
- Document 24_01288_FULLN NAPC - Appendix 04 Mar 2025
- Document 24_01288_FULLN NAPC Plan 1 04 Mar 2025
- Document 24_01288_FULLN NAPC Plan 2 04 Mar 2025
- Document 24_01288_FULLN NAPC Plan 3 04 Mar 2025
- Document 24_01288_FULLN NAPC Plan 4 04 Mar 2025
- Document 24_01288_FULLN NAPC Plan 5 04 Mar 2025
- Document 24_01288_FULLN NAPC Plan 6 04 Mar 2025
- Document 24_01288_FULLN NAPC Plan 7 04 Mar 2025
- Document 24_01288_FULLN NAPC Plan 8 04 Mar 2025
- Document 24_01288_FULLN NAPC Plan 9 04 Mar 2025
Minutes
APPLICATION NO.
24/01288/FULLN
APPLICATION TYPE
FULL APPLICATION - NORTH
REGISTERED
06.06.2024
APPLICANT
Novus Renewable Services Ltd
SITE
Land at Lains Farm, Cholderton Road, Quarley, AMPORT
PROPOSAL
Installation of a solar farm and associated development
AMENDMENTS
Amended/additional plans and information received:
· 07.06.2024 – aviation assessment report;
· 25.06.2024 – flood risk assessment addendum;
· 06.09.2024 – assessment in respect of aviation impacts and planning policies;
· 13.09.2024 – letter in response to third party representation;
· 04.02.2025 – ecology assessment;
· 25.02.2025 – noise impacts assessment;
· 27.02.2025 – clarification in respect of solar panel coating, comments in respect of emergency landings, and further information in respect of other airfields adjacent to solar farms.
CASE OFFICER
Emma Jones
The officer’s recommendation, as per the agenda and update paper, was proposed by Councillor Budzynski and seconded by Councillor Z Brooks. Upon being put to the vote the motion was carried.
Delegate the granting of planning permission to the Head of Planning and Building to facilitate a further period of discussion with the applicant, the Civil Aviation Authority, and the operators of Thruxton Airfield in relation to the impact upon operation of the airfield and flight safety.
In the event that Thruxton Airfield removes its objection in respect of the proposals, or having considered all the information available, including any additional information submitted to the Local Planning Authority following this period of discussion, the Head of Planning and Building is satisfied that the proposal is unlikely to have a significant impact on safe operations of Thruxton Airfield, nor would it necessitate unreasonable operational restrictions.
Then PERMISSION subject to the following conditions and notes and any additional conditions and/or planning obligations as considered necessary by the Head of Planning and Building following consultation with the applicant as required.
If the Head of Planning and Building is not satisfied that these issues have been satisfactorily addressed to enable the planning permission to be issued the application be referred back to the Northern Area Planning Committee for consideration no later than the meeting to be held on 24 April 2025.
1.
The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission. This permission shall be for a period of 40 years from the date that the development is first connected to the grid (the "First Export Date"). Two weeks' notice of this first connection shall be given to the Local Planning Authority in writing. The development shall be removed and the land restored to its former condition no later than the date 40 years from the First Export Date or within six months of the development failing to generate electricity for 12 consecutive months, whichever occurs first. All structures and materials, and any associated goods and chattels shall be removed from the site and the land shall be restored to its former condition in accordance with a scheme of decommissioning work and land restoration that shall have first been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority.
Reason: In order that the land is restored to its original condition following the expiry of the period of time whereby electricity is likely to be generated by the proposed development and for which a countryside location has been shown to be essentially required, in accordance with policies COM2 and E2 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
2.
The development hereby permitted shall not be carried out except in complete accordance with the details shown on the submitted plans;
LF-244-16-1 A LF-244-16-2 LF-244-16-3 LF-244-16-4 LF-244-16-5 LF-244-16-6 LF/759/01 LF/759/03 LF/759/05
Reason: For the avoidance of doubt and in the interests of proper planning.
3.
No development shall take place (other than vegetation clearance) until a programme of archaeological investigation has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The investigation should include targeted trial trenching in respect of the probable burial mound on site that is not subject to a proposed exclusion zone. Details of any mitigation (including preservation or excavation) should also be provided. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: The assessment is required prior to the commencement of the development in order to assess the extent, nature and date of any archaeological deposits that might be present and establish what the impact of the development upon these heritage asset would be in accordance with Policy E9 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
4.
No development shall take place (other than vegetation clearance) until a programme of archaeological mitigation of impacts of the development on archaeological remains from groundworks across the site has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The archaeological mitigation shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: The details are required prior to the commencement of the development in order to determine what measures are required 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 record for future generations in accordance with Policy E9 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
5.
No development shall take place (other than vegetation clearance) until a post-excavation assessment report, following completion of the archaeological mitigation set out in conditions 3 and 4, has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The report shall set out and secure a programme of appropriate post-excavation analysis including, where appropriate, specialist analysis and reports, publication and public engagement. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: The details are required prior to the commencement of the development in order to contribute to our knowledge and understanding of our past by ensuring that opportunities are taken to capture evidence from the historic environment and to make this publicly available in accordance with Policy E9 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
6.
Notwithstanding the details submitted, no development shall take place until a detailed scheme of biodiversity enhancements and a long term management plan (Landscape and Environmental Management Plan) covering a minimum period of 10 years, has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details, with enhancement features being maintained for the 40 year life of the solar array as a minimum. Photographic evidence of enhancements on site should be submitted to the Local Planning Authority within 6 months of completion.
Reason: The details are required prior to the commencement of the development in order to ensure the favourable conservation status of protected species and habitats, and enhance the biodiversity of the site in accordance with Policy E5 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
7.
No development shall take place until an implementation and management plan for the area of compensation habitat as detailed within the submitted Ground Nesting Bird Mitigation Strategy (prepared by Tyler Grange, reference 16380_R01_JD, dated 16 November 2023) has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Details shall include the arrangements for the long term management and maintenance of this area for the lifetime of the development hereby permitted. The ground nesting bird mitigation area shall be implemented in accordance with the approved details prior to the first breeding season following commencement of the development hereby permitted and prior to the erection of any solar panels. The ground nesting bird mitigation area shall be retained for the lifetime of the development hereby permitted, and shall be managed and maintained as such in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: The details are required prior to the commencement of the development in order to ensure the favourable conservation status of protected species and habitats, and enhance the biodiversity of the site in accordance with Policy E5 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
8.
No development shall take place until a scheme of signage for the whole of the proposed construction route has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The approved scheme shall be implemented before the commencement of any construction works and shall be maintained as such for the entirety of the construction period.
Reason: The details are required prior to the commencement of the development in the interests of highway safety during the construction of the development in accordance with Policy T1 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
9.
No development shall take place until a pre-construction condition survey of local roads and junctions has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The scope of the survey shall be first agreed with the Highway Authority and should also include provisions for the submission of a further condition survey at the end of the construction process to include details of any required remedial works. A post construction condition survey shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority prior to the first operation of the development. Any remedial works shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details prior to the first operation of the development.
Reason: The details are required prior to the commencement of the development in the interests of highway safety during the construction of the development in accordance with Policy T1 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
10.
