AGENDA
You are summoned to attend a Meeting of the Planning Committee to be held on15 June 2020 at 7.30pm Via Zoom – Meeting Link:-
https://zoom.us/j/99547216103?pwd=aG5YSU90d0ZaeEhHOG9Haz
Meeting ID:- 995 4721 6103 Password:- 334095
Julie Simmonds
Clerk
9 June 2020
001/PL/20 Items by Members of Public Present.
The meeting is open to the public and press and the first 15 minutes will be reserved, if required, for public comment.
002/PL/20 Apologies for Absence
003/PL/20 Declarations of Interest
Members to declare any personal interest in any item of business as defined in the Code of Conduct 2007. If that interest is a prejudicial interest as defined in the Code, the member should withdraw from the meeting for that item.
004/PL/20 Minutes
Approval of the Minutes of the Planning Meeting held on 16 March 2020 (previously circulated)
005/PL/20 Planning Applications
(i) To approve delegated decisions submitted for Planning Applications for which the response date was prior to this Committee Meeting. See Appendix 1.
(ii)To consider and formulate a response to new Planning Applications received. See Appendix 2. Plus amended plans for information only.
006/PL/20 Planning Decisions, Enforcements and Appeals.
District Decisions made since the last Planning Committee Meeting. See Appendix 3.
007/PL/20 Outstanding Enforcements See Appendix 4.
008/PL/20 Correspondence.
- To note letter not yet sent to highways regarding Red Lion Cottages as agree at the last meeting on 16 March 2020 to discuss and decide any further action in this matter.
- Buckinghamshire Council – Important Notice with regards to public speaking from April 2020 – circulated.
- Buckinghamshire Council – Parish & Town Council’s involvement in Planning Applications circulated.
009/PL/20 Exclusion of the Press & Public
Public Bodies (Admission to Meetings) Act 1960 To resolve to exclude the press and public from the following business because publicity would prejudice the public interest by reason of the confidential nature of the business. Part two items:- To discuss any possible unlawful buildings or business’s which have not been granted enforcement notices and therefore are not public.
Next meeting date: 20 July 2020
APPENDIX 1
DELEGATED DECISIONS DURING COVID-19 (email agreements)
PL/20/0857/FA Heather Ridge, Lakeside Drive, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4LX
Erection of an indoor swimming pool to the rear of the property.
Parish Comments:- No Comment
PL/20/0873/FA 27 Broom Hill, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4PU
Conversion of garage into habitable room and external alterations to create three parking spaces.
Parish Comments:- Object: Planning history:
Originally 1 house
Application for 4 terraced, Refused
Application for 3 terraced, Refused
Application for 2 houses, Granted SBDC acknowledged that houses were elevated so appeared higher in the street scene
Over development H9 EP3
PL/20/0656/FA 27 Bunby Road, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4BS
Single storey side infill extension.
Parish Comments:- Object. The proposed development, by virtue of a combination of its size, scale, massing, style and proximity to the sites flank boundaries, would appear over dominant, obtrusive and out of keeping, as well as appearing as a cramped overdevelopment of the site. As such, it would have an adverse impact on the street scene and the character and visual amenities of the area. Therefore the proposal is contrary to policies H9 and EP3 of the South Bucks District Local Plan (adopted March 1999), and policy CP8 of the South Bucks Core Strategy (adopted February 2011), and the NPPF. Furthermore, the proposed development would not reflect the form or height of existing buildings on this designated Formal Suburban Road, to the detriment of its appearance and character and contrary to the content of the South Bucks Townscape Character Study.
PL/20/0959/HB Stoke House, Grays Park Road, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4HX
Internal and external alterations to Stoke House.
Parish Comments:- No Comment.
PL/20/0934/FA Magnolia Cottage, Wexham Street, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL3 6NB
Two storey side extension
Parish Comments:- Object. We would like to draw your attention to the fact that previous applications on this property were under the name of Pinewood Nurseries so not Magnolia Cottage, and is therefore misleading. The garage has already been turned into habitable accommodation and then later permission was granted to build a detached garage!!
