CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH PARISH COUNCIL

MINUTES OF THE PARISH PLANNING COMMITTEE

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CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH PARISH COUNCIL 

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PARISH PLANNING COMMITTEE

Meeting Held:            Tuesday 26th January 2010 in the Annexe of the Town Hall, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Present:                      Councillor Mrs Young in the Chair

Councillors Martin, Smith, FP Harrison, Norton, Mrs Armstrong

Apologies:                 Councillors Mrs Batterbee, McCarthy, Brookfield, Clarey

Absent:                       Councillor Mrs Bayirli

10/293                          Plenary Powers

Applications seeking Planning Permission or Approval to carry out development at locations within the Parish.

The Committee considered in turn nine applications to carry out developments within the Parish and it was RESOLVED: That the following comments be sent to the relevant Planning Authority.

0567               Mrs Audra Barratt

07.01.10         Owlgreave Farm, Combs Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Retrospective application for the retention of a storage area for purposes of straw bedding, cows and sheep.

Members are concerned about the number of retrospective planning applications associated with Owlgreave Farm and have advised that an investigation takes place into the reasons behind the rapidly growing complex of buildings. Members also questioned whether the land was being farmed by the applicant and the need for this building. Members would like to request a site visit.

0750               Mr Scott Moss

13.01.10         Brookfold, Delabrook Farm, The Wash, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Retrospective planning application for change of use from existing barn to form dwelling.

   Members objected to this application as it would set an unfortunate president for other holiday homes within the Borough. The conditions for the original application for a holiday home were clearly set out and stated that the barn be used for no other purpose. Members would also like to submit their comments for the original application for the conversion of the barn.

Members strongly objected to this development for several reasons

  • The barn has undergone a radical conversion in the conservation area and no longer retains the original look of a barn
  • The roofing materials are seen to be inconsistent and do not follow the trend within the conservation area
  • The design is unsympathetic to the surrounding area as again, it no longer retains the original features of the barn
  • Members had concern over the number of parking spaces that will be required and insist that no trees are to be removed.
  • Members requested that a condition be included to prohibit the sale of the barn as a separate dwelling.

0007               Mrs Wendy Stoodley

19.01.10         Barn adjacent to Parkfield Lodge, Bankhall Drive, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Conversion of barn to form 1 dwelling.

Members objected to this application due to the proposed dwelling being situated in the open countryside. The barn is relatively new and not in a state of disrepair, and given the surroundings, Members feel this should continue to be used as a barn. An application for a new dwelling would not be given in this location.

0746

0747               Mr Kevin Shone

22.01.10         Lydgate Farm, Eccles Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Re-siting of wind turbine. To place turbine further away from building and with better wind speed averages, as advised by consultants Eagle Power Ltd.

Members have requested a site visit to assess the visual impact the re-siting of the turbine will have on the landscape, given its close proximity to Eccles Pike and surrounding National Trust land.

0757               Mrs Lucy Wallace

26.01.10         6 Thornbrook Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Change of use from an A1 shop to an A3 café, and change of shop signage

No objection. Members thought this was a sensitive conversion.

0028               Mrs Lucy Wallace

26.01.10         6 Thornbrook Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Change of use from an A1 shop to an A3 café, and change of shop signage

No objection. Members thought this was a sensitive conversion.

0003               Mr Alan Cawthorn

26.01.10         Blythe House Hospice, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        1st floor addition and enclosing of courtyard.

Councillors Mrs Young and FP Harrison declared a personal, non-prejudicial interest.

No objection providing there are no adverse affects to 1 Crossings Meadow.

0027               Mr Darren Kay

26.01.10         37 Manchester Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Retention of shop front.

No objection. The shop front is an improvement to its previous untidy look and no residents have complained about the change in materials or design.

Peak Park

0032               Mr Dennis Green

22.01.10         Rookery House Farm, Blackbrook, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Proposed agricultural building for the housing of farm machinery to replace the existing dilapidated building.

No objection but Members insisted that the roof material be approved green sheeting to blend in with the surrounding areas.

10/294                        Appeals

HPK/2009/0442, 1 The Meadows, Dove Holes.

10/295                        Notifications

None

10/296                        Conservation Areas

Councillor Smith will ask Joanne Brooks if the ‘salon’ for sale on Market Street can be advertised as being eligible for restoration grants in the Estate Agents blurb.

10/297                        Public Footpaths

After the severe weather conditions, many of the footpaths have been left with an abundance of grit covering them.

The section of the Linear Footpath which runs through the field onto Park Road is in need of restoration work as the track had disappeared.

10/298                        Correspondence

The unacceptable state of the recycling sites in Chapel-en-le-Frith has brought complaints from both Councillors and residents. The sites are overflowing and are an eye-sore. Due to the cancelled bin collections in Chapel due to the weather, residents have also been dumping house-hold waste at these points.

