Meeting documents

Planning Committee
Wednesday, 4th January, 2017

Place: Shield Room, Civic Centre, West Paddock, Leyland, PR25 1DH

 Present: Councillor Yates (Chairman)

Councillors Mrs R Blow, M Donoghue, W Evans, D Forrest, J Hesketh, K Jones, J Marsh, Ms M Mawson, M Nathan, Mrs R Noblet and Mrs Woollard
 In attendance: David Whelan (Legal Services Manager), Mike Atherton (Assistant Planning Manager), Steven Brown (Assistant Planning Manager), Catherine Lewis (Senior Planning Officer), James Wallwork (Democratic Services Officer), Janice Crook (Planning Officer) and Debbie Roberts (Planning Officer)
 Public attendance: 10 members of the public were present
 Other Officers: 1 other officer was present

Councillors Hughes, Mullineaux, P Smith, G Walton and Watts were also present.

Item Description/Resolution Status Action
OPEN ITEMS
131 Welcome and Introductions

The Chairman, Councillor Yates, welcomed members of the public to the meeting and introduced the committee and explained the proceedings and the role of its members.


Noted   
132 Apologies for Absence

Apologies for absence were submitted on behalf of Councillors Mrs M Green, Miss C Hamilton and M Nelson.


Noted   
133 Declarations of Interest

Councillor Evans and Yates declared a personal interest in planning application 07/2016/0814/FUL.


Noted   
134 Minutes of the Last Meeting
Minutes attached

UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED:
That the minutes of the meeting held on 7 December 2016 be approved as a correct record and signed by the chairman.
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Agreed   
135 Appeal Decisions

Mike Atherton, Assistant Planning Manager, referred to an appeal for 118 Chapel Lane, Longton (planning application 07/2015/1784/OUT) for an outline application for the erection of 1 two-storey detached dwelling following demolition of existing double garage and store to rear. The Inspector dismissed the appeal.


Noted   
136 Planning Application 07/2016/0782/FUL - AB InBev UK Limited, Cuerdale Lane, Samlesbury

Report attached

Address: AB INBEV UK LIMITED, Cuerdale Lane, Samlesbury, Preston, PR5 0XD

Applicant: AB InBev UK Ltd

Agent: Mr Dominic Page, No. 1 Marsden Street, Manchester, M2 1HW

Development: Construction of an HGV holding area to provide 15 bays including new access off Cuerdale Lane, construction of new point of access off Cuerdale Lane to existing staff car parking, additional car parking and associated works

UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED: Approved with Conditions.

CONDITIONS:

1. The development hereby permitted must be begun not later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this permission.
REASON: Required to be imposed pursuant to Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.

2. The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans and suite of documents:
? Acoustic Planning Report (Lighthouse Acoustics Ref 0121/APR1 Rev 2: Sept 16)
? Lancashire Constabulary Security & Crime Analysis (17.6.16)
? Indicative Drainage Layout (Waterman Ref 100/A01: Sept 16)
? Ecological Appraisal (Tyler Grange Ref: 10217-R03A-ST-HM: Sept 16)
? Environmental Lighting Report (Waterman Ref WIE11219-100R2.2.1.SB: Sept 16)
? Utility Statement (Arup Ref 229009: 1.8.2016)
? Flood Risk/Drainage Strategy (Waterman WIE11219/100-R-1-1-1-FRA: Sept 16
? Planning, Design & Access Statement (Gerald Eve Ref: MC0664: Sept 16)
? Transport Statement (Peter Evans Partnership: Sept 16)
? Ground Investigation Report (Doyle Consultant Engineers Ref JRH16191/20160921: Sept 16)
? Arboricultural Impact Assessment/Method Statement (Tyler Grange Ref 10217-R02B-MR-HB: Sept 16)
? Topographical Survey (Doyle Consulting Engineers Ref 6552/1: Sept 16)
? Landscaping Statement (Tyler Grange Ref 10217-R04A: Aug 16)
? Landscape Strategy (Tyler Grange Ref 10217/PO5: Sept 2016)
? Proposed scheme overview (Peter Evans Appendix 4: Sept 16)
? Proposed HGV Arrangement (Peter Evans Appendix 5: Sept 16)
? Proposed Staff Visitor Arrangements (Peter Evans Appendix 6: Sept 16)
? Proposed HGV Access (Peter Evans Appendix 7.1: Sept 16)
? Site Location Plan (Patrick Parsons Ref H16191-900 Rev P2: Sept 16)
? Proposed Site Sections (Patrick Parsons Ref H16191-902 Rev P2: Sept 16)
? Topographical - Site Entrance Remodelling (Patrick Parsons Ref H16191-903 Rev P1: Sept 16)
? Site Entrance Site Plan (Patrick Parsons Ref H16191-901 Rev P3: Sept 16)
? Site Overview (Peter Evans Ref 2457.06A)
? Traffic Management Plan (Peter Evans Ref 2457.05C)
? Signage (Peter Evans Ref 2457.08A)
? Storage Drawings (Patrick Parson Ref H16191-201P1, 202P1,203P1 and 204P1)
REASON: For the avoidance of doubt and to ensure a satisfactory standard of development in accordance with Policy 17 of the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and Local Plan 2012-2026 Policy G17