Prior to the erection of any solar panels on the site a landscaping scheme shall first be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The scheme shall include:
a) Details of the location, number, size and density of plants for all new hedgerows (including specimen trees where proposed) ;
b) Details of the location, number, size and density of plants to be used in the infilling of gaps within the existing hedgerows;
c) Details of location, number, size and density of plants for all new woodland planting;
d) Details of the proposed establishment of the calcareous wildflower swards located under the solar panels;
e) Details of the location, number, size and density of plants to be used in the proposed habitat buffer
f) Details of the location, number, size and density of plants to be used in the woodland edge planting areas
g) Details of any gates proposed
All landscaping shall be implemented in accordance with the approved details and shall be completed before the installation is first connected to the grid.
Reason: To improve the appearance of the site and enhance the character of the development, and to assist in the development successfully integrating with the landscape, in the interest of visual amenity, and to contribute to the character of the local area in accordance with policies E1 and E2 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
11.
Prior to the erection of any solar panels on the site a schedule of landscape maintenance and subsequent landscape management for a period of 40 years shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The schedule shall include:
a) details of agricultural use of the land and associated management practices;
b) details of how the success or failure of the initial landscape planting and associated land-management regime is to be monitored and reported to the Local Planning Authority annually for the first 5 years after planting and thereafter on a 5 year basis;
c) details of the means by which any failures in landscape planting are to be identified and reasonably remedied over the 40 year life of the development hereby permitted;
d) details of responsibilities for maintenance and management of landscaping.
Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: To improve the appearance of the site and enhance the character of the development, and to assist in the development successfully integrating with the landscape, in the interest of visual amenity, and to contribute to the character of the local area in accordance with policies E1 and E2 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
12.
Prior to the erection of any solar panels on the site, details of the Anti-Reflective Coating to be applied to the panels shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: In the interests of amenity in accordance with policy E8 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
13.
The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the mitigation recommendations set out within section 7 of the submitted Ecological Mitigation Assessment (prepared by Corylus Planning and Environment Ltd, reference 244/EcIA V3, dated December 2021) and section 3 of the submitted Ground Nesting Bird Mitigation Strategy (prepared by Tyler Grange, reference 16380_R01_JD, dated 16 November 2023).
Reason: The details are required prior to the commencement of the development in order to ensure the favourable conservation status of protected species and habitats, in accordance with Policy E5 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
14.
The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the measures contained within the submitted Construction Traffic Management Plan (prepared by Transport Planning Associates, reference Rev A, dated August 2021).
Reason: In the interests of the amenity of the area and in the interests of highway safety in accordance with Policies E8 and T1 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
15.
The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the provisions set out within the submitted “Tree Survey, Arboricultural Impact Assessment, Tree Protection Plan and Arboricultural Method Statement” report (prepared by Corylus Planning & Environmental Ltd, reference 244-ARB-1.4, dated February 2022) and associated Tree Protection Plan (reference LF/244/29 C).
Note: Particular attention is drawn to the provision of a detailed method statement and site supervision requirements in section 6 of this report which must be followed to minimise harm to the nearby trees.
Reason: To ensure the enhancement of the development by the retention of existing trees and natural features during the construction phase in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan policy E2.
16.
Prior to any lighting being installed, both during the construction and operation phases of the development, details of the location, height and lux levels shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Note: All lighting should follow best practice guidelines outlined by the Bat Conservation Trust and the Institute of Lighting Professionals (Guidance note 08/18 Bats and artificial lighting in the UK).
Reason: In the interest of amenity and to protect existing bat populations within the area in accordance with Policies E2, E5 and E8 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
17.
The level of noise arising from items of fixed plant and machinery associated with the operation of the development hereby permitted shall not exceed the plant noise emission specifications set out in Table 6 of the submitted Noise Impact Assessment report (prepared by Acoustic Consultants Ltd, reference 8975/DO, dated December 2021), and the combined level of noise arising from the whole development when in operation shall not exceed the BS4142 rating levels set out in Table 8 of the same report, as determined in accordance with the BS4142:2014 method at the existing receptors identified in the report. The fixed plant and equipment shall be maintained at or below these sound power levels for the lifetime of the development.
Reason: In the interest of the amenities in the local area in accordance with Policy E8 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
18.
The drainage system associated with the development hereby permitted shall be constructed and maintained in accordance with the submitted “Flood Risk Assessment & Surface Water Management Plan” report (prepared by Corylus Planning & Environmental Ltd, reference 244/SP11 (v4), dated December 2021), and the two subsequent addendum reports dated 8 April 2024 and 25th June 2024. The drainage system shall be installed prior to the first operation of the development and shall be retained and maintained for the lifetime of the development.
Reason: To ensure adequate drainage of the site in accordance with
Policy E7 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
19.
No work relating to the construction of the development hereby permitted, including deliveries, collections or works of preparation prior to operations, shall take place before the hours of 07.30 nor after 18.00 on Mondays to Fridays; before the hours of 08.00 nor after 13.00 on Saturdays; and at all on Sundays and Public Holidays.
Reason: In the interests of amenity and highway safety in accordance with Policies E8 and T1 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
Notes to applicant:
1.
In reaching this decision Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC) has had regard to the National Planning Policy Framework and takes a positive and proactive approach to development proposals focused on solutions. TVBC work with applicants and their agents in a positive and proactive manner offering a pre-application advice service and updating applicants/agents of issues that may arise in dealing with the application and where possible suggesting solutions.
2.
No vehicles, equipment, machinery, materials, spoil, scaffolding or anything else associated with the installation and operation of the solar farm shall be left on or near to Amport Byway Open to All Traffic 31 to cause obstruction, hinderance or hazard to the byway’s public users.
3.
To ensure the integrity of the highway drainage systems, no new connections into those systems from third party development and proposed drainage schemes will be accepted. Where there is already an existing informal or formal connection into the highway drainage system from a proposed development site, the right for a connection may be allowed to continue provided that the flow, rate and quality of the discharge into the highway drainage system remains unaltered or results in a betterment. The company may require a drainage management and maintenance agreement to be entered into to secure this requirement in perpetuity.
4.
The effect of paragraph 13 of Schedule 7A to the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 is that planning permission granted for the development of land in England is deemed to have been granted subject to the condition “(the biodiversity gain condition”) that development may not begin unless:
a) a Biodiversity Gain Plan has been submitted to the planning authority, and
b) the planning authority has approved the plan.
The planning authority, for the purposes of determining whether to approve a Biodiversity Gain Plan if one is required in respect of this permission would be Test Valley Borough Council. There are statutory exemptions and transitional arrangements which mean that the biodiversity gain condition does not always apply. However based on the information available this permission is one which will require the approval of a biodiversity gain plan before development is begun because none of the statutory exemptions or transitional arrangements are considered to apply. Development shall proceed in accordance with any such approved details, with the approved Biodiversity Gain Plan maintained for the minimum of the 30 years which is set in the Environment Act 2021.
