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PLANNING APPLICATIONS WITHIN THE PARISH OF BRYMPTON

YEAR COMMENCING 1ST JANUARY 2005

05/00045/FUL - the erection of a single storey extension to rear of dwellinghouse (GR353006/116894)

5 Kingsland Grange

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/00136/FUL - the erection of a first floor extension to dwellinghouse (GR 353039/116730)

4 Malmesbury Way

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/00148S73 - application to vary condition 02 of decision notice 952072 i.e. to permit the sale of all types of electrical goods from unit 4 (GR 352925/1116478)

Halfords Unit, 4 Mead Avenue

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/00208/FUL - The erection of a conservatory to rear of dwellinghouse (GR 352597/116255)

19 Jasmine Close

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/00240/FUL - the erection of industrial/warehouse facility with ancillary office all within use classes B1, B2 and B8 (GR 352730/116790)

Plot 28 Part Mead Avenue

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/00296/FUL - the display of various internally illuminated wall mounted and free standing pylon signs (GR352963/116710)

Plot 15B Houndstone Business Park, Mead Avenue

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

BPC noted that at least 2 current trees were to be removed as part of the landscaping. BPC but cannot see that this is justified, as little change would be required to save them. Can we assume the remaining trees will be kept? The Parish is concerned to see an impenetrable barrier along Western Avenue together with ‘structural’ planting to break up building lines and would prefer this to have an all year round effect. The Parish Council would like to comment on proposals for landscaping before officer approval.

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/00324/FUL - the erection of an extension to existing dining room and kitchen (GR 351946/117016)

Lufton Manor College, Lufton

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/00326/LBC -- the erection of an extension to existing dining room and kitchen (GR 351946/117016)

Lufton Manor College, Lufton

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/00392/FUL - The erection of a three storey office building with associated car parking (GR 352435/117072)

Plot 2 Lufton 2000 Boundary Way

RECOMMENDATION: APPROVAL, however the Parish Council would recommend that the car parking be designed to take future expansion into account, since the further growth of this business is likely and existing staff will not be able to use the current overflow car park for much longer. The Parish Council also note that the office appears out of scale next to the much larger warehouse and could be improved with stronger architectural features. The Council has concerns that recent planting in the northern corner of the site may be lost.

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/00394/FUL - the erection of a garage to serve No. 25 Sleight Close (GR 353439/116695)

Land adjacent to 23 Sleight Close

RECOMMENDATION: Approval, but note the slight set-back and resulting shorter garage/different pitch roof may result in a less than perfect street scene.

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/00432/FUL - Removal of existing temporary building and the construction of industrial/warehousing facility with ancillary offices all within Use Classes B1 (Business), B2 (General Industry) and B8 (Storage and Distribution) (GR 352911/116609)

Screwfix Direct, Houndstone Business Park, Mead Avenue

RECOMMENDATION: APPROVAL. Due to the desire to ensure effective masking of the new building without obstructing the pavements, etc., the Parish Council would like to be consulted on the detailed landscaping scheme before it is formally approved by the Authority (assuming normal conditions apply).

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/00477/REM - The erection of a building to provide warehouse style storage and office accommodation (Reserved Matters of 99/02363/R3D)(GR 352069/116958)

Plot 18 George Smith Way, Houndstone Business Park

RECOMMENDATION: APPROVAL in principle, however this site is clearly visible from Odcombe through a gap in the exiting mature tree line (deciduous). The Parish Council requests that a large evergreen tree be planted in the gap (by the attenuation pond) to provide year round screening. Further, since this is a building at the edge of the industrial area adjacent to Lufton and visible from surrounding countryside the Parish Council recommend that previous planning practice be followed, with visible edge of settlement buildings being in low visibility dark colours (nearby former edge of settlement buildings are olive green, and this practice appears common). Inclusion of screening and camouflage guidance in the design brief for George Smith Way would support policy ST5 and may recover some of the loss of visual amenity currently suffered by neighbours in Odcombe, etc.. The Parish Council recognises that light grey buildings are appropriate within the main body of the industrial area, since it reduces apparent 'massing' and blends with some skies.

