Agenda, decisions and minutes

To nominate and elect a Chair of the Planning Committee for the Council year 2023/24.

Cllr David Beaman was elected chair of the Planning Committee for the 2023-24 Municipal Year. Proposed by Cllr Penny Rivers and Seconded by Cllr Terry Weldon.

To nominate and elect a Vice Chair of the Planning Committee for the Council year 2023/24.

Cllr Penny Rivers was elected vice-chair of the Planning Committee for the 2023-24 Municipal Year. Proposed by Cllr David Beaman and Seconded by Cllr Terry Weldon.

To receive any apologies for absence and substitutes.

Where a Member of the Committee is unable to attend a substitute Member may attend, speak and vote in their place at that meeting.

Members are advised that in order for a substitute to be arranged a Member must give four (4) clear working-days’ notice of their apologies.

For this meeting the latest date apologies can be given for a substitute to be arranged is Wednesday 7 June 2023

Apologies for absence were received from Cllr Graham White and Cllr Andy Macleod attended as substitute.

To approve the Minutes of the meeting held on 5 April 2023, and published on the councils website, as correct record of the meeting.

The minutes of the Western Planning Meeting held on 5^th April was agreed as a correct record.

To receive from members declarations of interests in relation to any items included on the Agenda for this meeting in accordance with the Waverley code of Local Government Conduct.

Cllr Carole Cockburn advised that she was the Ward member for items relating to 17 Frensham Road, Lower Bourne and that she would be participating in the discussion on the items but not voting.

The Chairman to respond to any questions received from members of the public in accordance with Procedure Rule 10.

Submission of questions must be received by Wednesday 7 June 2023.

There were no questions received from members of the public.

The Chairman to respond to any questions received from members in accordance with Procedure Rule 11.

Submission of questions must be received by Wednesday 7 June 2023.

There were no questions received from members.

Officers to update the Committee on any changes to the planning environment of which they should be aware when making decisions.

There were no relevant updates to note for this meeting.

Requests for site visits should be submitted within five working days after the publication of the agenda. Site visits will be held on the Friday prior to the meeting at 10am or 2pm.

Background Papers

Background papers (as defined by Section 100D(5) of the Local Government Act relating to reports are listed under the “Representations” heading for each planning application presented, or may be individually identified under a heading “Background Papers”.

The implications for crime, disorder and community safety have been appraised in the following applications but it is not considered that any consideration of that type arises unless it is specifically referred to in a particular report.

Outline application with all matters reserved except for access and layout for the erection of 3 dwellings with associated works

Recommendation

That, subject to conditions 1-19 and Informatives 1-4,OUTLINE PERMISSION BE GRANTED.

Outline application with all matters reserved except for access and layout for the erection of 3 dwellings with associated works

Decision

Subject to conditions 1-19 and Informatives 1-4,OUTLINE PERMISSION IS GRANTED.

Outline application with all matters reserved except for access and layout for the erection of 3 dwellings with associated works

Public Speaking

In accordance with the Council’s public speaking scheme, the following made representations which were duly considered:

Robin Fryer – in objection

Janet Long (Planit Consulting) – in support

Christine Tebbot – Parish Council

Cllr Dave Busby – Ward Councillor

Following the debate, the Committee voted in favour of the officers’ recommendation to grant permission 8 in favour, 5 against and 1 abstention.

Decision

Subject to conditions 1-19 and Informatives 1-4, OUTLINE PERMISSION IS GRANTED.

Outline application for up to 7 dwellings (no more than 1,000 sq m of floorspace) with vehicular access off Hookstile Lane, with some matters reserved (Landscaping)

Recommendation A

That, subject to the completion of an appropriate legal agreement to secure the financial contributions towards the ongoing maintenance and enhancement of Farnham Park; and subject to conditions, that outline planning permission be GRANTED

Recommendation B

That, in the event that a Section 106 Agreement is not completed within 6 months of the date of the resolution to grant permission, permission be REFUSED

Outline application for up to 7 dwellings (no more than 1,000 sq m of floorspace) with vehicular access off Hookstile Lane, with some matters reserved (Landscaping)

Decision A

Subject to the completion of an appropriate legal agreement to secure the financial contributions towards the ongoing maintenance and enhancement of Farnham Park; and subject to conditions, outline planning permission is GRANTED

Decision B

In the event that a Section 106 Agreement is not completed within 6 months of the date of the resolution to grant permission, permission is REFUSED

Outline application for up to 7 dwellings (no more than 1,000 sq m of floorspace) with vehicular access off Hookstile Lane, with some matters reserved (Landscaping)

In accordance with the Council’s public speaking scheme, the following made representations which were duly considered:

Lucy Jacob – in objection

Jon Boyes – in support

Cllr Jerry Hyman – Ward Councillor

Following the debate, the Committee voted unanimously in favour of the officers’ recommendation to grant permission.

