Issue - meetings

The proposal before Members sought permission for the demolition of the existing garage and the construction of a new bungalow with retained car parking provision for the host property.

Members noted that the application had been called-in by both Councillors John Glanville and Steven Kelly. Councillor Glanville was against the application on the basis that the development was far forward of the building line and would create car parking problems. The application had been called in by Councillor Kelly as he was of the opinion that the development was in keeping with the area and the off-setting of the building line fitted in with the aspect of the corner position.  

With its agreement Councillor John Glanville addressed the Committee.

Councillor Glanville commented that the application did not fit in with the street scene as the proposed development was on the building line with other properties in the area. Councillor Glanville was also of the view that the proposal might cause a precedent to other development in the area.

During the debate Members discussed the effect of the proposal on the street scene and the marginal difference the development/application would have on the building line in the area.

The report recommended that planning permission be refused however following a motion to approve the granting of planning permission which was carried 7 votes to 4, it was RESOLVED that planning permission be approved subject to conditions and legal agreement.

The vote for the approval to grant planning permission was carried by 7 votes to 4.

Councillors Ford, Hawthorn, Martin and Smith voted against the resolution to grant planning permission.