Agenda and minutes

Apologies for absence were received from Cllrs Kangarani and Wade.

To confirm the minutes of the meetings held on 11 and 16 May 2002 as correct records.

RESOLVED:

That the minutes of the meetings held on 11 and 16 May 2022 be agreed as correct records and signed by the Chairman.

To note any declarations of interest made by members in connection with an agenda item.  The nature of the interest must also be specified.

Members are asked to discuss any possible interests with Democratic Services prior to the meeting.

Cllr Crisell disclosed a non-pecuniary interest in application 22/10487 as a member of the Planning Committee of Totton and Eling Town Council which had commented on the application. She concluded that as she had not voted or expressed a view on the application there were no grounds under common law to prevent her from remaining in the meeting to speak and to vote.

Cllr Glass disclosed a non-pecuniary interest in application 22/10017 as he knew the applicant. He concluded that there were grounds under common law not to participate in the debate or vote on the application but was present during the consideration of the item.

Cllr Hawkins disclosed a non-pecuniary interest in application 22/10421 as a member of the Planning Committee of New Milton Town Council which had commented on the application.  Cllr Hawkins, at the Chair’s discretion asked questions of the case officer to clarify a number of points in the officer report.  He did not participate in the debate or vote on the application but was present during the consideration of the item.

Cllr Ring disclosed a non-pecuniary interest in applications 22/10432 and 20/11208 as a member of Ringwood Town Council which had commented on the applications. He concluded that there were no grounds under common law to prevent him from remaining in the meeting to speak and to vote.

Cllr Ward disclosed a non-pecuniary interest in application 22/10421 as a member of New Milton Town Council which had commented on the application. She concluded that there were no grounds under common law to prevent her from remaining in the meeting to speak and to vote.

The Chairman advised members that Ian Austin, Service Manager - Legal would be leaving the District Council and therefore it would his last Planning Committee meeting.  On behalf of the Committee, the Chairman thanked him for his help and support since he had joined the Council and wished him well for the future.

To determine the applications set out below:

Detached bungalow, associated parking and landscaping

RECOMMENDED:

Grant subject to conditions

Details:

Detached bungalow, associated parking and landscaping

Public Participants:

None

Additional Representations:

An additional consultation had been received from Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service.  This had been included in the update note circulated prior to the meeting.

Comment:

Cllr Hawkins disclosed a non-pecuniary interest as a member of the Planning Committee of New Milton Town Council which had commented on the application.  Cllr Hawkins, at the Chair’s discretion asked questions of the case officer to clarify a number of points in the officer report.  He did not participate in the debate or vote on the application but was present during the consideration of the item.

Cllr Ward disclosed a non-pecuniary interest as a member of New Milton Town Council which had commented on the application. She concluded that there were no grounds under common law to prevent her from remaining in the meeting to speak and to vote.

The Case Officer reported an amendment to the recommendation to delegate authority to the Executive Head of Planning, Regeneration and Economy to grant permission, in order for a section 106 agreement to be completed to secure a contribution towards habitat mitigation as well as the conditions included within the report.

Decision:

Delegated Authority be given to the Executive Head of Planning, Regeneration and Economy to GRANT PERMISSION subject to:

(i)             The completion of a Section 106 Agreement to secure an appropriate habitat mitigation contribution; and

(ii)            The conditions set out in the report

Conditions / Reasons:

As per report (Item 3a)

Drainage pipe and inspection pits (Retrospective)

RECOMMENDED:

Refuse

Details:

Drainage pipe and inspection pits (Retrospective)

Public Participants:

None

Additional Representations:

A statement was read out on behalf of Cllr Fran Carpenter, Hordle Ward Cllr. 

An additional consultation response had also been received from Cllr Carpenter raising her objection to the application.

Comment:

None

Decision:

Refuse

Conditions / Reasons:

As per report (Item 3b)

Formation of a parking space; creation of access; gate in boundary wall of garden

RECOMMENDED:

Refuse

Details:

Formation of a parking space; creation of access; gate in boundary wall of garden

Public Participants:

Bob Hull, Bob Hull Planning (Agent)

Additional Representations:

None

Comment:

Cllr Glass disclosed a non-pecuniary interest as he knew the applicant. He concluded that on there were grounds under common law not to participate in the debate or vote on the application but was present during the consideration of the item.

The Case Officer reported that the applicant had submitted a further letter and photos in support of the application.  This had been received after the agenda had been published.

Decision:

Refuse

Conditions / Reasons:

As per report (Item 3c)

Removal of full height glazing and ranch-rail guarding to upper communal walkways; replacement with conventional height steel guarding incorporating glass panels

RECOMMENDED:

Grant subject to conditions

Details:

Removal of full height glazing and ranch-rail guarding to upper communal walkways; replacement with conventional height steel guarding incorporating glass panels

Public Participants:

Kevin Gould, New Forest District Council – Asset and Compliance (Applicant)

Additional Representations:

None

Comment:

Cllr Ring disclosed a non-pecuniary as a member of Ringwood Town Council which had commented on the application. He concluded that there were no grounds under common law to prevent him from remaining in the meeting to speak and to vote.

Decision:

Grant subject to conditions

Conditions / Reasons:

As per report (Item 3d)

Refurbishment works to both Compton & Sarum Houses to include full window replacement; complete external cladding

RECOMMENDED:

Grant subject to conditions

Details:

Refurbishment works to both Compton & Sarum Houses to include full window replacement; complete external cladding

Public Participants:

Kevin Gould, New Forest District Council (Applicant) (Answered questions from the Committee only)

Additional Representations:

The Case Officer reported that a response had been received from Totton and Eling Town Council in support of the application.  This had been included in the update note circulated prior to the meeting.

Comment:

Cllr Crisell disclosed a non-pecuniary interest as a member of the Planning Committee of Totton and Eling Town Council which had commented on the application. She concluded that as she had not voted or expressed a view on the application there were no grounds under common law to prevent her from remaining in the meeting to speak and to vote.

The Case Officer reported that the applicant had provided a revised proposed elevations drawing (drawing number 42021 210 P2) which amended a first floor door to a window.  This had been included in the update note circulated prior to the meeting.

Decision:

Grant subject to conditions

Conditions / Reasons:

As per report (Item 3e)

Use of Buildings B, C, D & E classes E & B8 Class

RECOMMENDED:

Grant subject to conditions

Details:

Use of Buildings B, C, D & E classes E & B8 Class

Public Participants:

None

Additional Representations:

None

Comment:

Cllr Ring disclosed a non-pecuniary as a member of Ringwood Town Council which had commented on the application. He concluded that there were no grounds under common law to prevent him from remaining in the meeting to speak and to vote.

Decision:

Grant subject to conditions

Conditions / Reasons:

As per report (Item 3f)