In the interests of transparency, Councillor Miller disclosed that, having lived in this area for a lengthy period, he may know people associated with any of the applications but he had not discussed the issues with any interested parties, despite any approaches made to him, nor expressed a view on any of the matters before the Panel for determination.

In the interests of transparency, Councillor Pollard disclosed that three of the applications were located within his ward but he had not discussed the issues with any interested parties nor expressed a view.

In the interests of transparency, Councillor Abid Hussain disclosed that one of the applications was located within his ward but he had no connection with the applicant or any other interested party.

In the interests of transparency, Councillor Lee disclosed that one of the applications was located within her ward but she had not discussed the issues with any interested parties nor expressed a view.

During the meeting and in the interests of transparency Councillors Lee and Abid Hussain disclosed, in respect of the item relating to Land to the West of 300 Spring Gardens Lane, Keighley (Minute 4(k)), that they had been Members of the Panel when an application for an adjoining site had been determined.

During the meeting and in the interests of transparency Councillor Miller disclosed, in respect of the item relating to Land to the West of 300 Spring Gardens Lane, Keighley (Minute 4(k)), that he was acquainted with one of the objectors in attendance at the meeting.

Recommended –

That the minutes of the meetings held on 27 January, 16 February and 23 March 2016 be signed as a correct record.

(Claire Tomenson – 01274 432457)

Resolved –

That the minutes of the meetings held on 27 January, 16 February and 23 March 2016 be signed as a correct record.

ACTION:       City Solicitor

There were no appeals submitted by the public to review decisions to restrict documents

The Panel is asked to consider the planning applications which are set out in Document “A” relating to items recommended for approval or refusal:

The sites concerned are:

(Mohammed Yousuf – 01274 434605)

The Strategic Director, Regeneration presented Document “A”. Plans and photographs were displayed and/or tabled in respect of each application and the representations summarised.

(a)       5 West View, Wells Road, Ilkley                          Ilkley

Full application for the conversion of eight bed-sit flats into five self contained apartments – 16/02397/FUL.

A representative of the Civic Society spoke in objection to the proposal raising the following points:

·        This was a key unlisted building and was in the centre of the Conservation Area.

·        The Heritage Statement had not been updated.

·        The flat roof and the dormer windows remained a concern.

·        There was insufficient space for bin storage.

The applicant’s agent made the following comments in support of the application:

·        Records suggested that the property had originally been converted in 1997. It had now been unoccupied for a significant period of time and its neglect was apparent.  This proposal was an opportunity to secure investment and the re-use of this building.

·        The relevant drawings indicated the bin storage provision.

·        No traces of bats had been observed on the site but no physical alterations were proposed to the roof in any case.

·        The garages would be demolished.

·        Any damage to boundary walls was a civil matter.

·        Two trees were to be removed. One, a Sycamore, was not apparent in the streetscene; the other, a Laurel, was not appropriate in the context and was positioned too close to habitable rooms; this would be replaced with a more suitable alternative.

·        It was considered that this application exemplified the proactive approach to planning with amendments having been made to the scheme and many issues resolved prior to this point.  The Parish Council now recommended approval.

·        There was a chronic shortage of housing in the district.

·        This development would offer a high standard of accommodation.

·        The proposal accorded with the requirements of the National Planning Policy Framework and the Replacement Unitary Development Plan.

Members noted that the applicant had done what had been requested in terms of amending the proposal and the officer’s recommendation was accepted.

Resolved –

That the application be approved for the reasons and subject to the conditions set out in the Strategic Director of Regeneration’s technical report.

ACTION:       Strategic Director, Regeneration

(b)       53 Mallard View, Oxenhope, Keighley              Worth Valley

Householder application for the construction of two single storey extensions to the rear – 16/00612/HOU.

The Strategic Director responded to questions from Members, as follows:

·        In normal circumstances the extension to the side would have been allowed under permitted development rights but these had been removed at the time that the properties had been built.

·        The roof to the proposed extension to the gabled elevation sloped away from the boundary, the measurement to the peak was 3.95 metres.

A Parish Councillor made the following comments:

·        There had been an application for an extension to this property last year and the Parish Council had considered that it was oversized, out of proportion and would have an adverse effect on the adjacent property.

·        This proposal would be higher  ...  view the full minutes text for item 4.

The Panel is asked to consider other matters which are set out in Document “B” relating to miscellaneous items:

(d)–(g) Decisions made by the Secretary of State - Dismissed

                        (Mohammed Yousuf - 01274 434605)                                               

The Panel noted the following:

REQUESTS FOR ENFORCEMENT ACTION

(a)       131 Bradford Road, Shipley                                            Shipley

The Planning Manager (Enforcement and Trees) had authorised the issue of an Enforcement Notice in respect of the construction of a metal framed canopy structure and shelving/racking, under delegated powers, on 17 March 2016.

(b)       296 Leeds Road, Shipley                                                 Windhill and

                                                                                                            Wrose

The Planning Manager (Enforcement and Trees) had authorised the issue of an Enforcement Notice in respect of the installation of an unauthorised roller shutter, under delegated powers, on 18 April 2016.

DECISIONS MADE BY THE SECRETARY OF STATE

APPEAL ALLOWED

(c)        Ben Rhydding Post Office, 56 Wheatley                      Ilkley

            Lane, Ilkley

Change of use from dwelling with retail/post office use to full dwelling with demolition of existing shop front display window and doorway.  Appeal reference: 16/00025/APPFL2.

APPEALS DISMISSED

(d)       3 Croft Rise, Menston, Ilkley                                            Wharfedale

Construction of two storey extension to the side. Appeal reference: 16/00002/APPHOU.

(e)       Block Of 4 Lock-Up Garages, Great                              Wharfedale

            Pasture, Burley In Wharfedale, Ilkley

Conversion of workshop and garage to a domestic dwelling. Appeal reference: 16/00012/APPFL2.

(f)         Land To The North Of 13 Hebden Bridge                    Worth Valley

            Road, Oxenhope, Keighley

Construction of two detached dormer bungalows with improvements to access, provision of public footway and improvements to existing open space area. Appeal reference: 16/00008/APPFL2.

(g)       The Old Mill House, 6 Drakes End,                                Worth Valley

            Oakworth, Keighley

Change of use of land and construction of domestic double garage. Appeal reference: 16/00022/APPFL2.

(h)        White Lodge, Bradford Road, Bingley                         Bingley

Construction of one detached dwelling. Appeal reference: 16/00035/APPFL2.

APPEAL ALLOWED IN PART/PART DISMISSED

(i)         40 Main Street, Burley In Wharfedale,                           Wharfedale

            Ilkley

Replacement of one window to kitchen – allowed on appeal. Internal alterations including removal of ground floor masonry walls forming entrance hall, construction of new dividing wall, replacement of stairs – dismissed. Appeal reference: 15/00137/APPLB2.