3. No development shall take place, including any works of demolition, until a Construction Method Statement has been submitted to, and approved in writing by, the local planning authority. The approved Statement shall be adhered to throughout the construction period. The Statement shall provide for:
? proposed suitable times of construction.
? parking of vehicles of site operatives and visitors
? loading and unloading of plant and materials
? storage of plant and materials used in constructing the development
? location of site compound
? suitable wheel washing facilities for vehicles leaving site. Details also to include mechanical sweeping of roads adjacent to the site.
? measures to control the emission of dust and dirt during construction
? measures to control the emission of noise during construction
? details of external lighting to be used during construction
? a scheme for recycling/disposing of waste resulting from demolition and construction works
? anticipated delivery times
REASON: To ensure before development commences that construction methods will safeguard the amenities of neighbouring properties in accordance with Policy 17 of the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and Local Plan 2012-2026 Policy G17

4. Before any site activity (construction or demolition) is commenced in association with the development, barrier fencing shall be erected around all trees to be retained on the site as detailed in the Tree Protection Plan which has been agreed by the local planning authority. The fencing shall be constructed and located in compliance with BS 5837 2012 - Trees in Relation to Design, Demolition and Construction - Recommendations. Within these fenced areas no development, vehicle manoeuvring, storage of materials or plant, removal or addition of soil may take place. This includes ground disturbance for utilities. The fencing shall not be moved in part or wholly without the written agreement of the local planning authority. The fencing shall remain in place until completion of all development works and removal of site vehicles, machinery, and materials in connection with the development.
REASON: To ensure before commencement of works on site that there shall be no damage to trees during construction works in accordance with Policy G13 in the South Ribble Local Plan 2012-2026

5. During construction and site clearance, no machinery shall be operated, no processes carried out or deliveries taken at or dispatched from the site outside the following times:
0800 hrs to 1800 hrs Monday to Friday
0800 hrs to 1300 hrs Saturday
No activities shall take place on Sundays, Bank or Public Holidays.
REASON: To safeguard the living conditions of nearby residents particularly with regard to the effects of noise in accordance with Policy 17 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy

6. The approved landscaping scheme (Tyler Grange Ref 10217-R04A: Aug 16 and PO5: Sept 2016) shall be implemented in the first planting season following completion of the development, or first occupation/use, whichever is the soonest.
The approved scheme shall be maintained by the applicant or their successors in title thereafter for a period of 5 years to the satisfaction of the local planning authority. This maintenance shall include the replacement of any tree or shrub which is removed, becomes seriously damaged, seriously diseased or dies, by the same species or different species, and shall be agreed in writing by the local planning authority. The replacement tree or shrub must be of similar size to that originally planted.
REASON: In the interests of the amenity of the area in accordance with Policy 17 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and Policy G8 in the South Ribble Local Plan 2012-2026

7. Should the development not have commenced within 12 months of the date of this permission, a re-survey be carried out to establish whether bats or other protected species are present at the site shall be undertaken by a suitably qualified person or organisation. In the event of the survey confirming the presence of such species details of measures, including timing, for the protection or relocation of the species shall be submitted to and agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority and the agreed measures implemented.
REASON: To ensure the protection of schedule species protected by the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 and so as to ensure work is carried out in accordance with Policy 22 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and Policy G16 in the South Ribble Local Plan 2012-2026