APPLICATION WITHDRAWN

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05/00492/FUL - the erection of a conservatory to rear of dwellinghouse (GR 353590/117450)

67 Tintagel Road

Recommendation: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/00503/FUL - the erection of a building and development for use as a Gym/Fitness Centre (Use Class D2)(GR 352151/116841)

Plot 23 George Smith Way, Houndstone Business Park

Recommendation: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/00519/FUL – the erection of a conservatory to the rear of dwelling (GR352434/116181)

47 Heather Way

RECOMMENDATION:- Approve

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/00530/ADV - the display of 4 no. externally illuminated fascia signs, 2 no., externally illuminated totem signs, 2 non illuminated signs and one internally illuminated sign (GR 352965/116040)

Brewsters Yeovil, Alvington Lane

RECOMMENDATION: - Signs only to be lit during opening hours
Signs A, B, C, D, E, F - recommend approval
Sign G - 2000mm high totem single sided sign externally illuminated by pelmet lighting - New sign is much larger and lighter in colour than current sign so it should be sufficiently prominent without integral lighting. Would prefer no illumination to maintain homogenous street scene (other signs are not integrally illuminated).
Sign H - 4000mm high totem double sided externally illuminated by pelmet lighting "House Name" - It is considered that the new sign will be overly dominant in the street scene and should be refused. A smaller sign (3000mm max) with similar proportions would be acceptable. Should give clear directions ("next left") from the east only and keep lighting subtle to preserve the street scene.

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with conditions

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05/00654/S73 - Section 73 amendment of approved plans, alteration to shape and gradient of approved footpath and landscaping, removal of concrete steps to badger area (GR 353038/116497)

Parcel 6, Abbey Manor Park

RECOMMENDATION: Refusal

The Parish Council is very disappointed that a suitable play area has not been provided. This was a requirement of the original approval and further exacerbates the shortfall in provision in this area. (the Chamberlain Phipps factory site has no playspace). It is also disappointed at the way this came about, since there was no original requirement for a path at this location.

There are serious concerns about the safety of the fencing at the bottom and the absence of any sensible barriers within the site - these measures are not sufficient to stop children cutting across the land on bikes or using the area as a skate board park. Either would spread gravel from the French drains and might result in collisions with pedestrians or the fence. Very dense landscaping is required to encourage users to stay on the path.
BPC is disappointed that no provision for the installation of steps has been made. BPC is extremely disappointed at the lack of a play area.

The Parish Council originally agreed to an SSDC proposal to stop up the steps, but formally reversed its decision based on advice from a Badger Consultant (also used by SSDC) and based on the very high demand observed on this path. The advice given to the Parish Council was that the least disturbance option for the badgers was to create a clearly marked path around the back of the sett to the steps. This coincides with the line of the bridge over the stream where pedestrian traffic comes from the King Arthur Drive/Larkhill Road areas. The Badger Consultant was concerned that the lack of passing people providing supervision of the badger sett area (through the removal of this very well used path) would result in children and animals being free to disturb the badgers unhindered. Attempts at preventing pedestrian access to Acer Drive were thought unlikely to be successful.

DECISION BY SSDC: APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS

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05/00561/FUL - the erection of a conservatory to the rear of dwelling (GR 353243/116934)

56 The Toose

Recommendation: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/00726/FUL – the erection of a conservatory to the rear of dwelling (GR 353488/117033)

10 Acer Drive

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/00753/OUT - mixed use development providing approx. 830 dwellings, primary school, local centre with shops, offices and community hall, link road between Western Avenue and Brimsmore House, improvement works to the local highway network, public open space, structural landscaping, woodland area and alterations to Brimsmore Tree Cottage (GR 353498/117877)

Land to the north of Thorne Lane, Yeovil

RECOMMENDATION: Approval, subject to:

The Parish Council has serious concerns about the traffic displacement to Preston Road. Two additional pedestrian crossings are required - one to access the open spaces north of the relief road and the other at the junction of Western Avenue/Thorne Lane to provide for Lufton KS residents. To minimise congestion and the adverse affects of traffic displacement, the Parish Council believes that the relief road should be brought forward as early as possible in the development.

The Council would like to see the application site apply for "Secured by Design" status. It believes this will not be onerous for the developer given the quality proposed for this development.

