BRERETON AND RAVENHILL PARISH COUNCIL
DISTRICT OF CANNOCK CHASE COUNTY OF STAFFORDSHIRE
Minutes
PLANNING COMMITTEE
To be held at: the Parish Hall, Ravenhill Park, Brereton, Rugeley. WS15 1DU
Thursday 15th February 8.30pm – 9.30pm
WELCOME
Cllrs Present: C. Harris (CH)(Chair), M Blackham (MB), R Hall (RH), K Theobald (KT), A Cowdell (AC),
APOLOGIES
Cllrs Absent: apologies were received from J Gascoigne (JG), which were accepted.
In Attendance: PR Whibley (Clerk)
1. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST IN ANY ITEMS ON THE AGENDA
None.
2. FORMAL ANNOUNCEMENTS BY THE CHAIR
None.
3. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
None.
4. AGREEING THE MINUTES FROM THE PREVIOUS MEETING N/A
5. MATTERS ARISING FROM PREVIOUS MEETING N/A
6. APPLICATIONS PENDING/UNDER DISCUSSION
6.1 CH/23/0395 55 Coalpit Lane, Brereton Rugeley WS15 1EW Addition of fencing and larger gates to existing wall to the front of the property Decision Date: 12 Jan 2024 Decision Level: Delegated Decision: Full-Refusal https://planning.agileapplications.co.uk/cannock/application-details/26764
The applicant has had this application refused. The applicant sought advice from the Chair of the Planning Committee as they wanted to appeal. A member of the Planning Committee explained to the house owner what the process involved and what steps were needed to be followed. This advice involved the address and telephone number of the relevant department to contact and what forms they needed to request.
The Planning Committee on behalf of the Parish Council had no objections to this application.
Minutes Approved by Chair / Acting Chair : ………………………… Date: ……………………
6.2 CH/23/0396 27 Garden Drive Rugeley WS15 1BX Erection of a single story rear extension Decision Date: 30 Jan 2024 Decision Level; Delegated Decision: Refused https://planning.agileapplications.co.uk/cannock/application-details/26861 CH/24/033 Prior approval for the erection of a single story rear extension https://planning.agileapplications.co.uk/cannock/application-details/26980
The meeting decided that the proposal would have to fully adhere to the allowed percentage increase within the building regulations regarding an extension.
The Planning Committee on behalf of the Parish Council had no objections to this application, but will fully support the decision of the Development Control of Cannock Chase District Council.
6.3 CH/23/0419 110 Main Road, Brereton Rugeley WS15 1DY Lawful Development Certificate for the change of use to remain Class C2 to provide a care home for up to three people Date Registration 10 Jan 2024 https://planning.agileapplications.co.uk/cannock/application-details/26889
The members of the meeting had been unable to find any evidence that the building had previously been used as a Care Home. A great deal of discussion followed which echoed the comments expressed in the official police report. The Philomena Protocol was also discussed. The meeting felt that the proposal didn’t explain fully how the need for additional parking would be met and whether the boundary fencing would have to be upgraded,
The Planning Committee on behalf of the Parish Council had no objections to this application, but will fully support the decision of the Development Control of Cannock Chase District Council.
6.4 CH/24/023 Springs Farm, Coalpit Lane Brereton WS15 1EW Erection of a machinery store Date Registration 25 Jan 2024 Closing Date: 20 Feb 2024 https://planning.agileapplications.co.uk/cannock/application-details/26954
The meeting was aware that there are vehicles/machinery already parked in this area. Some existing farm buildings are nearby. It was mentioned that previous planning permission for a different development had been refused. Some parishioners have expressed their concerns that this application may in the future lead to the former being reapplied for, or a change of use of this proposal being sought. The meeting felt there wasn’t enough information to support this application. There were no detailed plans of dimensions and so no way of deciding what effect this would have on the surrounding houses.
The Planning Committee on behalf of the Parish Council does not support this application and has expressed their objection to the Development Control of Cannock Chase District Council.
Minutes Approved by Chair / Acting Chair : ………………………… Date: ……………………
6.5 CH/24/026 64B Main Road, Brereton Rugeley Ws15 1DU Change of use from barbers (use class E0 to hot food takeaway (SUI Generis) Date Registration: 30 Jan 2024 Closing Date: 20 Feb 2024 https://planning.agileapplications.co.uk/cannock/application-details/26877
The meeting discussed several issues which were of concern of this proposal involving noise, opening times and smell. A need for the installation of a hygiene plan to ensure that the additional odours coming from the premises drifting into the neighbouring houses could be minimised. Whether it is planned to become a ‘footfall’ premises with vehicles continually arriving/departing at extended times of the day.
The Planning Committee on behalf of the Parish Council had no objections to this application, but will fully support the decision of the Development Control of Cannock Chase District Council.
6.6 CH/24/032 39 Attlee Crescent Brereton, Rugeley WS15 1BP Erection of an ancillary dwelling to the rear of 39 Attlee Crescent Date Registration: 5 Feb 2024 Closing Date: 26 Feb 2024 https://planning.agileapplications.co.uk/cannock/application-details/26977
The meeting is aware of the strict planning laws regarding the building and use of a brick built garden room to be used with the intention of sleeping in. If the applicate meets all those legal requirements then the Planning Committee on behalf of the Parish Council had no objections to this application, but will fully support the decision of the Development Control of Cannock Chase District Council.
7. DATE OF NEXT MEETING
There is no way of predicting when the committee will be presented with a planning application, which needs their consideration. As such there is a need for flexibility in the manner of their discussions. If email comments are requested the Chair will set a deadline date after which it will be assumed all comments have been received. Meetings will be held as and when required, but at least 5 clear days prior to the closing date. Usually, these will be arranged immediately prior to all other meetings on the third Thursday of the month, prior to the Full Council. All meetings will be published on the council’s website and Facebook page.