8. Eight bat and five bird roosting opportunities shall be provided within the site prior to first use of the facility hereby approved, and in accordance with the details provided in the approved Ecological Appraisal (Tyler Grange Ref: 10217-R03A-ST-HM: Sept 16)
Once installed these shall be maintained and retained thereafter.
REASON: To ensure adequate provision is made for these protected species in accordance with Policy 22 of the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and Policy G16 in the South Ribble Local Plan 2012-2026

9. If the presence of bats, barn owls, great crested newts or other protected species is detected or suspected on the development site at any stage before or during development or site preparation, works must not continue until Natural England has been contacted regarding the need for a licence.
REASON: To ensure that adequate provision is made for these protected species in accordance with Policy 22 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and Policy G16 in the South Ribble Local Plan 2012-2026

10. No tree felling, clearance works, demolition work or other works that may affect nesting birds shall take place between March and August inclusive, unless the absence of nesting birds has been confirmed by surveys or inspections.
REASON: To protect habitats of wildlife, in accordance with Policy 22 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy

11. External lighting associated with the development shall be directional and designed to avoid excessive light spill and shall not illuminate bat roosting opportunities within and surrounding the site, or trees and hedgerows in the area. The principles of relevant guidance should be followed (e.g. the Bat Conservation Trust and Institution of Lighting Engineers guidance Bats and Lighting in the UK, 2009).
REASON: To ensure that adequate provision is made for these protected species in accordance with Policy 22 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and Policy G16 in the South Ribble Local Plan 2012-2026

12. Cycling and Motorcycle facilities to be provided in accordance with the approved scheme shall be provided before first use of the staff car park hereby approved and permanently maintained thereafter.
Reason: To allow for the effective use of the parking areas the promotion of sustainable forms of transport and aid social inclusion.

13. Drainage for the development hereby approved shall be carried out in accordance with the principles set out in the approved Flood Risk Assessment Flood Risk/Drainage Strategy (Waterman WIE11219/100-R-1-1-1-FRA: Sept 16). Any variation to the discharge of foul water shall be agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority in consultation with United Utilities prior to commencement of development. The development shall then be completed in accordance with the approved details and retained therein.
REASON To ensure that management arrangements are in place for the sustainable drainage system in order to manage flood risk and pollution during the lifetime of the development in accordance with Policy 29 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy
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Agreed   
137 Planning Application 07/2016/0814/FUL - Walton-le-Dale Recreation Ground, Higher Walton Road, Walton-le-Dale

Report attached

(Councillor Evans and Yates both declared a personal interest in the following application as they knew the applicant from when he had previously been a councillor, but were able, under the Code of Conduct for Elected Members, to remain in the meeting and take part in the consideration of the application.)

Address: Walton-le-Dale Recreation Ground, Higher Walton Road, Walton-le-Dale, Lancashire, PR5 4HB

Applicant: Mr Stephen Bennett

Development: Part retrospective application for the erection of palisade fencing, the installation of 8no light boxes at 4m high and widen existing access road

UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED:
The application be deferred to enable further discussions to take place with the applicant and Environmental Health.
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Agreed   
138 Planning Application 07/2016/0923/FUL - Meadowcroft Business Park, Pope Lane, Whitestake

Report attached

Address: Meadowcroft Business Park, Pope Lane, Whitestake, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 4BA

Applicant: Mr & Mrs S Fairclough

Agent: Mr David Perry, Extended Design Limited, 97 The Farthings, Astley Village, Chorley,
PR7 1SH

Development: Substitution of house type to plot 1 of planning permission 07/2012/0695/FUL

UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED: Approved with Conditions.

CONDITIONS:

1. The development hereby permitted must be begun not later than the 15 May 2018, ie 5 years from the date of the original permission.
REASON: Required to be imposed pursuant to Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.