The Section 106 agreement should include for:
a community hall, sufficient for games, meetings (in a separate room) and storage,
bus shelters and the provision of bus stops in lay-bys;
the securing of vulnerable corners on roads (to protect the site on football match days)
sports installations should be provided fit for use, not just the provision of land
provision of a running/jogging route
DECISION BY SSDC: Not yet issued

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05/00772/FUL - extension and alterations to form supporters bar (GR352740/116887)

Yeovil Town Football Club, Huish Park

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS

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05/00886/TPO - application to fell two silver birch trees and carry out tree surgery works to a holly and laurel tree shown as with group G1 of the South Somerset District (Brympton No. 4)Tree Preservation Order 1997 (GR 352348/116275)

1 Brigadier Close

RECOMMENDATION: Refusal of the application to fell two silver birch trees (these trees were replacements as required by a previous planning consent). Approval of the tree surgery works.

SSDC - SPLIT DECISION

application to fell two silver birch trees and carry out tree surgery works to a holly tree – APPLICATION REFUSED

application to carry out tree surgery works to a laurel tree - APPROVED

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05/00905/ADV – the erection of three pole-mounted double-sided advertisements sited adjacent to Lufton Way

(GR 352511/116786)

Highwood, Houndstone Business Park, Lufton Way

RECOMMENDATION: APPROVAL

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/00917/FUL – the erection of a garden centre (GR 353220/116076) – Adjacent to parish

Land at Higher Farm Trading Estate, Bunford Lane

RECOMMENDATION: There are serious concerns about the impact of traffic on the adjacent roundabouts, especially on Saturdays when football is played at Huish Park. The Parish Council believe that a traffic impact study is required which takes into account all prospective development within the west of Yeovil, at peak shopping times and with a Championship football match going on. YTFC are under an obligation to deliver a 12,000 seat stadium within 3 years. We would remind Highways that special safety considerations apply at YTFC with respect to movement of large crowds and rapid response vehicles. Consultation should therefore take place with the members of YTFC's Safety Advisory Group.

APPLICATION WITHDRAWN

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05/00929/OUT - housing led mixed use development to provide approx. 620 dwellings, local neighbourhood centre and primary school site reservation on Lufton Key Site, land west of Boundary Road (GR351985/116577)

Land at Lufton, Lufton

RECOMMENDATION: Approval, subject to the following concerns being satisfactorily addressed:

The Parish Council has reservations about safety of the apparent proposal to use a shared usage area on the main road through the site. The Parish Council also has reservations about the principle of locating the village centre and school across the main road from the residential areas. Pedestrian crossings will be required to access the new village core and the MUGA. Additionally pedestrian access needs to be secured from the areas of Houndstone and Alvington.

The 2.5 storey "Focus" buildings shown on the edge of site at Boundary Road create an excessive contrast with the existing houses. The aims should be to complement the existing development. It appears that the layout of these 'frontage' buildings might encourage car parking on Boundary Road which would also be undesirable.

This site would be likely to have insufficient car parking provision if brought forward at only 1.5 space per dwelling. Many households will need two cars, partly because of the remote location. PPG3 calls for not more than 1.5 off-road spaces but emphasises providing the right amount (i.e. some general use on-road parking should be allowed to make up capacity).
Transport problems are identified in the application texts and reference is made to "holistic solutions" - it is not clear what this implies.

The Outdoor Play Space provision cannot be the school site, since the pitch drawn there will need to be dedicated to the School (The National Curriculum will place the pitch under heavy, continuous use and other SCC policies would prevent shared use). It is not clear that the application master plan secures the levels of Outdoor Play Space required under Policy CR2. The specific Local Plan figure was recently confirmed by District Executive and Area South.

The relocation of only one badger sett will not address the issue of wildlife protection sufficiently.

There are concerns that the road layout will lead to excessive vehicular traffic and speeds through the Lufton hamlet, particularly in the morning and evening peaks.

The Council does not like the way in which the village has been split into 'sectors' by retention of existing boundary lines. It feels this will undermine the establishment of a homogenous community spirit. It also does not support the segregation of affordable housing into one concentrated area.

The Section 106 Agreement should provide for:
the provision of both land and the erection of a multi-purpose community building
bus shelters and the provision of pull-in lay-bys;
the provision of a bus subsidy
the securing of vulnerable corners on roads (to protect the site on football match days)
sports installations should be provided fit for use, not just the provision of land
provision of a running route

AMENDED PLANS

With regard to the one cell of housing to be accessed from Boundary Road, the Parish Council does not consider this is necessary and ask that this be re-considered and access obtained from the new site. Other than a footpath/cycle path the Parish Council does not consider there is any need to break through into Boundary Road. There is an odd juxtaposition between the existing estate and the proposed development. The Parish Council is given to understand that new housing should not be erected within 3/4 of the height of mature existing trees and currently there are poplar trees in Boundary Road which are a well-known landmark and should be left alone. The detail in the Transport Assessment does not indicate any widening of Boundary Road to accommodate ‘casual’ parking that would undoubtedly occur, were this proposal be retained.

