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PLANNING COMMITTEE18 January 2007

Minutes of the Planning Committee meeting held at the Town Hall, Bexhill-on-Sea on Thursday 18 January 2007 at 9.30am.

Present: Councillors C.N. Ramus (Chairman), R.E. Parren (Vice Chairman), Mrs H.R. Bridger (in part), C.A. Clark (in part), P. Fairhurst, Mrs J.P. Gadd, G.E.S. Hearn, J.A.J. Kemp, B. Kentfield, P.G. Lendon, Mrs W.M. Miers (ex-officio), D.W.L.M. Vereker and Mrs D.C. Williams.

Also present: Councillors Mrs J.M. Hughes (in part) and I.G.F. Jenkins (in part).

Advisory Officers in attendance: Head of Planning, Development Control Manager, Team Leader (East) Development Control, Team Leader (West) Development Control, Principal Planning Officer (Enforcement and Appeals) (in part), Senior Democratic Services Officer (in part), Democratic Services Officer, 22 members of the public and members from the local press.

PL73. MINUTES

The Chairman was authorised to sign the minutes of the meeting of the Committee held on 7 December 2006 as a correct record of the proceedings.

PL74. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE

Apologies for absence were received from Councillors R.F. Dyason and C.R. Maynard.

DECISIONS TAKEN UNDER DELEGATED POWERS

PL75. ENFORCEMENT MATTERS

The following enforcement matters were reported:

(1) Burwash – Lower Bough Farm, Heathfield Road – Stationing of twin unit caravan

RESOLVED: That the compliance period of three months in respect of the enforcement notice issued on 30 August 2006 be not further extended.

(Councillor D.W.L.M. Vereker declared a personal and prejudicial interest in this matter in so far as he is a friend of the objectors and in accordance with the Members’ Code of Conduct left the room during consideration thereof.)

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(2) Mountfield – Battle Road Service Station, John’s Cross – Breach of condition

RESOLVED: That

a) the request to not paint the containers in accordance with condition 6 of planning permission RR/2004/521/P be refused; and

b) subject to being satisfied evidentially, the District Secretary be authorised to issue the appropriate enforcement notice and take any other steps necessary including legal action under Sections 179 and 181 of the Town & Country Planning Act 1990.

Compliance period: Two months.

(3) Iden – Thornsdale Oast House, Wittersham Road – Erection of building

COUNCILLOR R.E. PARREN IN THE CHAIR

RESOLVED: That, subject to being satisfied evidentially, the District Secretary be authorised to issue the appropriate enforcement notice and take any other steps necessary including legal action under Sections 179 and 181 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.

Compliance period: Three months.

(Councillor C.N. Ramus declared that the applicant had addressed a letter to Iden Parish Council making remarks about his family and the way in which their planning applications had been dealt with. Councillor Ramus reiterated that he had behaved quite properly at previous meetings, having left the room whilst consideration of his family’s applications had taken place, in accordance with the Members’ Code of Conduct. In the circumstances he chose to leave the room during the consideration of this enforcement matter.)

(4) Etchingham – Beech Brook, Sheepstreet Lane – Breach of condition relating to stopping up of an access

COUNCILLOR C.N. RAMUS IN THE CHAIR

Members considered the report of the Director of Services on the breach of planning control at Beech Brook, Sheepstreet Lane, Etchingham. Reference was made to the refusal of application RR/2006/519/P and officer comments within the Committee report indicating that, “There is also adequate space along the frontage of the fence to plant some screen hedging, so that the fence will not have any significant adverse impact upon the rural appearance of the AONB in this locality.” Members felt that this issue should be addressed within the enforcement notice by the inclusion of an additional requirement to carry out a landscaping scheme.

Additional breach of planning controlErection of a fence in excess of the limitations contained in Class A of Part 2 to Schedule 2 of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995.

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Additional step to be takenTo carry out the enclosed landscaping scheme (to be determined by the Head of Planning).

Additional reasons for taking enforcement actionThe fence is in a prominent position in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. However, there is sufficient space between the fence and the highway to carry out the landscaping scheme detailed in the enforcement notice. In the absence of such a landscaping scheme, the fence appears stark and out of place in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It would therefore be contrary to Policies S1(j), S10 and EN2 of the East Sussex and Brighton and Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(v) of the Rother District Local Plan.

Additional period for complianceSix months

RESOLVED: That subject to being satisfied evidentially, the District Secretary be authorised to issue the appropriate enforcement notice and take any other steps necessary including legal action under Sections 179 and 181 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.

Compliance period: Step One: Two months Step Two: Six months

(5) Rye – Adult Education Centre, Lion Street – Exterior light fittings

RESOLVED: That, subject to being satisfied evidentially, the District Secretary be authorised to issue

a) the appropriate enforcement notice and take any other steps necessary including legal action under Sections 179 and 181 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990; and

b) a Listed Building Enforcement Notice including legal action under Section 28 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas Act) 1990.

Compliance period: Two months.

PL76. TREE MATTERS

The following tree matters were reported:

(i) 10.4.2.264 – The District of Rother (Oakhurst Road, Battle) Tree Preservation Order 2006

RESOLVED: That the District of Rother (Oakhurst Road, Battle) Tree Preservation Order 2006 be CONFIRMED in respect of three oaks (T1, T2 and T3) at the rear of ‘Fairlight’ and ‘Cactus’, Oakhurst Road, Battle.

(ii) 10.4.2.265 – The District of Rother (4 Wealden Way, Bexhill) Tree Preservation Order 2006

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RESOLVED: That the District of Rother (4 Wealden Way, Bexhill) Tree Preservation Order 2006 be CONFIRMED in respect of one horse chestnut (T1) at 4 Wealden Way, Bexhill whilst the District of Rother (4 Wealden Way, Bexhill) Tree Preservation Order 2006 be NOT CONFIRMED in respect of one oak tree (T1) at 4 Wealden Way, Bexhill.

PL77. APPLICATIONS

Outline planning permissions are granted subject to approval by the Council of reserved matters before any development is commenced, which are layout, scale, appearance, access and landscaping. Unless otherwise stated, every planning permission or outline planning permission is granted subject to the development beginning within 3 years from the date of the permission. In regard to outline permissions, reserved matters application for approval must be made within three years from the date of the grant of outline permission; and the development to which the permission relates must begin no later than whichever is the later of the following dates: the expiration of three years from the date of the grant of outline permission or, the expiration of two years form the final approval of the reserved matters, or in the case of approval on different dates, the final approval of the last such matters to be approved.

In certain circumstances the Planning Committee will indicate that it is only prepared to grant or refuse planning permission if, or unless, certain amendments to a proposal are undertaken or subject to completion of outstanding consultations. In these circumstances the Head of Planning can be given delegated authority to issue the decision of the Planning Committee once the requirements of the Committee have been satisfactorily complied with. A delegated decision does not mean that planning permission or refusal will automatically be issued. If there are consultation objections, difficulties, or negotiations are not satisfactorily concluded, then the application will have to be reported back to the Planning Committee or reported via the internal-only electronic notified ‘D’ system by means of providing further information for elected Members. This delegation also allows the Head of Planning to negotiate and amend applications, conditions, reasons for refusal and notes commensurate with the instructions of the Committee. Any applications which are considered prior to the expiry of the consultation reply period are automatically delegated for a decision.

RESOLVED: That the planning applications be determined as shown in Appendix A attached hereto.

PL78. PLANNING OBLIGATIONS

RESOLVED: That in relation to the applications below:

a) the District Secretary be authorised to prepare a Planning Obligation under the provisions of Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) in respect of the matters indicated; and

b) power be delegated to the Head of Planning, exercisable upon execution of the Obligation to the satisfaction of the District Secretary, to grant permission subject to the conditions stated.