24/01288/FULLN
APPLICATION TYPE
FULL APPLICATION - NORTH
REGISTERED
06.06.2024
APPLICANT
Novus Renewable Services Ltd
SITE
Land at Lains Farm, Cholderton Road, Quarley, AMPORT
PROPOSAL
Installation of a solar farm and associated development
AMENDMENTS
Amended/additional plans and information received:
· 07.06.2024 – aviation assessment report;
· 25.06.2024 – flood risk assessment addendum;
· 06.09.2024 – assessment in respect of aviation impacts and planning policies;
· 13.09.2024 – letter in response to third party representation;
· 04.02.2025 – ecology assessment;
· 25.02.2025 – noise impacts assessment;
· 27.02.2025 – clarification in respect of solar panel coating, comments in respect of emergency landings, and further information in respect of other airfields adjacent to solar farms.
CASE OFFICER
Emma Jones
The officer’s recommendation, as per the agenda and update paper, was proposed by Councillor Budzynski and seconded by Councillor Z Brooks. Upon being put to the vote the motion was carried.
Delegate the granting of planning permission to the Head of Planning and Building to facilitate a further period of discussion with the applicant, the Civil Aviation Authority, and the operators of Thruxton Airfield in relation to the impact upon operation of the airfield and flight safety.
In the event that Thruxton Airfield removes its objection in respect of the proposals, or having considered all the information available, including any additional information submitted to the Local Planning Authority following this period of discussion, the Head of Planning and Building is satisfied that the proposal is unlikely to have a significant impact on safe operations of Thruxton Airfield, nor would it necessitate unreasonable operational restrictions.
Then PERMISSION subject to the following conditions and notes and any additional conditions and/or planning obligations as considered necessary by the Head of Planning and Building following consultation with the applicant as required.
If the Head of Planning and Building is not satisfied that these issues have been satisfactorily addressed to enable the planning permission to be issued the application be referred back to the Northern Area Planning Committee for consideration no later than the meeting to be held on 24 April 2025.
1.
The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission. This permission shall be for a period of 40 years from the date that the development is first connected to the grid (the "First Export Date"). Two weeks' notice of this first connection shall be given to the Local Planning Authority in writing. The development shall be removed and the land restored to its former condition no later than the date 40 years from the First Export Date or within six months of the development failing to generate electricity for 12 consecutive months, whichever occurs first. All structures and materials, and any associated goods and chattels shall be removed from the site and the land shall be restored to its former condition in accordance with a scheme of decommissioning work and land restoration that shall have first been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority.
Reason: In order that the land is restored to its original condition following the expiry of the period of time whereby electricity is likely to be generated by the proposed development and for which a countryside location has been shown to be essentially required, in accordance with policies COM2 and E2 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
2.
The development hereby permitted shall not be carried out except in complete accordance with the details shown on the submitted plans;
LF-244-16-1 A LF-244-16-2 LF-244-16-3 LF-244-16-4 LF-244-16-5 LF-244-16-6 LF/759/01 LF/759/03 LF/759/05
Reason: For the avoidance of doubt and in the interests of proper planning.
3.
No development shall take place (other than vegetation clearance) until a programme of archaeological investigation has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The investigation should include targeted trial trenching in respect of the probable burial mound on site that is not subject to a proposed exclusion zone. Details of any mitigation (including preservation or excavation) should also be provided. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: The assessment is required prior to the commencement of the development in order to assess the extent, nature and date of any archaeological deposits that might be present and establish what the impact of the development upon these heritage asset would be in accordance with Policy E9 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
4.
No development shall take place (other than vegetation clearance) until a programme of archaeological mitigation of impacts of the development on archaeological remains from groundworks across the site has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The archaeological mitigation shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: The details are required prior to the commencement of the development in order to determine what measures are required 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 record for future generations in accordance with Policy E9 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
5.
No development shall take place (other than vegetation clearance) until a post-excavation assessment report, following completion of the archaeological mitigation set out in conditions 3 and 4, has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The report shall set out and secure a programme of appropriate post-excavation analysis including, where appropriate, specialist analysis and reports, publication and public engagement. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: The details are required prior to the commencement of the development in order to contribute to our knowledge and understanding of our past by ensuring that opportunities are taken to capture evidence from the historic environment and to make this publicly available in accordance with Policy E9 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
6.
Notwithstanding the details submitted, no development shall take place until a detailed scheme of biodiversity enhancements and a long term management plan (Landscape and Environmental Management Plan) covering a minimum period of 10 years, has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details, with enhancement features being maintained for the 40 year life of the solar array as a minimum. Photographic evidence of enhancements on site should be submitted to the Local Planning Authority within 6 months of completion.
Reason: The details are required prior to the commencement of the development in order to ensure the favourable conservation status of protected species and habitats, and enhance the biodiversity of the site in accordance with Policy E5 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
7.
No development shall take place until an implementation and management plan for the area of compensation habitat as detailed within the submitted Ground Nesting Bird Mitigation Strategy (prepared by Tyler Grange, reference 16380_R01_JD, dated 16 November 2023) has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Details shall include the arrangements for the long term management and maintenance of this area for the lifetime of the development hereby permitted. The ground nesting bird mitigation area shall be implemented in accordance with the approved details prior to the first breeding season following commencement of the development hereby permitted and prior to the erection of any solar panels. The ground nesting bird mitigation area shall be retained for the lifetime of the development hereby permitted, and shall be managed and maintained as such in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: The details are required prior to the commencement of the development in order to ensure the favourable conservation status of protected species and habitats, and enhance the biodiversity of the site in accordance with Policy E5 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
8.
No development shall take place until a scheme of signage for the whole of the proposed construction route has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The approved scheme shall be implemented before the commencement of any construction works and shall be maintained as such for the entirety of the construction period.
Reason: The details are required prior to the commencement of the development in the interests of highway safety during the construction of the development in accordance with Policy T1 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
9.
No development shall take place until a pre-construction condition survey of local roads and junctions has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The scope of the survey shall be first agreed with the Highway Authority and should also include provisions for the submission of a further condition survey at the end of the construction process to include details of any required remedial works. A post construction condition survey shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority prior to the first operation of the development. Any remedial works shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details prior to the first operation of the development.
Reason: The details are required prior to the commencement of the development in the interests of highway safety during the construction of the development in accordance with Policy T1 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
10.
Prior to the erection of any solar panels on the site a landscaping scheme shall first be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The scheme shall include:
a) Details of the location, number, size and density of plants for all new hedgerows (including specimen trees where proposed) ;
b) Details of the location, number, size and density of plants to be used in the infilling of gaps within the existing hedgerows;
c) Details of location, number, size and density of plants for all new woodland planting;
d) Details of the proposed establishment of the calcareous wildflower swards located under the solar panels;
e) Details of the location, number, size and density of plants to be used in the proposed habitat buffer
f) Details of the location, number, size and density of plants to be used in the woodland edge planting areas
g) Details of any gates proposed
All landscaping shall be implemented in accordance with the approved details and shall be completed before the installation is first connected to the grid.
Reason: To improve the appearance of the site and enhance the character of the development, and to assist in the development successfully integrating with the landscape, in the interest of visual amenity, and to contribute to the character of the local area in accordance with policies E1 and E2 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
11.
