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APPLICATION No:

EPF/1182/18

SITE ADDRESS:

Land west of Froghall Lane

Chigwell

Essex

PARISH:

Chigwell

WARD:

Grange Hill

DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL:

Hybrid application requesting full planning permission for an assisted living development comprising of apartments and integrated communal and support facilities; landscaped residents' gardens; staff areas; refuse storage; construction of a new site access; a sustainable urban drainage system; a new sub-station and associated infrastructure and services, and outline planning permission for a 0.45 hectare extension of the cemetery

DECISION:

Refused

1

The proposal would constitute inappropriate development in the Green Belt. Inappropriate development is, by definition, harmful to the Green Belt. In addition, the proposal would cause significant additional harm to the openness of the Green Belt and conflict with its fundamental purpose of keeping land permanently open. The very special circumstances advanced by the applicant do not clearly outweigh the identified harms to the Green Belt and the other harms identified from the proposal. Therefore, the development is contrary to the guidance contained within the National Planning Policy Framework, policies GB2A and GB7A of the Adopted Local Plan, with policy DM4 of the Epping Forest Local Plan (Submission Version) 2017 and the Green Belt objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework 2021.

2

The proposal fails to provide sufficient financial contributions towards off-site affordable housing needs as required by policy H2 of the Epping Forest Local Plan (Submission Version) 2017. The scheme’s viability demonstrates that there remains significant scope for an increased financial contribution to be secured towards the affordable housing needs of the District. The proposal is therefore contrary to policy H2 of the Epping Forest Local Plan (Submission Version) 2017 and with the objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework 2021.

3

The proposal, due to the inadequate on-site provision made for parking, is likely to lead to increased demand for parking in the surrounding roads which in turn undermines the principle of seeking to discourage on-street parking in the locality. It is therefore contrary to chapter 4 of the NPPF and policy ST6 of the Epping Forest District Local Plan and alterations including the Essex Parking Standards (2009) for a development of this nature.

4

The application has not robustly demonstrated that the proposals will not cause adverse harm to the integrity of the Epping Forest Special Area of Conservation. There are also no alternative solutions or imperative reasons of overriding public interest why the development should be permitted. Accordingly, the development is contrary to policies CP1 and CP6 of the Adopted Local Plan and Alterations, policies DM2 and DM22 of the Epping Forest Local Plan (Submission Version) 2017 and with the requirements of the National Planning Policy Framework 2021.

5

In the absence of a completed S106 Agreement, the Council is unable to secure relevant financial contributions relating to local healthcare provision; sustainable transport measures and air pollution mitigations in lieu of the Epping Forest Special Area  ...  view the full minutes text for item 7.

APPLICATION No:

EPF/0633/20

SITE ADDRESS:

233-235

Fencepiece Road

Chigwell

IG7 5DY

PARISH:

Chigwell

WARD:

Grange Hill

DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL:

Demolition of two semi-detached dwellings and replacement with x6 no. apartments with basement car park ** SAC CASE HELD IN ABEYANCE NOW PROGRESSING**

DECISION:

Refused

1

The proposed development is out of keeping with the street scene due to its design and materials and sets an adverse precedent in this area. The proposal is therefore contrary to policy DEB1  of the adopted Local Plan and Alterations,  policies DM 9 and DM 10 of the Submitted Version Local Plan 2017 and the National Planning Policy Framework.

2

The proposed development causes unacceptable harm to the amenities of the neighbouring properties by reasons of overlooking, noise and disturbance, including the operation of the car lift. The proposal is therefore contrary to policy DEB1, DEB2 and RP5A of the adopted Local Plan and Alterations,  policies DM 9 and DM 21 of the Submitted Version Local Plan 2017 and the National Planning Policy Framework.

3

The proposed development has inadequate provision for parking . The proposal is therefore contrary to policy ST6 of the adopted Local Plan and Alterations,  Policy T1 of the Submitted Version Local Plan 2017 and the National Planning Policy Framework.

