Plans Minutes 23.10.2007
Minutes of a Meeting of the PLANS COMMITTEE of Tavistock Town Council
held in the Council Chamber, Drake Road, Tavistock on TUESDAY the 23rd OCTOBER, 2007 at 6.00pm
Present: Cllr. D. Best Chairman, Cllr. I. Jennings, Cllr. Mrs. A. Johnson
(ex off), Cllr. Mrs J. Ramsey,Cllr. D. Whitcomb
In Attendance: Mayor's Secretary
307. APOLOGIES
Apologies for absence were received from Cllr. M. Harper, Cllr. Mrs. J Metcalf and Cllr. R. Pike (ex off). Cllr D Best was not present at the start of the meeting, therefore the Mayor, Cllr Mrs Anne Johnson, took the chair.
308. MINUTES
The Minutes of the Meetings of the Committee held on the 11th September 2007 and 25th September 2007 as agreed at the Council Meeting of 8th October 2007 were signed as a true record. The Minutes of the Meeting of the Committee held on 8th October 2007 are to be signed after circulation.
309. MATTERS ARISING
There were no matters arising.310. DARTMOOR NATIONAL PARK
None 311. ON-STREET PARKING ISSUES -WITH REFERENCE TO SITES OF NEW BUILD
There was nothing further to report at this time, however it was acknowledged that this is a topic which requires ongoing consideration.
312. GENERAL CORRESPONDENCE
a) Re: P/A 10916/2007/TAV - Copy letter of objection from Mrs H D Hicks - noted. A letter of acknowledgement and thanks with the Town Council's comments to be written in reply.
b) Re: The Old Corn Market - Advertisement Consent: E-mail from Jonathan Dymond re amendments to satisfy the Town Council's expressed concerns and reply from David Best (under delegated powers) to indicate he is now happy for them to proceed - noted.
c) Re: P/A 10945/2007/TAV & P/A 10946/2007/TAV - Copy letter of objection to erection of twelve plus two dwellings at The Little Field, 26 Green Lane from Ossie Palmer - noted. A letter of acknowledgement and thanks with the Town Council's comments to be written in reply.
d) Re: P/A 10794/2007/TAV - Land to rear of 7 Church Road, Whitchurch
Notice of Site Meeting: Thursday 25th October at 10.00 a.m. - noted. No-one present at the meeting is able to attend.
e) WDBC Re: Application Consultations - it was noted that comments should indicate a definite "support" or "object" response rather than the neutral "no objections" unless a neutral response is intended.
313. URGENT BUSINESS BROUGHT FORWARD AT THE DISCRETION OF THE CHAIRMAN
The Chairman reminded members of the 'Introduction to Planning' training on 15th November, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Cardinal Newman House, Exeter. It was noted that Cllr Ian Jennings had been booked as "I Jenkins", so this needs to be corrected. The Chairman asked if anyone present would like to take the third place booked on the course.
314. PLANNING APPLICATIONS
a. Decisions by the West Devon Borough Council. Attached at Appendix A. Noted
b. New Applications. Attached at Appendix B.Cllr David Best joined the meeting at 7.00 p.m. and took the chair for the consideration of P/A's 9969/2007/TAV and 10977/2007/TAV and the conclusion of the meeting.
The next meeting of the Plans Committee will be held on Tuesday 6th November 2007 at 6.00 p.m.
Rising at 7.15 p.m.
Appendix A
Mrs P V Smith, 3 Elm Close, Tavistock
P/A No. 9575/2006/Tav - Tree Application for coppicing of Hazel tree at 29 Alder Close, Tavistock
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - NO OBJECTION With input from Landscape Officer
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of Tree Application - 6th February 2007
Mr & Mrs J Cook, 3 Marshall Close, Whitchurch, Tavistock
P/A No.10454/2007/Tav - Tree Application for 3 Yews at premises.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - NO OBJECTION With input from Landscape Officer
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of Tree Application - 4th October 2007
Mrs S Irish, 35 Willow Road ,Bishopsmead Tavistock
P/A No. 10539/2007/Tav Tree Application for 2 Cherry trees at premises.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - NO OBJECTION - With input from Landscape Officer
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of Tree Application -4th October 2007
Mr G Spencer The Old Cornmarket West Street Tavistock
P/A No. 10730/2007/Tav External alterations including erection of two air conditioning units.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS -
A) REQUEST INPUT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH BEFORE DECISION IS MADE ON AIR CONDITIONING UNITS.
