PAPER I
MINUTES OF RYDE TOWN COUNCIL’S PLANNING COMMITTEE HELD ON
TUESDAY 28 JANUARY 2020 AT THE TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS,
10 LIND STREET, RYDE, ISLE OF WIGHT
Present:
Cllr Diana Conyers (Chair), Cllr Adrian Axford, Cllr Charles Chapman,
Cllr Phil Jordan and Cllr Malcolm Ross
In Attendance:
Jon Baker (Planning Administrator) and Chris Turvey (Planning Clerk)
1/20
APOLOGIES
Apologies were received from Cllr Nancy Farrell, Cllr Michael Lilley, Cllr Karen
Lucioni and Cllr Ian Stephens
2/20
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
Cllr Chapman declared a personal interest in minute 8/20 as he was the
Chairman of the Isle of Wight Councils Licencing Committee and would leave
the room when this matter was being discussed.
3/20
MINUTES
The minutes to the previous meeting held on 17 December 2019 were
reviewed.
RESOLVED:
THAT the Minutes of the meeting held on 17 December 2019 were
approved as a true and accurate record and were signed off by the Chair.
4/20
MEMBER QUESTIONS
Cllr Ross reported to the committee that the lighting on the “Welcome to Ryde”
sign on Binstead Road was not working and asked if Island Roads could be
contacted to rectify the situation. The Planning Clerk would contact Island
Roads and report back to members in due course.
5/20
PROGRESS ON ACTION TAKEN
PAPER I
All actions would be covered in later items on the agenda
6/20
PLANNING APPLICATIONS
The planning applications i - xiii were noted by the committee as they had been
submitted under delegated powers to accommodate the Christmas recess.
i.
Application No: 19/01487/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: Yarborough, Augusta Road, Ryde, PO33 3AU
Proposal: Demolition of porch; proposed porch/portico; painting of house
and porch/portico
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application.
ii.
Application No: 19/01519/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde East
Location: 158 Marlborough Road, Ryde, PO33 1AT
Proposal: Demolition of dwelling; proposed detached house; formation of
vehicular access and parking area.
RESOLVED:
That Ryde Town Council object to the application on the following
grounds:
a) The road improvements outlined in this application make
specific changes to this junction in isolation. This should not be
considered in a piecemeal way but be part of a cohesive scheme
of road improvements in the area including Pennyfeathers, the
Nicholson Road Business Park, the new Ice Rink / sports centre
at Smallbrooke, the proposed developments at West Acre park
and the already consented development at Rosemary Vineyard.
b) Demolishing and replacing the existing buildings would remove
the flexibility needed to accommodate any future road scheme
connected with the developments listed above.
iii.
Application No: 19/01520/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde East
Location: 155 Marlborough Road, Ryde, PO33 1AT
Proposal: Demolition of dwelling and detached garage; proposed dwelling,
access and parking
RESOLVED:
PAPER I
That Ryde Town Council object to the application on the following
grounds:
a) The road improvements outlined in this application make
specific changes to this junction in isolation. This should not be
considered in a piecemeal way but be part of a cohesive scheme
of road improvements in the area including Pennyfeathers, the
Nicholson Road Business Park, the new Ice Rink / sports centre
at Smallbrooke, the proposed developments at West Acre park
and the already consented development at Rosemary Vineyard.
b) Demolishing and replacing the existing buildings would remove
the flexibility needed to accommodate any future road scheme
connected with the developments listed above.
iv.
Application No: 19/01307/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: 4D Spencer Road, Ryde, PO33 2NZ
Proposal: Replacement of UPVC patio style door with wooden bi fold door
to existing balcony
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council strongly supports development that seeks
to restore original features as included in this application.
v.
Application No: 19/01308/LBC
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: 4D Spencer Road, Ryde, PO33 2NZ
Proposal: Listed building consent for replacement of upvc patio style door
with wooden bi fold door to existing balcony
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council strongly supports development that seeks
to restore original features as included in this application.
vi.
Application No: 19/01549/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: Co-op, Anglesea Street, Ryde, PO33 2JJ
Proposal: Installation of new gas cooler units on roof; refurbishment of
window frames, doors and roller shutters
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application.
vii.
Application No: 19/01563/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Binstead And Fishbourne
Location: 9 Binstead Lodge Road, Binstead, Ryde, PO33 3SG
PAPER I
Proposal: Proposed porch
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application.
viii.
Application No: 19/01574/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde East
Location: Land South of Westridge Farm and to Rear of 10 to 38 Circular
Road Off Hope Road, Ryde
Proposal: Proposed development of twelve dwellings by revisions to
approved plots/units 12,61,62,66,67 & 69 to provide a net increase of six
additional dwellings
RESOLVED:
That Ryde Town Council does not object to this application subject to
the following:
a) Density and open space:
The Design and Access and Planning Statement states that:
“The subdivision does not change the approved original footprints
of those dwellings. All works are within the confines of the same
scale and curtilage.”
The plans show that the proposed increase in numbers of homes
(6) will increase the footprint of the whole proposal by approx.
40m2. This reflects an increase in size of plot 12.
Plots 61, 62, 66, 67 and 69 cover approx. the same footprint as in
the approved application.
Ryde Town Council recognize that there is a small increase in
development footprint however the proposed increase within this
revision is not sufficient to have a material effect on the
development as a whole. Any further revisions increasing the size
of the footprint may, however, be opposed.
b) Affordable housing and s106
Plot No.
