Minutes of the meeting held on Wednesday 20th November 2019 at 7pm in the Council Chamber, The Old Courthouse, Jaycroft Road, Burnham-on-Sea.
Present: Cllr Andy Brewer (Chairman), Cllrs Peter Clayton, Nick Tolley, Louise Parkin, Bill Hancock, with Lorna Williams (Deputy Clerk) in attendance.
3 members of the public, and 1 member of the press were in attendance.
Public Participation
There was no-one registered to speak
67/19/PC Apologies for non-attendance
CllrsRich Gardiner-White and Sue Harvey
Cllr Helen Groves was not present
68/19/PC Declarations of Interest in items on this agenda & dispensations granted
There were none.
69/19/PC Approval of Minutes
The Deputy Clerk updated members on their request to receive six monthly reports on how S106 agreements were progressing. The meeting was informed that Development Control produce an update on Major Planning Applications where Section 106 Agreements have been made. The Deputy Clerk will ensure those pertaining to this Town Council will be for noting on the agenda.
The minutes of the Planning Committee held on 28th October 2019 were approved and signed by the Chairman as a correct record
70/19/PC Planning Applications considered:
11/19/00099/STP
Proposal: Change of use from class D1 to class A1
Location: Land South Of, Pier Street, Pier Street, Burnham On Sea, Somerset, TA8
Comment: No observations
11/19/00101/LE
Proposal: Rebuilding and repairs to public house/restaurant following fire, to include a new roof, new kitchen ventilation/extraction system in roof space, retention of freezer/refrigeration pod to west elevation, replacement smoking shelter, installation of timber cladding and other associated works.
Location: The Rosewood, Love Lane, Burnham On Sea, Somerset, TA8 1EZ
Comment: No Observations at this stage although support the re-build. Members would like to see the Environmental Health reports when available as they are concerned that residential properties are close by and could be affected by noise and odours.
11/19/00103/LE
Proposal: Change of use and extension of existing garage to form a dwelling.
Location: 12 Church Street, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 3AF
This application was withdrawn by applicant
11/19/00104/LE
Proposal: Installation of an automatic vehicular access barrier, pedestrian gate and security fence.
Location: Land at, Lawrence Close, Isleport Business Park, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9
Comment: Members supported this application on the grounds that it improves premises security and pedestrian safety.
11/19/00105/STP
Proposal: Display of 1 No. LCD media screen and 3 No. non illuminated flag pole signs.
Location: Tesco Stores Ltd, Ben Travers Way, Burnham On Sea, Somerset, TA8 1EZ
Comment: Members supported this application on the grounds that it provided improved facilities for residents and tourists and the application was in accord with the Councils Neighbourhood Plan and Corporate Strategy.
11/19/00106/LE
Proposal: Subdivide existing property into 2 No. two bedroom dwellings and erection of a single storey extension to side (North East) elevation. Alterations to fenestration and widening of existing shared access.
Location: 30 Highbridge Road, Burnham On Sea, Somerset, TA8 1LL
Comment: No observations
11/19/00107/AGE
Proposal: Display of 2 No. externally illuminated fascia signs to north and east elevations and full colour printed vinyl graphics on windows of north elevation.
Location: Morland Cooperative, Tanning Drive, Highbridge, TA9 3GL
Comment: No observations, however the application doesn’t mention what times the signs would be lit. Members suggest they should be limited to the shops opening hours to protect residential amenity.
11/19/108/AGE
Proposal: Erection of a single extension to the side and rear elevations. Erection of a detached garage.
Location: 42 Steart Close, Burnham On Sea, Somerset, TA8 1DE
Comment: No observations
11/19/00109/STP
Proposal: Demolition of existing garages. Erection of 2 flats and parking (resubmission).
Location: Brue House, 84 Berrow Road, Burnham On Sea, Somerset, TA8 2HJ
Comment: Members objected to this application on the grounds the layout appears inappropriate for disabled use as the car parking provision is to the north of each flat but the front door and only access is to the south of the property via a narrow path.
The application is an overdevelopment of the site. The un-adopted access lane that serves the property is totally inadequate for further vehicle numbers. The new layout doesn’t show bin storage provision. For the current residents the garages would be a loss of an amenity as it currently provides precious undercover storage space.
11/19/00111/AGE
Proposal: Erection of a mono-pitched single storey extension to rear (East) elevation.
Location: 7 West Avenue, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 3HB
Comment: No Observations
11/19/00112/STP
Proposal: Erection of a first floor extension over existing single storey side extension.
Location: 16 Poplar Estate, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 3AN
Comment: No Observations
11/19/00113/AGE
Proposal: Display of 1 No. post mounted non-illuminated hoarding sign
Location: Car Park, South Esplanade, Burnham On Sea, Somerset, TA8 1BU
Comment: No Observations
11/19/00114/STP
Proposal: Erection of a single storey extension and a detached garage with carport, on site of existing conservatory and garage to be demolished.
Location: 15 Highburn Close, Burnham On Sea, Somerset, TA8 1LU
Comment: No Observations
11/19/00116/JAB
Proposal: (G1) Fell due to access to drainage ditch and evidence of ash dieback infection. (G2) Fell due to extensive decay and poor condition of lapsed pollards.
Location: Land To The South Of, Brent Road, Burnham On Sea, Somerset
Comment: No Observations
12/19/00018/STP
Proposal: Change of use of land and erection of a below-ground surface water pumping station. Formation of new pull-in/layby on the verge to the east of the roundabout connecting Pepperall Road to Wallace Wells Road.
Location: Land to the West of, Pepperall Road, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9
Comment: Members supported this application on the grounds that it would reduce existing surface water flooding by improving flood alleviation and was good planning for the future.
71/19/PC Members NOTED the formal Final Decision Notice and schedule which has been sent to BT Payphones and the Secretary of State, for the removal of BT payphones..
72/19/PC Members NOTED the decision summary on application 11/19/003 – Land to East of Isleport Lane – Grant Permission subject to conditions
73/19/PC Members CONSIDERED an application for a Minor Variation of Licence at One Stop, 12B-14 Market St. Highbridge. No comments/observations were made on this application.
74/19/PC Correspondence from the Clerk
Planning Appeals decided:
11/18/071 – Proposal: Erection of 46 dwellings, formation of access and ancillary works.
Appeal decision: Appeal Dismissed
The Deputy Clerk had learnt of a document that Sedgemoor officers produce that would be useful to local councillors.
Schedule of alleged contraventions for quarter 01/07/2019 to 30/09/2019.
The document was tabled. Members agreed that it was very informative and would be beneficial for all councillors to receive a copy.
The Deputy Clerk was asked to circulate the document to all councillors via e-mail.
The Deputy Clerk informed members that 2 minor applications had been received. Members were in agreement to delegate to the Clerk in consultation with the Chairman applications 11/19/110 – 3 The Esplanade, removal of Condition 3 and 11/19/115 – Highbridge Medical Centre, tree work. This falls within the Terms of reference & Delegation Scheme for this committee.
75/19/PC Date of the next meeting
Members noted that the next meeting of this committee meeting would be held on Wednesday 18th December 2019 at 7pm The Old Courthouse, Jaycroft Road, Burnham-on-Sea.
The Chairman closed the meeting at 20:15