A new ‘disaster recovery’ plan needs to be devised to limit the effects felt after such events in the future.

High Peak Borough Council have been made aware of the problem and are looking for a solution.

The small carpark on Hayfield Road has been inspected by DCC and a report detailing the works to be carried out has been forwarded onto the developer. We will be kept informed of any further developments.

10/299                        Any Other Business

A date has been requested for a training session on the computerisation of planning applications.

Councillor Mrs Young is going to advertise the next training session with Mike Green in the Buxton Advertiser so members of the public can attend.

This will take place at the next meeting of the Planning Committee on February 16th at 7.30pm.

There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 8.40pm

CHAIRMAN

 

 

CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH PARISH COUNCIL

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PARISH PLANNING COMMITTEE

Meeting Held:            Wednesday 7th January 2010 in the Annexe of the Town Hall, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Present:                      Councillor Mrs Young in the Chair

Councillors Martin, Clarey, Smith

Apologies:                 Councillors Mrs Batterbee

Absent:                       Mrs. Armstrong, Mrs Bayirli, Norton, Brookfield, McCarthy, FP Harrison

10/272                          Plenary Powers

Applications seeking Planning Permission or Approval to carry out development at locations within the Parish.

The Committee considered in turn eleven applications to carry out developments within the Parish and it was RESOLVED: That the following comments be sent to the relevant Planning Authority.

0660               Mr Lee Forman

17.12.09         The Hanging Gate, Cockyard, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Conversion of Church Mission to staff annexe

No objection, although the plans do state that the roof material will be Welsh Blue Slate whereas the written material states that a blue/black tile similar to Blue Slate will be used.

0699               Mr Robert McDermot

17.12.09         Moult Farm, Eccles Fold, Whitehough

                        Raising of existing concrete/timber fences on land to allow adjacent hedge to be removed.

No objection in principal, but Members would prefer the hedge to remain as the location is open countryside.

0708               Mr Anthony O’Riley

17.12.09         6 Spencer Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Proposed first floor side extension.

Members had no objection to an extension in this location, but did not favour a two-storey addition being added onto a dormer bungalow. It is not aesthetically pleasing and members would prefer the development to continue in the dormer style.           

0554               Mr Stuart Wilson

22.12.09         Ridge Barn, Ridge Farm, Cowlow Lane, Combs, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Conversion of derelict barn building to form new 4bedroom dwelling.

Cllr Mrs Young declared an interest.

Members were in favour of the conversion as the imaginative design was sensitive to the surrounding area, and the profile of the building has been retained. There is also adequate parking. However, members were concerned about the large number of velex windows being added onto the western side of the building and would like these to be reduced.

0710               Mr P Armett

22.12.09         1 The Meadows, Dove Holes

                        Extension to existing garage

No objection as the garage has been reduced in size from the previous application.

0726               Mr M and J Byatte

06.01.10         The Cottage, Owlgreave Farm, Combs Road, Combs

                        Removal of Condition from approved planning application in 1985

No objection, members were sympathetic to the reasons given for the removal of the condition.

0707               Mr M Byatte

06.01.10         The Cottage, Owlgreave Farm, Combs Road, Combs

                        Removal of condition 4 on HPK/2001/0119, to allow the ménage to be used in the evenings and winter months.

Members were not unanimous in their decision and there was a split vote, with Chairman having the casting vote.

Although members could understand the reasons for the addition of the lights to the ménage and the importance of this to the business, they were extremely concerned about the light pollution this would cause in the open countryside. Members have requested that strict conditions be included to control and limit the time the lights could be used, and that this should be closely monitored.

CON/2009/0030

08.12.09         DCC

                        Chapel-en-le-Frith Primary School

                        Warmbrook Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Erection of new children’s centre and school reception between existing school buildings with glazed link connecting corridor between buildings

Councillors Clarey and Smith both declared an interest.

No objection.

Peak Park

1039               Mr Terry Hallam

03.12.09         Pear Tree Cottage, Bagshaw, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Replace existing single storey with new single storey gable extension.

No objection, members thought the proposed development was an improvement to the design of the building.

1001               Mr and Mrs Moorcroft

03.12.09         Bolt Edge Farm, Dove Holes

                        New 2.0m x 1.0m diameter LPG storage tank with solid boarded timber enclosure fence.

No objection.

Peak Park Amended Plans

1007               Mr Daniel Hodgson

08.12.09         Ford House, Ford, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Extension of house; partly 2 storey, part single    

No objection. Members would like to re-submit their previous comments and add that the double gable arrangement was an improvement to the design of the extension.

No objection providing all materials match existing. Members thought the extension was aesthetically pleasing and would meet family needs.

10/273                        Appeals

None

10/274                        Notifications

Permission

0411

10/275                        Conservation Areas

A complaint has been received from a resident regarding new commercial signs that have been erected onto the gable end of Daily News. Mike Darling will be asked if planning permission is required.

