Agenda and minutes

1. This virtual meeting is to be webcast. Members are reminded of the need to unmute before speaking.

2. The Chairman will read the following announcement:

“I would like to remind everyone present that this meeting will be broadcast live to the internet (or filmed) and will be capable of repeated viewing (or another use by such third parties).

Please could I also remind Members of the Public who have registered to speak that they will be admitted to the meeting at the appropriate time.

Please also be aware that if technical difficulties interrupt the meeting that cannot be overcome, I may need to adjourn the meeting.”

The Chairman welcomed members of the public to the virtual meeting and outlined the procedures and arrangements agreed by the Council, to enable persons to address the Sub-Committee in relation to the determination of applications for planning permission.

To confirm the minutes of the last meeting of the Sub-Committee held on 26 August 2020.

            Resolved:

That the minutes of the meeting of the Sub-Committee held on 26 August 2020 be taken as read and signed by the Chairman as a correct record.

To declare interests in any item on this agenda.

(a)            Pursuant to the Council’s Code of Member Conduct, Councillor A Patel declared a non-pecuniary interest in the following item of the agenda by virtue of being the Commercial and Regulatory Portfolio Holder. The Councillor had determined that he would remain in the meeting for the consideration of the application and voting thereon:

EPF/2668/19 – 1 Landmark House, 3 The Broadway, Loughton IG10 2FA

Section 100B(4)(b) of the Local Government Act 1972, requires that the permission of the Chairman be obtained, after prior notice to the Chief Executive, before urgent business not specified in the agenda (including a supplementary agenda of which the statutory period of notice has been given) may be transacted.

The Sub-Committee noted that there was no other urgent business for consideration at the meeting.

A Planning Policy Briefing Note (March 2018) has been produced by the Planning Policy Team to ensure that a consistent approach is taken to the provision of planning policy advice for the District, particularly in relation to the Epping Forest District Local Plan Submission Version, which was published on 18 December 2017.

The primary purpose of the Planning Policy Briefing Note is to inform the development management process and to provide assistance for Development Management Officers, Councillors, applicants and planning agents. The Planning Policy Briefing Note is available at:

http://www.efdclocalplan.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Planning-Policy-Briefing-Note_Mar-2018.pdf

The Sub-Committee noted that the Epping Forest District Local Plan Submission Version Planning Policy Briefing note was available at:

http://www.efdclocalplan.org/wpcontent/uploads/2018/03/Planning-Policy-Briefing-Note_Mar-2018.pdf

Members are reminded that for the duration of the coronavirus pandemic, as decided at the Group Leaders’ Meeting of 24 June 2020, no member site visits will be conducted.

Therefore, any planning application deferred for a site visit at an Area Planning Sub-Committee will be automatically referred to the District Development Management Committee for determination.

There were no formal site visits requested by the Sub-Committee.

To consider the attached report for a proposed replacement of a single dwelling with a new building consisting of 2 no. commercial units and 6 no. fully accessible apartments. (Revised application to EPF/0632/19).

Click on the link below to view related plans and documents for this case:

http://planpub.eppingforestdc.gov.uk/NIM.websearch/ExternalEntryPoint.aspx?SEARCH_TYPE=1&DOC_CLASS_CODE=PL&FOLDER1_REF=628980

Referred on a minority reference, with a recommendation to approve

Extra conditions – retention of brickwork – no render, Windows and doors to be of wood not aluminium, hours of delivery to retail units in line with shop opening hours (request re hours of construction will be in the CMS condition).

To consider the attached report for a new front facade to existing shell for public house with new front elevation signage and new air conditioning/ ventilation system.

Click on the link below to view related plans and documents for this case:

http://planpub.eppingforestdc.gov.uk/NIM.websearch/ExternalEntryPoint.aspx?SEARCH_TYPE=1&DOC_CLASS_CODE=PL&FOLDER1_REF=630153

REFUSED

1. The noise and odour ventilation and extraction systems cause intolerable nuisance to the residents of Landmark House and public, contrary to policy RP5A of the Local Plan and alterations and Policy DM21 of the SVLP.

2. The signage of the front is excessive and garish, causing significant harm the character and appearance of the street scene in this location contrary to policy DBE 13 of the Local Plan and alterations and policy DM13 of the SVLP.

Way Forward – extended the ventilation flues above roof level and switch off the systems when the premises is closed.

To consider the attached report for a proposed two storey side extension and loft conversion with remodelling of the garage.

Click on the link below to view related plans and documents for this case:

http://planpub.eppingforestdc.gov.uk/NIM.websearch/ExternalEntryPoint.aspx?SEARCH_TYPE=1&DOC_CLASS_CODE=PL&FOLDER1_REF=638218

Referred to DDMC on a minority reference, with a recommendation to approve.

To consider the attached report for a part single storey, part two storey rear extension and loft conversion.

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http://planpub.eppingforestdc.gov.uk/NIM.websearch/ExternalEntryPoint.aspx?SEARCH_TYPE=1&DOC_CLASS_CODE=PL&FOLDER1_REF=638655

Deferred for more information on whether a 2003 permission is still “live” and for better quality plans.