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 17th June 2008 in the Annexe of the Town Hall, Chapel-en-le-Frith                      

Present:                      Councillor Mrs Young in the Chair

Councillors Martin, Smith, Norton, Brookfield, Mrs Armstrong

Apologies:                 Councillors FP Harrison, Clarey, McCarthy

Absent:                       Councillor Mrs Bayirli,

09/70                            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.

Application No           Proposed Location and Development

0333               Enable Housing Association

30.05.08         25 The Meadows, Dove Holes

                        Conservatory

No Objection

0383               Chapel Town Football Club

04.06.08         Rowton Ground, off Willow Drive, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Extension to existing facilities

No Objection

0401               Mr Kenneth Ashton

05.06.08         3 Ashfield Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Remove existing conservatory and build new rear extension. Amend roof to existing garage.             

No Objection

0366               Frederic Robinson Ltd

10.06.08         Old Pack Horse, Town End, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Proposed slate covered seating area with baulstrading

No Objection. Members have asked that the site be visited by the Conservation Officer due to it’s location within the Conservation Area.

09/71              Appeals

None

09/72              Notifications

Granted

0134, 0256, 0296, 0236

09/73              Conservation Areas

Harold Longdon has made progress regarding the resurfacing of the areas outside Town End Post Office and the Shoulder of Mutton. 

John Hanbrook is pushing for the aggregate restoration to be complete before the well dressings.

A letter will be sent to High Peak Borough Council thanking them and the Clean Team for the speedy and thorough clean which took place after Chapel Carnival.

09/74              Public Footpaths

The steps leading from Terrace Road to Market Street are still covered by an overhanging tree and unfortunately neither High Peak Borough Council nor Derbyshire County Council can act as the path is marked as private.

The Burrfields Path leading to The Hall is subject to flooding and will need to be monitored closely.

Footpath 45, which runs through the field on Station Road will also need to be monitored closely as it floods with slurry in wet weather.   

09/75              Correspondence

Notification has been given for a temporary speed limit on the B5470 caused by carriageway surface dressing. This will be in place from 23.06.08 to 18.07.08

09/76              Any Other Business 

None

There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 8.10pm

CHAIRMAN

 

CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH PARISH COUNCIL

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PARISH PLANNING COMMITTEE

Meeting Held:            Tuesday 27th May 2008 in the Annexe of the Town Hall, Chapel-en-le-Frith                               

Present:                      Councillor Mrs Young in the Chair

Councillors Martin, Smith, FP Harrison, Clarey

Apologies:                 Councillors Norton, McCarthy, Mrs Armstrong, Mrs Bayirli

Absent:                       Councillor Brookfield

09/37                            Plenary Powers 

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

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

Application No           Proposed Location and Development

0299               Miss Deborah Pitt

09.05.08         The Fallow Deer, Bowden Lane, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Signs for new Public House

No Objection. Members commented that it was a tasteful design and was well suited to the area

0263               Mrs Maxine Shaw

13.05.08         25 Grange Park Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Addition of a larger entrance porch and pitched roof to front of property and the demolition of the existing single storey extension to be replaced with a new rear extension.

No Objection. The addition of the new entrance porch would create a far more aesthetically pleasing design.

0306               Peakdale Molecular

15.05.08         Frith Knoll Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Temporary change of use of land for car parking.

No Objection. However, members expressed concern that this should remain only as a temporary measure in order to protect any future development on adjacent land, which is owned by the Parish Council. Any work on the area that will be carried out should not, in any way, inhibit the development of surrounding land.

0287               Chapel-en-le-Frith Golf Club

19.05.08         The Cockyard, Manchester Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Extension to provide additional covered storage area.   

No Objection. As the site is visible from Eccles Pike, members strongly recommended that the roofing material should only be green coloured corrugated aluminium and not galvanized steel, in order to protect the view.  

0336               Mr Maurice Barwick

20.05.08         Bullring View, 28 Hallsteads, Dove Holes

                        Proposed first floor extension over existing garage.

No Objection

0331               Mrs Pauline Andrew

27.05.08         Ashworth House, Long Lane, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Change of use to small residential care home for three residents

No Objection, however, members stressed the importance of having an adequate parking and turning area due to the nature of Long Lane. The property is situated next to a school and the road has a busy flow of traffic and pedestrians at peak times.

0359               Mr Ian Dalton

27.05.08         18 Grange Park Avenue, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Proposed single storey side and rear extension, internal alterations and closing off first floor windows.

