Agenda item - BH2017/03648 - 7 Howard Terrace, Brighton - Full Planning

Change of use and part demolition of existing storage buildings (B8) to form of 1x one bed flat, 1x two bed flat, 2x three bedroom houses, cycle storage and associated works.

RECOMMENDATION - GRANT

Change of use and part demolition of existing storage buildings (B8) to form of 1x one bed flat, 1x two bed flat, 2x three bedroom houses, cycle storage and associated works.

(1)          This application was deferred from the Committee meeting on 18 July 2018 to allow Members to visit the site.

Officer Introduction

(2)          The Principal Planning Officer, Gareth Giles, introduced the application and gave a presentation by reference to plans, elevational drawings, photographs and floor plans. He stated that the main considerations in determining the application related to: the principle of the change of use, the impact on the character and appearance of the area, impact on neighbour amenity, standard of accommodation provided, highways and sustainability issues. 15 letters objecting to the proposal and one letter supporting the proposal had been received.

Debate and decision making process

(3)          The Committee unanimously voted to grant planning permission.

31.4    RESOLVED: That the Committee has taken into consideration and agrees with the reasons for the recommendation set out in the report and resolves to GRANT planning permission subject to the Conditions and Informatives detailed in the report.