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(1) RR/2006/3438/P PEASMARSH – WOODLANDS FARMRETENTION OF PAVILION WITH ASSOCIATED LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING.Mr G Sargent

RESOLVED: That subject to the expiry of the consultation period and subject to the completion of a Section 106 Obligation to ensure that the Pavilion is not used for habitable residential accommodation but solely for recreational use and implementation of landscaping and lighting proposals, the decision be delegated to the Head of Planning to grant full planning permission.

REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The Pavilion is of an approved size and design and with the landscaping measures proposed will have an acceptable impact on the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and accords with Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan.

(2) RR/2006/2773/P SALEHURST/ROBERTSBRIDGE – BUGSELL PARK, BUGSELL LANE, ROBERTSBRIDGEERECTION OF STONE BARN TO REPLACE DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (RETROSPECTIVE APPLICATION.Roy Allan

RESOLVED: That subject to the completion of a Section 106 Obligation to tie the barn and land to the agricultural farm holding and restrict the use to agricultural purposes, the decision be delegated to the Head of Planning to grant full planning permission subject to the following conditions:

1. The building shall be used for agricultural purposes only.Reason: The building is located in an area of countryside where development plan policies indicate that agriculture and woodland will remain the main land uses and development and change will be strictly controlled to protect the character and appearance of the rural area. To accord with Policies S1(j), S10 and EN2 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policies DS1(vi), DS3, DS4 and GD1(v) of the Rother District Local Plan.

2. CN5E (Restriction of alterations/additions) (a) and (b) - amend to 1995 GPDO and within (b), incorporate: “No extension or alteration to the inside or outside of the building … etc.”

3. Within one month of planning permission being granted or at such a time as shall otherwise have been agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority, the exterior surface of flue pipe, which protrudes beyond the roof of the building shall be treated in a matt-black colour and retained as such thereafter.Reason: To maintain the agricultural appearance and character of the building and to accord with Policies S1(j), S10 and EN2 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011.

4. CN12L (external lightling)N1B. Originally submitted plans and additional plans

REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The principle of constructing an agricultural barn on the land holding was previously accepted in February 2004 under Farm Notification application RR/2004/245/FN (as amended).

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The Rural Estates Surveyor was consulted on that application and concluded that the proposed barn was reasonably necessary for the purposes of agriculture within the unit. The size and external appearance of the building is not materially different from the previously agreed development. Moreover, it is not considered that the relocation of the building has increased its prominence in the landscape to such a significant degree that it would justify a refusal of planning permission on the grounds of impact on the countryside (AONB). The development is in accordance with the provisions contained in Policy S10 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy DS4 of the Rother District Local Plan.

MATTERS FOR INFORMATION

PL79. APPEALS

Members noted the report of the Director of Services detailing the appeals which had been allowed, dismissed or lodged since the last meeting, together with information on forthcoming inquiries and hearings. Councillor G.E.S. Hearn, together with fellow Councillors, expressed concern that the Inspector had allowed the retrospective application RR/2006/69/P, when this Committee had visited the site and refused the application. It was noted, however, that the Inspector had granted permission on a temporary basis.

RESOLVED: That the report be noted.

PL80. MANUAL OF PLANNING CONDITIONS

Members were advised that following the adoption of the Rother District Local Plan and the update of the policies contained therein, the manual of coded planning conditions and their reasons had now been updated, taking into account current Government guidance and case law. Once the reasons for refusal had been updated, the manual would be available in hard copy for Members and Parish and Town Councils and electronically through the Council’s website. The publication and use of these updated conditions was expected to reduce the number of appeals against conditions. It was anticipated that the manual would be available from 1 March 2007.

RESOLVED: That the report be noted.

PL81. DATE FOR SITE INSPECTIONS – Tuesday 13 February 2007 at 8.30am departing from the Town Hall, Bexhill.

CHAIRMANThe meeting closed at 3.55pm pl070118.rac

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PLANNING COMMITTEE 18 JANUARY 2007 APPENDIX A

RR/2006/3132/P ASHBURNHAM ASHBURNHAM PLACE, WALLED GARDEN, KITCHENHAM ROADERECTION OF 15 LOG CABINS IN WALLED GARDEN INCLUDING ASSOCIATED PARKINGAshburnham Christian Trust

Statutory 13 week date: 20 February 2007

DECISION: REFUSE (FULL PLANNING)1. The proposed development would, if permitted, be detrimental to the character and

setting of the listed walled garden which should be preserved in accordance with Section 66 of the Town and Country Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990. The proposal is therefore contrary to the provisions of Policy S1(m) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011, Policy GD1(viii) of the Rother District Local Plan and PPG15 (para 2.16).

2. The proposed development would, if permitted, be detrimental to the character and appearance of the registered historic park and garden by the introduction of inappropriately designed and sited buildings. The proposal is therefore considered to be contrary to Policy S1(j) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011, Policies DS1(viii) and GD1(viii) of the Rother District Local Plan and PPG15 (para 2.24).

3. The site lies within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, where Policies S1(j) and EN2 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(v) of the Rother District Local Plan indicate that development will be carefully controlled to protect the character of the area. It is considered that the proposal does not meet this objective, and it would cause harm to the character of the area.

RR/2006/3269/O CATSFIELD 1 FORESTRY COTTAGES, STEVENS CROUCHLAWFUL USE OF LAND HATCHED RED ON PLAN AS RESIDENTIAL CURTILAGE. LAND HATCHED BLUE ON PLAN AS PRIVATE PARKLAND OUTSIDE RESIDENTIAL CURTILAGE. Mr and Mrs Talbot

Statutory 8 week date: 23 January 2007

DECISION: GRANT (CERTIFICATE OF LAWFULNESS) DELEGATED (SUBJECT TO WRITTEN CLARIFICATION REGARDING THE TIMBER GARDEN PLAYROOM)1. The land hatched red on the plan lies within the residential curtilage and the land

hatched blue on the plan is private parkland outside the residential curtilage including the raised child’s timber garden playroom.

REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The evidence submitted demonstrates that the land has on the balance of probability been used as the above description for more than 10 years.

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RR/2006/2991/P BURWASH WOODMANS FARMDEMOLITION OF EXISTING HOUSE AND ERECTION OF TWO STOREY SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING HOUSEK Joyce and E Schalburg

Statutory 8 week date: 22 December 2006

DECISION: REFUSE (FULL PLANNING) 1. The design of the proposed replacement dwelling is considered to be inappropriate

in this exposed location within the landscape of the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and therefore contrary to Policies HG10(i) and GD1(iv) and (v) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policies EN2, EN3 and S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011.

RR/2006/2843/P BEXHILL TERMINUS ROAD - LAND SOUTH OFOUTLINE: RESIDENTIAL REDEVELOPMENT TO PROVIDE 14 APARTMENTS WITH 14 PARKING SPACES INCLUDING FORMATION OF NEW AND ALTERATION TO EXISTING VEHICULAR ACCESSMr C J Wallace


DECISION: REFUSE (OUTLINE PLANNING)1. The Local Planning Authority is not satisfied that there would be no demand for the

continued use of the site for commercial purposes or for a mixed use, or that the existing use creates any serious harm to nearby residents. As such the proposal as it stands would be contrary to Policy EM2 of the Rother District Local Plan.

2. The development of the site for 14 apartments with parking would represent an overdevelopment of the site, which is significantly constrained by the railway. A building of this scale, and the parking, would leave little private amenity spaces or areas for landscaping which would provide a positive and attractive setting for the new building. As such the development would not contribute positively to the character of the area and be contrary to Policy GD1(iv) of the Rother District Local Plan.