B) CONCERN THAT APPLIED VINYL GRAPHIC PANELS TO 3 WINDOWS IS OUT OF KEEPING WITH LISTED BUILDING IN CONSERVATION AREA.
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of Conditional Planning Permission 2nd October 2007
Mr A Bickley 15 Heather Close St Davids Tavistock
P/A No. 10747/2007/Tav - Tree application for work to two Sycamore trees at premises
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - NO OBJECTION With input from Landscape Officer
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of Tree Application 4th October 2007
Mr P Palmer 56 Oak Road Tavistock
P/A No. 10759/2007/Tav - Erection of extension.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - NO OBJECTION
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of Conditional Planning Permission 8th October 2007
Mrs S Robertson 8 Pepper Street Tavistock
P/A No. 10765/2007/Tav - Removal of Condition of P/A 8803/2006/TAV restricting opening hours of business.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - NO OBJECTION
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of conditional planning Permission 8th October 2007
Mrs S Robertson 4 Pepper Street Tavistock
PA No. 10766/2007/Tav - Change of Use from A1 (shop) to A3 (café).
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - NO OBJECTION
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of conditional planning Permission 8th October 2007
Mr & Mrs J Whitford 2 Deer Leap Tavistock
P/A No.10779/2007/Tav - Erection of first floor extension.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - NO OBJECTION
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of Conditional Planning Permission 9th October 2007
Mr & Mrs Glynn The Sheiling Chollacott Lane Tavistock
P/A No. 10801/2007/Tav - Erection of two-storey extension.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - NO OBJECTION
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of Conditional Planning Permission 9th October 2007
Sunnybanks Homes 53 Whitchurch Road Tavistock
P/A No.10804/2007/Tav - Alterations and extensions to existing bungalow.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - NO OBJECTION
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of Conditional Planning Permission 9th October 2007
Mr & Mrs JJM Clark 19 Abbotsfield Crescent Tavistock
P/A No. 10832/2007/Tav - Erection of rear extension.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - NO OBJECTION
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of Conditional Planning Permission 8th October 2007
Grange Park Securities 43-44 Brook Street Tavistock
P/A No. 10655/2007/Tav - Amended description - Erection of rear extensions and subdivision of building to provide 2 retail units.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - NO OBJECTION
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of Conditional Planning Permission 16 October 2007
Dr N Outram 17 Fitzford Cottages Tavistock
P/A No 10662/2007/Tav - Alterations and extension.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - OBJECTION - NOT IN KEEPING WITH THE AREA AND OVER DEVELOPMENT OF SITE.
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Refusal of Planning Permission 16th October 2007
Dr N Outram 17 Fitzford Cottages Tavistock
P/A No 10663/2007/Tav - Alterations and extension.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - OBJECTION - NOT IN KEEPING WITH THE AREA AND OVER DEVELOPMENT OF SITE.
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Refusal of Listed Building Consent 16 October 2007
George Wimpey Parcel A, The Manor Site Old Launceston Road Tavistock
P/A No 10692/2007/Tav - Erection of 42 dwellings and associated parking and landscaping.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - TREES TO BE RETAINED AND NUMBER AND SITING OF DWELLINGS TO BE ADJUSTED TO ACCOMODATE THIS.
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Notice of Refusal of Detailed Plans 16 October 2007
Mr G Spencer The Old Cornmarket West Street Tavistock
P/A No 10731/2007/Tav - Alterations to building including new signage, erection of air conditioning units and internal alterations.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS
A) REQUEST IMPUT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH BEFORE DECISION IS MADE ON AIR CONDITIONING UNITS.