With regard to access to Lufton village a Traffic Regulation Order should be imposed on commencement of the development, specifically 30 mph through the lane and 20mph adjacent to the college. The actual road layouts serving development areas are unclear, and a a typical ‘cell’ layout would have been useful. The Parish Council would wish to see measures in place to reduce parking on the main through-road - possibly a clearway, a Traffic Regulation Order or appropriate use of street furniture and high kerbs. Parking provision, particularly at Local Centre/school, is not clear and the Parish Council would want assurances that a school bus can turn within the school site. It is not evident from the drawings where bus stops are intended to be sited and off-road parking bays are required to ensure that traffic continues to move smoothly. With regard to the transport assessment, the Council would like to know when will the provision of mitigation measures be implemented - it is believed that solutions are needed sooner rather than later.

Community provision within the school will not be acceptable. There is room on site for community facilities. A new estate of this size warrants a separate hall, to enable the residents to become a community. The Council would like to see the school designed in such a way that it is clear to everyone, especially drivers, that this is a school

There are concerns that the MUGA within the school site detracts from the overall play area provision for the site - can the developer confirm that the overall site provision of play areas ( excluding school facilities) complies with requirements. Who will be expected to equip the NEAP and two LEAPs on site?

The Parish Council is concerned that the design of buildings on this key site, with particular reference to height, should be considered carefully in the context of the surroundings. There are concerns that the views currently enjoyed by adjacent villages will be greatly spoiled. Landscaping measures should be put in place as quickly as possible to ensure minimal visual disturbance.

The Parish Council hope that, with the scale of this application and the amount of information provided with it, that it has not missed anything. However, if it has, any such issues can hopefully be addressed as further details are put together. The Parish Council will be placing much reliance on the Council's Planning Officers and other professionals to deliver a successful and acceptable development on what is seen as an important transitional approach between the rural villages and the suburbs of Yeovil.

The Parish Council would also wish to retain an active involvement in the planning process for this site.

THIS APPLICATION HAS BEEN WITHDRAWN

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05/00931/OUT - housing led mixed use development to provide approx. 620 dwellings, local neighbourhood centre and primary school site reservation on Lufton Key Site, land west of Boundary Road (GR351985/116577)

Land at Lufton, Lufton

RECOMMENDATION: As for 05/00929/OUT above.

DECISION BY SSDC: APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS

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05/00953/FUL - the erection of a conservatory to rear of property (GR352416/116237)

39 Heather Way

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/00968/FUL – the erection of a conservatory to south elevation of dwellinghouse (GR353161/117109)

42 Arlington Close

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/01027/FUL – the erection of a single storey storage building (GR352517/116782)

Highwood, Warrior Avenue, Houndstone Business Park

RECOMMENDATION: Refusal

This has a severe visual impact and a loss of light on people working at the Dorset & Somerset Strategic Health Authority. There are alternative locations on this site which should be considered.

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/01050/FUL – the retention of 8 chalet units for the teaching of life skills to students (GR351946/117016)

Lufton Manor College, Lufton

RECOMMENDATION: Approval – would like a time limit imposed on the approval so that consideration is given to replacing the units with more permanent buildings in due course.

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/01070/ADV – the display of an externally illuminated wall mounted sign & 2 non-illuminated free standing signs (GR 352548/116916)

Dorset & Somerset Strategic Health Authority, Lufton Way

RECOMMENDATION: Approval, subject to satisfactory drainage arrangements to the brick wall to prevent flooding.