3. A development of this scale would necessitate a number of living, bedroom or other windows facing the railway to the south and no information has been submitted such that the Local Planning Authority is able to conclude that residents of the apartments would not experience adverse noise conditions in view of the proximity of the railway. The proposal therefore fails to meet the requirements of PPG24: Planning and Noise and would be contrary to Policy GD1(i) of the Rother District Local Plan.

RR/2006/2849/P BEXHILL 18 SEA ROAD CHANGE OF USE FROM A1 TO A5 HOT FOOD TAKEAWAY PLUS INSTALLATION OF VENTILATION SYSTEM AND EXTERNAL COMPRESSORS.ID Estates


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DECISION: REFUSE (FULL PLANNING) DELEGATED (FOR ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH OFFICERS COMMENTS)1. It has not been demonstrated that the ventilation system, chiller and air conditioning

plant, can be situated and installed without having an unacceptable impact upon the amenities of the neighbouring residential properties. This proposal is therefore contrary to the requirements of Policy GD1(ii) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011.

2. The site is situated within the Bexhill Town Centre conservation area. The installation of a flue in this location would have a significantly detrimental impact upon the character of the conservation area and as such is contrary to the requirements of Policies GD1(iv) & (viii) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policy S1(m) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011.

(Councillor B. Kentfield declared a personal and prejudicial interest in so far as he is a freeholder of a neighbouring property, and in accordance with the Members’ Code of Conduct left the room during consideration thereof.)

RR/2006/3058/P BEXHILL 3 EGERTON ROAD, EGERTON HOUSECHANGE OF USE TO SUPPORTED ACCOMMODATION FOR PEOPLE WITH MENTAL HEALTH/LEARNING DIFFICULTIES.Mr D Callaghan


DECISION: REFUSE (FULL PLANNING)1. The proposed change of use would, if permitted, be detrimental to the amenities of

the locality by virtue of the lack of adequate private amenity space for residents and the absence of any off street car parking for use by visiting carers. The proposal is therefore considered to be contrary to Policies GD1(i),(iii) and (ix) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011.

(The Head of Planning declared a personal and prejudicial interest in this matter in so far as he is a friend of one of the objectors and left the room during the consideration thereof).

RR/2006/3183/P BEXHILL 207 COODEN DRIVE - LAND ADJ TO ERECTION OF EIGHT RESIDENTIAL UNITS WITH DORMER WINDOW AND ROOF LIGHTS TOGETHER WITH GARAGING, PROVISION OF FOUR PARKING SPACES AND REVISED ACCESS.Miracles By Design Ltd


DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING)1. CN7B – samples of materials: bricks, tiles, render colour and finish, slates and

details for the ‘green’ garage roofs.2. The finished ground floor levels of the building(s) hereby approved in relation to

existing and proposed site levels, the adjacent highway and adjacent properties, together with details of levels of all accesses, to include pathways, driveways, steps and ramps, shall be carried out in accordance with the approved drawings no. 61050/18, 16A and r426 date stamped 24 November 2006.

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Reason: To provide for the proper development of the site and to accord with Policy GD1(i), (ii), (iii), (iv) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policy S1(b), (e), (f) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011.

3. Prior to the construction of any of the buildings hereby permitted, details of foul and surface water drainage for the site, to include surface water from parking areas and hardstandings which shall be passed through trapped gullies to BS 5911:1982, shall be submitted to and approved by the local planning authority. The drainage works shall be constructed in accordance with the approved details prior to the occupation of any of the dwellings hereby approved. Reason: To prevent water pollution and ensure satisfactory drainage of the site in accordance with Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan and Policy EN11 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011.

4. Prior to the occupation of any of the dwellings hereby permitted detailed plans shall be submitted to the Local Planning Authority, for approval in consultation with the East Sussex Highway Authority, indicating the continuation of the footway along the site frontage, to include kerbing, the provision of visibility splays at the entrance and provision of covered cycle parking. These access and parking arrangements shall be undertaken in accordance with the approved details prior to the occupation of any of the dwellings. Reason: To ensure satisfactory development of the site and to accord with Policy S1of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan.

5. Before commencement of any building works in respect of the dwellings hereby approved, full details of all window and door openings, to include materials, reveals, lintels, arches and cills, shall be submitted to and approved by the local planning authority and the works shall be completed in accordance with the approved details. Reason: To ensure a satisfactory form and appearance to the development in the interests of the character and visual amenities of the area, in accordance with Policy GD1(ii), (iv) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policy S1(f) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011.

6. Solar panels shall not be fitted to the dwellings hereby approved until full details for their size, position and method of fixing have been submitted to and approved by the local planning authority and the works shall be completed in accordance with the approved details. Reason: To maintain the visual appearance and amenities of the properties and surrounding area in accordance with Policy GD1(ii), (iv) of the Rother District Local Plan.

7. Prior to the occupation of any of the dwellings hereby permitted details of the surfacing materials for the access, turning and parking areas and the footways shall be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority and these hard surfaced areas shall be constructed in accordance with the approved details. Reason: To ensure a satisfactory visual appearance to the development and to accord with Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan.

8. Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town & Country Planning General Permitted Development Order 1995 (as amended), (or any order revoking or re-enacting that order with or without modification), no windows or openings (other than those expressly authorised by this permission) shall be inserted into the east or west side elevations or roof slopes of any of the buildings hereby permitted, without the prior approval in writing of the Local Planning Authority. Reason: To prevent overlooking of adjacent properties and to accord with Policy S1of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan.

9. CN13A – landscaping details required

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10. CN13B – landscape implementation11. Before occupation of any of the dwellings hereby approved, the car parking and

vehicular turning space as set out on the approved drawing no.61050/10B date stamped 24 November 2006, shall be provided and thereafter retained for such purposes only. Reason: In the interests of and for the safety of persons and vehicles using the premises and/or the adjoining road and in order to secure a satisfactory standard of development and to accord with Policies S1 and TR3 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policies GD1 and TR3 of the Rother District Local Plan.

12. Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town & Country Planning General Permitted Development Order 1995 (as amended), (or any order revoking or re-enacting that order with or without modification), no additional boundary enclosures shall be erected, without the prior approval in writing of the Local Planning Authority. Reason: To maintain the visual appearance of the site and to ensure protection of the Site of Nature Conservation Importance on the beach, having regard to Policy EN17 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan.

13. The communal room in the roof space of the building adjacent the boundary with 207 Cooden Drive, as indicated on drawing no.61050/13A, date stamped 24 November 2006, shall be retained for communal amenity use only and shall not be used to provide additional residential accommodation.Reason: To maintain the existing level of development to ensure that development of the site is not intensified, which would result in the loss of amenity space, a lack of parking provisions and an intensification of general noise and activity detrimental to the residential amenities and character of the locality, having regard to Policy GD1(ii), (iii), (iv) of the Rother District Local Plan.

REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The proposed residential development is located within the development boundary for Bexhill and is of an appropriate scale, design and appearance and will not adversely affect the character of the area or the amenities of adjoining properties and therefore complies with Policy S1 and TR3 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1 and TR3 of the Rother District Local Plan.

RR/2006/3195/P BEXHILL 8 THE GROVE - LAND ADJ ERECTION OF DETACHED SINGLE STOREY DWELLING WITH ALTERATION TO AN EXISTING ACCESS AND PROVISION OF TWO PARKING SPACES. Cromwell Country Homes


DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) 1. CN5E (a)(b)(c) – Restrictions of alterations/additions2. CN7B (a)(c) – External materials3. CN13(f) – Landscaping4. Prior to occupation of the single storey detached dwelling hereby approved, the

fence erected along the northern boundary (fronting the A259) of the site shall re-sited to a new position 500mm behind the boundary line agreed by the Local Planning Authority in conjunction with the Highways Agency to allow the former hedge line to be reinstated. The fence shall be erected in accordance with the approved details and retained in that position thereafter.