This proposal, together with previous extensions that have been carried out to the dwelling house would, by virtue of the resultant size and scale of the building when considered in relation to the original building and its potentially intrusive impact upon its setting in the landscape, contribute to the erosion of the Greenbelt which, individually and when considered in the context of accumulation of other similar proposals, would detrimentally affect the aims objectives of the Greenbelt. As such, the proposal is contrary to Policies GB1 and GB10 of the SBDC Local Plan (adopted March 1999)
This proposal, if permitted would be likely to act as a precursor of further applications for similar types of development within this part of the Greenbelt, which the Planning Authority would find increasingly difficult to resist and which, which, cumulatively, would seriously prejudice the openness of the Greenbelt and the aims and objectives of Greenbelt policy.
The application site is located within the Metropolitan Green Belt. The proposed extension by virtue of its increase in floor space and size in combination with previous additions would constitute a disproportionate addition to the original dwelling. As such, it constitutes inappropriate development, which is by definition harmful to the Metropolitan Green Belt. As well as being unacceptable in principle, the proposed extension, by virtue of its height and size results in a physical intrusion into the Green Belt which detracts from the openness of the Green Belt and its setting. No very special circumstances have been advanced sufficient to warrant an exception to the normal operation of Green Belt policy. As such the proposed development is contrary to policies GB1 and GB10 of the South Bucks District Local Plan (adopted in March 1999) and section 9 (Protecting Green Belt Land) of the NPPF.
PL/20/0985/FA Anvil House, Park Road, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4PG
Two storey front and side extension, single storey side extension, additional windows to side elevation and changes to fenestration/doors.
Parish Comments:- No comments, but subject to the Green Belt 50% rules.
PL/20/0785/FA Calladown, Fir Tree Avenue, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4NN
Part two storey/part single storey read and side extensions, rear balcony and new front porch extension with alterations to fenestration.
Parish Comments:- Object, inappropriate/inadequate design, plain unadorned elevation which is over dominant and fails to harmonise with the existing dwelling. Green Belt so would question the 50% Green Belt Rules.
PL/20/0886/FA Yew Tree Cottage, Wexham Street, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL3 6NB
Alteration to existing residential studio to allow for a self-contained dwelling.
Parish Comments:- Object. Policies H9 a) & b), H12 generally, GB2 b) & C) and EP3 a), b) & d) all apply as well as Appendix 8.
This proposal, if permitted would be likely to act as a precursor of further applications for similar types of development within this part of the Greenbelt, which the Planning Authority would find increasingly difficult to resist and which, which, cumulatively, would seriously prejudice the openness of the Greenbelt and the aims and objectives of Greenbelt policy.
PL/19/4051/FA Ashcroft, Duffield Lane, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4AA
Erection of two bay detached garage with first floor gymnasium to replace existing garage.
Parish Comments:- Object our previous comments apply which were:-
OBJECT: Policies EP3, EP5, EP6, C1, H9 & H12 all apply.
Over development/ Over dominant/ Out of character with the surrounding area
Loss of character to the conservation area
Loss of light and sunlight/ Loss of privacy to neighbouring property on Rogers Lane
Will lead to easier access to property on Rogers Lane, thus threat of crime.
Can be used as a separate dwelling as not attached or accessed to main houses.
Ashcroft has double yellow lines outside as do some of the terraced properties on Rogers Lane. meaning that these properties park on Duffield Lane on a dangerous bend. We believe that these proposals will lead to further parking on the road.
Also the proposed development, by virtue of a combination of its size, scale, massing, style and proximity to the sites flank boundaries, would appear over dominant, obtrusive and out of keeping, as well as appearing as a cramped overdevelopment of the site. As such, it would have an adverse impact on the street scene and the character and visual amenities of the area. Therefore the proposal is contrary to policies H9 and EP3 of the South Bucks District Local Plan (adopted March 1999), and policy CP8 of the South Bucks Core Strategy (adopted February 2011), and the NPPF. Furthermore, the proposed development would not reflect the form or height of existing buildings on this designated Formal Suburban Road, to the detriment of its appearance and character and contrary to the content of the South Bucks Townscape Character Study.
Also policies Appendix 8 and H12 apply.
There has also been removal of trees which we believe to be a breech.