Members objected to this proposed development as the design detrimentally changes the character of the street scape and is out of keeping with other properties in the area. The refusal reasons of application HPK/2007/0881 should be upheld.

CD1/0408/14            Derbyshire County Council

13.05.08                 DCC Depot, Sheffield Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Proposed widening of access point to salt heap so deliveries can be made safely. Planting of hedge/screening to salt heap.

As this site is a gateway to Chapel-en-le-Frith it is vital that adequate and effective screening is provided. However, due to a lack of information on both the type of screening and sight lines of the splayed access point, members found it impossible to comment fully. A site meeting has been requested with John Hambrook at DCC to discuss the matter further.

09/38              Appeals

HPK/2007/0628

09/39              Notifications

Granted

0187, 0125, 0130, 0115, 0203, 0146, 0211, 0213, 0225, 0189, 0102

Refused

0161

Members requested a copy of the permission letter for HPK/2008/0115 so that the conditions regarding the protected trees could be read.

09/40              Conservation Areas

A letter is to be sent to DCC Highways regarding a broken bollard which is causing cars to mount the pavement on Hayfield Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith.

A new shop sign has been erected on a laundry service shop on Eccles Road that is not suitable for the Conservation area; a letter will be sent to HPBC planning in order for a site visit to take place.

09/41              Public Footpaths

Street light 95097 is out on Longmeade Drive and will be reported to DCC.

Footpath 45 which runs across a field on Station Road is full of slurry and will need to be inspected by Derbyshire County Council footpath officer.

Sight lines from Burnside Way Bridge are being restricted by an overgrown bush and will be reported to HPBC.

No warning signs have been erected by works carried out on the road at the site of the new development after the roundabout on Bowden Hey.

A temporary fence has been erected by the collapsed embankment on the Linear Path, as reported at the previous meeting.

09/42              Correspondence

A hard copy of High Peak Saved Local Plan Policies will be kept in the Parish Council Office. The document can also be viewed on the High Peak Borough Council website

A reply has been received from Paul Edwards regarding the proposed change of priorities at the junction between Eccles Road and Midland Road. He insisted that any change would not be approved without careful consideration and the end decision would be the one that would prove the safest for both road users and pedestrians. He also stated that it may be possible to install features within the road to limit the speed vehicles could reach along Midland Road.

09/43              Any Other Business

None

There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 9.00pm

CHAIRMAN

 

CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH PARISH COUNCIL

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PARISH PLANNING COMMITTEE

Meeting Held:            Wednesday 7th May 2008 in the Annexe of the Town Hall, Chapel-en-le-Frith                            

Present:                      Councillor Mrs Young in the Chair

Councillors Martin, Smith, FP Harrison, Brookfield, Mrs Bayirli

Apologies:                 Councillors Clarey, Mrs Armstrong

Absent:                       Councillors Norton, McCarthy

09/25                            Election of Chairman

Councillor Smith proposed and Councillor Martin seconded that Councillor Mrs Young be elected as Chairman.

RESOLVED:  That Councillor Mrs Young be elected as Chairman for the period until the next Annual Meeting of the Council.

09/26                            Election of Vice Chairman

Councillor Mrs Young proposed and Councillor Smith seconded that Councillor FP Harrison be elected as Vice Chairman.

RESOLVED:  That Councillor FP Harrison be elected as Vice Chairman to the period until the next Annual Meeting of the Council.

09/27                            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.

Application No           Proposed Location and Development

0225               Miss H Theyer

18.04.08         15 Grange Park Avenue, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Two storey side extension, single storey rear extension, new front porch

No objection. However, a condition should be included which states that the ‘domestic store’ be used for domestic purposes only, and not for trade.

0230               Mrs Pauline Andrew

18.04.08         2 Crossings Meadow, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Change of use to residential home

Withdrawn

0256               Mr Timothy Boothman

18.04.08         Chapel Post Office, Market Place, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Extension above second storey to create a three storey rear of house.

Cllr Martin declared an interest and withdrew from the council room.

