Decision details

The application proposed the demolition of the existing garage blocks and the construction of three 2-bedroom two-storey dwellings designed with a high front elevation and steeply sloped roof, akin to other dwellings in the locality. 

Provision would be made within the site for 13 parking spaces, 3 of which would be allocated specifically for use by the occupiers of the new dwellings.

It was noted that 8 letters of representation had been received including a pro-forma letter containing 2 signatures. A representation from a local Ward Councillor had also been received along with comments from 2 consultees.

With its agreement, Councillors Darvill and O’Flynn addressed the Committee. Both Members reiterated the same points contained in the preamble to these minutes.

It was RESOLVED that:

1.    The development proposed would be liable for the Mayor’s Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) in accordance with London Plan Policy 8.3 and that the applicable charge would be £1,240.00. This was based on the net creation of 62m² of new gross internal floor space.

2.    The proposal was unacceptable as it stood but would be acceptable subject to the applicant entering into a Legal Agreement under Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended), to secure the following:

•           A financial contribution of £18,000 to be used towards infrastructure costs in accordance with the draft Planning Obligations Supplementary Planning Document.

•           All contribution sums shall include interest to the due date of expenditure and all contribution sums to be subject to indexation from the date of completion of the Section 106 agreement to the date of receipt by the Council.

•           The Developer/Owner to pay the Council’s reasonable legal costs associated with the Legal Agreement prior to the completion of the agreement irrespective of whether the agreement is completed.

•           Payment of the appropriate planning obligations monitoring fee prior to the completion of the agreement.

3.    Staff were authorised to enter into a legal agreement to secure the above and upon completion of that agreement, grant planning permission subject to the conditions as set out in the report, with the addition of a condition requiring the submission and approval of details of site levels prior to commencement.

The vote for the resolution to grant planning permission was passed by 7 votes to 3. Councillors Eagling, McGeary and Ower voted against the resolution.