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Reason: RC13.N1A Amended plan.

REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The proposed single storey detached dwelling with off road parking is of an appropriate design and position and will not adversely affect the character of the area or the amenities of adjoining properties and therefore complies with Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(ii)(iii)(iv) of the Rother District Local Plan.

RR/2006/3207/P BEXHILL 44 TURKEY ROAD, SIDLEY SURGERYDEMOLITION OF EXISTING SURGERY AND ERECTION OF REPLACEMENT SURGERY PURSUANT TO OUTLINE PLANNING PERMISSION RR/2004/1699/P.Carisbrooke Medical Centres Ltd


DECISION: APPROVE (RESERVED MATTERS)

REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The submitted details show a building of appropriate siting and design, and will not have any adverse impact on adjoining property or the streetscene, which accords with Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan.

RR/2006/3258/P BEXHILL 61-65 DE LA WARR ROADERECTION OF 10 BED SPECIALIST CARE UNITGlen Care Group


DECISION: REFUSE (FULL PLANNING)1. The scheme, which involves development to the open rear of the site, represents an

undesirable departure from the established pattern of frontage development in the area. In particular, the loss of the rear garden area which provides a potential amenity for the existing care home facility and also contributes to the wider character of the area, and visible from properties in Dorset Road, and the close and intrusive relationship of the new building to the rear garden of 67 De La Warr Road, amount to an over development of the site contrary to the principles of Policy S1(b) and (f) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and to Policy GD1(ii) and (iv) of the Rother District Local Plan.

RR/2006/3265/P BEXHILL GEORGIAN CLOSE - BLOCKS A AND B, HASTINGS ROADCREATION OF ONE 3-BEDROOM PENTHOUSE FLAT TO EACH BLOCKUK Property Investment Corporation Ltd


DECISION: REFUSE (FULL PLANNING)

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1. By virtue of their close proximity to flats in the two blocks, the proposed two lay-by parking spaces are likely to cause detriment to the amenities of those flats from noise, pollution and headlights resulting from people and vehicle movements associated with their use. Furthermore, re-routing the footpath adjoining the lay-by would bring pedestrians even closer to the windows of those flats resulting in loss of privacy. For these reasons the development would be contrary to Policy S1(b) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(ii) of the Rother District Local Plan.

2. There is currently no on-site parking provision to serve the existing flats at this development. The capacity for on-street parking in Georgian Close is insufficient to serve the existing number of flats. The two on-site lay-by parking spaces proposed would not result in any gain in total parking space as it would result in the loss of at least two on-street parking spaces and perhaps a third space for manoeuvring purposes. This failure to increase total parking space is, in the opinion of the Local Planning Authority, likely to compound existing on-street parking congestion to a degree that would be contrary to Policy S1(d) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policies GD1(iii) and TR3(i) of the Rother District Local Plan.

RR/2006/3284/P BEXHILL SIDLEY HOUSE - LAND ADJ, TURKEY ROADRENEWAL OF PLANNING PERMISSION RR/2005/453/P FOR THE SITING OF A DOCTORS SURGERY FOR A TEMPORARY TWO YEAR PERIODCarisbrooke Medical Centres Ltd


DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) DELEGATED (DETAILS OF LEASE RE TIME LIMITS)1. The building hereby permitted shall be removed and the land restored to its former

condition on or before 31 July 2009.Reason: To enable the Local Planning Authority to regulate and control the development of the land and to accord with Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan.

2. The proposed widening of the access and provision of car parking as shown on drawing no.2595.PL.02f shall be carried out prior to the doctors surgery being brought into use.Reason: In the interests of highway safety and to accord with Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(iii) of the Rother District Local Plan.

3. The attached highway conditions shall be complied with.Reason: In the interests of road safety and to accord with the requirements of the Director of Transport and Environment of East Sussex and to accord with Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 (CN10A).(To give effect to this condition you should contact the Transport and Environment Department of East Sussex County Council at Sidley Depot, Ninfield Road, Bexhill TN39 5AA (Telephone 01424 220022) prior to the commencement of work and enter a Private Works agreement between yourself and the County Council).

4. Prior to being discharged into any watercourse, surface water sewer or soakaway system, all surface water drainage from parking areas and hardstandings shall be passed through trapped gullies to BS 5911:1982 with an overall capacity compatible with the site being drained.

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Reason: To prevent pollution of the water environment in accordance with Policy GD1(x) of the Rother District Local Plan.

5. Clean, uncontaminated rock, subsoil, brick rubble, crushed concrete and ceramic only shall be permitted as infill materials.Reason: To prevent pollution of controlled waters in accordance with Policy GD1(x) of the Rother District Local Plan.

REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The proposed location for the surgery is satisfactory on a temporary basis and provision has been made for the improvement to the existing access and additional car parking. The proposal is in accordance with Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan.

RR/2006/3323/P BEXHILL 9 WEALDEN WAY DEMOLITION OF DETACHED GARAGE. ERECTION OF TWO STOREY EXTENSION TO FORM LOUNGE, GARAGE AND UTILITY ROOM WITH NEW EN-SUITE BEDROOM OVER.J Vane


DECISION: REFUSE (FULL PLANNING) 1. The proposed extension would, if permitted, be overbearing and impact adversely

upon the outlook and amenity of the neighbouring residential property (11 Wealden Way), by reason of its scale, height, and proximity to the boundary. This application is therefore contrary to Policy GD1(ii) of the Rother District Local Plan and Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011.

RR/2006/3353/P BEXHILL 30 SHIPLEY LANE REVISED PROPOSALS FOR THE ERECTION OF A SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION TO FORM GRANNY ANNEXE AND REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING CONSERVATORY PREVIOUSLY APPROVED UNDER PLANNING PERMISSION RR/2006/1581/P (RETROSPECTIVE APPLICATION).Mr and Mrs G Monteith


DECISION: DEFERRED (FURTHER CLARIFICATION OF PLANS)

RR/2006/3359/P BEXHILL 9 SOUTH CLIFF ERECTION OF CONSERVATORY AND DETACHED POOL HOUSE (RETROSPECTIVE APPLICATION).Mr and Mrs Chave


DECISION: DEFERRED (FOR SITE INSPECTION)

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RR/2006/3369/P BEXHILL 6 THE COVERT CREATION OF SWIMMING POOL, PUMP HOUSE AND ANCILLARY WORKS (RETROSPECTIVE APPLICATION).Mr S Roller


DECISION: DEFERRED (FOR FURTHER INFORMATION RE NOISE ATTENUATION)

RR/2006/3394/P BEXHILL 3 KITES NEST WALK ERECTION OF DETACHED TWO STOREY DWELLING WITH INTEGRAL DOUBLE GARAGE INCLUDING DORMER WINDOWS, BALCONY, JULIET BALCONIES AND ROOFLIGHTS, AT 3 KITES NEST WALK WITH PROVISION OF NEW VEHICULAR ACCESS AND ALTERATION TO AN EXISTING ACCESS INCLUDING VISIBILITY SPLAY ACROSS 1 KITES NEST WALK AND 60 BARNHORN ROAD.Wellson & Partners


DECISION: WITHDRAWN

RR/2006/3398/P BEXHILL 6 KITES NEST WALK - PLOT ADJ TOERECTION OF DETACHED CHALET BUNGALOW TOGETHER WITH VISIBILITY SPLAY ACROSS NO 1 KITES NEST WALK AND 60 BARNHORN ROAD INCLUDING FORMATION OF A NEW AND ALTERATIONS TO EXISTING VEHICULAR ACCESSES.Orchard Estates Ltd


DECISION: WITHDRAWN

RR/2006/3401/CM BEXHILL REPROTECH - FORMER SITE OF, FRESHFIELDS, BEXHILL ROADCHANGE OF USE TO A WASTE AND RECYCLABLES TRANSFER STATION, DEPOT AND ANCILLARY USESVeolia E S South Downs Ltd

Last date for decision: 19 January 2007

DECISION: THAT THE COUNTY COUNCIL BE ADVISED THAT THE DISTRICT COUNCIL RAISES A HOLDING OBJECTION TO THE PROPOSED USE AND IS NOT SATISFIED THAT ADEQUATE INFORMATION HAS BEEN SUBMITTED TO PROPERLY ASSESS THE PROPOSAL. In particular concerns are raised regarding the following matters:-1. Details of traffic generation and origin, and impact on Bexhill Road2. Operating times and days particularly at weekends.