B) CONCERN THAT APPLIED VINYL GRAPHIC PANELS TO 3 WINDOWS IS OUT OF KEEPING WITH LISTED BUILDING IN CONSERVATION AREA.
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of Listed Building Consent 16th October 2007
Mr G Spencer The Old Cornmarket West Street Tavistock
P/A No 10739/2007/Tav - New non-illuminated fascia signage and hanging lamp.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - INPUT OF CONSERVATION OFFICER FOR SOBER EXTERNAL FINISH
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of Consent to Display Advertisements 16th October 2007
R Moore,Maple Lodge, Down Road, Tavistock
P/A No 10785/2007/Tav - Raising garden levels.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - REFER TO LANDSCAPE OFFICER AND BOROUGH ENGINEER
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of Conditional Planning Permission 12 Oct 2007
Peters & Peace Ltd, 7A Bannawell Street, Tavistock
P/A No 10786/2007/Tav - Erection of new extension. TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - NO OBJECTION
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Refusal of Planning Permission 12 Oct 2007
Mr & Mrs Rogers, Station House, Quant Park, Tavistock
P/A No.10811/2007/Tav - Revised scheme for conversion of building to 3 dwellings, including raising of roof and other alterations.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - NO OBJECTION - The creation of these units for local housing is welcomed.
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of Conditional Planning Permission 10 Oct 2007
Mr & Mrs Hough, 34 Church Lea, Whitchurch, Tavistock
P/A No 10812/2007/Tav - Extensions and alterations to dwelling.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - OBJECTION - Over development of site.
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of Conditional Planning Permission 17 Oct 07
Barclays Bank PLC, 6-7 Bedford Square, Tavistock
P/A No 10814/2007/Tav - Installation fascia signage and projecting sign
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - NO OBJECTION
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of Listed Building Consent 18 Oct 2007
Barclays Bank PLC, 6-7 Bedford Square, Tavistock
P/A No 10815/2007/Tav - Installation fascia signage and projecting sign. TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - NO OBJECTION
W.D.B.C. DECISION -Grant of Consent to Display Advertisements 18 Oct 07
P Phillips & S Hartley, 18 Market Street, Tavistock
P/A No 10840/2007/Tav - Shop fascia and hanging sign.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - NO OBJECTION
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of Consent to Display Advertisements 16 Oct 07
J C Properties, Station House, Quant Park, Tavistock
P/A No 10844/2007/Tav - Alterations to listed building in connection with conversion to 3 dwellings.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - NO OBJECTION - - With input from the Conservation Officer. The creation of these units for local housing is welcomed W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of Listed Building Consent 11 Oct 2007
Mr & Mrs A T Slatter, 77 Parkwood Road, Tavistock
P/A No 10864/2007/Tav - Erection of single storey extension.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - NO OBJECTION
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of Conditional Planning Permission 16 Oct 2007
Mr D Besgrove,104 Deacons Green, Tavistock
P/A No 10882/2007/Tav - Erection of conservatory and amendment to side extension.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - NO OBJECTION
W.D.B.C. DECISION - Grant of Conditional Planning Permission 16 Oct 2007
Appendix B
Mr N Eadie, 63 Westbridge Cottages, Plymouth Road, Tavistock
P/A No. 10955/2007/Tav Dated 8th October 2007 for Listed Building Amended Plans - Alterations in connection with erection and addition of outbuilding.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - SUPPORT - Subject to input from Conservation Officer's Department.
Mr M Fowler, 10 Westmoor Park, Tavistock
P/A No. 10972/2007/Tav Dated 9th October 2007 - Full Application
Erection of Extension and Detached Double Garage.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - SUPPORT
Mr & Mrs S Wakeham, 46 Monksmead, Tavistock
P/A No. 10973/2007/Tav Dated 8th October 2007 - Full Application
Erection of a Conservatory
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - SUPPORT
Bishop Acklam Developments Ltd, Tavistock Hockey Club, Grenville Drive, Tavistock
P/A No.10977/2007/Tav Dated 8th October 2007 - Full Application
Erection of 33 Units
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - SUPPORT - Subject to Comments from DCC Highways Department on Traffic Issues.