12 on the original application to be converted to
2
dwellings, both of which will be affordable to account for the
increase in housing nos. In addition, as part of s106 agreement the
following is offered:
£6,000 for education improvements
£1,500 for highway public realm improvements
SPA payment of £637 per new dwelling a total of £3822
Ryde Town Council welcome the additional infrastructure funding
proposals but consider this to be an absolute minimum offer by way
of mitigation for the increase in housing numbers.
PAPER I
ix.
Application No: 19/01608/ADV
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: 38 Union Street, Ryde, PO33 2LJ
Proposal: Replacement of 1no. existing external ATM sign with 1no. new
external ATM sign.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application.
x.
Application No: 19/01610/LBC
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: 38 Union Street, Ryde, PO33 2LJ
Proposal: Listed Building Consent for replacement of 1 no. external ATM
sign with 1 no. new external ATM sign.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application.
xi.
Application No: 19/01557/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: 21 High Street, Ryde, PO33 2HW
Proposal: Proposed change of use from A1
(shop) to A4
(drinking
establishment)
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council object to this application for the following
reasons:
a) There is lack of information as to how the proposed drinking
establishment will be used. Details such as whether there would
be live music, opening and closing times or whether food would
be available.
b) There is no provision within the provided information to show
waste storage
Following the concerns raised being addressed by the applicant, the
resolution was changed to the following:
THAT Following further information Ryde Town Council support this
application subject to the applicant giving details regarding provision
for waste bin storage.
xii.
Application No: 19/01633/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde East
PAPER I
Location: Preston Cottage, Brading Road, Ryde, PO33 1QQ
Proposal: Proposed single storey rear extension with deck area
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application.
xiii.
Application No: 20/00012/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Havenstreet, Ashey And Haylands
Location: 33A Mitchells Road, Ryde, PO33 3JA
Proposal: Proposed replacement of flat roof with pitched roof
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application.
xiv. Application No: 19/01560/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North East
Location: 31 West Hill Road, Ryde, PO33 1LG
Proposal: Demolition of conservatory; proposed single storey rear
extension with terrace area over.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application.
xv. Application No: 20/00033/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North East
Location: 49A George Street, Ryde, PO33 2EN
Proposal: Demolition of existing dwelling; proposed replacement dwelling.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
7/20 DECISIONS TAKEN BY THE ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL
Members noted the following appeal decisions.
1. PLANNING DECISIONS
a) APPLICATIONS APPROVED
i. Application No: 19/01251/LBC
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North East.
Location: Dental Surgery 9 Melville Street Ryde, PO33 2AE
Proposal: LBC for works required to address dry rot fungus on lower,
upper ground floor and first floor levels; replacement down pipe.
PAPER I
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
ii.
Application No: 19/01215/CLPUD
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde South
Location: 23 Star Street Ryde, PO33 2JH
Proposal: Lawful Development Certificate for continued use of
building as four flats.
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
iii.
Application No: 19/00694/LBC
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Location: 85 West Street Ryde, PO33 2NW
Proposal: Listed Building Consent for internal and external
alterations in connection with change of use from residential to
children’s nursery (use class D1) (revised description)
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
iv.
Application No: 19/01216/CLPUD
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Location: 18 Lind Street Ryde, PO33 2NQ
Proposal: Lawful Development Certificate for continued use of
building as three flats
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
v.
Application No: 19/01421/HOU
Parish: Ryde Ward: Binstead And Fishbourne
Location: 30 Parkway Binstead Ryde, PO33 3RZ
Proposal: Proposed single storey side extension
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
vi.
Application No: 19/01402/HOU
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde West
Location: 2 Sherbourne Avenue Ryde, PO33 3PX
Proposal: Proposed single storey extension on front and side
elevations with associated alterations.
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
vii.
Application No: 19/01420/FUL
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Location: Land Rear of 12 Union Street, Ryde
Proposal: Proposed detached dwelling with integral garage and
vehicular access.
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
PAPER I
viii.
Application No: 19/01427/HOU
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Location: 3 Westwood Road Ryde, PO33 3BJ
Proposal: Proposed single storey extension; alterations to include
dormer on rear elevation (revised scheme)
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
ix.
Application No: 19/01487/HOU
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Location: Yarborough Augusta Road Ryde, PO33 3AU
Proposal: Demolition of porch; proposed porch/portico; painting of
house and porch/portico
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
x.
Application No: 19/01462/LBC
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Location: Yarborough Augusta Road, Ryde, PO33 3AU
Proposal: LBC for removal of porch/portico; proposed porch/portico;
painting of house and porch/portico.
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
b) APPLICATIONS REFUSED
There were no applications refused for Ryde.
2.
TREE DECISIONS
LPA Ref No.: 19/00896/TW TPO Number: 1986/17
Location: Pentghent 49 Hillrise Avenue Binstead, Ryde
Tree Works:
T1. Ash, T3. Hawthorn situated as detailed in the
application are to be felled to near ground level. T2. Oak T4. Crack Willow
T5. Field Maple situated as detailed in the application are to be pruned back
to the fence line.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council noted all the decisions taken by the IW
Council.
8/20
LICENCE APPLICATIONS
Cllr Chapman left the room for this item.
The following licensing applications were considered:
i. Application No: 20/00043/STFURN
Location: Star Inn, 40 High Street, Ryde, PO33 2HT
PAPER I
Proposal:Street Furniture Licence.