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/01090/ADV – the display of an internally illuminated wall mounted sign (GR 352764/116591)

Suzuki Ribcraft, Edward Close

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/01143/FUL – the erection of a conservatory to the rear of dwelling (GR353425/116451),

6 Lime Kiln

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/01220/FUL- the carrying out of external alterations to front and side elevations and installation of security bollards and erection of a wall (GR352952/116464) – partially within parish

Halfords Store Unit 4, Western Avenue

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/01288/FUL – Proposed cladding of existing building (GR 352337/117199)

Yeovil Fabrications Ltd, Oak Way

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/01303/FUL - the temporary siting of 2 no. portakabins to the rear of existing building (GR352228/116821)

9 Artillery Road, Brympton

RECOMMENDATION:

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/01328/COU – change of use of premises from use class B1 to gymnasium together with associated uses (use class D2)

Units 2 – 6 Bofors Park, Artillery Road

RECOMMENDATION: REFUSE for the following reasons:

Loss of employment land and Increase in traffic movement

APPLICATION WITHDRAWN

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05/01329/FUL – the provision of temporary staff and student facilities (GR 351450/116857)

Land at Lufton Manor, Lufton

RECOMMENDATION: APPROVAL

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/01453/FUL – erection of building for light industrial units (GR352614/117215)

Cavity Trays Ltd, Boundary Avenue

RECOMMENDATION: APPROVAL

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/01479/FUL – the erection of a garage and a two storey extension to dwellinghouse (GR353258/116951)

60 The Toose

RECOMMENDATION: REFUSE for the following reasons:

Over-development of the site

Development is too close to the boundary.

Visual impact of garage on neighbour.

Reduced visibility for vehicles exiting from behind the property

DECISION BY SSDC: REFUSAL

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05/01495/FUL – the retention of a supporters bar and general alterations (GR352740/116887)

Yeovil Town Football Club, Huish Park, Lufton Way

RECOMMENDATION: APPROVAL, subject to this being temporary for one year only, no further extension of time should be permitted. Should this be put forward again, the Parish Council will recommend refusal.

DECISION BY SSDC: APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS

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05/01501/R3C – erection of salt barn (GR 352635/116752)

Somerset County Council Depot, Mead Avenue

RECOMMENDATION: APPROVAL

DECISION BY SSDC: No objection

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05/01518/FUL – the erection of a conservatory to the rear of dwelling (GR353635/117579)

247 Larkhill Road

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/01541/FUL – erection of a single storey extension to dwellinghouse (GR352950/117303)

25 Shrewsbury Road

RECOMMENDATION: APPROVAL

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/01652/FUL – the erection of a conservatory to rear of dwellinghouse (GR352249/116159)

57 Fennel Way

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/01720/FUL – alterations to form bay window, porch & false balcony to front elevation of dwellinghouse (GR352605/116243)

17 Jasmine Close

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/01764/FUL - erection of a two storey side extension and a conservatory to the rear of dwellinghouse (GR353743/116738)

11 Plover Court

RECOMMENDATION: Approval. It is possible that the appearance would be improved with a hip roof on the extension roof.

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/01800/FUL – erection of a single storey replacement extension to dwellinghouse (GR351238/117344)

Hamley House, Balls Hill, Lufton

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/01894/REM – the erection of a new building accommodating office, printing and warehouse areas (re-submission of 05/00477/REM)(GR352069/116958)

Plot 18 George Smith Way, Houndstone Business Park

RECOMMENDATION: Approval, subject to:

1. Colour of roof and sides should be selected to minimise visual impact from houses to be built at Lufton Key Site and Odcombe, in accordance with policies ST5 and EC2 of the South Somerset Local Plan.

2. Additional planting carried out to thicken the tree screen to the south.

3. There are concerns about possible noise disturbance from out-of-hours working, in particular to the houses to be built at Lufton Key Site and existing properties at Lufton Manor and in Lufton village.

DECISION BY SSDC: APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS

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05/01936/FUL – the erection of a conservatory to rear of dwellinghouse (GR 352389/116205)

63 Heather Way

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/01964/FUL – the erection of an extension to provide toilet and housing for sand blasting plant (GR352372/116967)

9B Limber Road

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/02009/ADV – the display of 2 no. flagpoles and 1 no. externally illuminated banner sign (GR352804/116477)

Westerly BMW, Mead Avenue

RECOMMENDATION: Refusal. The externally illuminated banner sign is not visible to approaching traffic and public. It would be intrusive to adjacent flats and serves no useful purpose. The Parish Council note this is a retrospective application for the flag poles.

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/02048/COU – change of use of land to extend residential curtilage, 45 Heather Way

RECOMMENDATION: Refusal. Not withstanding that this is a very small area of incidental open space, BPC cannot support this application. BPC does not wish a precedent to be created where public open space can be annexed and become part of a residential curtilage. This is also against Local Plan Policy CR4 Provision of Amenity Open space.

