Decision details

The Planning officer amended the report in the first paragraph under the heading Conclusion.  The last sentence was amended by adding the words ‘be unacceptable’ after the word ‘therefore’ and by adding the words ‘as it is contrary to’ before the words ‘Core Strategy’.

Representations from the Parish Council and a supporter were summarised for the Committee.

The following spoke under the Public Participation at meetings scheme:

·         Cllr J Evans, Chair of Litton Parish Council, Objector

·         Cllr S Barber, Chair of Tideswell Parish Council, Supporter

·         Mr R Hopkins, Applicant.

In response to comments by speakers the Planning officer stated that there was no current application for affordable housing on Hall Lane in Litton.  It was noted that there was ongoing work to identify suitable affordable housing sites in Tideswell, including discussions with landowners, and it was hoped this would be completed by mid-February.

A motion for refusal as set out in the report was moved and seconded but lost on the vote.  The majority of Members were in favour of approval as it would meet an identified need.  A motion for approval subject to conditions and a S.106 agreement was moved and seconded.  This was voted on and carried.

RESOLVED:

That the application be APPROVED subject to a S.106 agreement and the following conditions:

1.      Start the development within 2 years

2.    Carry out in accordance with approved plans

3.    Remove permitted development rights for external alterations, extensions garden buildings, gates, fences and walls.

4.    Submit and agree landscaping scheme including lighting scheme.

5.    Submit sample roof and walling materials and agree sample panel.

6.    Minor design details e.g Rainwater goods, pointing, eaves and verge details, meter boxes, recessed window and door frames.

7.    Timber windows and doors with painted finish

8.    Highway requirements covering visibility splays, delivery and layout of parking spaces, 

9.    Submit and agree scheme of environmental management.

10.  Submit and agree bin storage area.

The meeting was adjourned at 11.40am for a short break and reconvened at 11.50am.