Members noted that this was an annual application to renew the current
licence.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
ii.
Application No: 20/00029/STFURN
Location: Crown Hotel, 10 St Thomas Square, Ryde, PO33 2PJ
Proposal:Street Furniture Licence.
Members noted that this was an annual application to renew the current
licence.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
iii.
Application No: 20/00051/STSTAN
Location: Town Square, Anglesea Street, Ryde
Proposal:Street Trading Static Licence for 9 and 10 February 2020.
This application was for a two-day period involving a trading vehicle with
regard to selling mobile phones, contracts and various accessories.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
9/20
RYDE PLACE PLAN
Members reviewed the latest draft of the Ryde Place Plan which also included
an
Action Plan. This included upgrading the Vision Statement to A Manifesto for
Ryde. Set out in this document were statements and policies that defined and
celebrated Ryde, creating (Memorandum of Understanding) MoU agreements
designed to define proactive collaborative partnerships with key services and
stakeholders and also creating work programmes and supporting budget
settings.
The committee agreeded that the plan had been well put together and should
therefore be recommended to all members at Full Council on 3 February 2020
for approval. However, it was noted that owing to the latest version being
received late, more time was required to review the accompanying action plan
to the Place Plan. It was therefore suggested that this could return to the next
Planning Committee for further discussion and consideration.
PAPER I
It was also noted that, an invite should be extended to Mr Ian Boyd from Arc
Consulting to attend the next meeting of Full Council in order to take any
questions from members and address any areas of concern.
RESOLVED:
i.
THAT the Draft Ryde Place Plan be recommended for approval at
Full Council.
ii.
THAT Mr Ian Boyd of Arc Consulting be invited to attend the next
meeting of Full Council in order to take questions from members
about the Ryde Place.
iii.
THAT the Ryde Place Plan Action Plan be brought back to the next
meeting of the Planning Committee.
10/20
POSITION STATEMENT REVIEW
There had been various discussions since that previous meeting, but only two
members had confirmed their desire to sit on a working Group in order to review
the current Position Statement. It was therefore agreed that Cllrs Conyers and
Ross would join Cllrs Lucioni and Stephens on the group with a view to making
any suggested amendments, should they be required, in order for the Town
Council to have the best method to inform any long term decisions around the
level and distribution of development in the Ryde area.
11/20 ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCILS DRAFT HOUSING STRATEGY
The committee were presented with both the draft Isle of Wight Housing
Strategy 2020 - 2025 along with a summary of the plan.
It was noted from members that Ryde Town Council should look to encourage
smaller more affordable housing in order to provide support for the town’s
younger population.
Concerns were raised that there were too many large houses that would not
assist in addressing the needs of the young and to those not in a position to pay
for more expensive homes.
The committee agreed to look into the practicalities of completing the online
survey collectively on behalf of Ryde Town Council by the16 February 2020
deadline. It was also agreed that the strategy should return to the next Planning
Committee on 18 February 2020 in order to discuss any submitted response.
12/20 HIGH STREET HERITAGE ACTION ZONE
PAPER I
The Planning Clerk reported that representatives from England Heritage and
Historic England would be visiting on Wednesday, 29 January 2020 in order to
look at the condition of Ryde Theatre / Town Hall and how possible future
funding options could be utilised. There would also be a walk-through Ryde
High Street to evaluate the regeneration that would be required as a result of
the High Street Heritage Action Zone funding.
Nine representatives would be present, and all members of the Planning
Committee were welcome to attend.
13/20
ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL’S INFRASTRUCTURE WORKSHOP
The Chair circulated a report from the workshop along with a number of
questions and answers, which was attended along with Cllr Lucioni as
representatives of Ryde Town Council.
There were various stakeholders in attendance. Representing the Isle of Wight
Council (IWC) were Cllr Ian Ward (IWC Cabinet Member for Infrastructure and
Transport), Cllr Barry Abraham
(IWC Cabinet Member for Planning and
Housing), Chris Ashman (IWC Director of Regeneration), Ollie Boulter (IWC
Head of Planning Services), Keith Herbert (Southern Water), Alison Smith
(Clinical Commissioning Group - CCG), Richard Tyldesley (General Manager
of Southern Vectis) and Kayleigh Richter
(IWC Sustainability and
Environmental Management Consultant Officer). Cllr Dave Stewart the Leader
of the IWC also attended briefly and a representative from Cycle Wight was
present. Island Roads, however, were absent from the workshop.
A number of topics were discussed which included improvements needed for
Smallbrook Junction, housing numbers and needs survey, neighbourhood
plans, the parking strategy and sustainable transport issues.
Also discussed were planning applications that included GP’s and Schools as
part of the infrastructure. There was some indication that the Nicholson Road
development proposed surgery would be the amalgamation of Argyle Street
and The Esplanade surgeries.
14/20
THE RURAL COMMUNITY ENERGY FUND (RCEF)
The committee discussed the invitation for a seminar on Thursday, February
13, 2020 around applying for a grant that could assist communities to develop
their own local, clean and renewable sources of energy generation which
benefit their locality and the wider environment. The scheme offered the
following:
• Phase I of the scheme offered up to £40,000 for a feasibility
study.
• Phase II of the scheme offers up to £100,000 to cover further
project development costs and gaining planning permission.