The PVC crates have been removed from outside Lomas Distribution.

Due to overhanging trees and vehicles parked in the turning circle, the Glossop Community Transport bus cannot negotiate Bowden Lane. This matter will be reported to both the police and High Peak Borough Council.

10/276                        Public Footpaths

The footpath leading past the Shoulder of Mutton to the housing estate has still not been resurfaced. This will again be brought to the attention of the Borough Council on the next ‘walk-round’

High Peak Borough Council will be asked for an update on the actions taken to rectify the small car park on Hayfield Road.

10/277                        Correspondence

The following road closures have been received

Cowlow Lane, Dove Holes, from 02.03.10 to 10.01.10 to facilitate carriageway resurfacing works

A6 Chapel By-Pass from the junction with Bowden Lane to the junction with Buxton Road, from 22.03.10 to 27.03.10, between the hours of 1900hrs and 0700hrs to facilitate lining and studding works.

Whitehough Head Lane, Chinley from the junction with Charley Lane to the junction with Hunters Green Close from 08.03.10 to 18.03.10, to facilitate carriageway resurfacing works.

The ‘rubble’ in the garden of 4 Grange Park View has been inspected and does not pose a risk so no enforcement action can be taken.

10/278                        Any Other Business

None

There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 8.50pm

CHAIRMAN

 

CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH PARISH COUNCIL

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PARISH PLANNING COMMITTEE

Meeting Held:            Wednesday 2nd December 2009 in the Annexe of the Town Hall, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Present:                      Councillor FP Harrison in the Chair

Councillors Martin

Apologies:                 Councillors Mrs Young, Mrs Batterbee, Brookfield, Smith, Clarey, McCarthy, 

Absent:                       Mrs. Armstrong, Mrs Bayirli, Norton

As there were only two members of the Council present the meeting was not quorate, so the following are recommendations only.

10/265                          Plenary Powers

Applications seeking Planning Permission or Approval to carry out development at locations within the Parish.

The Committee considered in turn six applications to carry out developments within the Parish and it was RESOLVED: That the following comments be sent to the relevant Planning Authority.

0590               Mr Malcolm Farrar

05.11.09         Riverside, Tunstead Milton, Whaley Bridge

                        Two storey side extension to form new family room with bedroom over. Internal alterations to relocate kitchen and form new en-suite and dressing room.

No objection. The design is well suited to the building and is sited away from immediate neighbours.

0611               Mr Martin Hubbard

05.11.09         Britannia House, 32 Buxton Rd, Dove Holes

                        To remove existing signage and replace with new.

No objection. The signs will have no adverse affect on nearby properties.

0622               Mr Pieter Platt

10.11.09         Stirling Facilities Management Ltd

                        87 Market St, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Change of use to B1

No objection. The property has already been used for this purpose for some time with no adverse affects. It is also situated in an area of Chapel that is surrounded with businesses including shops and other offices. 

0615               Mr Richard Butterworth

10.11.09         17 Market Place, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Change of use from A3 (café) to A5 (takeaway)

No objection. However the parking referred to in the application is public parking that is used by other businesses and residents. There is public parking nearby at Miry Meadow.

0636               Mrs Amanda Wickham

24.11.09         57 Beresford Ave, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Two storey extension and new front porch

No objection. The dwelling is set on a large plot of land and the extension would not affect neighbouring properties.

Peak Park

1007               Mr Daniel Hodgson

26.11.09         Ford House, Ford, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Extension of house; partly 2 storey, part single

No objection providing all materials match existing. Members thought the extension was aesthetically pleasing and would meet family needs.

10/266                        Appeals

None

10/267                        Notifications

Refused

Peak Park

0774, 0775

10/268                        Conservation Areas

None

10/269                        Public Footpaths

None

10/270                        Correspondence

A reply has been received from Monica Gillespie from HPBC regarding the felling of the Birch Tree. The tree was felled due to root decay and a fungus infection. It would be incredibly hard to bring a successful prosecution against the builders who damaged the tree as a direct cause between the building works and the infection would need to be ‘proved beyond reasonable doubt’ as it would be a criminal case. This is not possible as the fungus may have already been present.

HPBC have informed the site owner that a replacement tree is required and will persue this matter with the owner.

HPBC have responded to the request to remove the vehicles that have been parked on Milton Lane, Tunstead Milton to say they are parked on private property and have no power to remove them unless the land owner reports the problem. Abandoned vehicle legislation does not cover the fact that the vehicles may be considered an eyesore.