No objection

0211               Mr O’Meara

23.04.08         4 Brooklands Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Two storey front extension containing extended bedroom and lounge

No objection, the proposed addition adds a more interesting facade to a plain building

0213               Mr Burgess

23.04.08         2 Brooklands Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Two storey front extension containing extended bedroom and lounge

No objection, the proposed addition adds a more interesting facade to a plain building

0215               Mr Moss

23.04.08         High Peak Borough Council, Buxton Town Hall

Construction of new winding timber stair to modern standards for safe infrequent access to loft area of Buxton Town Hall

No objection. The addition of the stairs may provide an opportunity to open the facility to the public in order to view the spectacular townscape.

0296               Mrs Jacqeline Nuttall

07.05.08         31 Beresford Avenue, Chapel-en-leFrith

                        Single storey rear extension

No objection

Peak Park

0331               Mr and Mrs Barratt

22.04.08         Rye Flatt Farm, Combs

                        Change of use of vacant barn to holiday cottage

No objection

Revised Plans

0115               Chartbrnch

23.04.08         Site enclosed by Bowden Lane, A6 and A624, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Construction of nine B1 units

Although the revised plans show that screening is to be added in certain areas of the car park, members expressed concern that no additional screening will be used to disguise the buildings themselves, especially Unit 1. As this area is an important gateway to both Chapel-en-le-Frith and the High Peak it is essential that all work undertaken will be in keeping with the surrounding areas. Members request that adequate measures are taken to add sufficient screening. 

09/28              Appeals

None

09/29              Notifications

Granted

0091, 0142, 0122, HPK 0150

Refused

0118

Members asked that a letter be wrote to County Highways regarding the conditions of 0091, Ray Butler and Sons, asking for clarification about the change of priorities at the road junction. Concerns were raised about the speed the lorries would reach along Midland Road, without having to give way at the cross roads.

09/30              Conservation Areas

Members have asked that a letter is sent to John Hanbrook asking that the annual restoration of the footpath aggregates be completed now due to the forthcoming events within Chapel-en-le-Frith.

A letter will be sent to Derbyshire County Council Highways regarding the rubble that has been left after the building of the ‘Give Way to On Coming Traffic’ sign on Hayfield road.

09/31              Public Footpaths

It was commented on how well the footpath surveys were coming along, as completed by the Civic society. It was asked that the Parish Council receive a copy of each completed form.

A letter will be sent to the environmental agency regarding the immediate remedial work that needs to be carried out on the river embankment on the west side of Smith Brook Close, behind Courses View. A concrete plinth has collapsed into the river taking the safety fence with it. Two additional plinths also look dangerous. 

A second letter will also be sent to the Environmental Agency regarding the collapsed embankment along the Linear Path.

09/32              Correspondence 

None 

09/33              Any Other Business

None 

There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 8.45pm

CHAIRMAN

 

CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH PARISH COUNCIL

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PARISH PLANNING COMMITTEE

Meeting Held:            Tuesday 15th April 2008 in the Annexe of the Town Hall, Chapel-en-le-Frith                             

Present:                      Councillor Martin in the Chair

Councillors Clarey, McCarthy, Mrs Young

Apologies:                 Councillors F P Harrison, Norton, Brookfield, Smith, Mrs. Armstrong

Absent:                       Councillor Mrs. Bayirli,

08/348                          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.

Application No           Proposed Location and Development

0146               Mrs D Emmett

02.04.08         3 Willow Drive, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Extension of living room, conversion of utility room and garage,

                        Single storey extension.

No Objection

0161               Mr N Sandham

02.04.08         20 Spencer Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Creation of new bedrooms and new French doors.

No Objection

0187               Mr and Mrs Stevenson

04.04.08         Windy Walls Farm, Ashbourne Lane, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Conversion and extension of existing outbuildings to form holiday let unit.

No Objection

0189               Ian Greenwood

11.04.08         22 Hordens Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Single storey detached garage in garden, two storey rear extension containing kitchen with bedroom over.

No Objection

0203               Mr CT Perkins

11.04.08         14 Elmfield, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Demolish existing garage and replace.

Mrs Young declared an interest

No Objection

Consultation of planning application

0175               Mr J Murphy

11.04.08         Willshaw, Whitehough, High Peak

                        Conversion of coach house al Willshaw to dwelling

Members recommend that contractors’ vehicles during the conversion are parked in the grounds of Willshaw and not on Whitehough Head Lane 

08/349                        Appeals

None 

08/350                        Notifications

Granted

0062, 0080, 0078, 0052

08/351                        Conservation Areas

None

08/352                        Public Footpaths

It has been noted that the footpath along Bowden Hey is now waterlogged due to the building work that is taking place. Once the build is complete the paths will be checked again to ensure adequate drainage has been included.

