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Apologies To receive any apologies for absence Minutes: No apologies for absence were received at the meeting. |
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Declarations of Interest To disclose any
pecuniary, other registerable or non-registrable interest as set out in the
adopted Code of Conduct. In making their disclosure councillors are asked to
state the agenda item, the nature of the interest and any action they propose
to take as part of their declaration. If required, further advice should be sought from the Monitoring Officer in advance of the meeting. Minutes: Cllr John Worth
declared that he had predetermined WD/D/20/001703
- Land Adjacent to Buckland House, Buckland House Lane, Buckland Ripers, DT3 4FT. He
would not take part in consideration of this application, however, he wished to
speak as the Ward Member. Cllr Paul Kimber declared that he had predetermined
application WP/20/00944/FUL - 35
Easton Road, Portland, DT5 1BS as he has spoken
against the application on a previous occasion.
He would not take part in the debate or vote, however, he wished to
speak as the Ward Member on this application. Cllr Jean Dunseith declared that she had predetermined
application WD/D/20/001703 - Land
Adjacent to Buckland House, Buckland House Lane, Buckland Ripers,
DT3 4FT. She wished to speak on this application as
the Ward Member, but would not take part in the debate
or vote on this application. Cllr Louie O’Leary declared that he had predetermined
application WP/19/00993/OUT - Land at Beverley Road, Weymouth. He
would speak as the Ward Member, but not take part in the debate or vote on this
application. Cllr David Shortell declared that he would not take part in the debate or vote on application WD/D/20/001703 - Land Adjacent to Buckland House, Buckland House Lane, Buckland Ripers, DT3 4FT. |
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Public Participation PDF 49 KB To receive
questions or statements on the business of the committee from town and parish
councils and members of the public. Public speaking
has been suspended for virtual committee meetings during the Covid-19 crisis
and public participation will be dealt with through written submissions only. Members of the public who live, work or represent an
organisation within the Dorset Council area, may submit up to two questions or
a statement of up to a maximum of 450 words. All submissions must be sent
electronically to denise.hunt@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk by the deadline set out
below. When submitting a question please indicate who the question is for
and include your name, address and contact details. Questions and
statements received in line with the council’s rules for public participation
will be published as a supplement to the agenda. Questions will
be read out by an officer of the council and a response given by the
appropriate Portfolio Holder or officer at the meeting. All questions,
statements and responses will be published in full within the minutes of the
meeting. The deadline for submission of the full text of a question or
statement is 8.30am on Tuesday 30
November 2021. Additional documents: Minutes: Representations by the public to the Committee on individual planning applications are detailed below. There were no questions, petitions or deputations received on other items on this occasion. |
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Planning Applications To consider the applications listed below for planning permission Minutes: Members considered written reports submitted
on planning applications as set out below. |
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P/FUL/2021/03959 - Weymouth Connect, 5 Grosvenor Road, Weymouth, DT4 7QL PDF 122 KB Installation of roof mounted solar photovoltaic (PV) panels and associated infrastructure. Minutes: The Committee considered a Dorset Council application for
the installation of roof mounted solar photovoltaic (PV) panels and associated
infrastructure. The Lead Project Officer presented the application including
a location plan, block plan,
designated heritage assets, photographs, roof plan, existing and proposed
elevations. Proposed by
Cllr Nick Ireland, seconded by Cllr Paul Kimber. The committee was minded to approve
the application subject to conditions. The Service Manager for Development Management and
Enforcement, having considered the representations and the officer’s
presentation, and having taken into account the views
of the committee, made the following decision under delegated authority. Decision of the Service Manager: That the application be approved subject to the conditions outlined in the appendix to these minutes. |
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P/FUL/2021/02076 - Marsh Sports Complex, Knightsdale Road, Weymouth, DT4 0HS PDF 141 KB Construction of a temporary compound comprising of a kiosk unit to house data exchange for telecommunications (Jurassic Fibre) including concrete slab for placement, and 1.8 metre high steel palisade perimeter fencing. Minutes: The Committee considered an application for the construction
of a temporary compound comprising of a kiosk unit to house data exchange for
telecommunications including a concrete placement slab and 1.8m high steel
palisade perimeter fencing. The Senior Planning Officer presented the application
including the site location, photographs and kiosk
elevations. He advised of an amendment
to the recommendation and condition 3 that was contained in the update sheet
circulated to the Committee prior to the meeting. The main issues were highlighted including:- ·
Principle of development ·
Scale, design and impact on character and
appearance ·
Flood risk Further to a question it was confirmed that the
recommendation included a condition to control the shading
of the green kiosk and fencing. Proposed by Cllr Paul Kimber, seconded by Cllr Susan
Cocking. The committee was minded to delegate authority to the Head
of Planning to determine the application in line with the amended report
recommendation and condition contained in the update sheet. The Service Manager for Development Management and
Enforcement, having considered the representations and the officer’s
presentation, and having taken into account the views