10/271                        Any Other Business

None

There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 8.05pm

CHAIRMAN

 

CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH PARISH COUNCIL

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PARISH PLANNING COMMITTEE

Meeting Held:            Wednesday 4th November 2009 in the Annexe of the Town Hall, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Present:                      Councillor Mrs Young in the Chair

Councillors Martin, FP Harrison, Norton, Mrs Bayirli 

Apologies:                 Councillors Mrs Batterbee, Mrs Armstrong, Brookfield, Smith, Clarey, McCarthy, 

Absent:                      

10/236                          Plenary Powers

Applications seeking Planning Permission or Approval to carry out development at locations within the Parish.

The Committee considered in turn eleven applications to carry out developments within the Parish and it was RESOLVED: That the following comments be sent to the relevant Planning Authority.

0578               Mr and Mrs G Bevan

15.10.09         Higher Birches, Tunstead Milton, Whaley Bridge

Resubmission of HPK/2009/0465 for single storey side extension

Whilst Members now appreciate that the applicants earlier application had been to build in open countryside, they would like to submit the same comments as before.

No objection. Members thought the extension enhanced the property.

0421               Mr and Mrs Longdon

16.10.09         Bowdenhay Mill, Bowden Lane, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Demolish lean to extension, part demolish lean to storage building and replace with new offices. Remove existing concrete wall and planting area, dig out bank and re-grade parking area.

Members applauded the movement of a large commercial business to an industrial estate. In order to protect residents amenity, members would like a condition to be included that would prohibit any trucks from being parked on the residential side of the estate.

0557               Mrs Audra Barratt    

20.10.09         Owlgreave Stables, Owlgreave Farm, Combs Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Planning application HPK/2002/0685. To allow lights to be used on the Menage.

Members were not in favour of the original application for the ménage and feel the use of floodlights causes light pollution within the countryside.

0411               Chapel-en-le-Frith Parish Council

20.10.09         5 locations covering the ‘gateways’ to chapel

                        Erect a tourist board at each location with inter-changeable events signs.

All members declared an interest due to the applicant being the Parish Council and chose not to submit a comment.

0569               Mrs Puddick

22.10.09         Bowden Hall Cottage, Bowden Lane, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Retain garage for domestic use, (renewal of temporary permission)

No objection, provided the permission is only extended and not granted for a permanent structure.

0604               Dr Steve Peters

27.10.09         Newlyn Crossings Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Extension to existing dwelling to provide 2 additional bedrooms with en-suite facilities and double height conservatory.

Members thought the inclusion of a double height conservatory would affect neighbours on the adjacent housing estate, especially as it would contain a gallery. The extension appears incongruous in an area of small dwellings that are predominately bungalows, which will become overlooked from the gallery. For the above reasons members would like the site to be visited by the delegated officer.

0613               Mr Andrew Bartholomew

27.10.09         141 Manchester Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Re-submission of application HPK/2009/0446, construction of 5 bedroom dwelling in the garden of 141 Manchester Road with new access to serve the existing house.

As there has been no change to the size, scale or design to the proposed build, Members would like to re-submit their previous comments.

No objection. The new house has an attractive design and will greatly improve the site, which is currently an uncultivated area of land.

0489               Mr Chris Halliwell

29.10.09         Mill Cottage, Tunstead Milton, Whaley Bridge

                        Proposed works to remove solid plaster to internal walls to full perimeter of dwelling to an approx. height of 0.5m, reinstate plaster finishes with agreed hydraulic breathable renovating plaster. Emusion to finish all internal walls.

Without advice from a conservation officer, Members were unable to comment.

0607               Mrs Angela Buttrill

29.10.09         Rowan Cottage, Bowling Green Lane, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        2storey extension to provide new hallway and living room with bedroom and en-suite above.

No objection. The addition enhances the existing house and fits in well with the surrounding area.

0584

0581               Mr Jonathon Holland

02.11.09         The Cottage, Chapel Milton, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        The construction of offices and workshops

                        Demolition of existing builders workshop and storage buildings

The new buildings will improve the look of the area and are visually attractive. They are a vast improvement to the buildings that are currently there.

However, Members were concerned about the poor accessibility to the site, and asked that a condition should be included to prohibit the conversion to domestic dwellings as the application is for commercial purposes.

0628               Mr Jason Williams

02.11.09         114 Manchester Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Replacement of existing wooden garage with a larger block and render construction in a similar position.

No objection. The replacement of the garage will improve the look of the site.

10/237                        Appeals

None

10/238                        Notifications

Permission

0407, 0315, 0479, 0132

Refused

0465, 0371

10/239                        Conservation Areas

Due to illegal building works, a mature Birch Tree at the rear of Town End Post Office, from Quentin Road, has had to be felled as the roots had been severely damaged. Enforcement officers were informed at the time of the works and halted any further developments until the tree had been protected. Unfortunately, the damage had already been caused. HPBC will be made aware of this to in a view to enforcement action being carried out to those responsible.

10/240                        Public Footpaths

None

10/241                        Correspondence

An application has been received to erect a railway communications mast in Chapel-en-le-Frith. A copy of the letter will be sent to John Brooks, Friends of Chapel Station.