A complaint has been received from a member of the public concerning the unsightly mess left on the Market Place over the weekend. A request will be made to High Peak Borough Council to see if the Market Place can be cleaned earlier due to it being in the heart of the conservation area, and being surrounded by pubs and food outlets.

The steps leading from Terrace Road to Market Street are also in need of a clean as an overhanging tree has created a large amount of wet leaves which have gathered and is now a slip hazard.

Cllr Mrs Young has sent photos of the waterlogged area under the bridge on Manchester Road to the relevant services and the problem is now being dealt with.

08/353                        Correspondence

A reply has been received from Adrian Fisher regarding the boarded windows at the Memorial Club. It states that he will ensure that the site is inspected although the ability to act on ‘untidy sites’ is limited. 

A reply has been received from the manager at Morrisons who has informed me that the site has now been cleared as complaints were received at the store from members of the public.

08/354                        Any Other Business

Councillors Martin, M. Harrison, Smith and Norton have looked into the sites for new housing and have created a list of ‘in-fill’ sites. These have been sent to the company dealing with the issue.

A large name stone has been erected on a grass verge by a bungalow at the bottom of Tom Lane, Tunstead Milton which is unsightly. It has been asked that the ward councillor look into this and I have passed the information onto Cllr. Harrison.

There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 8.10pm

CHAIRMAN

 

CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH PARISH COUNCIL

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PARISH PLANNING COMMITTEE

Meeting Held:            Tuesday 25th March 2008 in the Annexe of the Town Hall, Chapel-en-le-Frith                               

Present:                      Councillor Martin in the Chair

Councillors Smith, Norton, Clarey

Apologies:                 Councillors F P Harrison, Mrs. Armstrong, Brookfield, Mrs Young, McCarthy

 

Absent:                       Councillors Mrs. Bayirli,

08/319                          Plenary Powers 

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

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

Application No           Proposed Location and Development

0134               Williams (HS) LTD

12.03.08         Land adjoining Bowden Hey Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        New-build industrial units.

In general, members supported this application, as the land is being developed for its proposed usage. However, as the previous refusal did not state whether the damage to the protected trees would be caused by the building or car park, members were unsure if the changes in the revised plans would be sufficient. The edge of the building is in an unchanged position and will undoubtedly have deep foundations which may still dislodge and damage the roots of the trees.  In this case an 8meter exclusion zone may not be enough.

0142               Mr and Mrs D Scott

12.03.08         20 Beaumont Drive, Dove Holes, Buxton

Proposed two storey, gable addition to form a dining room and a sitting room, bedroom extension and single bedroom over.

Cllr Norton declared an interest.

No objection, however, Members did express concern over a large, two-storey, gable-end so close to a neighbouring property.

Cllr Clarey left the meeting at 7.40pm

08/320                        Appeals

None

 

08/321                        Notifications

Granted 0032, 0026, 0025

08/322                        Conservation Areas

Members expressed concern over the windows at Chapel Memorial Club which still remain boarded up. This is unacceptable practice, especially in the conservation area and members asked that a strong letter be written to Adrian Fisher.

It has been noted that the new street sign at the top of Church Brow will remain as Burrfields.

Members expressed concern over the proposal of two disabled parking spaces to be permitted outside the Stocks Café. It was thought that this area was extremely unsuitable due to the cobbled nature of the road and that more suitable areas could be found, also on Market Place. Questions were raised over the markings that would be laid in the conservation area, and whether this would encourage long-term parking.

08/323                        Public Footpaths

It has been brought to the Councillors attention that a resident within the Parish has received news from Morrisons, that they have an agreement to clear the litter and waste left behind the mesh barriers located behind the shop. Members have asked the Clerk to write to Morrisons asking for confirmation of this.

08/324                        Suggested sites for housing

Members expressed great concern over the failure to notify the Parish Council of this important development until the deadline had been extended and over the lack of information that has eventually been received.

Members have not identified any areas until the number of proposed houses has been made aware of.

Chapel-en-le-Frith is situated in an up-hill valley, and members expressed a concern that the rising land should be protected and not built upon. It is important that all surrounding countryside should be conserved.

Members also thought that it was important that new houses should be built on free land that already exists within the towns, so to ‘fill in’ rather than expand.

Land owned by High Peak Borough Council should not be sold in the open market, instead it should be used to build new council houses and affordable homes. 