2. The development, hereby permitted, shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted approved plans, Dwg: 1643/300 Location Plans; 1643/301 Elevations; 1643/302 Ground Floor Layout; 1643/303 First Floor Layout; 1643/304 Second Floor Layout; 1643/310 Garage.
REASON: To ensure a satisfactory standard of development in accordance with Policy 17 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and Policy G17 in the South Ribble Local Plan 2012-2026

3. No work shall be commenced until satisfactory details of the colour and texture of the facing and roofing materials to be used have been submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority.
REASON: To ensure the satisfactory detailed appearance of the development in accordance with Policy 17 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and Policy G17 in the South Ribble Local Plan 2012-2026

4. Prior to the commencement of development, a scheme for the provision of surface water drainage shall be submitted to and be approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The scheme shall include a surface water regulation system with the flow attenuated to a maximum discharge rate determined by United Utilities. The approved scheme shall be implemented in accordance with the approved plans during the development and shall be thereafter retained and maintained for the duration of the approved use.
REASON: For the avoidance of doubt and to protect the living conditions of future occupants of the site in accordance with Policy 29 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and as required by planning approval 07/2012/0695/FUL as varied by 07/2016/0567/VAR.

5. That prior to the commencement of development, including any works of demolition, a Construction Method Statement shall be submitted to, and be approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The approved Statement shall be adhered to throughout the construction period. The Statement shall provide for:
i) the parking of vehicles of site operatives and visitors
ii) loading and unloading of plant and materials
iii) storage of plant and materials used in constructing the development
iv) the erection and maintenance of security hoarding where appropriate
v) wheel washing facilities
vi) measures to control the emission of dust and dirt during construction
viii) a scheme for recycling / disposing of waste resulting from demolition and construction works
ix) a scheme for the removal of asbestos
REASON: In the interest of residential amenity and so that the Local Planning Authority shall be satisfied as to the details in accordance with Policy G17 in the South Ribble Local Plan 2012-2026 and as required by planning approval 07/2012/0695/FUL as varied by 07/2016/0567/VAR

6. Any construction works associated with the development shall not take place except between the hours of 0800 hrs to 1800 hrs Monday to Friday; 0800 hrs to 1300 hrs on Saturdays. No construction shall take place on Sundays, Bank or Public Holidays unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority
REASON: To safeguard the living conditions of nearby residents particularly with regard to the effects of noise in accordance with Policy G17 in the South Ribble Local Plan 2012-2026 and as required by planning approval 07/2012/0695/FUL as varied by 07/2016/0567/VAR

7. The new estate road shall be constructed in accordance with the Lancashire County Council Specification for Construction of Estate Roads to at least base course level before any development takes place within the site.
REASON: To ensure that satisfactory access is provided to the site before the development hereby permitted becomes operative and as required by planning approval 07/2012/0695/FUL as varied by 07/2016/0567/VAR

8. Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Development Procedure) Order 1995 and the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (Amendment) (No 2) (England) Order 2008, or any subsequent Orders or statutory provision re-enacting the provisions of these Orders, all garages shown on the approved plan shall be maintained as such and shall not be converted to or used for living accommodation without the prior written approval of the Local Planning Authority in consultation with the Highway Authority.
REASON: To satisfactory off-street parking facilities in accordance with Policy 17 of the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and Policy G17 in the South Ribble Local Plan 2012-2026 and as required by planning approval 07/2012/0695/FUL as varied by 07/2016/0567/VAR

9. No development shall commence until the mitigation measures indicated in the document entitled 'Extended Phase 1 Habitat Survey and Baseline Ecological Impact Assessment' dated October 2012 hereby approved have been fully implemented by a competent, professional person (as approved by the Wildlife Trust) to protect the habitat of bats. These measures shall be retained within the development at all times thereafter.
REASON: To ensure that adequate provision is made for these protected species in accordance with Policy 22 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and as required by planning approval 07/2012/0695/FUL as varied by 07/2016/0567/VAR

10. No tree felling, clearance works, demolition work or other works that may affect nesting birds shall take place between March and August inclusive, unless the absence of nesting birds has been confirmed by surveys or inspections.
REASON: To protect habitats of wildlife, in accordance with Policy 22 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and as required by planning approval 07/2012/0695/FUL as varied by 07/2016/0567/VAR