DCC Environmental Services will be dealing with the hazardous garden at 4 Grange Park Avenue, Chapel-en-le-Frith.

The cars stored on the verge at The Ceadars, Tunstead Milton does not become an enforcement action from HPBC. Julie Shaw has confirmed that it is only a police matter if the cars are parked on the highway. DCC will be informed of the problem.

10/242                        Any Other Business

Federal Mogul will be asked to inform the Planning Committee of any developments regarding the sale and redevelopment of their land.

There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 9.20pm

CHAIRMAN

 

CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH PARISH COUNCIL

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PARISH PLANNING COMMITTEE

Meeting Held:            Tuesday 13th October 2009 in the Annexe of the Town Hall, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Present:                      Councillor Mrs Young in the Chair

Councillors Martin, Smith, Norton, Mrs Bayirli

Apologies:                 Councillors Mrs Batterbee, Mrs. Armstrong, Brookfield, FP Harrison

Absent:                       Councillor Clarey, McCarthy,  

10/214                          Plenary Powers

Applications seeking Planning Permission or Approval to carry out development at locations within the Parish.

The Committee considered in turn three applications to carry out developments within the Parish and it was RESOLVED: That the following comments be sent to the relevant Planning Authority.

0524               Mrs Tina Bradley, Enable Care and Home Support

29.09.09         37 Manchester Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Change of use from hairdressers/tanning salon to an office and training room.

No objection. This is much more preferable to an empty building and members thought there was sufficient parking nearby to service the training rooms and office.

Councillor Norton arrived at 7.40pm

0544               Mr and Mrs R Whittle

02.10.09         1 Heyworth Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Single storey side and rear extension (existing garage on side to be demolished)

No objection. Members thought the addition would improve the look of the site and blend in well with surrounding properties.

Peak Park

0775               Mr B Colley

29.09.09         The Garden House, Chapel-en-le-Frith, High Peak

                        Erection or an oak framed orangery

No objection. The design has been sensitively created to blend in with the surrounding area.

Councillor Mrs Bayirli left at 8pm

10/215                        Appeals

0112

10/216                        Notifications

Permission

0254, 0229, 0413, 0434, 0271, 0292, 0381, 0274, 0359, 0377, 0291, 0017, 0275, 0133,

Refusal

0358, 0429, 0112, 0446 

10/217                        Conservation Areas

Eddie Willshaw has identified the forecourt of the Town Hall as an area which could be eligible for a HERS grant. The idea would be to pave the areas where people walk, so between the bollards to the front door and to flag a ‘footpath’ under the covered walkway to the offices and library. Bollards would be needed at the entrance to the walkway to prevent parking.

10/218                        Public Footpaths

Mike Green will report back on any actions that can be taken as a result from the ‘walk round’ with the Clerk and Chairman.

The footpath that runs from Burrfields to Bowden Hall is overgrown.

10/219                        Correspondence

A new bus stop has been introduced on the south side of the road between the Chemist and Bowling Green Lane. It is for one direction only.

An application for a Certificate of Lawfulness has been received from Mr Nigel Webb for existing use of land as a domestic garden and tennis court with attendant pavilion. No Councillor could confirm the use of the land for more than 10 years.

10/220                        Any Other Business

Mike Darling will be informed about the amount of vans parked in the garden at 4 Grange Park Avenue which is an eye saw.

Andy Ellis will be informed about the large container at 1 Frith View which is in the garden. He will also be sent a letter regarding planning application HPK/2006/0143. The application to increase the number of vehicles that can be stored on land opposite The Ceadars, Milton Lane, Tunstead Milton was refused and now vehicles are being parked in the verge and on the edge of the highway.

There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 8.20pm

CHAIRMAN

CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH PARISH COUNCIL

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PARISH PLANNING COMMITTEE

Meeting Held:            Tuesday 22nd September 2009 in the Annexe of the Town Hall, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Present:                      Councillor Mrs Young in the Chair

Councillors Martin, Smith, FP Harrison, McCarthy, Mrs. Armstrong

Apologies:                 Councillors Mrs Batterbee, Mrs Bayirli, Brookfield, Clarey,

Absent:                       Councillor Norton

10/180                          Plenary Powers

Applications seeking Planning Permission or Approval to carry out development at locations within the Parish.

The Committee considered in turn four applications to carry out developments within the Parish and it was RESOLVED: That the following comments be sent to the relevant Planning Authority.

0503               Mr George Garner

08.09.09         15 Brooklands Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Erection of a single storey outbuilding to rear of property.

As this is a retrospective planning application, Members would prefer it if the height of the outbuilding was reduced. At the moment, the building is incongruous with the surrounding houses due to its height.

0508               High Peak 4x4 Garage

08.09.09         High Street, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Residential development for 10 apartments.        