08/325                        Correspondence

An email has been received inviting members of the council to a site visit to discuss a new bus stop on the main road, near to Eccles Fold. Councillors Martin and Norton will attend.

08/326                        Any other business

Members were pleased to hear that both of Chapel's Post Offices will remain open.

There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 8.30pm

CHAIRMAN

 

CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH PARISH COUNCIL

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PARISH PLANNING COMMITTEE

Meeting Held:            Wednesday 5th March 2008 in the Annexe of the Town Hall, Chapel-en-le-Frith                          

Present:                      Councillor Martin in the Chair

Councillors Smith, McCarthy, Brookfield, Mrs. Young,

Apologies:                 Councillors F P Harrison, Clarey, Mrs Bayirli,

Absent:                       Councillors Mrs. Armstrong,  Norton

08/312                          Plenary Powers 

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

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

Application No           Proposed Location and Development

0091               Ray Butler & Sons

18.02.08         Station Yard, Eccles Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Industrial Units consisting of 7 small 2 storey starter units and a 2 storey block of units with flexible layout to cater for larger business.

Members very strongly objected to this application for the following reasons:

The site is not classed as employment land on the Local Plan

The access onto Manchester Road is inadequate and the use of commercial vehicles could prove a danger to other road users due to the nature of the junction off Midland Road.

Vehicular movements on Midland Road will be greatly increased and this road is unsuitable for use by commercial vehicles

Large, commercial vehicles will be encouraged to access the site from the centre of town which would cause congestion throughout the High Street. The area has already benefited from traffic calming.

Residents who live in properties along Eccles Road, Midland Road and Manchester Road will all be affected by the increase in vehicular movements and an increase in the noise levels.

There is adequate land for industrial development off Sheffield Road.

The site is more suited for residential development.

Members have asked that Cllr Mike Harrison ‘call in’ this application.

0113               Mr & Mrs Forman

20.02.08         The Hanging Gate, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        3 Holiday let cottages

Members were concerned that this would be an unnecessary development in an area of unspoilt countryside which should be preserved. However, were the application be granted, the design and materials of the build would have to be extremely sympathetic to the surrounding area and access should only be made from the Hanging Gate car park; no other access to the site should be permitted.

Members have asked that Cllr Mike Harrison ‘call in’ this application

0102               Bowers Coaches Ltd

22.02.08         Hayfield Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Units 1-3 Bowden Hey Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Change of use to a maintenance/vehicle repair facility

No Objection

Members would like a condition to be included which states that access should only be gained via the Bypass and not Hayfield Road due to the nature of the traffic calming measures that have been undertaken.

0118               Mr R Smith

22.02.08         63 Thornbrook Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Single storey detached garage in rear garden

Members objected to this application due to the size of the build. It was thought that the dimensions were too large for that of the outside space and that combined with the large extension that has already been added, the site would be too ‘built up’ Members requested a site visit.

0114               Chartbranch

26.02.08         Site enclosed by Bowden Lane, A6 and A624, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Construction of restaurant

Members had no objection to the Restaurant but strongly objected to the proposed design and building materials which are inadequate and out of character with the surrounding area. This site is an extremely important gate-way into both the Peak Park and Chapel-en-le-Frith and the materials should be highly sympathetic and of a superior quality.

Members thought the design should reflect that of the Public House which had been granted on the same site, and that a more cohesive and compatible theme would prove a success.

0115               Chartbranch

26.02.08         Site enclosed by Bowden Lane, A6 and A624, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Construction of nine B1 units

Members questioned the need to put industrial units on this site when, on the opposite side of the road, there is designated industrial land. Given the applications to build a Public House and a Restaurant, it would be more appropriate to use the area for further public services.

If the application were to be granted, members would like adequate screening to be included between the units and the public areas.

0062               High Peak Borough Council

Public Toilets Chapel-en-en-le-Frith                        Amended drawings

No objection to the planning application to install an access ramp.

However, members strongly objected to the design of the toilets and would like to direct you towards comments made at the Regeneration Partnership meeting. Members felt the space had not been utilised fully, and there was a strong need for a urinal to be included. Concerns were also made about the suitability of the existing roof and the safety issues surrounding the electrics, which are currently extremely hazardous due to the leak in the existing roof.

0122               Mr R Hall and Miss K Morten

04.03.08         1 Long Lane, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Single storey porch to front of house.