11. Before any development takes place within the site the visibility splays measuring 2.4 metres by 103 metres in both directions, measured along the centre line of the existing access road from the continuation of the nearer edge of the existing carriageway of Pope Lane, to the satisfaction of the Local Planning Authority. The land within these splays shall be maintained thereafter, free from obstructions such as walls, fences, trees, hedges, shrubs, ground growth or other structures within the splays in excess of 1.0 metre in height above the height at the centre line of the adjacent carriageway and 2.4m to the underside of the tree crown above the centre line of the adjacent carriageway.
REASON: To ensure adequate visibility at the street junction or site access in the interest of highway safety in accordance with Policy G17 in the South Ribble Local Plan 2012-2026 and as required by planning approval 07/2012/0695/FUL as varied by 07/2016/0567/VAR

12. No development shall commence until details of the landscaping of the site including wherever possible the retention of existing trees and hedges have been submitted to, and approved in writing by, the local planning authority. The approved scheme shall be implemented in the first planting season following completion of the development, or first occupation/use, whichever is the soonest.
The approved scheme shall be maintained by the applicant or their successors in title thereafter for a period of 5 years to the satisfaction of the local planning authority. This maintenance shall include the replacement of any tree or shrub which is removed, becomes seriously damaged, seriously diseased or dies, by the same species or different species, and shall be agreed in writing by the local planning authority. The replacement tree or shrub must be of similar size to that originally planted.
Details submitted shall be compliant with BS4428:1989 Code of practice for general landscaping operations. Details shall also indicate the types and numbers of trees and shrubs, their distribution on site, those areas seeded, turfed, paved or hard landscaped, including details of any changes of level or landform and the types and details of all fencing and screening.
REASON: In the interests of the amenity of the area in accordance with Policy 17 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and Policy G17 in the South Ribble Local Plan 2012-2026 and as required by planning approval 07/2012/0695/FUL as varied by 07/2016/0567/VAR

13. That no work shall commence until satisfactory details of the foundation scheme to be used for Plot 6, which complies with Para 7.5 of BS5837:2012, have been submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority. The work shall then be carried out fully in accordance with the approved details.
REASON: In the interest of safeguarding the protected trees on the site in accordance with Policy G13 in the South Ribble Local Plan 2012-2026 and as required by planning approval 07/2012/0695/FUL as varied by 07/2016/0567/VAR

14. Prior to commencement of the development (construction or demolition), a Tree Protection Plan shall be submitted with the application to be approved by the Local Planning Authority. The Tree Protection Plan shall be in accordance with Para 5.5 of BS5837: 2012 ' Trees in Relation to Design, Demolition and Construction - Recommendations'
REASON: To prevent damage to trees during construction works in accordance with Policy 17 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and G13 in the South Ribble Local Plan 2012-2026 and as required by planning approval 07/2012/0695/FUL as varied by 07/2016/0567/VAR

15. Before any site activity (construction or demolition) is commenced in association with the development, barrier fencing shall be erected around all trees to be retained on the site as detailed in the Tree Protection Plan which is to be agreed by the local planning authority. The fencing shall be constructed and located in compliance with BS 5837 2012 - Trees in Relation to Design, Demolition and Construction - Recommendations. Within these fenced areas no development, vehicle manoeuvring, storage of materials or plant, removal or addition of soil may take place. This includes ground disturbance for utilities. The fencing shall not be moved in part or wholly without the written agreement of the local planning authority. The fencing shall remain in place until completion of all development works and removal of site vehicles, machinery, and materials in connection with the development.
REASON: To prevent damage to trees during construction works in accordance with Policy 17 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and G13 in the South Ribble Local Plan 2012-2026 and as required by planning approval 07/2012/0695/FUL as varied by 07/2016/0567/VAR

16. Details of sensitive lighting proposals to minimise impacts on foraging bats should be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority in consultation with its ecological advisors. The proposal should follow the latest recognised guidance and be implemented as part of the development.
REASON: To ensure that adequate provision is made for these protected species in accordance with Policy 22 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and as required by planning approval 07/2012/0695/FUL as varied by 07/2016/0567/VAR

