Agenda item - BH2015/04378 - Land rear of 28-30 Longhill Road, Brighton - Full Planning

Demolition of existing dwelling at 28 Longhill Road and erection of 2no single dwellings.

RECOMMENDATIION – GRANT

Demolition of existing dwelling at 28 Longhill Road and erection of 2no single dwellings.

1)           It was noted that the application had been the subject of a site visit prior to the meeting.

Officer Introduction

2)               The Planning Manager introduced the application and gave a presentation by reference to plans, photographs, visuals and elevational drawings. It was explained that the South Downs National Park was approximately 150 metres to the south of the proposed development. The converted annex was to be demolished to gain access from the rear of the development. The site would not affect the neighbouring properties amenity as there would be no significant loss of light, outlook or privacy. The application was recommended for approval for the reasons set out in the report.

Questions for the Officers

3)               In response to Councillor C. Theobald it was explained that the woodland area would be protected.

4)               In response to Councillor Miller it was clarified that an informative could be added in relation to the white render material.

Debate and Decision Making

5)               Councillor C. Theobald noted that she was personally not in favour of back site developments, but it was a large site; therefore, would not be objecting to the application.

6)               Councillor Littman noted that he was not of the view that the application complied with policy SA4 and would therefore be voting against the application.

7)               Councillor Inkpin-Leissner stated that housing was needed in the city and he believed that it was suitable for the area; therefore, would be supporting the officers recommendation.

8)               A vote was taken by the 11 Members present and the Officer recommendation that the Committee grant planning permission was carried on a vote of 9 in support, and 2 against.

18.11    RESOLVED – That the Committee has taken into consideration and agrees with the reasons for the recommendation set out in section 11 of the report and the policies and guidance in section 7 and resolves to GRANT planning permission subject to the conditions and informatives set out in section 11.

Note: Councillor Hyde was not present for the consideration and vote on the application.