PAPER I
The meeting was organised with the assistance of Solent Local Enterprise
Partnership (SLEP) and New Forest District Council
Members agreed that the RCEF was something that RTC should look at
exploring further but agreed that it would be logistically difficult for members to
attend an event in Lyndhurst that started at 5.30pm. It was therefore suggested
that the possibility of an Island event could be explored where various Town
and Parish Councils could attend. The Planning Clerk would contact South
West Energy Hub to explore the possibilities of this.
15/20
NATURES HIGHWAY REPORT
The committee considered a report from Natures Highways on the strategy of
the sustainable management of road verges on the Isle of Wight.
There was some concern that whilst the importance of the conservation of the
ecological importance of road verges as wildlife corridors should be recognised,
the timetables for carrying out work was not being adhered to and as a result,
many areas were left looking untidy and therefore not a good advertisement for
those visiting Ryde and the Island as a whole.
It was therefore agreed that a breakdown of relevant roads and verges be
obtained so Town Councillors could ascertain how their wards were affected by
the works and make relevant representations if required.
16/20
PUBLIC REALM
There were no Public Realm matters to consider.
17/20
DATE OF NEXT MEETING
RESOLVED:
THAT the next meeting of the Planning Committee will be held on
Tuesday, 18 February 2020 at 7pm in Ryde Town Council Chambers.
PAPER I
MINUTES OF RYDE TOWN COUNCIL’S PLANNING COMMITTEE HELD ON
TUESDAY 18 FEBRUARY 2020 AT THE TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS,
10 LIND STREET, RYDE, ISLE OF WIGHT
Members Present:
Cllr Diana Conyers (Chair), Cllr Adrian Axford, Cllr Charles
Chapman,
Cllr Phil Jordan, Cllr Michael Lilley and Cllr Malcolm Ross
Also In Attendance: Jon Baker (Planning Administrator) and Chris Turvey (Planning Clerk)
18/20
APOLOGIES
Apologies were received from Cllrs Karen Lucioni and Cllr Ian Stephens
19/20
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
Cllr Chapman declared a personal interest in minute
25/20
(Licencing
Applications), as he was the Chairman of the Isle of Wight Councils Licencing
Committee
20/20
MINUTES
The minutes to the previous meeting held on 28 January 2020 were reviewed.
RESOLVED:
THAT the Minutes of the meeting held on 28 January 2020 were approved
as a true and accurate record and were signed off by the Chair.
21/20
MEMBER QUESTIONS
Cllr Chapman asked about the flagpole on Eastern Gardens and if it required
any planning action owing to its current need for repairs and the imminent need
to use it for civic functions such as Commonwealth Day. The Planning Clerk
advised that there were no planning implications and that the pole would be
tended to in house.
22/20
PROGRESS ON ACTION TAKEN
All actions would be covered in later items on the agenda
PAPER I
23/20
PLANNING APPLICATIONS
i.
Application No: 20/00036/LBC
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: 61A Union Street, Ryde, PO33 2LG
Proposal: LBC for alterations to shopfront to include removal of existing
shopfront and formation of external seating
Members were advised that the original application for external
segregated seating on the pavement had been withdrawn and that the
revised application was set within the premises with all new internal
seating.
Following a vote by a show of hands, it was:
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council Raised No Objection to this application
Vote: 5 For - 1 Against
ii.
Application No: 20/00069/CLEUD
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde East
Location: 12 Arundel Road, Ryde, PO33 1BN
Proposal: Lawful Development Certificate (LDC) for continued use of
annexe as full time residential
NOTE - No Resolution could be made as it was an LDC (lawful for
planning purposes and therefore does not require any planning
permission)
iii.
Application No: 20/00078/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Binstead And Fishbourne
Location: 12 Parkway, Binstead, PO33 3UX
Proposal: Proposed two storey extension to replace existing adjoining
garage
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council Raised No Objection to this application
iv.
Application No: 20/00093/RVC
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Binstead And Fishbourne
Location: Quarrhurst, Quarr Road, Binstead, PO33 4EL
Proposal: Variation of conditions 2 and 6, and removal of conditions 8, 9
and 13 on P/00963/15 to allow development to be carried out in
accordance with amended plans and to agree details reserved by
conditions 6, 8, 9 and 13 relating to lighting, materials, windows, doors,
balconies, rainwater goods and landscaping
PAPER I
Members noted the concerns raised by the Isle of Wight Council’s
(IWC)Tree Officer, who advised that the amendment which required the
moving of the building, required the loss of three trees.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council objected to this application owing to the
concerns raised by the IWC’s Tree Officer.
Whilst the Committee did not object to the revisions of the approved
design of the building itself, the implications of the re-positioning of
it were that there was an unacceptable loss of three trees.
v.
Application No: 20/00117/LBC
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: Flat 1, Ryde Court, St Thomas Street, Ryde, PO33 2PB
Proposal: Listed Building Consent for replacement of window with doors in
rear elevation.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council Raised No Objection to this application
vi.
Application No: 20/00124/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: Copsefield West Copsefield Drive, Ryde, PO33 3AR
Proposal: Alterations to conservatory
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council Raised No Objection to this application
vii.
Application No: 19/01656/RVC
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North East
Location: Palmer House, Castle Street, Ryde, PO33 2EE
Proposal: Variation of condition 2 on P/00287/18
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council Raised No Objection to this application
viii.