17. No works shall commence until a fully detailed habitat creation/landscaping and management plan (to include adequate compensatory planting for any loss of trees, hedgerow, shrubs; management details of replacement planting and retained areas of semi-natural vegetation; replacement nesting opportunities for birds, including provisions for house sparrow and starling), has been submitted and approved by South Ribble Borough Council in consultation with specialist advisors. The plan should demonstrate maintenance and enhancement of biodiversity and include full details of planting mixes, translocation methods (if appropriate), habitat establishment proposals, aftercare, and long term management of both newly created habitat and habitat retained on site (e.g. hedgerows and woodland block). The approved plan shall be implemented in full.
REASON: To ensure that adequate provision is made for these protected species in accordance with Policy 22 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and as required by planning approval 07/2012/0695/FUL as varied by 07/2016/0567/VAR

18. The development shall not begin until details of the boundary treatments to the site boundaries and all boundaries within the site has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The occupation of buildings or the commencement of the use shall not occur until the approved boundary treatment has been erected in accordance with the approved details and retained thereafter.
REASON: To ensure the provision and retention of adequate screening in the interest of amenity in accordance with Policy 17 of the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and Policy G17 in the South Ribble Local Plan 2012-2026 and as required by planning approval 07/2012/0695/FUL as varied by 07/2016/0567/VAR
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Agreed   
139 Planning Application 07/2016/1090/FUL - Holmfirth, 43 Brindle Road, Bamber Bridge

Report attached

Address: Holmfirth, 43 Brindle Road, Bamber Bridge, Preston, PR5 6RP

Applicant: Mr & Mrs Fucile

Agent: Mr David Perry, Extended Design Limited, 97 The Farthings, Astley Village, Chorley, PR7 1SH

Development: Substitution of House types for plot 1 of planning permission 07/2015/1692/FUL

UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED: Approved

CONDITIONS:

1. The development hereby permitted must be begun not later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date of this permission.
REASON: Required to be imposed pursuant to Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.

2. The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the approved plans:
Drawing Number 1625/01 entitled "Location Plans"
Drawing Number 1625/1001 entitled "Proposed Elevations"
Drawing Number 1625/1002 entitled "Proposed Ground Floor Layout
Drawing Number 1625/1003 entitled "Proposed First Floor Layout"
Reason: For the avoidance of doubt and to ensure a satisfactory standard of development.

3. No development shall take place, including any works of demolition, until a suitable Construction Nuisance Prevention Plan has been submitted to, and approved in writing by, the local planning authority. The approved Plan shall be adhered to throughout the construction period. The Plan shall provide for:
I. the proposed suitable times construction works will take place
II. the parking of vehicles of site operatives and visitors
III. loading and unloading of plant and materials
IV. storage of plant and materials used in constructing the development
V. the location of the site compound
VI. suitable wheel washing/road sweeping measures
VII. appropriate measures to control the emission of dust and dirt during construction
VIII. appropriate measures to control the emission of noise during construction
IX. details of all external lighting to be used during the construction
X. a scheme for recycling/disposing of waste resulting from demolition and construction works
REASON: To ensure the amenities of neighbouring residents are safeguarded prior to the commencement in accordance Policy 17 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy

4. Prior to the commencement of development, the following information shall be submitted to the Local Planning Authority (LPA) for approval in writing:
(a) A desk study which assesses the risk of the potential for on-site contamination and ground gases and migration of both on and off-site contamination and ground gases.
(b) If the desk study identifies potential contamination and ground gases, a detailed site investigation shall be carried out to address the nature, degree and distribution of contamination and ground gases and shall include an identification and assessment of the risk to receptors as defined under the Environmental Protection Act 1990, Part 2A, focusing primarily on risks to human health and controlled waters. The investigation shall also address the implications of the health and safety of site workers, of nearby occupied buildings, on services and landscaping schemes, and on wider environmental receptors including ecological systems and property.
The sampling and analytical strategy shall be submitted to and be approved in writing by the LPA prior to the start of the site investigation survey.
(c) A remediation statement, detailing the recommendations and remedial measures to be implemented within the site.
(d) On completion of the development/remedial works, the developer shall submit written confirmation, in the form of a verification report, to the LPA, that all works were completed in accordance with the agreed Remediation Statement.
Any works identified in these reports shall be undertaken when required with all remedial works implemented by the developer prior to occupation of the first and subsequent dwellings.
REASON: To ensure prior to the commencement of development that:
- the site investigation and remediation strategy will not cause pollution of ground and surface waters both on and off site, and
- the site cannot be capable of being determined as contaminated land under Part 2A of the Environmental Protection Act 1990, in accordance with:
- Policy 17 of the Central Lancashire Development Plan, - the National Planning Policy Framework.