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition

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05/02105/FUL – alterations and the erection of a two storey extension to dwellinghouse (GR351749/116892)

Bridge Cottage, Cartgate Link road

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with conditions

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05/02122/FUL - erection of mini satellite dish (GR353319/116699)

10 Tresco Spinney

RECOMMENDATION: APPROVAL

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition

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05/02259/COU – the use of premises as a fire and fireplace showroom and store (retrospective application)(GR352686/116677)

6 Mead Avenue

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition

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05/02373/FUL - the erection of a conservatory to rear of dwellinghouse (GR 353386/117120)

3 Elmleigh

RECOMMENDATION: APPROVAL

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition

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05/02380/FUL - the erection of a single storey rear kitchen extension (GR352995/116894)

9 Kingsland Grange

RECOMMENDATION: APPROVAL

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with conditions

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05/02453/FUL - internal and external alterations to existing Motorist Centre to form a separate retail unit (Use Class A1)

(GR352786/116653) (adjoining Parish)

Unit 4, Houndstone Business Park, Mead Avenue

RECOMMENDATION: APPROVAL

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/02449/FUL - the erection of a two-storey side extension to dwellinghouse (GR353240/116653)

14 Evesham Avenue

RECOMMENDATION: APPROVAL

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05/02632/R3C – Renewal of Planning permission for siting of temporary classroom E664

Preston Primary School, The Toose (GR 353309/117084)

RECOMMENDATION: REFUSAL – would prefer to see a permanent classroom instead of another extension to this temporary permission.

DECISION BY SSDC: No objection

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05/02694/FUL – demolition of existing building and construction of 4 no. 2 bedroom terraced houses.

The Hive, Avalon Garage, Tintinhull Road, Chilthorne Domer – adjacent to parish

Previous refused application no. 05/00282/COU dated 1.4.2005

RECOMMENDATION: APPROVAL

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05/02782/FUL – the provision of 3 new windows in the south elevation (GR352864/116606)

Plot 29, Termare Close, Brympton

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: Approved with condition(s)

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05/02704/FUL – The erection of a ground floor extension to premises (GR353355/116957)

The Arrow, The Forum

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS

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05/02719/FUL – the provision of new gates and fencing (GR352870/116206)

Yeovil Crematorium, Bunford Lane

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS

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05/02825/OUT – erection of an A3 restaurant with drive through and associated alterations to car park (re-submission of 04/03081/OUT) (GR 352957/116419) – adjacent to parish

Car Park, Houndstone Retail Park, Western Avenue

RECOMMENDATION: Refusal

The Parish Council does not consider that CCTV will be an effective deterrent to anti-social behaviour. It would not record evidence of noise pollution, which is considered to be the likely nuisance. Additionally, there is doubt about the quality of any evidence which might be gathered about people in vehicles, especially at night, or people gathering adjacent to retail premises (see previous comments below).

The Council notes that the applicant is not offering to cover all costs associated with CCTV monitoring.

There is a current height restriction at the entrance to the car park, which was introduced to control access and which should remain.

All of our previous comments made in December 2004 still apply, namely:

Nuisance - The gates currently controlling access to the site will have to be removed or remain open until late. This means that the car park will become an attractive meeting point (the barrier was approved in 2002 to alleviate nuisance to adjacent residents). Late night noise caused by vehicles/sound systems and young people will be a nuisance, particularly in summer when residents have bedroom windows open.
Crime and Disorder - BPC has concerns for the security of adjacent retail stores, especially given the need to increase permeability of the site for pedestrian access, the likelihood of use as a meeting point and the likelihood of drunken behaviour (e.g. after matches or late at night
Litter - BPC would expect greatly increased littering in the area, especially under the portico of the existing stores and along local roads. If the development were to go ahead BPC would recommend conditions requiring bio-degradable packaging and additional litter picking arrangements within, say a quarter mile.
Transport - Existing non-car access arrangements to the retail park are considered poor with pedestrians conflicting with vehicle flows. Additionally there is no pedestrian/cycle access at the ASDA roundabout corner (desire line present) or from the Houndstone direction corner. The crossing arrangements at the ASDA roundabout and site entrance have been heavily criticised. Improvements at the ASDA roundabout are delayed until after any enlargement thereof and Highways have yet to install the approved footpath on the northern side of Stourton Way. This application will encourage an increase in car use within an already congested area and contrary to the principles of sustainable transport