Prior to the erection of any solar panels on the site a schedule of landscape maintenance and subsequent landscape management for a period of 40 years shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The schedule shall include:
a) details of agricultural use of the land and associated management practices;
b) details of how the success or failure of the initial landscape planting and associated land-management regime is to be monitored and reported to the Local Planning Authority annually for the first 5 years after planting and thereafter on a 5 year basis;
c) details of the means by which any failures in landscape planting are to be identified and reasonably remedied over the 40 year life of the development hereby permitted;
d) details of responsibilities for maintenance and management of landscaping.
Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: To improve the appearance of the site and enhance the character of the development, and to assist in the development successfully integrating with the landscape, in the interest of visual amenity, and to contribute to the character of the local area in accordance with policies E1 and E2 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
12.
Prior to the erection of any solar panels on the site, details of the Anti-Reflective Coating to be applied to the panels shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: In the interests of amenity in accordance with policy E8 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
13.
The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the mitigation recommendations set out within section 7 of the submitted Ecological Mitigation Assessment (prepared by Corylus Planning and Environment Ltd, reference 244/EcIA V3, dated December 2021) and section 3 of the submitted Ground Nesting Bird Mitigation Strategy (prepared by Tyler Grange, reference 16380_R01_JD, dated 16 November 2023).
Reason: The details are required prior to the commencement of the development in order to ensure the favourable conservation status of protected species and habitats, in accordance with Policy E5 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
14.
The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the measures contained within the submitted Construction Traffic Management Plan (prepared by Transport Planning Associates, reference Rev A, dated August 2021).
Reason: In the interests of the amenity of the area and in the interests of highway safety in accordance with Policies E8 and T1 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
15.
The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the provisions set out within the submitted “Tree Survey, Arboricultural Impact Assessment, Tree Protection Plan and Arboricultural Method Statement” report (prepared by Corylus Planning & Environmental Ltd, reference 244-ARB-1.4, dated February 2022) and associated Tree Protection Plan (reference LF/244/29 C).
Note: Particular attention is drawn to the provision of a detailed method statement and site supervision requirements in section 6 of this report which must be followed to minimise harm to the nearby trees.
Reason: To ensure the enhancement of the development by the retention of existing trees and natural features during the construction phase in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan policy E2.
16.
Prior to any lighting being installed, both during the construction and operation phases of the development, details of the location, height and lux levels shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Note: All lighting should follow best practice guidelines outlined by the Bat Conservation Trust and the Institute of Lighting Professionals (Guidance note 08/18 Bats and artificial lighting in the UK).
Reason: In the interest of amenity and to protect existing bat populations within the area in accordance with Policies E2, E5 and E8 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
17.
The level of noise arising from items of fixed plant and machinery associated with the operation of the development hereby permitted shall not exceed the plant noise emission specifications set out in Table 6 of the submitted Noise Impact Assessment report (prepared by Acoustic Consultants Ltd, reference 8975/DO, dated December 2021), and the combined level of noise arising from the whole development when in operation shall not exceed the BS4142 rating levels set out in Table 8 of the same report, as determined in accordance with the BS4142:2014 method at the existing receptors identified in the report. The fixed plant and equipment shall be maintained at or below these sound power levels for the lifetime of the development.
Reason: In the interest of the amenities in the local area in accordance with Policy E8 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
18.
The drainage system associated with the development hereby permitted shall be constructed and maintained in accordance with the submitted “Flood Risk Assessment & Surface Water Management Plan” report (prepared by Corylus Planning & Environmental Ltd, reference 244/SP11 (v4), dated December 2021), and the two subsequent addendum reports dated 8 April 2024 and 25th June 2024. The drainage system shall be installed prior to the first operation of the development and shall be retained and maintained for the lifetime of the development.
Reason: To ensure adequate drainage of the site in accordance with
Policy E7 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
19.
No work relating to the construction of the development hereby permitted, including deliveries, collections or works of preparation prior to operations, shall take place before the hours of 07.30 nor after 18.00 on Mondays to Fridays; before the hours of 08.00 nor after 13.00 on Saturdays; and at all on Sundays and Public Holidays.
Reason: In the interests of amenity and highway safety in accordance with Policies E8 and T1 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
Notes to applicant:
1.
In reaching this decision Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC) has had regard to the National Planning Policy Framework and takes a positive and proactive approach to development proposals focused on solutions. TVBC work with applicants and their agents in a positive and proactive manner offering a pre-application advice service and updating applicants/agents of issues that may arise in dealing with the application and where possible suggesting solutions.
2.
No vehicles, equipment, machinery, materials, spoil, scaffolding or anything else associated with the installation and operation of the solar farm shall be left on or near to Amport Byway Open to All Traffic 31 to cause obstruction, hinderance or hazard to the byway’s public users.
3.
To ensure the integrity of the highway drainage systems, no new connections into those systems from third party development and proposed drainage schemes will be accepted. Where there is already an existing informal or formal connection into the highway drainage system from a proposed development site, the right for a connection may be allowed to continue provided that the flow, rate and quality of the discharge into the highway drainage system remains unaltered or results in a betterment. The company may require a drainage management and maintenance agreement to be entered into to secure this requirement in perpetuity.
4.
The effect of paragraph 13 of Schedule 7A to the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 is that planning permission granted for the development of land in England is deemed to have been granted subject to the condition “(the biodiversity gain condition”) that development may not begin unless:
a) a Biodiversity Gain Plan has been submitted to the planning authority, and
b) the planning authority has approved the plan.
The planning authority, for the purposes of determining whether to approve a Biodiversity Gain Plan if one is required in respect of this permission would be Test Valley Borough Council. There are statutory exemptions and transitional arrangements which mean that the biodiversity gain condition does not always apply. However based on the information available this permission is one which will require the approval of a biodiversity gain plan before development is begun because none of the statutory exemptions or transitional arrangements are considered to apply. Development shall proceed in accordance with any such approved details, with the approved Biodiversity Gain Plan maintained for the minimum of the 30 years which is set in the Environment Act 2021.
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22/02668/FULLN
(OFFICER RECOMMENDATION: PERMISSION)
SITE: Land adjacent to Test Valley Farm, Little Drove Road, CHILBOLTON
CASE OFFICER: Emma Jones
SITE: Land adjacent to Test Valley Farm, Little Drove Road, CHILBOLTON
CASE OFFICER: Emma Jones
Attachments:
- Document 22_02668_FULLN NAPC Report 2 04 Mar 2025
- Document 22_02668_FULLN NAPC Plan 1 04 Mar 2025
- Document 22_02668_FULLN NAPC Plan 2 04 Mar 2025
- Document 22_02668_FULLN NAPC Plan 3 04 Mar 2025
- Document 22_02668_FULLN NAPC Plan 4 04 Mar 2025
- Document 22_02668_FULLN NAPC Plan 5 04 Mar 2025
- Document 22_02668_FULLN NAPC Plan 6 04 Mar 2025
- Document 22_02668_FULLN NAPC Plan 7 04 Mar 2025
- Document 22_02668_FULLN NAPC Plan 8 04 Mar 2025
- Document 22_02668_FULLN NAPC Plan 9 04 Mar 2025
- Document 22_02668_FULLN NAPC Plan 10 04 Mar 2025
- Document 22_02668_FULLN NAPC Plan 11 04 Mar 2025
- Document 22_02668_FULLN NAPC Plan 12 04 Mar 2025
- Document 22_02668_FULLN NAPC Plan 13 04 Mar 2025
- Document 22_02668_FULLN NAPC Plan 14 04 Mar 2025
- Document 22_02668_FULLN NAPC Plan 15 04 Mar 2025
- Document 22_02668_FULLN NAPC Plan 16 04 Mar 2025
- Document 22_02668_FULLN NAPC Plan 17 04 Mar 2025
- Document 22_02668_FULLN NAPC Plan 18 04 Mar 2025
- Document 22_02668_FULLN NAPC Plan 19 04 Mar 2025
Minutes
APPLICATION NO.