5. No part of the development shall be commenced until all the highway works within the adopted highway have been constructed in accordance with a scheme that shall be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority in consultation with the Highway Authority as part of a section 278 agreement, under the Highways Act 1980.
REASON: In order to satisfy the Local Planning Authority and Highway Authority that the final details of the highway scheme/works are acceptable before work commences on site and to enable all construction traffic to enter and leave the premises in a safe manner without causing a hazard to other road users.

6. Prior to the first occupation of any dwelling, that dwelling shall be provided with an electric vehicle charging point which shall be retained for that purpose thereafter.
REASON: To enable and encourage the use of alternative fuel use for transport purposes in accordance with Policy 3 of the Central Lancashire Core Strategy

7. Prior to the commencement of any development, details of the foul drainage scheme shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Foul water shall be drained on a separate system. No building shall be occupied until the approved foul drainage scheme has been completed to serve that buildings, in accordance with the approved details.
REASON: For the avoidance of doubt and to ensure the living conditions of future occupants of the site are protected prior to the commencement of development in accordance with Policy 29 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy

8. Prior to commencement of any development, a surface water drainage scheme, based on the hierarchy of drainage options in the National Planning Practice Guidance with evidence of an assessment of the site conditions shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority.
The surface water drainage scheme must be in accordance with the Non-Statutory Technical Standards for Sustainable Drainage Systems (March 2015) or any subsequent replacement national standards and unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority, no surface water shall discharge to the public sewer system either directly or indirectly.
The development shall be completed, maintained and managed in accordance with the approved details.
REASON: To promote sustainable development, secure proper drainage and to manage the risk of flooding and pollution, prior to the commencement of development in accordance with Policy 29 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy

9. No work shall be commenced until satisfactory details of the colour and texture of the facing and roofing materials together with the boundary treatment, driveways and internal access road to be used have been submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority.
REASON: To ensure the satisfactory detailed appearance of the development prior to its commencement in accordance with Policy 17 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and Policy G17 in the South Ribble Local Plan 2012-2026

10. Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 (or any order revoking or re-enacting that Order) no development of the type described in Classes A to G Part 1 of Schedule 2 of that Order shall be undertaken without the express permission of the Local Planning Authority.
REASON: To enable the Local Planning Authority to retain control over future development in the interest of residential amenity and the character and appearance of the area in accordance with Policy 17 in the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and Policy G17 in the South Ribble Local Plan 2012-2026

11. All new dwellings are required to achieve a minimum Dwelling Emission Rate of 19% above 2013 Building Regulations.
REASON: Policy 27 of the Central Lancashire Core Strategy requires new dwellings to be built to Code for Sustainable Homes Level 4. However following the Deregulation Bill 2015 receiving Royal Ascent it is no longer possible to set conditions with requirements above a Code Level 4 equivalent. As Policy 27 is an adopted Policy it is still possible to secure energy efficiency reduction as part of new residential schemes in the interests of minimising the environmental impact of the development.

12. Prior to the commencement of the development details shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority demonstrating that each dwelling will meet the required Dwelling Emission Rate. The development thereafter shall be completed in accordance with the approved details.
REASON: Policy 27 of the Central Lancashire Core Strategy requires new dwellings to be built to Code for Sustainable Homes Level 4. However, following the Deregulation Bill 2015 receiving Royal Ascent it is no longer possible to set conditions with requirements above a Code Level 4 equivalent. As Policy 27 is an adopted Policy it is still possible to secure energy efficiency reductions as part of new residential schemes in the interests of minimising the environmental impact of the development. This needs to be provided prior to the commencement so is can be assured that the design meets the required dwelling emission rate.

13. No dwelling hereby approved shall be occupied until a SAP assessment (Standard Assessment Procedure), or other alternative proof of compliance (which has been previously agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority) such as an Energy Performance Certificate, has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority demonstrating that the dwelling has achieved the required Dwelling Emission Rate.
REASON: Policy 27 of the Central Lancashire Core Strategy requires new dwellings to be built to Code for Sustainable Homes Level 4. However, following the Deregulation Bill 2015 receiving Royal Ascent it is no longer possible to set conditions with requirements above a Code Level 4 equivalent. As Policy 27 is an adopted Policy it is still possible to secure energy efficiency reductions as part of new residential schemes in the interests of minimising the environmental impact of the development.