Application No: 20/00074/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North East
Location: Flat 3, 81 George Street, Ryde, PO33 2JF
Proposal: Proposed change of use of second floor from residential flat
(C3) to provide storage space and staff area for the existing clinic
Members were reminded that the High Street Heritage Action Zone, for
which Ryde had received funding, identified a need within the High Street
for converting upstairs commercial spaces to residential accommodation
PAPER I
The Committee however was of the opinion that the application would
encourage the business to develop beneficially for the town.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council Raised No Objection to this application
ix.
Application No: 20/00193/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde West
Location: 3A Nelson Crescent, Ryde, PO33 3QN
Proposal: Proposed removal of existing roof; replacement roof extension
to provide additional living accommodation; rear extension (revised
scheme)
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council Raised No Objection to this application
24/20
DECISIONS TAKEN BY THE ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL
Members noted the following appeal decisions.
PLANNING DECISIONS
c) APPLICATIONS APPROVED
i.
Application No: 19/00272/FUL
Location: Tower Barn Appley Farm Marlborough Road, Ryde, PO33
1AA, Proposal: Siting of a shepherd hut to be used as tourist
accommodation; shed
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde East
Decision Date: 20/01/2020
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
ii.
Application No: 19/00081/ARM
Location: Ryde House Ryde House Drive Ryde, PO33 3FE
Proposal: Approval of reserved matters on P/00164/17 for design,
scale and layout of 14 units
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Decision Date: 21/01/2020
Ryde Town Council does not object to the approval of reserved
matters provided the following are put in place:
a) A pedestrian access to phase 1 of the site should be in place
alongside the access road as outlined in Island Roads report.
This will necessitate a new red line plan to include the new
pavement.
PAPER I
b) The commencement of phase 2 should be time limited to ensure
that the affordable housing element of the development is
delivered in a timely manner.
c)
The proposed works at the main road junction should be
completed as detailed on drawing no.14599/1 Rev A prior to the
occupation of any of the proposed properties.
iii.
Application No: 19/01179/HOU
Location: 1 Market Street Ryde, PO33 2NG
Proposal: Proposed installation of patio doors and replacement
casement window on rear elevation
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Decision Date: 24/01/2020
Ryde Town Council objected to the application on the following
grounds:
a) The property is situated within the Ryde Conservation Area and
as such the development should strive to maintain the character
of the rest of the building by installing windows which match, in
style, the existing windows as outlined in Ryde Town Council's
Position Statement.
b) Within Ryde's Conservation Area any replacement windows
should match, in the use of materials, that which is prevalent on
the rest of the existing building or when the replacement is
extensive, that which was used when the property was built.
iv.
Application No: 19/00524/RVC
Location: Rosemary Vineyard Smallbrook Lane Ryde, PO33 4BE
Proposal: Removal of agricultural occupancy condition on
TCP/8036C/M/734 and TCP/8036D/M/1880
Parish: Ryde Ward: Havenstreet, Ashey And Haylands
Decision Date: 28/01/2020
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
v.
Application No: 19/01563/HOU
Location: 9 Binstead Lodge Road, Binstead Ryde, PO33 3SG
Proposal: Proposed porch
Parish: Ryde Ward: Binstead And Fishbourne
Decision Date: 03/02/2020
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
vi. Application No: 19/00601/HOU
Location: Old Wychwood Quarr Hill, Binstead, Ryde, PO33 4EH
PAPER I
Proposal: Proposed single storey extension to front elevation to form
hobby room
Parish: Ryde Ward: Binstead And Fishbourne
Decision Date: 04/02/2020
Ryde Town Council objected to the application on the following
grounds:
a) Unless a report from the IWC's tree officer submits a favourable
report that would support this application, the application could
not be supported.
b) The tree report accompanying this application showed that part
of the proposal falls within the root protection area of a grade B
Oak tree. The report further suggested a possible method of
minimizing the harm done to that tree with a particular foundation
design and method of construction. As yet an evaluation of that
report from the Isle of Wight Councils tree officer is not available
so any impact the application would have on the nearby oak tree
could not be considered.
vii. Application No: 19/00156/RVC
Location: Land Between 24a/24b Bellevue Road and East Street,
Ryde
Proposal: Variation of condition 2 of P/01560/08 to reposition dwelling,
alteration to levels and removal of lightwell/steps (revised description)
(re-advertised application)
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North East
Decision Date: 07/02/2020
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
d) APPLICATIONS REFUSED
There were no applications refused for Ryde.
RESOLVED:
THAT the decisions taken by the Isle of Wight Council since the last Ryde
Town Council Committee meeting, be noted.
25/20
LICENCE APPLICATIONS
The following licensing applications were considered:
i.
Ref No - 20/00148/GAAGCN / GA05 New AGC | Pending Decision
Location - Adult Gaming Centre, Harbourlight Amusements, Peter Pans
Funfair and Amusements, 23 The Esplanade, Ryde PO33 2DZ
Purpose - Gambling Act 2005 - Notification of Applications Received
PAPER I
The consultation period will end on the 6 March 2020.
Concerns were raised around the siting of such a facility within an
established Children’s Amusement Park. Members agreed that in a time of
such gambling machines leading to addiction problems and mental health
issues, to have such a facility in a family orientated environment was not
suitable in such surroundings.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council Strongly objects to this application on the
grounds that such a facility was not deemed as acceptable in such
family orientated surroundings.
ii.