22/02668/FULLN
APPLICATION TYPE
FULL APPLICATION - NORTH
REGISTERED
18.10.2022
APPLICANT
Mr Chris Rees
SITE
Land adjacent to Test Valley Farm, Little Drove Road, CHILBOLTON
PROPOSAL
Demolition of existing building and erection of five residential dwellings with associated landscaping, access and parking
AMENDMENTS
Amended/additional plans and information received:
10.02.2023 02.03.2023 22.05.2023 15.08.2023 30.08.2023 25.09.2023 18.10.2023 25.06.2024 09.07.2024 10.07.2024 21.08.2024 27.08.2024 10.01.2025 19.02.2025
CASE OFFICER
Miss Emma Jones
The officer’s recommendation, as per the agenda and update paper, was proposed by Councillor Budzynski and seconded by Councillor Z Brooks. Upon being put to the vote the motion was carried.
Delegated to the Head of Planning and Building to grant PERMISSION subject to the undertaking by the LPA of a Habitat Regulations assessment and the satisfactory conclusion of consultation with Natural England in relation to this, and the completion of a legal agreement to secure obligations in respect of the following:
Off-site biodiversity mitigation; Nitrate mitigation measures;
Then PERMISSION subject to:
1.
The development hereby permitted shall be begun within three years from the date of this permission.
Reason: To comply with the provision of Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004.
2.
The development hereby permitted shall not be carried out except in complete accordance with the details shown on the submitted plans, numbers;
1070-PSL-00
1421-0102 REV E 1070-PSL-00-B Rev A 1070-LCS-PL500 Rev A 1070_SP04 Rev B 1070_01_P02 1070_01_E01 1070_01_P01 1070_01_E04 1070_01_E03 1070_01_E02 1070_01_P03 1070_02_P02 Rev A 1070_02_E01 Rev A 1070_02_P01 Rev A 1070_02_E04 Rev A 1070_02_E03 Rev A 1070_02_E02 Rev A 1070_02_P03 Rev A 1070_03_P02 Rev A 1070_03_E01 Rev A 1070_03_P01 Rev A 1070_03_E04 Rev A 1070_03_E03 Rev A 1070_03_E02 Rev A 1070_03_P03 Rev A 1070_04_P02 1070_04_E01 1070_04_P01 1070_04_E04 1070_04_E03 1070_04_E02 1070_04_P03 1070_05_P02 1070_05_E01 1070_05_P01 1070_05_E04 1070_05_E03 1070_05_E02 1070_05_P03
Reason: For the avoidance of doubt and in the interests of proper planning.
3.
No development shall take place until full details of the off site highway works as shown on drawing NJC-006 within the submitted Highway Technical Note (prepared by Nick Culhane Highway Consultant, dated May 2023) have been submitted to and approved in writing by Local Planning Authority.
Reason: Details are required prior to commencement in the interests of highway safety in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy T1.
4.
No development shall take place until the off site highway works as shown on drawing NJC-006 within the submitted Highway Technical Note (prepared by Nick Culhane Highway Consultant, dated May 2023) or as otherwise subsequently approved have been implemented in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: In the interests of highway safety in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy T1.
5.
No development shall take place (including site clearance and demolition works) until a Construction Site Management Plan has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. This should include (but not be limited to); construction traffic routes, parking and turning provision to be made on site, measures to prevent mud from being deposited on the highway and a programme for construction. The approved details shall be fully implemented prior to the commencement of development. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: Details are required prior to commencement in the interests of highway safety in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy T1.
6.
Notwithstanding the details submitted, no development shall take place (including any demolition, site clearance or ground-works) until a Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) and a Landscape Ecological Management Plan (LEMP) have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The CEMP shall include a Tree Protection Plan that also safeguards potential bat roosts and habitats within the site, and should make provision for the submission of evidence of the implementation of the Tree Protection Plan prior to construction activity taking place, and the submission of a compliance report on completion of construction. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details, and any biodiversity enhancements shall be permanently retained and maintained in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: Details are required prior to commencement in the interests of conserving biodiversity during the construction phase of the development in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy E5.
7.
No development shall take place (including site clearance and demolition works) until a survey to assess the nature and extent of any Asbestos Containing Materials (ACMs) at the site has been carried out and a report of the findings submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The survey must be undertaken by a competent person, and shall assess the presence of all ACMs on the site. In the event that these materials are identified, a Method Statement setting out how the ACMs will be removed from the site and disposed of at a suitably licensed waste facility shall be provided. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: To ensure a safe working and living environment in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) policy E8.
8.
No development shall take place (other than demolition) until details, including plans and cross sections, have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority of the existing and proposed ground levels of the development and the boundaries of the site and the height of the ground floor slab and damp proof course in relation thereto. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: In the interest of amenity in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policies E1, E2 and LHW4.
9.
No management/maintenance works shall be undertaken on any existing trees within the site until a Tree Bat Roost Safeguard Plan (Biodiversity Method Statement), based upon a survey and assessment by a suitably qualified, experienced and licensed ecologist, has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The Plan/Statement should include results from a climbing survey or from a platform or similar where necessary, so that the trees can be inspected closely at height using an endoscope. The Plan/ Statement should also demonstrate if there is a need for a European Protected Species Licence (EPSL). All agreed works are to be undertaken with ecological supervision, in accordance with a EPSL (as required). Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: In the interests of conserving biodiversity during the construction phase of the development in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy E5.
10.
The existing building on the site shall not be demolished until an up-to-date Bat Emergence Survey has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Details of any further mitigation required shall also be provided. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: In the interests of conserving biodiversity during the construction phase of the development in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy E5.
11.
Notwithstanding the details submitted, no development shall take place above damp proof course (DPC) level of the development hereby permitted until full details of the hard and soft landscape works within the site have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The details shall include: planting plans; written specifications (including cultivation and other operations associated with plant and grass establishment); schedules of plants, noting species, plant sizes and proposed numbers/densities; proposed finished levels or contours; means of enclosure; and hard surfacing materials. The landscape works shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: To ensure that landscaping and landscape features enable the development to positively integrate into the landscape character of the area in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy E2.
12.