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3. Noise insulation of the building and noise from traffic movements within the site. Adequacy of noise measurements and predicted levels in relation to adjoining residential properties.

4. Air quality.5. Dust and odour control.6. Impact on the proposed Pebsham Countryside Park.7. Adequacy of the proposed site area for waste and recyclables transfer depot.

(Councillors C.A. Clark, P. Fairhurst, J.A.J. Kemp and Mrs D.C. Williams each declared a personal interest in this matter in so far as they are members of the Pebsham Countryside Park Management Board and in accordance with the Members’ Code of Conduct remained in the room during consideration thereof.)

RR/2006/3421/P BEXHILL 13 BARNHORN ROAD ERECTION OF TWO STOREY BLOCK CONTAINING 4 NO 2 BED FLATS AND 2 NO 1 BED FLATS PURSUANT TO OUTLINE PLANNING PERMISSION RR/2003/1334/P. Mrs J Emmott


DECISION: APPROVE (RESERVED MATTERS – SCALE, APPEARANCE AND LANDSCAPING) DELEGATED (SUBJECT TO HIGHWAYS AGENCY COMMENTS/LEGAL ADVICE)1. CN7B(a)(b)(c) – External materials2. No retained tree shall be cut down, uprooted or destroyed, nor shall any retained

tree be topped or lopped without written approval of the local planning authority within 5 years of planting. Reason: RC12.

3. Should any trees or shrubs illustrated on drawing number LC/06/001 (either to be retained or planted) be cut down, uprooted, removed, destroyed or die, or in the opinion of the Local Authority become seriously damaged or defective, within 5 years of planting, the Local Authority shall be informed as soon as possible and another tree or shrub of the same species shall be planted at the same location, at a time agreed in writing by the Council. Reason: RC12.

4. The erection of fencing for the protection of any retained tree shall be undertaken in accordance with the approved plans before any equipment, machinery, or materials are brought on to the site for the purposes of development and shall be maintained until all equipment; machinery and surplus materials have been removed from the site. Nothing shall be stored or placed in any area fenced and the ground areas within these areas shall not be altered, nor shall excavation be made, without the prior written consent of the Local Authority. Reason: RC12.

Notes:(i) Any lopping or topping of trees shall be carried out in accordance with the BS3998

‘Recommendations for Tree work’.(ii) The design of protective fencing for trees should be in accordance with Fig. 2 of

BS5837 2005.

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REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The proposed development is of an appropriate design and will not adversely affect the character of the area or the amenities of adjoining properties and therefore complies with Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(ii)(iv) of the Rother District Local Plan.

RR/2006/3452/TN BEXHILL PEARTREE LANE - ON HIGHWAYS LAND NEAR JUNCTION WITH LITTLE COMMON ROAD ERECTION OF LAMP POST WITH THREE ANTENNAE AND TWO ASSOCIATED CABINETS.Orange

Last date for decision: 12 February 2007

DECISION: DETAILS NOT REQUIRED

RR/2006/2914/P NORTHIAM THE SHEALING, EWHURST LANE.OUTLINE: DEMOLITION OF EXISTING DWELLING AND ERECTION OF 7 DWELLINGS INCLUDING ASSOCIATED PARKING SPACES.Mr D Gould


DECISION: REFUSE (OUTLINE PLANNING) 1. The development of the site for seven dwellings would constitute a gross

overdevelopment of the site. In an area of lower density development with dwellings in larger more mature gardens and adjoining the Conservation Area, a development of this nature would be wholly out of character with this part of the village to the detriment of the amenity and outlook of nearby residents. As such the proposal would be contrary to Policy S1 (f) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1 (ii) and (iv) of the Rother District Local Plan.

2. Notwithstanding reason 1 above, a development of this number of houses would, by reason of their position, scale and the potential for overlooking, have an unsatisfactory relationship with the sites immediately adjoining the site to the detriment of the amenities of these adjoining residents. As such the proposal would be contrary to Policy GD1 (ii) of the Rother District Local Plan.

3. Access to the site is via a private driveway on which the increase in traffic movements would, by reason of the increased noise and disturbance, be detrimental to the amenities of those already served by this access. For these reasons the scheme would conflict with Policy GD1(ii) and (iv) of the Rother District Local Plan.

4. The existing access at its junction with Ewhurst Lane [C20] has substandard visibility and existing hazards would be increased by the additional slowing, stopping, turning and reversing traffic which would be created. As such this would be contrary to Policy S1(d) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011, and Policy GD1(iii) of the Rother District Local Plan.

RR/2006/3148/P NORTHIAM NINE ACRE FARM, QUICKBOURNE LANEREVISED PROPOSALS FOR THE RENOVATION OF STABLES PREVIOUSLY APPROVED UNDER PLANNING PERMISSION RR/2002/1206/P TO INCLUDE RE - CONFIGURATION TO DOOR AND WINDOWS TO REAR TACK ROOM AND RE-SITING ONE WALL TO RELOCATE EXISTING PYLON OUTSIDE OF BUILDING

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AND CONSTRUCTION OF TRACK (PART RETROSPECTIVE APPLICATION).Mr and Mrs J Seabourne


DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) DELEGATED (CLARIFICATION OF USE)1. CN7C (Matching external materials).2. Control of use as appropriate.

REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The proposed development will not adversely affect the character of the area or the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and therefore complies with Policy S1(b)(j) and EN2 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(iv)(v) of the Rother District Local Plan.

RR/2006/3438/P PEASMARSH WOODLANDS FARMRETENTION OF PAVILION WITH ASSOCIATED LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING.Mr G Sargent


See Minute PL78 (1)

RR/2006/3056/P PEASMARSH BERRYNARBOR, SCHOOL LANEERECTION OF REPLACEMENT DWELLING AND DETACHED GARAGE.Mr Mike Wells

Statutory 8 week date: 1 January 2007 DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) DELEGATED (FOR LEVELS AND SETTING OUT PLAN)1. CN5A (Exclude G.D.O. specified structures)2. CN5D (Obscure glaze windows) (Insert ‘at first floor level on the north elevation, and

velux window on the east elevation)3. CN5E a), b) and c) (Restriction of alterations/additions)4. CN7B a) the roofing tiles, b) the hanging tiles and c) the facing bricks (External

materials)5. CN8C (Foul and surface water details)6. CN13A (Landscaping scheme)7. CN13B (Implementation of landscaping scheme)8. The access shall not be used until parking areas have been provided in accordance

with the approved plan and the areas shall thereafter be retained for that use and shall not be used other than for the parking of motor vehicles.Reason: To ensure the safety of persons and vehicles entering and leaving the access and proceeding along the highway and to accord with Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011.