Ref No - 20/00165 / OW - Premises Licence Full Variation Application
Location - Bartletts Green Farm, Brading Road, Ryde
Purpose - Application for a Premises Licence
The consultation period will end on the 10th March 2020
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application.
26/20 RYDE PLACE PLAN - ACTION PLAN
Members discussed the Action Plan that had been attached to a draft version
of the Ryde Plan was circulated for members to consider.
Prior to the discussion, members of the public were granted an opportunity to
raise issues. These included concerns around possible development of St
Thomas’ Street Car Park and the protected use of Ryde Esplanade.
Following Full Council approval of the Place Plan at its meeting on 3 February
2020, members of the planning committee gave consideration to its Action Plan
and what priorities would be addressed. Members agreed that the ffive issues
would be focussed on:
i.
Upgrade the Vision Statement to “A Manifesto for Ryde”
ii.
Create MOU Agreements designed to define proactive collaborative
partnerships with key services and stakeholders for the achievement of
the Manifesto goals.
iii.
Create a work programme that quickly initiates something in each of the
action zones, combining public space and social enterprise objectives.
PAPER I
iv.
Look at community grant criteria that would be in line with supporting the
Place Plan principles.
v.
Look at revising the staffing structure at RTC in order to provide the best
possible support for the Place Plan. The Personnel Panel would be
discussing this and provide recommendations to all members.
Members agreed that a briefing note would be sent out by the Chair to provide
more detail.
It was noted that a lot of work had already started such as Aspire and the future
plans for Appley Tower. Progress on the work on the staff restructure would
also be communicated to members on a regular basis.
Members of RTC who also sit on the IWC would also continue to lobby the IWC
administration to promote the Place Plan.
Finally, it was noted that with regard to the Action Plan, a matrix could be
devised that would analyse work that had started and allow discussions and
involvement with staff.
RESOLVED:
THAT the basic principles of the Action Plan be agreed.
27/20
RYDE COMMUNITY ORCHARD
Members were advised that Natural England (NE), who already work with RTC
on various matters, had approached the IWC with regard to an area of land
near the railway line at the bottom of the Nicholson Road trading estate.
The land would be turned into a Community Orchard for the benefit of local
residents. The initiative would promote green spaces and allow the public to
become engaged with the growth of organic fruit grown close to home and also
encourage interaction with local wildlife.
The donation of the land from the IWC would also align with aspects of the Ryde
Place Plan. It was hoped that NE could make a presentation to members at a
future date.
28/20
POSITION STATEMENT REVIEW
The committee were advised that a date would be identified shortly, and
members of the Position Statement Review Panel would meet to discuss any
possible changes that may be required.
29/20
ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL’S DRAFT HOUSING STRATEGY - RTC’S
RESPONSE
PAPER I
The committee agreed that the IWC’s Housing Strategy was an important plan
which needed input from RTC.
The Mayor advised that as he was a member of both the IWC’s Scrutiny and
Planning Committee he would be in a good position to raise any of the housing
issues and concerns of Ryde.
Members were concerned that the level of affordable housing was still very low
within the Ryde area and better planning to address such issues needed to be
looked at in order to provide such accommodation.
Whilst a dedicated meeting to discuss a response would be desirable, members
agreed that owing to time and resource constraints, this was not likley. It was
therefore agreed that all members views could be sought via email to the chair
and a collective response created and sent to the IWC.
The chair had devised a series of questions that could be used to help inform a
response which was circulated.
Key issues included:
• Affordable Housing Numbers
• Rental Issues
• Infrastructure concerns with bigger involvement from RTC
RESOLVED:
THAT a response be collated and sent to the Isle of Wight Council.
30/20
NEW ENGINEERING WORKS FOR HOVERTRAVEL
Owing to the representative from Hovertravel being unable to attend the
meeting, the presentation around the proposal for new engineering works at
Ryde Esplanade Hovercraft Terminal would now be given at a later date.
31/20
HIGH STREET HERITAGE ACTION ZONE (HSHAZ)
The committee was advised that a there had been a pre meeting of the HSHAZ
steering group to agree proceeding with the recruitment of a Project Officer.
Members were advised that any issues regarding the HSHAZ could be raised
at the next meeting of the Ryde Regeneration Working Group
32/20
PUBLIC REALM
With regard to Coronation Gardens, this was progressing, but there were some
issues with tree planting
33/20
DATE OF NEXT MEETING
PAPER I
RESOLVED:
THAT the next meeting of the Planning Committee will be held on
Tuesday, 10 March 2020 at 7pm in Ryde Town Council Chambers.
PAPER I
MINUTES OF RYDE TOWN COUNCIL’S PLANNING COMMITTEE HELD ON
TUESDAY 10 MARCH 2020 AT THE TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS,
10 LIND STREET, RYDE, ISLE OF WIGHT
Members Present:
Cllr Diana Conyers (Chair), Cllr Adrian Axford, Cllr Phil Jordan
and
Cllr Malcolm Ross
Also, In Attendance: Jon Baker (Committees Coordinator) and Chris Turvey (Planning and
Clerk)
Prior to the start of the meeting during the period of public questions, various areas of
concern were discussed around issues raised at the recent Ryde Regeneration Group
Meeting on 9 March 2020 and there was a strong feeling that Ryde’s interests were not
being represented adequately at the Isle of Wight Council. Members therefore agreed that
a meeting was required with relevant Isle of Wight Council Cabinet members and officers
to discuss the concerns of local residents.