of the committee, made the following decision under delegated authority. Decision of the Service Manager: That authority be
delegated to the Head of Planning to grant planning permission subject to the
agreement of the Highway Authority to the submitted construction method
statement and subject to the conditions (as amended) contained in the appendix
to these minutes. |
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Use of land as camping site from 15th May to 30th June only. Minutes: The Committee considered an application to extend the use of
the land as a camping site from 15 May to 30 June only. Cllrs David Shortell, John Worth and Jean Dunseith did
not take part in the debate or vote on this application. The Vice-Chairman was in the Chair for consideration of
this application. The Senior Planning Officer presented the application that
included the site location, relevant planning history, aerial photo and photos of the site. The main issues were highlighted including:- ·
Principle of development ·
Biodiversity ·
Highways ·
Landscape and visual impact ·
Amenity ·
Habitats Summary details of
an additional representation and an amendment to condition 3 was included in an
update sheet circulated to the committee prior to the meeting. The written representations were read out by the Technical
Support Officer in accordance with the amended public speaking protocol and are
attached to these minutes. Cllr Jean Dunseith addressed the Committee as the ward
member to object to the application due to the conflict with residents created
by extending the timeframe, the increased detrimental impact on amenity; and
use of an additional field used for tents that was closer to residential
properties. She considered that this was
against Local Plan Policy ENV16 and asked that the committee consider the
balance between tourism and respecting the rights of residents. Cllr John Worth addressed the Committee as the ward member
to object on behalf of Chickerell Town Council.
He described complaints about noise, cooking smells and excess traffic
which would increase if a further extension was granted, as well as the impact
on wildlife due to the extension being within the bird breeding season. He
stated that conditions attached to previous planning permissions had been
ignored. In response to matters raised during public participation,
the Senior Planning Officer confirmed that:- ·
whether or not the applicant was living on the
site did not form part of the planning balance. ·
comments made regarding land used for tents in
fields to the west of the site was outside of the scope of this application or
the existing planning consent. ·
That there was no extension to the area to be
used for camping as a result of this application. The Committee wished to explore some of the discrepancies
arising from the public participation written submissions and previous
permissions. However, members were
advised that the concerns raised related to potential breaches of planning
control and would be dealt with through the planning enforcement process as
necessary. Some members remained concerned and debated the need for the
time extension, impact on neighbouring amenity, alleged camping outside of the
designated area, campervans on the site and increased traffic. There was also a degree of reflection on the
applicant’s attitude towards permissions and the need for more
enforcement. The views of the ward
councillors were particularly noted. Proposed by Cllr Dave Bolwell, seconded by Cllr Bill Pipe. The committee was minded to delegate authority to the Head of Planning to grant the application in line with the report recommendations and subject ... view the full minutes text for item 72. |
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P/FUL/2021/02048 - Land adjacent 423 Chickerell Road, Chickerell, DT3 4DG PDF 176 KB Erect 1no. dwelling. Minutes: The Committee considered an application to erect one
dwelling. The Senior Planning Officer presented the application
including a site location plan, aerial photo, relevant planning history and
elevations. The main issues were highlighted including:- ·
Principle of development ·
Scale, design and impact on character and
appearance ·
Highways ·
Habitat sites A written representation was read out by the Technical
Support Officer. Cllr Jean Dunseith commented on the development impeding the
sense of openness of the existing properties, although she acknowledged that
the dimensions were an improvement on the previous plan. Proposed by Cllr Nick Ireland, seconded by Cllr Dave
Bolwell. The Committee was minded to approve
the application in line with the report recommendations. The Service Manager for Development Management and
Enforcement, having considered the representations and the officer’s
presentation, and having taken into account the views
of the committee, made the following decision under delegated authority. Decision of the Service Manager: That the application be approved subject to the conditions outlined in the appendix to these minutes. |
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P/OUT/2021/01128 - Land East of the Paddocks, Mosterton, DT8 3HQ PDF 210 KB Outline application for the erection of up to 9.no dwellings and access. Minutes: This item was deferred. |
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Duration of Meeting - Time Limit Minutes: A vote to continue the meeting was taken in accordance
with Part 2, Paragraph 8.1 of the Council's Constitution. Decision: That the meeting be extended to allow the business of the meeting to be continued from 2.00pm. |
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WP/19/00993/OUT - Land at Beverley Road, Weymouth PDF 182 KB Outline application for the erection of 17no. dwellings with associated access. Minutes: The Committee considered an outline application for the
erection of 17 dwellings with associated access. Cllr Louie O’Leary did not take part in the debate or
vote on this application. The Senior Planning officer presented the application that
included an aerial photo, red line plan, indicative site plan and photos of the
site. The key planning issues were outlined as follows:- ·
Principle of development – within the defined
development boundary ·
Residential amenity ·
Visual amenity ·
Flooding & drainage ·
Biodiversity ·
Affordable housing Details of an amendment to one of the conditions and an
additional representation were contained in the update sheet circulated to the