9. The ridge height of the dwelling hereby approved shall not exceed 6.8m in height.Reason: To safeguard the amenities of the neighbouring properties in accordance with Policy GD1(ii) of the Rother District Local Plan, and Policy S1(f) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011.

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REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The position of the replacement dwelling lies within the development boundary for Peasmarsh as defined within the Rother District Local Plan. Although set to the rear of dwellings fronting School Lane and is a replacement of a bungalow with a chalet bungalow, the insertion of obscure glazing into windows at first floor level on the north and east elevations will preserve the privacy of neighbouring properties. Its amended siting (following the earlier refusal) closer to the western boundary of the site and the relocation of the garage, while having some greater impact than the existing smaller dwelling, maintain the wider outlook of the residents of ‘Raymaur Lodge’ and ‘Eureka’. As such the proposal meets the objectives of Policies S1, EN2 and EN3 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011, and Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan.

RR/2006/3261/P BODIAM BURGESS TRANSPORT LTD - LAND AT, MAIN STREETERECTION OF 22.5M MONOPOLE & ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT CABINETS.T Mobile (UK) Ltd



RR/2006/2723/P SALEHURST/ROBERTSBRIDGE 12-14 STATION ROAD, ROBERTSBRIDGECHANGE OF USE AND CONVERSION FROM GROUND FLOOR SHOP TO RESIDENTIALMr and Mrs N Brabon

Statutory 8 week date: 24 November 2006


RR/2006/2773/P SALEHURST/ROBERTSBRIDGE BUGSELL PARK, BUGSELL LANE, ROBERTSBRIDGEERECTION OF STONE BARN TO REPLACE DILAPIDATED BUILDINGS (RETROSPECTIVE APPLICATION)Roy Allan


See Minute PL78 (2)

RR/2006/2783/P BREDE LILAC DRIVE - LAND ADJ, NORTHIAM ROADERECTION OF FOUR NEW DWELLINGS AND GARAGING PLUS ANCILLARY WORKS INCLUDING ALTERATION TO AN EXISTING VEHICULAR ACCESS AND CONSTRUCTION OF NEW ROADM Viney (Kitewood)

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DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) DELEGATED (EXPIRATION OF RE-CONSULTATION PERIOD/DISCUSSION WITH BUILDING CONTROL RE SOAKAWAYS)1. CN7D a), b) and c) (External materials).2. CN8C (Foul and surface water details) Add - In respect of surface water the

details submitted for approval shall indicate an analysis of the removal of the small pond in relation to surface water.

3. CN9I (a) (Walling/fencing).4. CN9K (Floor levels).5. CN13A (Landscaping scheme).6. CN13B (Implementation of landscaping scheme).7. No development shall take place until there has been submitted to and

approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority a scheme for the new access to the site. Such scheme shall include all the measures listed below (a) - (e) and shall provide for the timing of each part of the works in relation to the construction of the houses, and shall be implemented in accordance within the approved details before any of the dwellings are occupied:a) detailed drawings, including levels, sections and construction details of

the service road, surface water drainage and outfall;b) in respect of (a) the road can be a shared surface, a minimum of 4.1

metres wide and set back as far from the A28 as possible in order to benefit southbound traffic on the A28 turning left into the proposed development and the service road should be extended slightly towards the north to create a turning area at the end of the service road with 6.0m kerb radii provided at its junction with the new road serving the site;

c) detailed drawings showing the existing vehicular accesses serving the site, and the property known as The Herons stopped up and the kerb and verge reinstated;

d) detailed drawings of new low floor bus waiting facilities and an alternative bus shelter on the development side of the A28;

e) detailed drawings of a new 2.0m wide footway on the development side of the A28 between the new service road and the property known as Coole Cottage.

Reason: To ensure all necessary highway improvements in the interests of vehicular and pedestrian safety and to provide a relocated bus stop in accordance with Policy S1(c) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(iii) of the Rother District Local Plan.

8. Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning General Development Order 1995 (or any Order revoking and re-enacting this Order) no:a) windows except as shown on the approved plans shall be inserted into

the buildingb) extension or alteration of the building above ground floor shall be carried

out without a further planning permission.Reason: The houses as designed are of a size, height and configuration appropriate for the site having regard to the position of adjoining properties, however any further extension or windows should be critically accessed having regard to Policy GD1(ii) of the Rother District Local Plan.

9. No development shall commence until a scheme for the management of the large pond to be retained, taking account of any identified matters of ecological interest and the timescale for such management has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. In this respect the pond

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area to be defined in the management scheme shall not be used as residential curtilage and notwithstanding the provisions of the Town & Country (General Permitted Development) Order 1995 (or any Order revoking or re-enacting that Order with or without modification) no fence, wall or other means of enclosure shall be erected within the pond area.Reason: In order to safeguard the character, appearance and ecological interest of the pond and its environs as a backdrop to the new development having regard to Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan.

Notes:(i) In respect of surface water drainage there are no surface water sewers in the

locality and permeability tests will be necessary to establish the acceptability of soakaways if proposed.

(ii) N1C Drawings 0509/P/401, 402, 403, 404, 405, 406, 407.

REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: This scheme has been assessed on the basis of the site’s position within the village of Broad Oak, but having regard also to the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty designation and the Inspector’s comments thereon in considering the appeal on previous planning application RR/2003/1845/P. The Local Planning Authority has addressed the specific local issues of the impact on adjoining properties, access to the site from the A28 (having regard to previous objections) as well as the impact on preserved trees on the site and the two ponds, one of which is to remain. It is considered that a development for four houses (as opposed to earlier schemes for considerably more dwellings) and with modifications following the refusal of planning application RR/2006/1092/P, would not do demonstrable harm to any of the issues of acknowledged importance and as such can be said to comply with the general aims of East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 Policies S1, EN2 and EN3 and the more specific requirements for development set out particularly in Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan.


RR/2006/3181/P ICKLESHAM CHURCHFIELDS - EXISTING BUILDING AT, HARBOUR ROAD, RYECHANGE OF USE OF BUILDING TO USE AS MOT TESTING CENTRE FOR NON HGV’SRomney Holdings Ltd


DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) DELEGATED (CONDITIONS RE ENVIRONMENT AGENCY COMMENTS)1. CN12S (Parking provision) - add following to reason “… and to accord with Policy

S1(d) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policies GD1(iii) and TR3 of the Rother District Local Plan.

2. The building shall not be used for the purpose hereby approved until a Flood Risk Assessment (FRA) has been submitted to the Local Planning Authority. The FRA must include the following minimum information:i) A level survey to Ordnance Datum/GPS showing the known or modelled 1 in

100 year (1% annual probability) river flood level or 1 in 200 year (0.5% annual probability) tidal and coastal flood level, relative to proposed site levels.

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ii) An assessment of the risks posed to the site including that based on modelled and historic flood data and risks associated with any increase in surface water run off from the site.

iii) Proposed mitigation measures to control those risks, e.g. setting appropriate floor levels, providing flood proofing, providing suitable means of surface water disposal.

Reason: In order to reduce the risk to life, property and pollution of the environment from flooding and to accord with Policy S1(g)(h) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011, Policy GD1(x)(xv) of the Rother District Local Plan and Government Advice contained in PPS25: Development and Flood Risk.

3. Unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority, the building shall not be used for the purpose hereby approved until details of any mitigating flood measures proposed under condition no.2 above have been approved by the Local Planning Authority, in consultation with the Environments Agency and the works carried out in accordance with the approved details.Reason: In order to reduce the risk to life, property and pollution of the environment from flooding and to accord with Policy S1(g)(h) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011, Policy GD1(x)(xv) of the Rother District Local Plan and Government Advice contained in PPS25: Development and Flood Risk.