No objection. Members welcomed the new build on a section of in-fill land rather than on the outskirts of Chapel-en-le-Frith.

0486               Mr Mark Evans

15.09.09         47 Station Rd, Dove Holes, Buxton

Construction of 4 houses (2 semi-detached houses) on Evans Yard, land adjacent to 47 station Rd, Dove Holes.

No objection. Members thought this was a much improved design and the new houses, along with the increase in amenity space, would fit well with the surrounding area.

0466               JE Morten Ltd

16.09.09         JE Morten Ltd, Tunstead Milton, Whaley Bridge

·        New retaining wall to SE corner of yard and reinstate yard to its original ground level in this area

·        Excavate to form Level Yard and provide new concrete surface to NE section of existing yard.

No objection, provided adequate screening is provided.

10/181                        Appeals

None

10/182                        Notifications

Refused

0230, 0256, 0442, 0422.

10/183                        Conservation Areas

Concern has been raised by residents over the unsightly concrete water containers at PVC. Mike Darling has identified that they are taller than the permitted development height and will inform the owners.

Mike Darling has confirmed that no action can be taken over the Memorial Club as it does not pose a health risk and there are no grounds for enforcement action.

Bridget Gould has informed the Regeneration Partnership that the waiting time for parked vehicles on the Market Place will be increased to 60 minutes to allow adequate time for visitors to use the local amenities.

10/184                        Public Footpaths

Brian Aries has confirmed that the path which runs from the railway bridge on Manchester Road to Laneside Close is not a designated public footpath.

10/185                        Correspondence

Paul Edwards has informed the Council that no action can be taken regarding the unsuitable vehicle agricultural vehicles using Eccles Road as the County Council had no powers to restrict the type of vehicles that use a road, especially as this is used for access. A copy of the letter will be forwarded onto both Mr. Mullholland and Mr. Harper.

A temporary 10mph speed limit will be introduced on the A6, between Barmoor Clough roundabout and Dove Holes due to road marking refurbishment works.

Network Rail has sent details of a proposed erection of a communications mask at Dove Holes Station. The mast will be 15m high and will allow for continuous communication between the train drivers and the signallers, which will improve safety, reliability and punctuality of the rail network.

10/186                        Any Other Business

The police have requested a copy of the transport details from application HPK/2009/0254.

Letters have been received from residents expressing their concerns over the identification of the sites for building new houses within Chapel.

There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 8.15pm

CHAIRMAN

 

 

CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH PARISH COUNCIL

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PARISH PLANNING COMMITTEE

Meeting Held:            Wednesday 2nd September 2009 in the Annexe of the Town Hall, Chapel-en-le-Frith        

Present:                      Councillor Mrs Young in the Chair

Councillors Martin, Mrs. Armstrong

Apologies:                 Councillors Mrs Batterbee, Smith, Brookfield, FP Harrison, Clarey, McCarthy

Absent:                       Councillor Mrs Bayirli, Norton

10/171                          Plenary Powers

Applications seeking Planning Permission or Approval to carry out development at locations within the Parish.

The Committee considered in turn nine applications to carry out developments within the Parish and it was RESOLVED: That the following comments be sent to the relevant Planning Authority.

0442               Mr P Armett

20.08.09         1 The Meadows, Dove Holes

                        Extension to existing garage with bedroom over.

No objection in principal, but Members thought that the oversized garage doors would dominate both the dwelling and the street-scape.

0407               Mr Ian Barratt

20.08.09         The Bungalow, Owlgreave Farm, Combs Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        New two-storey side extension.

No objection to the addition of the side extension but Members questioned as to whether the addition could be used as a separate dwelling?

0465               Mr G Bevan

20.08.09         Higher Birches, Tunstead Milton, Whaley Bridge

Single storey side extension to replace existing domestic storeroom, w.c. and utility room)

No objection. Members thought the extension enhanced the property.

0446               Mr A. Bartholomew

20.08.09         141 Manchester Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Construction of 5 bedroom dwelling within the garden of 141 Manchester Road, including new access to serve both properties.

No objection. The new house has an attractive design and will greatly improve the site, which is currently an uncultivated area of land.

0271               Mr C. Carter

20.08.09         High Trees, Eccles Road

                        Extension and alteration to dwelling

·        Convert existing bungalow into two-storey dormer bungalow

·        New double garage with games room above.

No objection. The proposed development is well contained within the site and fits well with the surrounding area.

0341               Mr R Anderson

25.08.09         Yerndale, Tom Lane, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Proposed rear 2 storey extension with attached single storey conservatory to rear of property.

No objection. However, Members have requested a site visit as a neighbouring property has a window within a close proximity to the new build.

0472               Mr Stuart Porter

02.09.09         37 Nertherfield Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Removal of hedges to install 5 foot fences, change of use from amenity land to garden.

No objection. Members appreciated the reasons behind the conversion of the land due to dog fouling especially where young children are concerned.