PL/20/1081/FA Windward, Grays Park Road, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4JG
Two storey side link extension (revision of PL/19/4336/FA)
Parish Comments:- The proposed extensions would result in the creation of a large, bulky and unattractive structure of excessive depth, with flank walls unrelieved by any setbacks. The extended dwelling would be lacking in pleasing proportions and would fail to respect the traditional character of the existing dwelling. The excessive depth of the extended building and the unbroken flank elevations would be apparent in angled views from the road, and would result in an unduly bulky appearance that would be at odds with the traditional proportions of the existing dwelling and would be out of keeping with the general character of this residential area. In terms of design and scale, the proposed extensions and alterations cannot be considered to accord with the principles set out in policies EP3 and H11 of the South Bucks District Local Plan, and the standard of design would not comply with advice in Appendix 8 of the Plan. The development would therefore not be in accordance with guidance set out in the NPPF (2019).
PL/19/4052/FA – South Croft, Duffield Lane, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4AA
Parish Comments:- Object, our previous comments apply which were:- Parish Comments: – OBJECT: Policies EP3, EP5, EP6, C1, H9 & H12 all apply.
Over development/ Over dominant/ Out of character with the surrounding area
Loss of character to the conservation area
Loss of light and sunlight/ Loss of privacy to neighbouring property on Rogers Lane
Will lead to easier access to property on Rogers Lane, thus threat of crime.
Can be used as a separate dwelling as not attached or accessed to main houses.
Ashcroft has double yellow lines outside as do some of the terraced properties on Rogers Lane. meaning that these properties park on Duffield Lane on a dangerous bend. We believe that these proposals will lead to further parking on the road.
As well as although reduced in scale we still believe this is an effort to create two self-contained annexe facilities. Therefore we object Policies H12 generally and the Local Plan Appendix 8 paragraph 8.
PL/20/0802/HB – The Clock House, Park Road, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4PE
Parish Comments:- No objections other than we think that the removal and filling of the doorway on the west elevation looks incongruous given that the porch structure remains. We would like to see a window retained at this point.
PL/20/0995/FA – Jasmine Lodge, Keens Acre, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4QA
Parish Comments:- No comment
PL/20/0710/FA – 29 Vine Road, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4DW
Parish Comments:- No comment.
PL/20/1019/AV – Stoke Park, Park Road, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2
Parish Comments:- If the Local Authority are minded to approve we are concerned that adding floodlights into a woodland road setting may not be fitting therefore request that that be turned off at a reasonable time.
PL/20/1160/FA – The Hermitage, West End Lane, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4ND
Parish Comments: No Comment
PL/20/1257/FA – 89 Vine Road, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4DQ
Parish Comments:- No comment.
PL/20/1261/FA – The Chimes, Chapel Lane, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4QJ
Parish Comments:- Object – Drawings are very hard to read, we believe better drawings should have been submitted for validation. Chapel Lane is a small quiet country lane with a mixed design of smaller houses that are in keeping with a village lane. If this development was permitted it would likely act as a pre curser for future developments which would change the character of this lane. The dormer window is likely to overlook the properties to the northeast. We have have concerns about the 2.0m high garden wall and its effect on the amenity of neighbouring properties. Policy EP3 Applies.
This proposal, if permitted would be likely to act as a precursor of further applications for similar types of development within this part of the Greenbelt, which the Planning Authority would find increasingly difficult to resist and which, which, cumulatively, would seriously prejudice the openness of the Greenbelt and the aims and objectives of Greenbelt policy.
The proposed development, by virtue of a combination of its size, scale, massing, style and proximity to the sites flank boundaries, would appear over dominant, obtrusive and out of keeping, as well as appearing as a cramped overdevelopment of the site. As such, it would have an adverse impact on the street scene and the character and visual amenities of the area. Therefore the proposal is contrary to policies H9 and EP3 of the South Bucks District Local Plan (adopted March 1999), and policy CP8 of the South Bucks Core Strategy (adopted February 2011), and the NPPF. Furthermore, the proposed development would not reflect the form or height of existing buildings on this designated Formal Suburban Road, to the detriment of its appearance and character and contrary to the content of the South Bucks Townscape Character Study.
