Variation of condition 2 of planning permission C16/0229/11/LL in order for the temporary marketing suite to remain on site for an additional 2 years
LOCAL MEMBER: Councillor Huw G Wyn Jones
Minutes:
Variation of condition 2 of planning permission
C16/0229/11/LL in order for the temporary marketing suite to remain on site for
an additional two years
Attention was drawn to the late observations forms
(a)
The Planning Manager elaborated on the background of
the application, and noted that this was an application to amend a condition on
the previous planning permission (C16/0299/11/LL) in order to extend the period
for placing a temporary marketing suite on site for an additional two years. It was explained that two time extensions had
already been granted, the latest with permission running until 31/03/18.
It was noted that the
building was used as a housing sales centre associated with the residential
development in Y Bae in Bangor. It was noted that the housing development had
been completed but it was understood that two units remained on the market. It
was hoped to have an extension of an additional two years until all the units
would be sold.
It was reported that the cabin was located within
the development boundary of Bangor and was of a reasonable size and location.
It was not considered that the cabin, or its occasional use, would have a
significant detrimental impact on the amenities of the nearby residents.
(b)
Taking advantage of the right to speak, the
applicant noted the following points:
·
The purpose of the building was to assist with the
marketing and sales element of the units in Phase 1 of the development
·
Two units were still for sale
·
The building was fit for purpose and was used to
meet potential buyers
·
It did not create an adverse visual impact
·
Any observations or discussions on phase 2 of the
development would be treated as a separate application
(c)
Taking
advantage of the right to speak, the Local Member (a member of this Planning Committee)
made the following points:
·
The marketing cabin was not being used
·
The member suspected that it had been closed for
two months
·
The two units that were still for sale were being
sold through local estate agents
·
Local residents suspected that this application for
a time extension to the cabin was for phase 2 of the development in Y Bae
·
The building was unnecessary - it no longer served
a purpose
ch) It was proposed and seconded to refuse the
application, contrary to the recommendation,
as it no longer served a purpose.
d) During
the ensuing discussion, the following points were highlighted by individual
Members:
·
If there were only two units left for sale, why was
there a need for a period of an additional two years?
·
Would it be possible to
consider a shorter period?
·
What if the company appealed the decision?
dd) In response to the
observation for a shorter period, it was reported that the marketing cabin had
planning permission up until the end of March 2018. If there was no further permission,
the building would be moved. If the building was not moved, enforcement steps
would be taken. In the context of appeal, it was noted that the company would
have the right to appeal the decision. It was noted that the most evident
concern was the need.
e) It was proposed and
seconded to reduce the period to six months from March 2018 onwards
f) The Solicitor highlighted the fact that
the original proposer needed to consider the new proposal, and if he accepted
it, the consent of the seconder and the Committee would be required to withdraw
the original proposal. On this basis, the original proposal withdrew his
proposal. The seconder agreed to do this.
ff) It was voted to withdraw the proposal of
refusal. The Committee agreed to withdraw the original proposal.
g)
It was proposed and seconded to reduce the need for
the marketing cabin from two years to six months
RESOLVED: Approve
- conditions
1. In accordance with the plans
2. The
unit must be removed within six months from 31.3.18
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