Decision A

Subject to the completion of an appropriate legal agreement to secure the financial contributions towards the ongoing maintenance and enhancement of Farnham Park; and subject to conditions, outline planning permission is GRANTED

Decision B

In the event that a Section 106 Agreement is not completed within 6 months of the date of the resolution to grant permission, permission is REFUSED

Erection of a dwelling with associated works following demolition of original dwelling

Recommendation A

That, subject to the completion of an appropriate legal agreement to secure the financial contributions towards the ongoing maintenance and enhancement of Farnham Park; and subject to conditions, that planning permission be GRANTED

Recommendation B

That, in the event that a Section 106 Agreement is not completed within 6 months of the date of the resolution to grant permission, permission be REFUSED

Erection of a dwelling with associated works following demolition of original dwelling

Decision A

Subject to the completion of an appropriate legal agreement to secure the financial contributions towards the ongoing maintenance and enhancement of Farnham Park; and subject to conditions, with slight amendment of condition 4 to remove the word ‘demolition’ , planning permission is GRANTED

Decision B

In the event that a Section 106 Agreement is not completed within 6 months of the date of the resolution to grant permission, permission is REFUSED

Erection of a dwelling with associated works following demolition of original dwelling

In accordance with the Council’s public speaking scheme, the following made representations which were duly considered:

Elizabeth Chart – in objection

Michael Connelly – in support

Cllr George Murrey – Ward Councillor

Cllr Cockburn spoke on this item but did not vote

Following the debate, the Committee voted in favour of the officers’ recommendation to grant permission 11 in favour, 2 against and no abstentions.

Decision A

Subject to the completion of an appropriate legal agreement to secure the financial contributions towards the ongoing maintenance and enhancement of Farnham Park; and subject to conditions, with slight amendment of condition 4 to remove the word ‘demolition’ , planning permission is GRANTED

Decision B

In the event that a Section 106 Agreement is not completed within 6 months of the date of the resolution to grant permission, permission is REFUSED

Part demolition of existing unauthorised structure and with alterations to form a dwelling

Recommendation A

That, subject to the completion of an appropriate legal agreement to secure the financial contributions towards the ongoing maintenance and enhancement of Farnham Park; and subject to conditions, that planning permission be GRANTED

Recommendation B

That, in the event that a Section 106 Agreement is not completed within 6 months of the date of the resolution to grant permission, permission be REFUSED

Part demolition of existing unauthorised structure and with alterations to form a dwelling

Decision

Permission REFUSED for the following reasons:

1.     The proposed development by virtue of its siting would create an inappropriate form of development that would materially harm the character of the street scene and not retain the well-wooded appearance of the immediate and wider area. The proposal would be contrary to Policy TD1 of the Local Plan (Part 1) 2018, Policy FNP1 and FNP8 Farnham Neighbourhood Plan (2013-2032), Policies DM1 and DM4 of the Local Plan Part 2 (2023), Farnham Design Statement (2010) and the NPPF (2021).

2.     The proposal (in combination with other projects) would have a significant effect on the integrity of the Thames Basin Heath Special Protection Area (SPA). Accordingly, since the planning authority is not satisfied that Regulation 64 of the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017 (as amended) (The Habitats Regulations) applies in this case, it must refuse permission in accordance with Regulation 63(5) of the Habitats Regulations and Article 6(3) of Directive 92/43/EE. The proposal conflicts with Policy NE1 and NE3 of the Local Plan (Part 1) 2018, Policy DM1 of the Local Plan Part 2 (2023), Policies FNP12 and FNP13 of the Farnham Neighbourhood Plan (2013-2032), saved Policy NRM6 from the South East Plan (2009) and paragraph 179 and 181 of the NPPF 2021.