No development shall take place above damp proof course (DPC) level of the development hereby permitted until a schedule of landscape management and maintenance for a minimum period of 5 years in respect of proposed on-plot hard and soft landscaping and a minimum period of 25 years in respect of existing and proposed communal hard and soft landscaping has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The landscape management plan shall include long term design objectives, management responsibilities (including in respect of the woodland, roadways and manoeuvring areas, and visitor car parking spaces), maintenance schedules for all landscape areas and an implementation programme. The landscape implementation, management and maintenance shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: To ensure that arrangements for the long term management and maintenance of existing and proposed landscaping have been made in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy E2.
13.
No development shall take place above DPC level of the development hereby permitted until samples and details of the materials to be used in the construction of all external surfaces hereby permitted have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: To ensure the development has a satisfactory external appearance in the interest of visual amenities in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy E1.
14.
The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted “Arboricultural Impact Appraisal and Method Statement” (prepared by Technical Arboriculture, reference AIA/AMS-KC/AH/TVFARM/001 Revision D version 2, dated June 2024), and the associated “Tree Protection Plan” (reference TPP-KC/TVFARM/001 Revision E).
Note: Particular attention is drawn to the pre-commencement meeting requirements set out in paragraph 51 of the submitted report (i.e. a pre-commencement site meeting attended by the local planning authority arboricultural officer, project arboricultural consultant, developer and the construction site manager), the carrying out of which is essential to
minimise harm to the retained trees.
Reason: To ensure the enhancement of the development by the retention of existing trees and natural features during the construction phase in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) policy E2.
15.
Tree protective measures installed (in accordance with the tree protection condition) shall be maintained and retained for the full duration of works or until such time as agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority. No activities, nor material storage, nor placement of site huts or other equipment what-so-ever shall take place within the barrier.
Reason: To ensure the avoidance of damage to existing trees and natural features during the construction phase in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy E2.
16.
All service routes, drain runs, soakaways or excavations in connection with the development hereby permitted shall remain wholly outside the tree protective barrier.
Reason: To ensure the avoidance of damage to existing trees and natural features during the construction phase in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan policy E2.
17.
No external lighting shall be installed at the site during the construction phase of the development hereby permitted until a detailed lighting strategy for the construction phase of the development has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details, with any approved lighting strategy maintained in perpetuity.
Note: All lighting should follow best practice guidelines outlined by the Bat Conservation Trust and the Institute of Lighting Professionals (Guidance note 08/18 Bats and artificial lighting in the UK). Details shall also include the location and type of luminaires as well as the levels of horizontal and vertical illuminance on the neighbouring residential properties. Any scheme should be designed for 0% Upward Light Output Ratio (ULOR).
Reason: In the interests of visual and residential amenity, and to prevent disturbance to protected species in accordance with Policies E2, E5 and E8 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
18.
No external lighting shall be installed on the dwellings hereby permitted until a detailed lighting strategy has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details, with any approved lighting strategy maintained in perpetuity. No other external lighting shall be installed during the operational phase of the development hereby permitted.
Note: All lighting should follow best practice guidelines outlined by the Bat Conservation Trust and the Institute of Lighting Professionals (Guidance note 08/18 Bats and artificial lighting in the UK). Details shall also include the location and type of luminaires as well as the levels of horizontal and vertical illuminance on the neighbouring residential properties. Any scheme should be designed for 0% Upward Light Output Ratio (ULOR).
Reason: In the interests of visual and residential amenity, and to prevent disturbance to protected species in accordance with Policies E2, E5 and E8 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
19.
No fixed plant or machinery shall be installed outside of any building until details have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Details shall demonstrate that the proposed plant or machinery will not have an unacceptable impact upon the amenity of neighbouring properties by virtue of the emission of noise. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: In the interests of amenity in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016 policy E8.
20.
No work relating to the construction of the development hereby permitted, including deliveries, collections or works of demolition or preparation prior to operations, shall take place before the hours of 0730 nor after 1800 on Mondays to Fridays; before the hours of 0800 nor after 1300 on Saturdays; and at all on Sundays and public holidays.
Reason: In the interests of amenity in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016 policy E8.
21.
In the event that contamination is found at any time during construction works, the presence of such contamination shall be reported in writing to the Local Planning Authority without delay and development shall be suspended on the affected part of the site until a remediation scheme for dealing with that contamination has been approved by the Local Planning Authority. The approved remediation scheme shall be implemented and, if requested, a verification report, for the purpose of certifying adherence to the approved remediation scheme, shall be submitted to the Local Planning Authority prior to the site being occupied.
Reason: To ensure a safe working and living environment in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) policy E8.
22.
There shall be no burning on site during site clearance and construction.
Reason: In the interests of amenity in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016 policy E8.
23.
The areas shown for the manoeuvring of refuse vehicles on drawing NJC-001 Rev 4 within the submitted Highway Technical Note Addendum (prepared by Nick Culhane Highway Consultant, dated June 2024), to the front of plots 4 and 5, shall be provided prior to the first occupation of the dwellings hereby permitted and shall remain available for this purpose at all times.
Reason: In the interest of highway safety in accordance with the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy T1.
24.
No dwelling hereby permitted shall be occupied until vehicular access to the public highway to serve each dwelling has been provided in accordance with the approved plans.
Reason: To ensure a satisfactory and safe means of access to the highway in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy T1.
25.
No dwelling hereby permitted shall be occupied until space has been laid out and provided for the parking and manoeuvring of vehicles to enable them to enter and leave the site in a forward gear in accordance with the approved plan and this space, including within the approved garages, shall thereafter be reserved for such purposes at all times.
Reason: In the interests of highway safety in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy T1.
26.
No dwelling hereby permitted shall be occupied until provision for cycle storage for two bicycles for that dwelling has been made within the site. The provision for cycle storage shall be maintained for this purpose at all times.
Reason: In the interest of providing sufficient safe parking for cyclists and in accordance Policy T2 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
27.
The development hereby approved shall be designed and built to meet Regulation 36 2 (b) requirement of 110 litres/person/day water efficiency set out in part G2 of Building Regulations 2015.
Reason: In the interests of improving water usage efficiency in accordance with policy E7 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
28.
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 2015 (or any order amending, revoking or re-enacting that Order), no building, structure, walls or fences of any kind other than those expressly authorised by this permission shall be erected.
Reason: In order that the Local Planning Authority can exercise control in the locality in the interest of the landscape character of the area in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policies E1 and E2.
29.
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 2015 (or any order amending, revoking or re-enacting that Order), no windows/dormer windows in the roof slopes of the development hereby permitted other than those expressly authorised by this permission shall be constructed.
Reason: In order that the Local Planning Authority can exercise control in the locality in the interest of the landscape character of the area in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policies E1 and E2.
Notes to applicant:
1.
In reaching this decision Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC) has had regard to the National Planning Policy Framework and takes a positive and proactive approach to development proposals focused on solutions. TVBC work with applicants and their agents in a positive and proactive manner offering a pre-application advice service and updating applicants/agents of issues that may arise in dealing with the application and where possible suggesting solutions.
2.
The site is bordered by Footpaths 15 and 16. The applicant should be aware of the following requirements: i) Nothing connected with the development or its future use should have an adverse effect on the rights of way, which must always remain available for public use; ii) There must be no surface alterations to a Public Rights of Way without the consent of Hampshire County Council as Highway Authority. To carry out any such works without this permission would constitute an offence under s131 Highways Act 1980; iii) No builders or contractor’s vehicles, machinery, equipment, materials, scaffolding or anything associated with the works should be left on or near the Footpaths so as to obstruct, hinder or provide a hazard to users.