DELEGATED COMMENTS ON APPEALS
PL/19/1634/FA & PL/19/3599/FA Macs Farm, Farthing Green Lane, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4JQ
Change of use of the existing ancillary outbuilding to an independent dwelling (Use Class C3).
Parish Comments: – Our previous comments still apply which were: – Subject to waiving of previous approval: PL/18 4398 FA also subject to confirmation that the conversions have not been undertaken.
Also the proposal constitutes inappropriate development within the Green Belt, which by definition is harmful. No very special circumstances have been advanced sufficient to warrant an exception to the normal operation of Green Belt policy. As such the proposal is contrary to policies GB1 and GB2 of the South Bucks District Local Plan (adopted March 1999) and section 13 (Protecting Green Belt Land) of the NPPF.
Refusal of Permission
Appeal Lodged 27/4/2020 – APP/N0410/W/20/3245197
Parish Comments to Appeal Process and Planning Inspectorate:-
Amendment written reps to original comments by 1st June 2020. As this is an appeal we believe our previous comments as above are still valid.
This proposal constitutes inappropriate development within the Green Belt, which by definition is harmful. No very special circumstances have been demonstrated sufficient to warrant an exception to the normal operation of Green Belt policy. As such the proposal is contrary to policies GB1 and GB2 of the South Bucks District Local Plan (adopted March 1999) and section 13 (Protecting Green Belt Land) of the NPPF. 2
PL/18/3787/OA Land on the North Side of Templewood lane, Stoke Poges, Bucks
Outline application for siting of 8 gypsy and traveller pitches (all matters reserved)
Parish Council comments: Object GB1, TR5c, NPPF 143-146. There is no caravan currently on the site. This development will lead to a multi occupancy and is not a minor intensification. The applicant has not demonstrated any special circumstances. There is no public transport along Templewood Lane.
Under the Townscape Policy para 3.3this lane is classed as a Woodland lane, it is a semi natural landscape that should be protected against intensification and other forms of development. There is no mature tree line along the curtilage so no obscurity can be offered. Traffic lights were installed to ease the volume and speed of the traffic approaching the B416 as this lane is used as a cut through to avoid Slough.
Refusal of Permission
Appeal Lodged 27/4/2020 – APP/N0410/W/20/3244183
Parish Comments to Appeal Process and Planning Inspectorate:-
Written Reps – By 1 June 2020; Our previous comments still apply which were as follows:-
Object GB1, TR5c, NPPF 143-146. There is no caravan currently on the site. This development will lead to a multi occupancy and is not a minor intensification. The applicant has not demonstrated any special circumstances. There is no public transport along Templewood Lane. Under the Townscape Policy para 3.3this lane is classed as a Woodland lane, it is a semi natural landscape that should be protected against intensification and other forms of development. There is no mature tree line along the curtilage so no obscurity can be offered. Traffic lights were installed to ease the volume and speed of the traffic approaching the B416 as this lane is used as a cut through to avoid Slough.
APPENDIX 2
NEW PLANNING APPLICATIONS RECEIVED
PL/20/1114/FA West End Cottage, West End Lane, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4NE
Replacement of detached dwelling incorporating attic space with domers, detached garage and construction of vehicular access. Including the retention of existing garden room
PL/20/1169/FA Grays Mead, park Road, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4PA
Installation of 2m high Electric Gates at the front of the property.
PL/20/1353/FA Stoke End Cottage, Stoke Green, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4HN
Single storey rear extension.
PL/20/1354/HB Stoke End Cottage, Stoke Green, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4HN
Listed Building Consent for Single storey rear extension.
PL/20/1529/FA The Cedars, Hollybush Hill, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4QN
Single storey side extensions.
PL/20/1525/TP Sefton Park, Bells Hill, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2
T304 silver birch – fell; T223 beech tree crown lift to 3m above ground level, reduce crown spread to northern aspect to reduce away from fairway, reduce by maximum 3m back to appropriate pruning points and remove major deadwood in lower crow. Trees protected by TPO 1, 1947.
PL/20/1430/FA 7 Journeys End, Stoke Poges, Bucks, SL2 4NT
Single storey side extension.
AMENDED PLANS FOR INFORMATION
APPENDIX 3
PLANNING DECISIONS
TREE PRESERVATION ORDERS
APPEALS