4. Details of foul and surface water drainage for the site shall be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority in consultation with the Environment Agency. The drainage works shall be constructed in accordance with the approved plans before the development hereby permitted is brought into use or occupied.

Reason: To prevent water pollution and ensure satisfactory drainage of the site and to accord with Policy S1(g) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(x) of the Rother District Local Plan.

5. Soakaways shall only be used in areas on site where they would not present a risk to groundwater. If permitted, their location must be approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority, in consultation with the Environment Agency.Reason: To prevent pollution of the water environment and to accord with Policy S1(g) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(x) of the Rother District Local Plan.

6. Prior to being discharged into any watercourse, surface water sewer or soakaway all surface water drainage shall be passed through an oil interceptor designed and constructed to have a capacity compatible with the site being drained. Roof water shall not pass through the interceptor.Reason: To protect the groundwater quality in the area and to accord with Policy S1(g) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(x) of the Rother District Local Plan.

7. Clean, uncontaminated rock, subsoil, brick rubble, crushed concrete and ceramic only shall be permitted as infill material.Reason: To prevent pollution of the water environment and to accord with Policy S1(g) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(x) of the Rother District Local Plan.

8. Contaminated land condition.Note: The applicant’s attention is drawn to the comments of the Environment Agency and contained in their letter dated 15 January 2007.

REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The proposed development will not adversely affect the amenities of the surrounding area and subject to compliance with conditions imposed will not result in a risk to life, property or pollution of the environment from flooding and therefore complies with Policy S1(b)(d)(g)(h) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policies GD1(ii)(iii)(x)(xv) and TR3 of the Rother District

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Local Plan and will accord with Government Advice contained in PPS25: Development and Flood Risk.

(Councillor C.N. Ramus declared a personal and prejudicial interest in this matter in so far as a member of his family could be a tenant and in accordance with the Members’ Code of Conduct left the room during consideration thereof.)


RR/2006/3324/P ICKLESHAM DABCHICK COTTAGE, MORLAIS RIDGE, WINCHELSEA BEACHCONVERSION OF LOFT SPACE TO FORM EN-SUITE BEDROOM AND DORMER WITH GLASS BALUSTRADE.Mrs J Stanford




RR/2006/3015/P IDEN THORNSDALE OAST, WITTERSHAM ROADERECTION OF STABLES INCORPORATING HAY BARN AND TACK ROOMMiss K A Jewiss

Statutory 8 week date: 25 December 2006

DECISION: REFUSE (FULL PLANNING) DELEGATED (UNLESS SATISFACTORY AMENDED PLAN RE SITING SUBMITTED/CHECK POSITION RE APPEAL)1. By reason of its large size and isolated location in an open field, the stable block

would be unduly intrusive in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. As such the proposal would be contrary to Policies S1 (j), S10, EN2 (a), (f) and EN3 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1 (iv) and (v) of the Rother District Local Plan.

(Councillor C.N. Ramus declared that the applicant had addressed a letter to Iden Parish Council making remarks about his family and the way in which their planning applications had been dealt with. Councillor Ramus reiterated that he had behaved quite properly at previous meetings, having left the room whilst consideration of his family’s applications had taken place, in accordance with the Members’ Code of Conduct. In the circumstances he chose to leave the room during the consideration of this application.)


RR/2006/3274/P ETCHINGHAM OAKS CLOSE - LAND ATERECTION OF VEHICULAR AND PEDESTRIAN GATES TO PRIVATE ACCESS ROADOaks Close (Etchingham) Management Co Ltd

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DECISION: REFUSE (FULL PLANNING)1. The proposed wall, gate piers and gates across the access road would constitute an

inappropriate suburban feature, out of keeping with the established character of this village and its rural setting within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The proposed development would have a materially detrimental effect on the area’s character and would conflict with Policy S1(f) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011, Policy GD1(iv) of the Rother District Local Plan and the Government’s national policies aimed at promoting high quality inclusive design contained in PPS1 ‘Delivering Sustainable Development’ (paras 13(iv), 33 and 34).

2. The proposed development would result in loss of residential amenity for the occupiers of ‘Chailey’ and ‘Appledown’, particularly arising from noise and traffic fumes from vehicles slowing, stopping, waiting and manoeuvring as a result of using the gates and negotiating the reduction in the width of the carriageway. The development is contrary to Policy S1(b) of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(ii) of the Rother District Local Plan.

RR/2006/2755/P EWHURST VINEHALL AND WHITE PRECISION, BODIAM STATION YARD, BODIAM ROADPROPOSED CHANGE OF USE OF EXISTING BUILDING FROM LIGHT INDUSTRIAL TO COMMUNITY HALLBodiam Village Hall Committee

Statutory 8 week date: 23 January 2007 DECISION: DEFERRED (FOR SITE INSPECTION)

RR/2006/3167/P SEDLESCOMBE GREAT SANDERS FRUIT FARM, BEECH FARM ROADREMOVAL OF PART OF REDUNDANT AGRICULTURAL UNIT AND ERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY TIMBER AGRICULTURAL DWELLING.Mr and Mrs E Rowlands


DECISION: WITHDRAWN

RR/2006/3234/P SEDLESCOMBE SWIFT LITE CHARCOAL WORKS, MARLEY LANEERECTION OF DETACHED OFFICE BUILDINGDAMA Properties Ltd


DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) DELEGATED (COMMENTS RE HIGHWAYS AGENCY CONDITION)1. CN8C (Drainage).2. CN12C (External lighting).

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3. The building shall be used for the purposes of B1 office use only.4. The building hereby permitted shall not be occupied until landscaping and tree

planting required under Condition 3 of planning permission RR/2005/2847/P has been carried out.

5. Contaminated land condition.

REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The proposed building is an appropriate design and will be screened by existing and additional planting on Marley Lane and will have an acceptable impact on the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and accord with Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan. The proposed cumulative floorspace on the site will not exceed that already approved under RR/2005/2847/P.

RR/2006/3363/P FAIRLIGHT KEYHOLE CAR PARK, LOWER COASTGUARD LANE, HASTINGS COUNTRY PARKCHANGE OF USE OF LAND FOR STORAGE OF MATERIALS AND CLEAN WASTE AWAITING COLLECTION (RETROSPECTIVE APPLICATION).Hastings Borough Council


DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) DELEGATED (NATURAL ENGLAND COMMENTS/CLARIFICATION RE ENVIRONMENT AGENCY COMMENTS)1. The site shall only be used for the storage of materials and clean waste, connected

with the maintenance of Hastings Country Park. Reason: In order to ensure that the amenities of the area are not adversely affected by a more intensive use of the site and to accord with Policy S1(b) and EN3 of the Structure Plan and Policy GD1(ii) of the Rother District Local Plan.

2. The site shall not be occupied for the approved use before 8.00am or after 6.00pm any day of the week unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority.Reason: In order to preserve the residential amenities of the area and to accord with Policy S1(b) and EN3 of the Structure Plan and Policy GD1(ii) of the Rother District Local Plan.

3. There shall be no burning of waste on the land.Reason: In order to preserve the residential amenities of the area and to accord with Policy S1(b) and EN3 of the Structure Plan and Policy GD1(ii) of the Rother District Local Plan.

REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The proposed development will not, subject to conditions, adversely affect the amenities of the area or the character and appearance of the landscape and High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and therefore complies with Policies S1(b)(j), EN2 and EN3 of the Structure Plan and Policy GD1(ii)(iv)(v) of the Rother District Local Plan.