Part demolition of existing unauthorised structure and with alterations to form a dwelling

In accordance with the Council’s public speaking scheme, the following made representations which were duly considered:

Elizabeth Chart – in objection

Michael Connelly – in support

Cllr George Murrey – Ward Councillor

Cllr Cockburn spoke on this item but did not vote

Following the debate, the Committee voted against the officers’ recommendation to grant permission 0 in favour, 13 against and no abstentions.

Cllr Joh Robini proposed to refuse the application and Cllr Andy Macleod Seconded.

The Committee voted in favour of the revised recommendation to REFUSE permission 13 in favour, 0 against and no abstentions

Decision

Permission REFUSED for the following reasons:

1.    The proposed development by virtue of its siting would create an inappropriate form of development that would materially harm the character of the street scene and not retain the well-wooded appearance of the immediate and wider area. The proposal would be contrary to Policy TD1 of the Local Plan (Part 1) 2018, Policy FNP1 and FNP8 Farnham Neighbourhood Plan (2013-2032), Policies DM1 and DM4 of the Local Plan Part 2 (2023), Farnham Design Statement (2010) and the NPPF (2021).

2.    The proposal (in combination with other projects) would have a significant effect on the integrity of the Thames Basin Heath Special Protection Area (SPA). Accordingly, since the planning authority is not satisfied that Regulation 64 of the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017 (as amended) (The Habitats Regulations) applies in this case, it must refuse permission in accordance with Regulation 63(5) of the Habitats Regulations and Article 6(3) of Directive 92/43/EE. The proposal conflicts with Policy NE1 and NE3 of the Local Plan (Part 1) 2018, Policy DM1 of the Local Plan Part 2 (2023), Policies FNP12 and FNP13 of the Farnham Neighbourhood Plan (2013-2032), saved Policy NRM6 from the South East Plan (2009) and paragraph 179 and 181 of the NPPF 2021.

Application under Section 19 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 to vary condition 1 of WA/2015/1989 (approved plans) to allow alterations to design

Recommendation

That, subject to conditions 1-4, LISTED BUILDING CONSENT BE GRANTED

Application under Section 19 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 to vary condition 1 of WA/2015/1989 (approved plans) to allow alterations to design

Decision

Subject to conditions 1-4, LISTED BUILDING CONSENT IS GRANTED

Application under Section 19 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 to vary condition 1 of WA/2015/1989 (approved plans) to allow alterations to design

In accordance with the Council’s public speaking scheme, the following made representations which were duly considered:

Danielle Dewe – in support

Cllr David Munro – Ward Councillor

Following the debate, the Committee voted in favour of the officers’ recommendation to grant permission 14 in favour, 0 against and no abstention.

Decision

Subject to conditions 1-4, LISTED BUILDING CONSENT IS GRANTED

Application under Section 73A to vary condition 1 of WA/2015/1988 (approved plans) to allow alterations to design

Recommendation

That, subject to conditions, permission be GRANTED

Application under Section 73A to vary condition 1 of WA/2015/1988 (approved plans) to allow alterations to design

Decision

Subject to conditions, permission is GRANTED

Application under Section 73A to vary condition 1 of WA/2015/1988 (approved plans) to allow alterations to design

In accordance with the Council’s public speaking scheme, the following made representations which were duly considered:

Danielle Dewe – in support

Cllr David Munro – Ward Councillor

Following the debate, the Committee voted in favour of the officers’ recommendation to grant permission 14 in favour, 0 against and no abstention.

Decision

Subject to conditions, permission is GRANTED

Erection of 3 detached dwellings with associated vehicular access, parking and garden space following demolition of all existing buildings and structures

Recommendation

That, subject to conditions, permission be GRANTED

Erection of 3 detached dwellings with associated vehicular access, parking and garden space following demolition of all existing buildings and structures

Decision

Subject to conditions, permission is GRANTED

Erection of 3 detached dwellings with associated vehicular access, parking and garden space following demolition of all existing buildings and structures

In accordance with the Council’s public speaking scheme, the following made representations which were duly considered:

Natalie Wiliams – in objection (written submission circulated to members and read out by the clerk)

Karen Clark – in support

Cllr David Munro – Ward Councillor

Following the debate, the Committee voted in favour of the officers’ recommendation to grant permission 13 in favour, 0 against and 1 abstention.

Decision

Subject to conditions, permission is GRANTED

There are no items to consider that are not subject to public speaking.

There were no applications not subject to public speaking to consider so the Chair closed the meeting.