Cllr Mrs Yong declared an interest.

No Objection

0130               Mr Trevor Peach

04.03.08         Ridgegate, Tunstead Milton,

                        Proposed side extension

No Objection

0125               Mrs B Burke

05.02.08         34 Burnside Ave, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Conservatory on rear of property and hard landscaping of rear garden.

No Objection

Peak Park

NP/HPK/02080124

18.02.08                 Mr & Mrs C Maher

Thorny Lee Farm, Combs

Extension to dwelling

No Objection

NP/HPK/0208/0150

2902.08                   Winston Cartledge

Peaslows Farm, Sparrowpit

Construction of silage pit

No Objection

08/313                        Appeals

None

08/314                        Notifications

Granted 0983, 0991, 0984

Refuse 0884

Withdrawn NP/HPK/0108/0010, NP/HPK/1207/1129

08/315                        Conservation Area

The bollard outside 21A Hayfield Road needs replacing as it is fractured

The signpost placed at the top of Church Brow saying Burrfields Road has caused confusion amongst residents as the path is known locally as Danes Yard. Members thought the sign could be altered to read Danes Yard leading to Burrfields. The matter will be raised at the Regeneration Partnership meeting.

08/316                        Public Footpaths

The water running across the path under the bridge on Manchester Road has been reported. We have been informed that it will be inspected within a month. This will be closely monitored. 

08/317                        Any Other Business

Members were informed of large notice boards, used in surrounding towns to advertise local events that use a ‘slot in’ style of displaying information. This will be discussed at later meetings.

There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 9.03pm

CHAIRMAN

 

CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH PARISH COUNCIL

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PARISH PLANNING COMMITTEE

Meeting Held:            Tuesday 12th February 2008 in the Annexe of the Town Hall, Chapel-en-le-Frith                                 

Present:                      Councillor Martin in the Chair

Councillors Smith, Norton, McCarthy, Mrs. Young, Mrs. Armstrong

Apologies:                 Councillors Brookfield, F P Harrison, Clarey, Mrs Bayirli, M Harrison

Absent:                       None

08/292                          Plenary Powers

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

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

Application No           Proposed Location and Development 

1013               Enable Housing Association Ltd

03.01.08         25 The Meadows, Dove Holes

                        Bedroom and bathroom extension

Although no objection in principal, members queried the need for a four bedroom, two bathroom house, and whether this type of property was still affordable.

0026               Peakdale Molecular Ltd

17.01.08         Sheffield Rd, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Application to extend an existing planning permission (HPK/2004/0451)

No Objection

0032               Mr S Moss

18.01.08         Delabrook Farm, The Wash, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Conversion and extension of existing barn into Holiday Cottage

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.

0025               Graham Hirst, High Peak Community Housing

29.01.08         Land adjoining 41 Anchor Fold, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Creation of four parking spaces

No Objection

Members applauded this application and expressed that such parking was very much needed in the vicinity.

0052               Mr I Dalton

30.01.08         18 Grange Park Avenue, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Single storey side extension and new conservatory to rear.

Members had no objection to the original design of this proposed development and felt that it was a more modern and modest design compared to the second application

The conservatory has become a very dominant fixture and the development still projects out with the side extension.

0062               High Peak Borough Council

07.02.08         HPBC Hayfield RD, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Installation of disabled access ramp to existing public toilets

No objection to the planning application to install an access ramp.

However, members strongly objected to the design of the toilets and would like to direct you towards comments made at the Regeneration Partnership meeting. Members felt the space had not been utilised fully, and there was a strong need for a urinal to be included. Concerns were also made about the suitability of the existing roof and the safety issues surrounding the electrics, which are currently extremely hazardous due to the leak in the existing roof. 

0078               Mrs E Longdon         

12.02.08         1 West Horderns, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Front Weather Porch

No Objection

0080               Mrs B Kay

12.02.08         2 West Horderns, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Front Weather Porch

No Objection

Peak Park

0010               Mr and Mrs Barratt

15.01.08         Hanson Cottage, Combs

                        Application for variation of planning condition

Members objected to this application and would like to see a refusal in the change to the conditions. The variation should be withheld and for the Cottage to remain as an agricultural dwelling.

1129               Mr and Mrs Barratt

22.01.08         Rye Flatt Farm, Combs

                        Change of use of vacant barn to agricultural workers dwelling

Objection

As the above application should not be approved, this development would be deemed unnecessary.