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RR/2006/3366/P FAIRLIGHT KEYHOLE CAR PARK, LOWER COASTGUARD LANE, HASTINGS COUNTRY PARKRETENTION OF TEMPORARY METAL CONTAINER TO STORE OFF-ROAD VEHICLE PREVIOUSLY APPROVED UNDER PLANNING PERMISSION RR/2002/2970/PHastings Borough Council


DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) DELEGATED (COMMENTS FROM NATURAL ENGLAND)1. CN14A - 3 years.

Reason: The structure is not considered suitable for retention on a permanent basis and would cause harm to the rural character and appearance of the landscape and High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and be contrary to Policies S1(b)(j) and EN2 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(iv)(v) of the Rother District Local Plan.

REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: Subject to a temporary condition, the proposed development would not have a permanent adverse impact upon the character and appearance of the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and therefore complies with Policies S1(b)(j) and EN2 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(iv)(v) of the Rother District Local Plan.

RR/2006/3296/P PETT THE POTTING SHED, PETT ROADAMENDMENT TO PLOTS 3 AND 4 OF DWELLINGS PREVIOUSLY APPROVED UNDER PLANNING PERMISSION RR/2005/2567/P FOR THE REMOVAL OF CONSERVATORIES TO SOUTH EAST ELEVATION OF PROPERTIES AND ERECTION OF TIMBER BALCONIESMr D Gould


DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING)1. CN7B (External materials) Add - (d) All external roadways and parking areas.

Reason: To ensure a standard of development appropriate to the area in accordance with Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan.

2. CN13A (Landscaping scheme) Amended “No works on the individual houses shall take place…..”. “…such scheme shall specifically include planting to the boundaries with ‘Oakleigh’ and ‘Springdale’”

Reason: To both provide a landscaped setting for the site itself and to enhance the development when viewed from adjoining properties in accordance with Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan.

3. CN13B (Implementation of landscaping scheme)Reason: To both provide a landscaped setting for the site itself and to enhance the development when viewed from adjoining properties in accordance with Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan.

4. CN8C (Foul and surface water details).

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Reason: To ensure a satisfactory development of the site in accordance with Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan.

5. Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town & Country Planning General Development Order 1988 (or any Order revoking and re-enacting this Order) no:a) windows except as shown on the approved plans shall be inserted into any of

the houses hereby permittedb) extension or alteration of any of the houses hereby permitted shall be carried

outc) garage, car port, vehicle hardstanding or other structure shall be erected

within the curtilage of any of the houses hereby permitted.Reason: The constraints of site are such that the houses though now positioned so as to minimise their impact on adjoining ownership should not be further extended or altered without careful consideration as to the effect of such changes on the amenities of adjoining residents having regard to Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan.

6. The land hatched mauve on the approved plan 2006271/01 Rev B shall be used only for residential purposes ancillary to plot 4. However notwithstanding the provisions of the Schedule to the Town and Country Planning General Development Order 1988 (or any Order revoking or re-enacting this Order) no building, structure, works, means of enclosure or any other development described by Classes E and F of Part 1 or Class A of Part 2, shall be constructed, erected or otherwise undertaken without a further planning permission.Reason: The area concerned was historically a separate parcel of land and unlike much of the remainder of the site extends well beyond the village Development Boundary. Any development or other physical works in this area should be carefully controlled in the interests of the amenity of the rural area having regard to Policies S1, EN2, EN3 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policies DS1 and GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan.

7. The buildings on Plots 3 and 4 shall not exceed in height the slab levels indicated on drawing 2006271/01 Rev B and prior to the final finishes of all gardens, parking areas, drives and other external surfaces the final levels of such areas shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Thereafter no dwelling shall be occupied until all works to the agreed levels have been completed and thereafter no variation to such agreed levels shall be made without a further planning permission.

Reason: The development is considered acceptable in relation to adjoining properties having regard to the reduction in ground levels proposed which should be undertaken prior to occupation of the houses in the interests of adjoining residents and in accordance with Policy GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan.

8. No development approved by this permission shall be commenced prior to a contaminated land assessment and associated remedial strategy, together with a timetable of works, being submitted to the local planning authority for approval.

a. The contaminated land assessment shall include a desk study to be submitted to the local planning authority for approval. The desk study shall include the history of the site’s uses and a walk-over survey. It shall, if necessary, propose a site investigation strategy based on the relevant information discovered by the desk study. The strategy shall be approved by the local planning authority prior to investigations commencing on site.

b. The site investigation, including relevant soil, soil gas, surface and ground water sampling, in accordance with a quality assured sampling and analysis methodology.

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c. A site investigation report detailing all investigative works and sampling on site, together with the results of analysis, risk assessment to any receptors and a proposed remediation strategy shall be submitted to the local planning authority. The local planning authority shall approve such remedial works as required prior to any remediation commencing on site. The works shall be of such a nature so as to render harmless the identified contamination given the proposed end-use of the site and surrounding environment (including any controlled waters).

d. Approved remediation works shall be carried out in full on site under a quality assurance scheme to demonstrate compliance with the proposed methodology and best practice guidance. If during any works contamination is encountered which has not previously been identified then the additional contamination should be fully assessed and an appropriation remediation scheme submitted to the local planning authority for approval.

e. Upon completion of the works, this condition shall not be discharged until a closure report has been submitted to and approved by the local planning authority. The closure report shall include details of the proposed remediation works and the quality assurance certificates to show that the works have been carried out in full in accordance with the approved methodology. Details of any post remediation sampling and analysis to show the site has reached the required clean-up criteria shall be included in the closure report together with the necessary documentation detailing what waste materials have been removed from the site.

Reason: To remove or treat any contaminated material that may be present on the site in accordance with Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policies DS1 and GD1 of the Rother District Local Plan.

REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The site benefits from an extant planning permission, RR/2005/2567/P. The amendments to the rear elevations of Plots 3 and 4 to provide a balcony for each property will not adversely affect the amenities of adjoining residents or affect the character or appearance of the locality. The scheme therefore complies with Policy S1 of the East Sussex and Brighton & Hove Structure Plan 1991-2011 and Policy GD1(ii) and (iv) of the Rother District Local Plan.

RR/2006/3338/P PETT 6 COASTGUARD COTTAGES, PETT LEVELDEMOLITION OF EXISTING CONSERVATORY AND ERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY EXTENSION TO FORM LOUNGE INCLUDING ADDITION OF ROOFLIGHTS. RAISING OF ROOF TO PROVIDE BEDROOM INCLUDING ADDITION OF DORMERS.Mr and Mrs Street


DECISION: GRANT (FULL PLANNING) 1. No development shall take place until there has been submitted to and approved in

writing by the Local Planning Authority samples of the roofing tiles and the development shall be carried out using the approved materials.Reason: To ensure that the development is in keeping with the character and appearance of the existing dwelling and surrounding area having regard to Policies GD1(iv) and HG8 of the Rother District Local Plan.

2. No development shall take place until details of the proposed colour to be used for the render and weatherboard cladding have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority.

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Reason: To ensure that the development is in keeping with the character and appearance of the existing dwelling and surrounding area having regard to Policies GD1(iv) and HG8 of the Rother District Local Plan, and the development shall thereafter be constructed only in accordance with the approved details.

3. CN8C (Drainage).Note: The applicant’s attention is drawn to the need to comply with the requirements of The Party Wall Act 1996.

REASONS FOR GRANTING PERMISSION: The proposed development is of an appropriate design and will not adversely affect the character of the area or the amenities of the adjoining properties, 5 Coastguard Cottages and Grace Dieu, and therefore complies with Policies GD1 (i), (ii), (iv) and HG8 of the Rother District Local Plan.

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