14. The window to be fitted in the first floor of the Left Hand Elevation shown on Drawing Number 1625/1001 shall be fitted with obscured glazing and retained at all times thereafter.
REASON: To prevent undue overlooking and loss of privacy to the residents on Calico Crescent as required by the Central Lancashire Core Strategy and Policy G17 in the South Ribble Local Plan 2012-2026.
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Agreed   
140 Local Enforcement Plan
Report attached

UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED:
That the report be deferred to enable the committee to fully consider the Planning Enforcement Policy.
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Agreed   
141 Draft Central Lancashire Employment Skills Supplementary Planning Document
Report attached

The committee considered a report concerning the draft Employment Skills Supplementary Planning Document (SPDs) which was proposed to go out for consultation.

SPDs offer local planning authorities the opportunity to add guidance in specific policy areas. They are documents which must be prepared in consultation with interested parties, and must be subject to a screening process to discover whether a sustainability appraisal would be required. Unlike Development Plan Documents (DPDs), SPDs did not require independent examination before being adopted.

The Draft Central Lancashire Employment Skills Supplementary Planning Document would provide guidance for applicants in terms of understanding the relevant Central Lancashire policies and what was required as part of the planning application process. This would include a requirement to submit Employment Skills plans in association with prescribed types and scale of development. Once adopted, this SPD should be afforded significant weight as a material consideration in determining planning applications.

The SPD has been driven by Preston, Chorley and South Ribble Councils? aspiration to see additional benefits (known as social value) incorporated into their housing and other development opportunities. Social value was defined as ?the additional economic, social and environmental benefits that can be created when the Council purchases a good service from an outside organisation, above and beyond the value of that good or service?. By integrating social value at the planning stage of a project, this could result in significant ?added value? benefits to the residents of Lancashire, particularly in the area of employment and skills.

The timing of the introduction of this SPD was particularly relevant given that City Deal would unlock ?434 million of new investment to help expand and improve Preston and South Ribble?s transport infrastructure, at an unprecedented rate. Forecasts suggested that 20,000 new jobs would be created and 17,420 homes built ? a huge boost to a local economy expected to grow by ?1 billion over the next ten years. The success of the deal reflects the area?s excellent location, skilled workforce and local strength in training and education.

Following a question from Councillor Marsh, Steven Brown, Assistant Planning Manager, confirmed that 1000sm was the trigger for when a plan would be required.

Further to a question from Councillor Ms Mawson, Steven Brown confirmed that they would mainly consult with the three Economic Development Teams but would also encourage the applicants to be more proactive with their own consultation.

UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED:
(a) That the draft Employment Skills Supplementary Planning Document be endorsed for consultation;
(b) That the Director of Development, Enterprise and Communities, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Strategic Planning and Housing be authorised to make minor text, layout and formatting amendments prior to the consultation.
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Agreed   
142 Draft Green Belt Infill Supplementary Planning Document
Report attached

The committee considered a report concerning the draft Green Belt Infill SPD which was proposed to go out for consultation.

SPDs offer local planning authorities the opportunity to add guidance in specific policy areas. They are documents which must be prepared in consultation with interested parties, and must be subject to a screening process to discover whether a sustainability appraisal would be required. Unlike Development Plan Documents (DPDs), SPDs did not require independent examination before being adopted.

The Draft Green Belt Infill SPD provided guidance as to how to interpret South Ribble Local Plan Policy G1 part (e) in respect of what would be considered acceptable infill development in villages within the Green Belt. Once adopted, this SPD should be afforded significant weight as a material consideration in determining planning applications.

UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED:
(a) That the Draft Green Belt Infill Supplementary Planning Document be endorsed for consultation;
(b) That the Director of Development, Enterprise and Communities, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Strategic Planning and Housing be authorised to make minor text, layout and formatting amendments prior to consultation.
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Agreed   

  Published on Wednesday 11 January 2017
(The meeting finished at 6.52pm)