APPLICATION No:

EPF/2502/20

SITE ADDRESS:

Land and Garages

Chequers Road Site B

Loughton

Essex

IG10 3QF

PARISH:

Loughton

WARD:

Loughton Alderton

DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL:

Erection of one residential building, accommodating 8 flats with associated parking spaces and landscaping.

** SAC case now progressing **

DECISION:

Deferred to DDMC

APPLICATION No:

EPF/2928/20

SITE ADDRESS:

2 The Uplands

Loughton

IG10 1NH

PARISH:

Loughton

WARD:

Loughton St Marys

DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL:

Demolition of existing garage structure. Erection of two semi-detached 2 bedroom (3 person) dwellings to rear of retained host dwelling.

**SAC CASE NOW PROGRESSING**

DECISION:

REFUSED

1

The proposed development, by reason of the intensification of residential use at the site and cramped nature of the development, the proposal would have a poor appearance, harmful to the character and appearance of the locality. It would also amount to harmful overdevelopment of the site, and set an undesirable precedent for permitting similarly harmful development within the locality. Therefore, the proposal is contrary to Policies CP2, CP7 & DBE1 of the adopted Local Plan 1998 & 2006, Policy DM9 of the Local Plan Submission Version 2017, and the NPPF.

2

The proposed development would result in the loss of on-street parking provision to the detriment of highway safety, contrary to Polices ST4 & ST6 of the adopted Local Plan 1998 & 2006, Policy T1 of the Local Plan Submission Version 2017, and the NPPF.

3

The proposal, by reason of its siting in close proximity to neighbouring properties would result in a greater sense of enclosure and material loss of outlook. As such the proposal fails to safeguard the living conditions of neighbouring amenities, contrary to Polices CP7 & DBE9 of the adopted Local Plan 1998 & 2006, Policy DM9 (h) of the Local Plan Submission Version 2017, and the NPPF.

4

The proposed development would result in an increase in surface water flooding detrimental to public amenity and contrary to Policies U1, U3A and U3B of the adopted Local Plan 1998 & 2006, Policies DM15, DM16 and DM18 of the Local Plan Submission Version 2017, and the NPPF.

5

The Council cannot be certain beyond reasonable scientific doubt that the proposed development either alone or in combination with other developments within the district will not adversely affect the integrity of the Epping Forest Special Area for Conservation and there are no alternative solutions or imperative reasons of overriding public interest why the proposed development should be permitted. Also, in the absence of an appropriate legal agreement to mitigate such adverse impacts, the proposed development is therefore contrary to Policies DM2 & DM22 of the Local Plan Submission Version 2017, Paragraph 180 of the NPPF, and the requirements of the Habitats Regulations 2017.

APPLICATION No:

EPF/2986/20

SITE ADDRESS:

98 Westbury Lane

Buckhurst Hill

IG9 5PW

PARISH:

Buckhurst Hill

WARD:

Buckhurst Hill West

DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL:

Demolition of existing buildings and erection of a replacement mixed use building to contain an office (Use Class E(g) (i)) and 2no. one bedroom apartments.

**SAC CASE NOW PROGRESSING**

DECISION:

Grant Permission (Subject to Legal Agreement)

1

The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.

2

The development hereby permitted shall be carried out and retained strictly in accordance with the following approved plans: 08658-A-L-(00)-X-0101, 08658-A-L-(00)-X-0102, 08658-A-L-(00)-X-0103, 08658-A-L-(00)-X-0104, 08658-A-L-(00)-X-0111, 08658-A-L-(00)-X-0112, 08658-A-L-(00)-X-0113, 08658-A-L-(00)-X-0114, and 08658-A-L-(00)-X-0115.

