Issue - meetings

The proposal before Members was to convert a single dwelling into two self-contained flats. The scheme would include a first floor rear extension in order to provide a kitchen.

This proposal was put before Members as the application has been made by a Councillor.

Members also noted that the application had also been called in by Councillor Robert Benham for the following reasons:

-        Not in keeping with the area.

-        Reducing the provision of family housing.

-        Would present added strain on public services and local amenities.

-        Detrimental impact on parking.

With its agreement Councillor Robert Benham addressed the Committee.

Councillor Benham re-iterated the points raised above.

It was RESOLVED that planning permission be granted subject to the conditions as set out in the report.

The vote for the resolution to grant planning permission was carried by 8 votes to 2 with 1 abstention.

Councillors Nunn and Whitney voted against the resolution to grant planning permission.

Councillor Crowder abstained from voting.