DECISION BY SSDC: APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS

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05/02954/FUL – the erection of a two storey side extension and a porch to front of dwellinghouse (GR352282/116466)

139 Roe Avenue

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

DECISION BY SSDC: APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS

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05/03036/FUL – the erection of a two storey extension to side of dwellinghouse (GR352260/116364)

130 Richie Road

RECOMMENDATION: Approval

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05/03060/REM – proposed garden centre (GR353244/116151) - adjacent to parish

Land at Higher Farm, Bunford Lane

RECOMMENDATION: Refusal

There are serious concerns about the impact of extra traffic on the Asda roundabout and the level of traffic at peak periods, especially weekends and during match days.

This application could potentially affect the solution of the problems around the Asda roundabout and highway impacts should be included in the western corridor study.

It will be difficult for users of the existing industrial units to the east of the site to access their sites with this layout.

The Parish Council consider that an access (pedestrian or vehicular) through to the ASDA premise would enhance the proposal, allowing people to combine shopping trips. Unless there is a pedestrian access between Asda and the proposed centre, there will be a great increase in short car journeys, contrary to the principles of sustainability

The parish council query whether this is efficient use of designated employment land given up reluctantly at the outline stage.

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05/03087/FUL – The erection of a two storey extension and garage (re-submission) (GR353258/116951)

60 The Toose

RECOMMENDATION: Having re-visited the site the Parish Council recommend REFUSAL of this application for the following reasons:-

Over-development of the site.

Development is too close to the boundary.

Visual impact.

Reduced visibility for vehicles exiting from behind the property.

Parked vehicles could block the rear access of the middle property.

DECISION BY SSDC: REFUSED

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05/03201/FUL – Residential development of land with substitution of house types on plots 142-140 on planning approval 02/01024/REM and the addition of plots 160-165 (GR 353123/117405)

Farthing Place, Parcel 7 Stourton Way

RECOMMENDATION: REFUSAL
The additional dwellings represent an over-development of the site, not supported by playspace, amenity space and other infrastructure.
High buildings on one side creates a lack of balance to the street scene and it fails to respect the original streetscene/concept. There is a lack of appropriate "set-back" given that the houses opposite are two-storey.
The original scheme was designed to "feather in" the three-storey blocks, placing them within less sensitive areas. This has been lost with the revised design.
The overbearing buildings would have a considerable impact on the residential amenity of neighbours.
Should the Council be minded to approve the application the Parish Council believe that contributions should be sought at full cost for education and play. A proportionate contribution should be sought to the cost of a Toucan
crossing over Stourton Way and Thorne Lane.

APPLICATION WITHDRAWN

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05/03202/FUL - The demolition of existing single storey extension and the erection of two storey and single storey extension to dwellinghouse (GR 352293/116501)

17 Roe Avenue

RECOMMENDATION: Approval. The Parish Council note that the porch design is unique in the area.

DECISION BY SSDC: APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS

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05/03300/FUL – the erection of a conservatory to side elevation of dwellinghouse (GR353595/117330)

55 King Arthur Drive

Recommendation: Approval.
DECISION BY SSDC: APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS

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05/03366/FUL – re-cladding of existing building to obtain permanent approval (GR352610/116418)

Plot 24 Mead Avenue

Recommendation: Refusal - due to lack of information about proposed use for this building and absence of associated parking/transport implications in an area that already suffers from traffic problems.

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05/03441 /REM – proposed garden centre (resubmission of 05/03060/REM) (GR353244/116151) - adjacent to parish

Land at Higher Farm, Bunford Lane

RECOMMENDATION: REFUSAL, the previous comments are still applicable (as listed below), especially as there is now no turning bay for delivery vehicles:-

There are serious concerns about the impact of extra traffic on the Asda roundabout and the level of traffic at peak periods, especially weekends and during match days.

This application could potentially affect the solution of the problems around the Asda roundabout and highway impacts should be included in the western corridor study.

It will be difficult for users of the existing industrial units to the east of the site to access their sites with this layout.

The parish council query whether this is efficient use of designated employment land given up reluctantly at the outline stage.

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05/03442/ADV – the siting of 3 no. non illuminated sign boards (GR 353687/117215)

Former Chamberlain Phipps Factory Site, Larkhill Road

RECOMMENDATION: APPROVAL

DECISION BY SSDC: APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS

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