0479               Mr John Bates

02.09.09         36 Netherfield Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Demolish existing single detached garage, build single detached garage with workshop/store behind.

No objection. The proposed garage would not change the look of the site and fits the surrounding area.

0484               Richmond Way Properties

02.09.09         Ransom House, 5 Sunday School Lane, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Change of use from office to dwelling.

No objection. There is adequate parking onsite and no alterations to the outside of the building.

10/172                        Appeals

None

10/173                        Notifications

None. This will be brought to the attention of Mr. Green as the Parish Council has received no decision notices since June.

10/174                        Conservation Areas

None

10/175                        Public Footpaths

The path that runs from Long Lane through to Frith View is full of litter.

10/176                        Correspondence

None

10/177                        Any Other Business

The vehicular movements caused by the Severn Trent development may cause problems for the residents who park their cars along Station Road in Dove Holes. The Chair would like a letter to be sent to Mr Green asking if residents have been informed of the scale of the site traffic and asked to move their cars, as this road is mainly single track.

There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 8.25pm

CHAIRMAN

 

CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH PARISH COUNCIL

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PARISH PLANNING COMMITTEE

Meeting Held:            Tuesday 11th August 2009 in the Annexe of the Town Hall, Chapel-en-le-Frith 

Present:                      Councillor Mrs Young in the Chair

Councillors Martin, Brookfield

Apologies:                 Councillors Mrs Batterbee, Mrs Bayirli, Smith

Absent:                       Councillor Mrs Armstrong, FP Harrison, Clarey, McCarthy, Norton

The chair, supported by the two attending Councillors, once again expressed her disappointment that so few Councillors attended the Planning Meeting.

10/149                          Plenary Powers

Applications seeking Planning Permission or Approval to carry out development at locations within the Parish.

The Committee considered in turn six applications to carry out developments within the Parish and it was RESOLVED: That the following comments be sent to the relevant Planning Authority.

0412               RTG Developments

04.08.09         Plot 4, Bowden Hey Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Replacement of a surface attenuation pond with an underground surface water attenuation tank

No objection as the tank conforms to regulations.

0413               Mr and Mrs A Jones

04.08.09         26 Burnside Ave, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Erection of conservatory at rear of property

No objection. The materials and style are in-keeping with the surrounding area and the build matches other properties in the street.

0429               Mr Guy Matthews

04.08.09         Brookfield, Whitehough,

Change of use- domestic garage into a home-working unit. Vehicle repair and service business.

Members had great concerns over the location of this property which is in the Conservation area in a small village. Although the applicant states that no customer cars will be parked on the drive or outside the property, and that no more than one car will be on the property at any one time, Members are aware that this proposal is already being broken. D.C.C are aware of this application and the current situation with cars being parked on the road.

0434               Mr Malcolm Barnett, Macmillan Cancer Support

07.08.09         Blythe House Hospice, Eccles Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Conversion of existing single storey store and covered seating area to create an enclosed information and support centre. The development retains the existing shell of the garden store and the seating area.

No objection. Members applauded this application and it will be a great addition to the Hospice.

0422               Mrs Angela Buttrill

11.08.09         Rowan Cottage, Bowling Green Lane, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Replacement conservatory with two storey extension to provide new living room with bedroom and bathroom above with new hallway.

No objection. This addition is an enhancement to the site and fits the surrounding area.

Con/

0020               DCC

28.07.09         Gables Childrens Home, Crossings Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Erection of 18m of 2.4m high security fencing with gate to rear boundary.

Councillor Martin declared an interest as a member of the Three Gables Committee.

No objection but members have asked that a condition be included to ensure that the gate is kept locked at all times.

Amended Plans

0254               Severn Trent0254                

04.06.09         Meadow Lane, Dove Holes (land adjacent to existing Chapel-en-le-Frith service reservoir near junctions of Meadow Lane, Long Lane and Ashbourne Lane, near Dove Holes.)

                        Erection of additional covered service reservoir and re-profiling of land.

No objection.

10/150                        Appeals

None

10/151                        Notifications

None

10/152                        Conservation Areas

None

10/153                        Public Footpaths

The grass cutting on the Horsefair Estate has been completed to a poor standard with mounds of cut grass being left and scattered. Members appreciated that it is not HPBC policy to collect the grass but if this is to happen the frequency needs to be increased so that the amount of grass left behind is much smaller.

Monica Gillespie has been made aware of the tree cutting at Morrisons. No action can be taken as the land is owned by Morrisons and there are no tree preservation orders in place. Monica has contacted Morrisons to give them advice on how to correctly prune and fell trees so that the result is more aesthetically pleasing.

The stones on the tramway have been reinstated.

10/154                        Correspondence

Simon Tranter at DCC Highways will be sent copies of all the correspondence regarding the large agricultural vehicles using Eccles Road, as HPBC were unable to help as it was beyond their remit.