34/20 APOLOGIES
Apologies were received from Cllr Michael Lilley
35/20 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
None declared
36/20 REQUESTS FOR DISPENSATIONS
None requested.
37/20 MINUTES
The minutes to the previous meeting held on 18 February 2020 were reviewed.
RESOLVED:
THAT the Minutes of the meeting held on 18 February 2020 were approved
as a true and accurate record and were signed off by the Chair.
38/20 MEMBER QUESTIONS
PAPER I
Cllr Axford asked about the quote for the dropped curb outside and opposite
the Methodist Church in Garfield Road. It was noted that Island Roads have
been approached and the Town Council was awaiting a response.
39/20
PLANNING APPLICATIONS
The following Planning Applications were considered:
i.
Application No: 20/00164/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde South
Location: Unit 2 And 4 Atlantis Court, Nicholson Road, Ryde, PO33 1FB
Proposal: Proposed fenced enclosure to form secure materials yard and
proposed change of wall cladding colour to unit 2 only
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
ii.
Application No: 20/00197/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: 46 Argyll Street, Ryde, PO33 3BY
Proposal: Demolition of detached garage; proposed detached garden room
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
iii.
Application No: 20/00219/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde East
Location: 1 Grasmere Avenue, Ryde, PO33 1NU
Proposal: Proposed two storey extension and porch
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
iv.
Application No: 20/00224/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: 3 Northwood Drive, Ryde, PO33 3AQ
Proposal: Proposed 1st floor extension; conversion of garage to form
additional living accommodation; alterations to include extension to balcony
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
v.
Application No: 20/00046/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North East
Location: Wayfarer
PAPER I
East Hill Road, Ryde, PO33 1LL
Proposal: Proposed 1st floor extension
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
vi.
Application No: 20/00250/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North East
Location: 65 Monkton Street, Ryde, PO33 2BB
Proposal: Proposed platform lift and disabled access ramp
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
vii.
Application No: 20/00256/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: 6 West Street, Ryde, PO33 2NW
Proposal: Demolition of porch; proposed replacement porch
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
viii.
Application No: 20/00271/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: Ryde Methodist Church
Garfield Road, Ryde, PO33 2PT
Proposal: Proposed access ramp
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
ix.
Application No: 20/00314/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North East
Location: Flat 3, Nelson House, 52 The Strand, Ryde. PO33 1JD
Proposal: Proposed replacement windows
There was some discussion around the composition of the window frames
and how they affected the nature of the conservation area and members
were concerned that plastic frames could have a detrimental effect. The
Committee was however advised that the make-up of the frames would not
necessarily be a determining factor in the planning authority’s decision
making process, provided that their appearance was in keeping with the
area.
RESOLVED:
PAPER I
THAT Ryde Town Council objected to this application owing to the
composition of the window frames being plastic. The Town Council
was of the opinion that, in a conservation area, any window that is
replaced should be constructed matching the materials of the house’s
original construction.
x.
Application No: 20/00332/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: 31 Cross Street, Ryde, PO33 2AA
Proposal: Alterations, extension at 1st floor level on rear elevation and
conversion of 1st and 2nd floors to form maisonette; balcony on rear elevation
at 2nd floor level.
Members welcomed the submission as it matched the aspirations contained
within the High Street Heritage Action Zone (HSHAZ) project. However, there
was some concern about the lack of detail with regard to the provision of bin
storage for residents.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application,
subject to details of the provision of adequate bin storage being
included in the submission.
xi.
Application No: 20/00333/LBC
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: 31 Cross Street, Ryde, PO33 2AA
Proposal: LBC for alterations, extension at 1st floor level on rear elevation
and conversion of 1st and 2nd floors to form maisonette; balcony on rear
elevation at 2nd floor level.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
xii.
Application No: 20/00350/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Binstead And Fishbourne
Location: 107 Newnham Road, Binstead, Ryde, PO33 3TF
Proposal: Demolition of porch; proposed extensions on front and rear
elevations; replacement raised roof to form additional accommodation at 1st
floor level to include dormers
There was one objection from a member of the public with regard to raising
complaints to building noise and using the lower garden area for depositing
waste materials.
RESOLVED:
PAPER I
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application.
However, it was felt that a condition should be imposed on the works
to prevent nuisance to the neighbouring properties.
40/20
DECISIONS TAKEN BY THE ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL
Members noted the following appeal decisions.
1. PLANNING DECISIONS
e) APPLICATIONS APPROVED
i.
Application No: 19/01307/FUL
Location: 4D Spencer Road Ryde, PO33 2NZ
Proposal: Replacement of UPVC patio style door with wooden bi fold
door to existing balcony
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Decision Date: 10/02/2020
Ryde Town Council strongly supported the development that seeks to
restore original features as included in this application
ii.
Application No: 19/01308/LBC
Location: 4D Spencer Road Ryde, PO33 2NZ
Proposal: Listed building consent for replacement of UPVC patio style
door with wooden bi fold door to existing balcony
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Decision Date: 10/02/2020
Ryde Town Council strongly supported the development that seeks to
restore original features as included in this application
iii.
Application No: 19/01608/ADV
Location: 38 Union Street Ryde, PO33 2LJ
Proposal: Replacement of 1no. existing external ATM sign with 1no. new
external
ATM sign.
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Decision Date: 11/02/2020
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application.
iv.
Application No: 19/01610/LBC
Location: 38 Union Street Ryde, PO33 2LJ
Listed Building Consent for replacement of 1 no. external ATM sign with
1 no. new external ATM sign.