3.
Attention is drawn to the requirements of the Agreement dated XXXXXX under Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 which affects this development.
22/02668/FULLN
APPLICATION TYPE
FULL APPLICATION - NORTH
REGISTERED
18.10.2022
APPLICANT
Mr Chris Rees
SITE
Land adjacent to Test Valley Farm, Little Drove Road, CHILBOLTON
PROPOSAL
Demolition of existing building and erection of five residential dwellings with associated landscaping, access and parking
AMENDMENTS
Amended/additional plans and information received:
10.02.2023 02.03.2023 22.05.2023 15.08.2023 30.08.2023 25.09.2023 18.10.2023 25.06.2024 09.07.2024 10.07.2024 21.08.2024 27.08.2024 10.01.2025 19.02.2025
CASE OFFICER
Miss Emma Jones
The officer’s recommendation, as per the agenda and update paper, was proposed by Councillor Budzynski and seconded by Councillor Z Brooks. Upon being put to the vote the motion was carried.
Delegated to the Head of Planning and Building to grant PERMISSION subject to the undertaking by the LPA of a Habitat Regulations assessment and the satisfactory conclusion of consultation with Natural England in relation to this, and the completion of a legal agreement to secure obligations in respect of the following:
Off-site biodiversity mitigation; Nitrate mitigation measures;
Then PERMISSION subject to:
1.
The development hereby permitted shall be begun within three years from the date of this permission.
Reason: To comply with the provision of Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004.
2.
The development hereby permitted shall not be carried out except in complete accordance with the details shown on the submitted plans, numbers;
1070-PSL-00
1421-0102 REV E 1070-PSL-00-B Rev A 1070-LCS-PL500 Rev A 1070_SP04 Rev B 1070_01_P02 1070_01_E01 1070_01_P01 1070_01_E04 1070_01_E03 1070_01_E02 1070_01_P03 1070_02_P02 Rev A 1070_02_E01 Rev A 1070_02_P01 Rev A 1070_02_E04 Rev A 1070_02_E03 Rev A 1070_02_E02 Rev A 1070_02_P03 Rev A 1070_03_P02 Rev A 1070_03_E01 Rev A 1070_03_P01 Rev A 1070_03_E04 Rev A 1070_03_E03 Rev A 1070_03_E02 Rev A 1070_03_P03 Rev A 1070_04_P02 1070_04_E01 1070_04_P01 1070_04_E04 1070_04_E03 1070_04_E02 1070_04_P03 1070_05_P02 1070_05_E01 1070_05_P01 1070_05_E04 1070_05_E03 1070_05_E02 1070_05_P03
Reason: For the avoidance of doubt and in the interests of proper planning.
3.
No development shall take place until full details of the off site highway works as shown on drawing NJC-006 within the submitted Highway Technical Note (prepared by Nick Culhane Highway Consultant, dated May 2023) have been submitted to and approved in writing by Local Planning Authority.
Reason: Details are required prior to commencement in the interests of highway safety in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy T1.
4.
No development shall take place until the off site highway works as shown on drawing NJC-006 within the submitted Highway Technical Note (prepared by Nick Culhane Highway Consultant, dated May 2023) or as otherwise subsequently approved have been implemented in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: In the interests of highway safety in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy T1.
5.
No development shall take place (including site clearance and demolition works) until a Construction Site Management Plan has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. This should include (but not be limited to); construction traffic routes, parking and turning provision to be made on site, measures to prevent mud from being deposited on the highway and a programme for construction. The approved details shall be fully implemented prior to the commencement of development. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: Details are required prior to commencement in the interests of highway safety in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy T1.
6.
Notwithstanding the details submitted, no development shall take place (including any demolition, site clearance or ground-works) until a Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) and a Landscape Ecological Management Plan (LEMP) have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The CEMP shall include a Tree Protection Plan that also safeguards potential bat roosts and habitats within the site, and should make provision for the submission of evidence of the implementation of the Tree Protection Plan prior to construction activity taking place, and the submission of a compliance report on completion of construction. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details, and any biodiversity enhancements shall be permanently retained and maintained in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: Details are required prior to commencement in the interests of conserving biodiversity during the construction phase of the development in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy E5.
7.
No development shall take place (including site clearance and demolition works) until a survey to assess the nature and extent of any Asbestos Containing Materials (ACMs) at the site has been carried out and a report of the findings submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The survey must be undertaken by a competent person, and shall assess the presence of all ACMs on the site. In the event that these materials are identified, a Method Statement setting out how the ACMs will be removed from the site and disposed of at a suitably licensed waste facility shall be provided. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: To ensure a safe working and living environment in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) policy E8.
8.
No development shall take place (other than demolition) until details, including plans and cross sections, have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority of the existing and proposed ground levels of the development and the boundaries of the site and the height of the ground floor slab and damp proof course in relation thereto. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: In the interest of amenity in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policies E1, E2 and LHW4.
9.
No management/maintenance works shall be undertaken on any existing trees within the site until a Tree Bat Roost Safeguard Plan (Biodiversity Method Statement), based upon a survey and assessment by a suitably qualified, experienced and licensed ecologist, has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The Plan/Statement should include results from a climbing survey or from a platform or similar where necessary, so that the trees can be inspected closely at height using an endoscope. The Plan/ Statement should also demonstrate if there is a need for a European Protected Species Licence (EPSL). All agreed works are to be undertaken with ecological supervision, in accordance with a EPSL (as required). Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: In the interests of conserving biodiversity during the construction phase of the development in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy E5.
10.
The existing building on the site shall not be demolished until an up-to-date Bat Emergence Survey has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Details of any further mitigation required shall also be provided. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: In the interests of conserving biodiversity during the construction phase of the development in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy E5.
11.
Notwithstanding the details submitted, no development shall take place above damp proof course (DPC) level of the development hereby permitted until full details of the hard and soft landscape works within the site have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The details shall include: planting plans; written specifications (including cultivation and other operations associated with plant and grass establishment); schedules of plants, noting species, plant sizes and proposed numbers/densities; proposed finished levels or contours; means of enclosure; and hard surfacing materials. The landscape works shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: To ensure that landscaping and landscape features enable the development to positively integrate into the landscape character of the area in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy E2.
12.
No development shall take place above damp proof course (DPC) level of the development hereby permitted until a schedule of landscape management and maintenance for a minimum period of 5 years in respect of proposed on-plot hard and soft landscaping and a minimum period of 25 years in respect of existing and proposed communal hard and soft landscaping has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The landscape management plan shall include long term design objectives, management responsibilities (including in respect of the woodland, roadways and manoeuvring areas, and visitor car parking spaces), maintenance schedules for all landscape areas and an implementation programme. The landscape implementation, management and maintenance shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: To ensure that arrangements for the long term management and maintenance of existing and proposed landscaping have been made in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy E2.
13.