Cllr Mrs Anne Johnson declared an interest and left the meeting for this item.
Mr J McGahey, 23 Deer Park Lane, Tavistock
P/A No.10979/2007/Tav Dated 8th October 2007 - Full Application
Erection of a Conservatory
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - SUPPORT
Tavistock Community College, Crowndale Road, Tavistock
P/A No.10980/2007/Tav Dated 8th October 2007 - Devon County Application
Construction of Artificial Sports Pitch with floodlighting, fencing and access path.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - SUPPORT
The Robey Trust,The New Preserverance Ironworks,Parade Bus Pk,Tavistock
P/A No.10959/2007/Tav Dated 28th September 2007- Full Application
Siting of 3 Containers for storage
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - SUPPORT
Leadbitter Construction, 5-7 Barley Market Street Tavistock
P/A No.10984/2007/Tav Dated 11th October 2007 - Full Application
Erection of 12 Flats
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS OBJECT - On grounds of Inadequate parking, Density of Development, Development out of keeping with the surrounding area.
Mrs Siggs & Mrs Camara, 2 Dolvin Road, Tavistock
P/A No.10988/2007/Tav Dated 28th August 2007 - Listed Building
Installation of double glazed windows and French door.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - SUPPORT - Subject to input from Conservation Officer's Department.
Mr & Mrs Helcoop, Helcoop Haven, Old Launceston Road, Tavistock
P/A No.10993/2007/Tav Dated 15th October 2007 - Full Application
Two storey rear extension
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - REQUEST SITE VISIT to assess impact on neighbours.
Mr J R Hunter, 2 Arimoor Gardens, Tavistock
P/A No.10994/2007/Tav Dated 9th October 2007 - Full Application
External alteration to allow use of garage as playroom
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - SUPPORT
W Tynan, 17 Shelley Avenue, Tavistock
P/A No.11009/2007/Tav Dated 4th October 2007 - Full Application
Two storey rear extension
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - SUPPORT
Focus (DIY) Ltd, Plymouth Road Industrial Estate, Tavistock
P/A No.11010/2007/Tav Dated 11th October 2007 - Advertisement Consent
Erection of 3 fascia signs, 1 totem sign and 1 direction sign.
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - SUPPORT
Mrs R Donnison, 1 Deacons Green, Tavistock
P/A No.11021/2007/Tav Dated 12th October 2007 - Tree Application
TPO Works to an Alder and a Holly
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - SUPPORT - Subject to input from Landscape Officer.
Alliance & Leicester Ltd, Somerfield, 20 Brook Street, Tavistock
P/A No.11024/2007/Tav Dated 11th October 2007 - Full Application
Installation of an Automated Teller Machine
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - SUPPORT
M Bassett, The Poplars, Westbridge Industrial Estate, Tavistock
P/A No.11026/2007/Tav Dated 25th September 2007 - Full Application
Erection of 2 Dwellings
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - DEFER TO NEXT PLANS MEETING -
6 Nov 2007. The copy of the Planning Application supplied was not legible.
Mr A E Jones, Riversea Ltd, Land to rear of 11 Ford Street, Tavistock
P/A No.11032/2007/Tav Dated 12th October 2007 - Full Application
Erection of 4 Terraced Houses and 2 Flats with Car Parking
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - REQUEST SITE VISIT - Concerns re Utilities, Drainage and Access.
M Greening, Gajon House, Down Park Drive, Tavistock
P/A No.9969/2007/Tav Dated 2nd October 2007 Full - Amended Plans
Erection of Dwelling - Plot 5
TOWN COUNCIL'S COMMENTS - SUPPORT
Cllr Ian Jennings declared an interest and left the meeting for this item.