A reply will be sent to Mr. David Mullholland regarding this matter informing him of the Parish Councils actions.

On August 23rd the A6, from its junction with Barmorclough (A623) for a distance of 1.8km will be closed due to the renewal of overhead cables.

The National Trust are using the blank space on the sign at the foot of Eccles Pike as a commemorative memorial for Highley Sugden, who was a long term supporter of the National Trust and lived in Chapel-en-le-Frith. A memorial day is being held on the 17th September to unveil the new plaque.

Due to the closure of Town End Post Office, a new bus stop is being considered as near to Market Place as possible and two new options have been sent for Councillors opinions.

The sites that have been identified are outside the Charity Shop and near the chemist. Although Councillors applauded the idea, these were deemed unsuitable for the following reasons:

  • close proximity to the Pelican Crossing
  •  this is a narrow section of High Street which is already congested by cars waiting to turn onto the Market Place.
  • If two busses were to pull up at the same time, the road would come to a stand still.

Members have suggested that the current bus stop on the northern side (outside Cromwell House) is easily accessible. The new bus stop on the southern side could be situated outside High Peak 4x4. This is a wider section of the road and the bus lay-by will allow for two buses to pass.

10/155                        Any Other Business

None

There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 8.35pm

CHAIRMAN

 

CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH PARISH COUNCIL

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PARISH PLANNING COMMITTEE

Meeting Held:            Tuesday 21st July 2009 in the Annexe of the Town Hall, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Present:                      Councillor Mrs Young in the Chair

Councillors Martin, FP Harrison, Smith, McCarthy, Brookfield

Apologies:                 Councillors Mrs Batterbee, Mrs Armstrong, Clarey, Norton,

Absent:                       Councillor Mrs Bayirli

10/112                          Plenary Powers

Applications seeking Planning Permission or Approval to carry out development at locations within the Parish.

The Committee considered in turn six applications to carry out developments within the Parish and it was RESOLVED: That the following comments be sent to the relevant Planning Authority.

0298               Mr and Mrs Tinkler

3.07.09           Pyke House, Eccles Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

New detached garage, new vehicle access and front boundary wall

No objection

0359               Mrs J Hine

3.07.09           Highfield House, Combs, High Peak

                        First floor extension (Renewal of permission HPK/2004/0688)

No objection. Members thought the extension was an improvement to the building.

0381               Mr Alan Jones

9.07.09           35 Greggs Ave, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Two- storey porch extension to front of house, incorporating bedroom extension above.

No objection.

0359               Mr Jason Williams

16.07.09         114 Manchester Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Replace existing wooden garage with block and render construction in similar position.

No objection. The replacement of the garage will greatly improve the site.

0371               Goyt Valley Medical Practice

16.07.09         Eccles Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Construction of 1 dwelling with associated parking.

Members had no objection in principal but thought the land could be put to better use by extending the patients car park. At present, the cars have to park on the narrow street once the car park is full.

0377               Mr Robert Kenyon

17.07.09         Plot 1, Bowden Hey Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Change of use from general industrial unit to MOT and vehicle service centre.

No objection. Members would like conditions to be included that would prohibit the servicing of HGV’s and restrict the numbers of vehicles that can be kept overnight at any one time.

10/113                        Appeals

None

10/114                        Notifications

None

10/115                        Conservation Areas

The patch of tarmac on the kerb opposite the Kings Arms will be replaced with stone.

Mike Darling is investigating the PVC pallets that are placed along Castleton Road to prevent vehicular access as they are an eye-sore.

High Peak Borough Council will be asked to trim back the hedges on Market Street next to Morrisons garage as they are obstructing the pavement.

County Highways will be asked to cut the grass next to the by-pass.

10/116                        Public Footpaths

None

10/117                        Correspondence

The car park on Hayfield Road is currently owned by Barratts and is due to be transferred to HPBC once it is in a ‘suitable state’. DCC Highway engineers will undertake an inspection of the car park to assess the nature of any remedial work that may be required before the transfer. Barratts will then be contacted with details of the works required.

Currently there are no parking restrictions in Whitehough which means no enforcements can be carried out. Councillor Martin and Councillor FP Harrison will meet with Isobel Mulligan in Whitehough to discuss the problems and see if parking restrictions can be put in place.

A letter has been received from Mr. GA Harper of Eccles Road regarding the increase in both frequency and size of agricultural vehicles from High Courses Farm, from a company called Smith Plant Hire. A copy of the letter has been forwarded onto Mr Ellis at HPBC and a reply will be sent to Mr. Harper.

10/118                        Any Other Business

Due to the merger with Staffordshire Moorlands, the dates of HPBC Development Control Committee will be changing. As a result of this, new dates for the Parish Council Planning Committee will be made.

There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 8.15pm

CHAIRMAN

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