No development shall take place above DPC level of the development hereby permitted until samples and details of the materials to be used in the construction of all external surfaces hereby permitted have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: To ensure the development has a satisfactory external appearance in the interest of visual amenities in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy E1.
14.
The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted “Arboricultural Impact Appraisal and Method Statement” (prepared by Technical Arboriculture, reference AIA/AMS-KC/AH/TVFARM/001 Revision D version 2, dated June 2024), and the associated “Tree Protection Plan” (reference TPP-KC/TVFARM/001 Revision E).
Note: Particular attention is drawn to the pre-commencement meeting requirements set out in paragraph 51 of the submitted report (i.e. a pre-commencement site meeting attended by the local planning authority arboricultural officer, project arboricultural consultant, developer and the construction site manager), the carrying out of which is essential to
minimise harm to the retained trees.
Reason: To ensure the enhancement of the development by the retention of existing trees and natural features during the construction phase in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) policy E2.
15.
Tree protective measures installed (in accordance with the tree protection condition) shall be maintained and retained for the full duration of works or until such time as agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority. No activities, nor material storage, nor placement of site huts or other equipment what-so-ever shall take place within the barrier.
Reason: To ensure the avoidance of damage to existing trees and natural features during the construction phase in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy E2.
16.
All service routes, drain runs, soakaways or excavations in connection with the development hereby permitted shall remain wholly outside the tree protective barrier.
Reason: To ensure the avoidance of damage to existing trees and natural features during the construction phase in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan policy E2.
17.
No external lighting shall be installed at the site during the construction phase of the development hereby permitted until a detailed lighting strategy for the construction phase of the development has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details, with any approved lighting strategy maintained in perpetuity.
Note: All lighting should follow best practice guidelines outlined by the Bat Conservation Trust and the Institute of Lighting Professionals (Guidance note 08/18 Bats and artificial lighting in the UK). Details shall also include the location and type of luminaires as well as the levels of horizontal and vertical illuminance on the neighbouring residential properties. Any scheme should be designed for 0% Upward Light Output Ratio (ULOR).
Reason: In the interests of visual and residential amenity, and to prevent disturbance to protected species in accordance with Policies E2, E5 and E8 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
18.
No external lighting shall be installed on the dwellings hereby permitted until a detailed lighting strategy has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details, with any approved lighting strategy maintained in perpetuity. No other external lighting shall be installed during the operational phase of the development hereby permitted.
Note: All lighting should follow best practice guidelines outlined by the Bat Conservation Trust and the Institute of Lighting Professionals (Guidance note 08/18 Bats and artificial lighting in the UK). Details shall also include the location and type of luminaires as well as the levels of horizontal and vertical illuminance on the neighbouring residential properties. Any scheme should be designed for 0% Upward Light Output Ratio (ULOR).
Reason: In the interests of visual and residential amenity, and to prevent disturbance to protected species in accordance with Policies E2, E5 and E8 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
19.
No fixed plant or machinery shall be installed outside of any building until details have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Details shall demonstrate that the proposed plant or machinery will not have an unacceptable impact upon the amenity of neighbouring properties by virtue of the emission of noise. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
Reason: In the interests of amenity in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016 policy E8.
20.
No work relating to the construction of the development hereby permitted, including deliveries, collections or works of demolition or preparation prior to operations, shall take place before the hours of 0730 nor after 1800 on Mondays to Fridays; before the hours of 0800 nor after 1300 on Saturdays; and at all on Sundays and public holidays.
Reason: In the interests of amenity in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016 policy E8.
21.
In the event that contamination is found at any time during construction works, the presence of such contamination shall be reported in writing to the Local Planning Authority without delay and development shall be suspended on the affected part of the site until a remediation scheme for dealing with that contamination has been approved by the Local Planning Authority. The approved remediation scheme shall be implemented and, if requested, a verification report, for the purpose of certifying adherence to the approved remediation scheme, shall be submitted to the Local Planning Authority prior to the site being occupied.
Reason: To ensure a safe working and living environment in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) policy E8.
22.
There shall be no burning on site during site clearance and construction.
Reason: In the interests of amenity in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016 policy E8.
23.
The areas shown for the manoeuvring of refuse vehicles on drawing NJC-001 Rev 4 within the submitted Highway Technical Note Addendum (prepared by Nick Culhane Highway Consultant, dated June 2024), to the front of plots 4 and 5, shall be provided prior to the first occupation of the dwellings hereby permitted and shall remain available for this purpose at all times.
Reason: In the interest of highway safety in accordance with the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy T1.
24.
No dwelling hereby permitted shall be occupied until vehicular access to the public highway to serve each dwelling has been provided in accordance with the approved plans.
Reason: To ensure a satisfactory and safe means of access to the highway in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy T1.
25.
No dwelling hereby permitted shall be occupied until space has been laid out and provided for the parking and manoeuvring of vehicles to enable them to enter and leave the site in a forward gear in accordance with the approved plan and this space, including within the approved garages, shall thereafter be reserved for such purposes at all times.
Reason: In the interests of highway safety in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policy T1.
26.
No dwelling hereby permitted shall be occupied until provision for cycle storage for two bicycles for that dwelling has been made within the site. The provision for cycle storage shall be maintained for this purpose at all times.
Reason: In the interest of providing sufficient safe parking for cyclists and in accordance Policy T2 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
27.
The development hereby approved shall be designed and built to meet Regulation 36 2 (b) requirement of 110 litres/person/day water efficiency set out in part G2 of Building Regulations 2015.
Reason: In the interests of improving water usage efficiency in accordance with policy E7 of the Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan 2016.
28.
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 2015 (or any order amending, revoking or re-enacting that Order), no building, structure, walls or fences of any kind other than those expressly authorised by this permission shall be erected.
Reason: In order that the Local Planning Authority can exercise control in the locality in the interest of the landscape character of the area in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policies E1 and E2.
29.
Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 2015 (or any order amending, revoking or re-enacting that Order), no windows/dormer windows in the roof slopes of the development hereby permitted other than those expressly authorised by this permission shall be constructed.
Reason: In order that the Local Planning Authority can exercise control in the locality in the interest of the landscape character of the area in accordance with Test Valley Borough Revised Local Plan (2016) Policies E1 and E2.
Notes to applicant:
1.
In reaching this decision Test Valley Borough Council (TVBC) has had regard to the National Planning Policy Framework and takes a positive and proactive approach to development proposals focused on solutions. TVBC work with applicants and their agents in a positive and proactive manner offering a pre-application advice service and updating applicants/agents of issues that may arise in dealing with the application and where possible suggesting solutions.
2.
The site is bordered by Footpaths 15 and 16. The applicant should be aware of the following requirements: i) Nothing connected with the development or its future use should have an adverse effect on the rights of way, which must always remain available for public use; ii) There must be no surface alterations to a Public Rights of Way without the consent of Hampshire County Council as Highway Authority. To carry out any such works without this permission would constitute an offence under s131 Highways Act 1980; iii) No builders or contractor’s vehicles, machinery, equipment, materials, scaffolding or anything associated with the works should be left on or near the Footpaths so as to obstruct, hinder or provide a hazard to users.
3.
Attention is drawn to the requirements of the Agreement dated XXXXXX under Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 which affects this development.
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