committee prior to the meeting The Technical Support Officer read out a written
representation which is attached to the minutes of this meeting. Cllr Louie O’Leary addressed the Committee as the ward
member, highlighting flood risk and the lack of facilities and infrastructure
to support the large developments taking place in Littlemoor. The Senior Planning Officer responded that the highways and
flood teams raised no objection to the application. She confirmed that the basin was currently
overgrown and would be cleared so that it could be used for attenuation of
surface water. Two members expressed concerns in relation to
overdevelopment, impact on nature, insufficient infrastructure / facilities and safety concerns in relation to the attenuation
ponds. The Area Manager – Western and Southern Team advised that
infrastructure provision was included within the larger developments in that
area and that fencing around the pond could be secured as part of a reserve
matters application. The Committee noted that Weymouth Town Council welcomed the
scheme and that the statutory consultees had no objections. Proposed by Cllr Nick Ireland, seconded by Cllr Susan
Cocking. The Committee was minded to approve
the application in line with the report recommendations and amended condition
contained in the update sheet. The Service Manager for Development Management and
Enforcement, having considered the representations and the officer’s
presentation, and having taken into account the views
of the committee, made the following decision under delegated authority. Decision of the Service Manager: (A): That authority be delegated to the Head of
Planning to grant, subject to the conditions outlined in the appendix to these
minutes, and the completion of a legal agreement under Section 106 of the Town
and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) in a form to be agreed by the Legal
Services Manager to secure the following: The provision of an
affordable housing financial contribution of £31,565.00 index linked, a financial contribution of
£4128.00 for woodland
compensation and a financial contribution of £15,120.00 for slow worm
translocation. (B):
That
authority be delegated to the Head of Planning to refuse permission for the
reasons set out below if the legal agreement is not completed within 6 months
of the date of the committee resolution or such extended time as agreed by the
Head of Planning. 1) In the absence of a satisfactory completed Section 106 agreement the scheme fails to ensure provision of the affordable housing financial ... view the full minutes text for item 76. |
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WP/20/00944/FUL - 35 Easton Road, Portland, DT5 1BS PDF 189 KB Change of use from bed and breakfast accommodation and conversion to 3 residential dwellings. Erection of detached garage and erection of 3 bedroomed bungalow. Minutes: The Committee considered an application for change of use
from bed and breakfast accommodation and conversion to 3 residential dwellings,
the erection of a detached garage and erection of a 3 bedroomed bungalow. Cllr Paul Kimber did not take part in the debate or vote
on this application. The Senior Planning Officer presented the application that
included a location plan, aerial photo, photos of the site, a conversion plan
to provide 3 dwellings, conversion elevations, site layout and planning
history. The main issues were highlighted including:- ·
Within the defined development boundary ·
Sustainable location ·
Will add to the 5 yr
housing land supply ·
No harm to the conservation area ·
No harm to highways ·
No significant harm to neighbours or potential
occupiers ·
Adequate amenity space ·
Loss of guesthouse, but this was of small scale
economic benefit Amendments to
the recommendation and conditions were contained in an update sheet circulated
to the Committee prior to the meeting. The Technical Support Officer read out the written
representations that are attached to these minutes. Cllr Paul Kimber addressed the committee as the ward member
in objection to the application, asking about the retention of certain windows
and highlighting concerns in relation to access by the fire service. The Senior Planning Officer confirmed that the mullion
windows would be retained and that it was the role of Building Control to deal
with fire service access issues and provide mitigation measures. Members raised concerns regarding access by the fire service
and the provision of a rear turning area to mitigate cars coming in opposite
directions at the same time and one having to back out onto the pavement which
was noted by officers. Proposed by Cllr Susan Cocking, seconded by Cllr Nick
Ireland. The committee was minded to delegate authority to the Head
of Planning to determine the application in line with the amended report
recommendation and conditions contained in the update sheet. The Service Manager for Development Management and
Enforcement, having considered the representations and the officer’s
presentation, and having taken into account the views
of the committee, made the following decision under delegated authority. Decision of the Service Manager:-That authority be delegated to the Head of
Planning to grant subject to the receipt of a no objection response from
Natural England to the Appropriate Assessment undertaken by the competent
Authority (Dorset Council) submitted to Natural England for comment on the 1st
December 2021 and subject to the conditions (as amended) outlined in the
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Urgent items To consider any items of business which the Chairman has had prior notification and considers to be urgent pursuant to section 100B (4) b) of the Local Government Act 1972 The reason for the urgency shall be recorded in the minutes. Minutes: There were no urgent items. |
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Exempt Business To move the exclusion of the press and the public for the following item
in view of the likely disclosure of exempt information within the meaning of
paragraph 3 of schedule 12 A to the Local Government Act 1972 (as amended). The public and the press will be asked to leave the meeting whilst the
item of business is considered. Minutes: There was no exempt business.
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