08/293                        Appeals

None

08/294                        Notifications

Refusal

0821, 0881, Peak Park 1027

Granted

0938, 0943, 0895, 0950, 0896, 0838, 0673, 0887, Peak Park 0437

08/295                        Conservation Area

It has been noted that a stone paving slab has been removed from outside the Roebuck Inn/ Roebuck Place and been filled with Tarmac. We have been informed that this is due to the stone needing to be replaced due to a crack in the slab becoming a trip hazard and that the tarmac is a temporary measure.

The large amount of trade refuse being left outside the Memorial Club is an eyesore and a health hazard which has been reported to the local authorities on several occasions; however, no action has been taken as yet. The Clerk has been asked to write a strong letter to the Chief Executive regarding what is effectively fly tipping in the Conservation area.

08/296                        Public Footpaths

Members asked the Clerk to write to Network Rail regarding the running water under the bridge on Manchester / Midland Road, which becomes extremely hazardous in frosty weather. This problem has been reported to the water board and local councils on several occasions only to be informed that it is in fact Network Rails land.

The new footpath which runs behind the Kings Arms pub is constantly being used as a parking area. Although this is permitted as it is private land, the development of this area was to aid pedestrians, so a letter will be sent to Punch Taverns asking for their assistance in this matter. One proposed solution was for a retractable bollard to be installed.

The Burfields path which runs behind Morrisons is constantly being used as a dumping ground for peoples waste. The Clerk has informed me that she has written to the Environmental Health asking for their assistance in this matter, and is awaiting their reply.

08/297                        Any Other Business

Questions were asked as to why no planning applications were submitted from Morrisons when they changed their signs. It was noted that applications from other businesses in Chapel were received when they were to change theirs, and why these procedures didn’t apply to Morrisons.

There being no further business the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 9.10 pm.

CHAIRMAN

 

CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH PARISH COUNCIL

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PARISH PLANNING COMMITTEE

Meeting Held:            Tuesday 2nd January 2008 in the Annexe of the Town Hall, Chapel-en-le-Frith                                   

Present:                      Councillor Martin in the Chair

Councillors Smith, Norton, McCarthy, Mrs. Young

Apologies:                 Councillors Brookfield, Clarey, Mrs Armstrong

Absent:                       Councillors  F P Harrison, Mrs. Bayirli

08/247                          Plenary Powers

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

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

Application No           Proposed Location and Development

0983               Eric Bowers Coaches Ltd

19.12.07         Aspincroft Garage, Hayfield Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Demolish two out-buildings

No objection, however the removal of the buildings should serve only to create a larger turning area, and should not be used to increase the number of vehicular movements onto Hayfield Road.

0991               Mr and Mrs Capell   

20.12.07         5 Rowton Grange Road, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Attached garage to dwelling

No objection

0984               Homestead Properties

24.12.07         31 Market Street, Chapel-en-le-Frith

                        Change of use to Delicatessen/Café

No objection

Peak Park

Mr N Allcock

18.12.07                 Rushop Hall, Rushop Lane, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Listed Building Consent – Internal alterations to redundant farm building to form guest bedrooms and dining facility.

No objection

                        Mr N Allcock

18.12.07         Rushop Hall, Rushop Lane, Chapel-en-le-Frith

Change of use of redundant agricultural building to two bed and breakfast rooms and café.

No objection

08/248                     Appeals

None

08/249                        Notifications

0843,0856, 0767

Peak Park 0943

08/250                        Conservation Areas

Members asked the Clerk to chase the development of the Give Way Sign which is to be situated at the top of Hayfield Road. Provisions for this have already been made as a section of Pregnant Pavement has been added.

08/251                        Public Footpaths

The Clerk has been asked to contact the Clean Team, regarding a white substance that is covering the path from Burfields to Morrisons

The Clerk was asked to contact Geoff Walker regarding the running water under the Manchester Road / Midland Road bridge. 

08/252                        Correspondence 

Members asked the Clerk to source hard copies of the following,

  • Draft East Midlands Plan Panel Report
  • Rights of Way Improvement Plan for Derbyshire 2007-2012
  • Peak District Landscape Character Assessment Report

08/253                        Any Other Business

The Clerk has been asked to contact High Peak Borough Council, regarding the advertising trailer that has been parked at the by-pass roundabout. 

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

CHAIRMAN

Planning Da