3

A) No work on any phase of the development (with the exception of demolition works where this is for the reason of making areas of the site available for site investigation), shall commence until an assessment of the risks posed by any contamination within that phase shall have been submitted to and approved in  writing by the Local Planning Authority. This assessment must be undertaken by a suitably qualified contaminated land practitioner, in accordance with British Standard BS 10175: Investigation of Potentially Contaminated Sites - Code of Practice and the Environment Agency's Guidelines for the Land Contamination: Risk Management (LCRM 2020) (or equivalent if replaced), and shall assess any contamination on the site, whether or not it originates on the site. The development shall only be carried out in accordance with the approved details unless the Local Planning Authority gives its written consent to any variation. The assessment shall include: (1) A survey of the extent, scale and nature of contamination and (2) An assessment of the potential risks to: human health; property (existing or proposed) including buildings, crops, livestock, pets, woodland, service lines and pipes; adjoining land; groundwater and surface waters; ecological systems; and archaeological sites and ancient monuments.

B) If following the risk assessment unacceptable risks are identified from land affected by contamination in that phase, no work on any phase of the development shall take place, until a detailed land remediation scheme has been completed. The scheme will be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority. The scheme shall include an appraisal of remediation options, identification of the preferred option(s), the proposed remediation objectives and remediation criteria, and a description and programme of the works to be undertaken including the verification plan. (The remediation scheme shall be sufficiently detailed and thorough to ensure that after remediation, as a minimum, land should not be capable of being determined as contaminated land under Part IIA of the Environmental Protection Act 1990). The development shall only be carried out in accordance with the approved scheme. Following the completion of the remediation works and prior to the first occupation of the development, a verification report by a suitably qualified contaminated land practitioner shall be submitted to and approved in writing by  ...  view the full minutes text for item 11.

APPLICATION No:

EPF/2619/21

SITE ADDRESS:

Albany Stud Farm

Epping New Road

Buckhurst Hill

IG9 5UA

PARISH:

Buckhurst Hill

WARD:

Buckhurst Hill West

DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSAL:

Replacement dwelling and associated works, including security hut & access road.

DECISION:

Grant Permission (With Conditions)

1

The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.

2

The development hereby permitted shall be carried out and retained strictly in accordance with the following approved plans: 001 rev B, 101, 200, 201, 202, 203, 204, 205, 220, 300, 301, 510, 511, 512 and 520; DFCP2994TPP Rev A, 181016-E01 rev C, and 181016-P01 rev C5.

3

Tree protection shall be installed as shown on DF Clark Bionomique 'Tree Protection Plan' drawing number DFCP 2994 TPP Rev A (dated February 2020) prior to the commencement of development activities (including any ground works). The methodology for development (including Arboricultural supervision) shall be undertaken in accordance with the submitted Tree Survey/ Arboricultural Method Statement reports.

4

No development shall take place, including any works of demolition, until an updated 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:

1. The parking of vehicles of site operatives and visitors

2. Loading and unloading of plant and materials

3. Storage of plant and materials used in constructing the development

4. The erection and maintenance of security hoarding including decorative displays and facilities for public viewing, where appropriate

5. Measures to control the emission of dust and dirt during construction, including wheel washing.

6. A scheme for recycling/disposing of waste resulting from demolition and construction works.

5

Prior to any above groundworks, a strategy to facilitate super-fast broadband for future occupants of the site shall have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority (LPA). The strategy shall seek to ensure that upon occupation of a dwelling, either a landline or ducting to facilitate the provision of a broadband service to that dwelling from a site-wide network, is in place and provided as part of the initial highway works and in the construction of frontage thresholds to dwellings that abut the highway, unless evidence is put forward and agreed in writing by the LPA that technological advances for the provision of a broadband service for the majority of potential customers will no longer necessitate below ground infrastructure. The development of the site shall be carried out in accordance with the approved strategy.

6

No development shall commence until a scheme to enhance the nature conservation interest of the site has been submitted to and agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The scheme shall be implemented in full prior to the occupation of the development hereby approved.

7

Prior to any above ground works, full details of both  ...  view the full minutes text for item 12.

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