Proposal: Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Decision Date: 11/02/2020
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application.
PAPER I
v. Application No: 19/01339/FUL
Location: 91 George Street Ryde, PO33 2JE
Proposal: Proposed alterations to low level brickwork border wall and
provision of
powder coated guard rails over with access gate; replacement entrance
door
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North East
Decision Date: 18/02/2020
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application.
vi.
Application No: 20/00012/HOU
Location: 33A Mitchells Road Ryde, PO33 3JA
Proposal: Proposed replacement of flat roof with pitched roof
Parish: Ryde Ward: Havenstreet, Ashey And Haylands
Decision Date: 25/02/2020
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application.
vii.
Application No: 20/00033/FUL
Location: 49A George Street, Ryde, PO33 2EN
Proposal: Demolition of existing dwelling; proposed replacement
dwelling
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North East
Decision Date: 26/02/2020
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application.
viii.
Application No: 19/01557/FUL
Location: 21 High Street, Ryde, PO33 2HW
Proposal: Proposed change of use from A1 (shop) to A4 (drinking
establishment)
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Decision Date: 27/02/2020
Following further information Ryde Town Council supports this
application subject to the applicant giving details regarding provision for
waste bin storage.
f)
APPLICATIONS REFUSED
i. Application No: 19/01400/FUL
Location: Land Adjacent 11 Quarr Close Binstead, PO33 4EN
Proposal: Proposed dwelling (revised scheme)
Decision Date: 11/02/2020
Parish: Ryde Ward: Binstead And Fishbourne
Decision Date: 11/02/2020
PAPER I
Ryde Town Council objected to the application. Although the building
falls just outside the tree protection area, the Planning Committee were
of the opinion that there was still a possibility of a negative impact on
the surrounding trees.
g) APPEAL DECISION
Planning Appeal Decision - Site visit took place on 3 February 2020
Planning Application Ref: P/00347/19
Appeal Ref: APP/P2114/W/19/3235033
- Aldermoor Farm, Upton
Road, Ryde PO33 3LA
The appeal was allowed, and planning permission granted for the
conversion of barns to provide three dwellings and the relocation of bus
stop at Aldermoor Farm, Upton Road, Ryde, in accordance with the
terms of the application, dated 28 March 2019, subject to the conditions
set out in the Schedule of Conditions.
Decision date: 21/02/2020
2. TREE DECISIONS
i. Site: 8 Quarr Close, Binstead, Ryde, PO33 4EN
Tree Works: Tree 1 Oak - Fell
Notice must be given when work has commenced in order to assist a
review of completed work.
LPA Ref No.: 20/00166/TW
ii.
Site: Millfield 29 Queens Road Ryde, PO33 3BG
Conservation Area: Tree Works: T1 Strawberry tree to be reduced by half
its current height. G1 5 x Leyland cypress trees situated as detailed in the
application are to be felled to near ground level.
Notice must be given when work has commenced in order to assist a
review of completed work.
LPA Ref No.: 20/00217/TW
iii.
Site: St John's Farm Cottage 14 Marlborough Road Ryde, PO33 1AA
TPO Number: 2008/24 A1 Tree Works: T1 - Monteray Cypress situated is
to be felled to near ground level.
LPA Ref No.: 20/00300/TW
iv.
Site: 22 West Hill Road Ryde Isle of Wight, PO33 1LG,
TPO Number: 1988/44 T1 Conservation Area: Ryde St Johns
Tree Works: Protected by TPO:
Ash tree situated as detailed in the application is to be reduced cut back
to previous pruning points. Protected by Conservation Area:
LPA Ref No.: 19/01620/TW
v.
Site: Little Dene Augusta Road Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 3AT
Conservation Area: Ryde
PAPER I
Various Tree Works:
LPA Ref No.: 20/00095/TW
RESOLVED:
THAT the decisions taken by the Isle of Wight Council since the last Ryde
Town Council Committee meeting, be noted.
41/20
LICENCE APPLICATIONS
Adult Gaming Centre Licence - Peter Pans Funfair
Prior to the received applications being considered, the Planning Clerk updated
the committee on the recent application for an Adult Gaming Centre Licence, at
Peter Pans Funfair and Amusements,
23 The Esplanade, Ryde
(20/00148/GAAGCN / GA05).
Whilst Ryde Town Council had strongly objected to the application at its
meeting on 18 February 2020 on the grounds that such a facility was not
deemed as acceptable in such family orientated surroundings, further
objections were submitted to the Isle of Wight Councils Regulatory Services
(Licencing) outlining the Town Council’s views on the proposed facility being in
contravention of two of the Licencing objectives, which were:
• Protecting children and other vulnerable persons from being harmed or
exploited by gambling.
• Preventing gambling from being a source of crime or disorder, being
associated with crime or disorder, or being used to support crime.
Members were advised that the application was likely to be considered by the
Isle of Wight Councils Licencing Sub Committee in the future.
The following licensing applications were then considered:
i. Street Furniture Permit Application - Ref 20/00192, Highways Act 1980
Section 115E
Application for a Street Furniture Permit for The Works, High Street,
Ryde.
The consultation period will end on the 24th March 2020
ii. Street Furniture Application - Ref 20/00217, Highways Act 1980 Section
115E
Application for a Street Furniture Permit for Michelangelo Italian
Restaurant, St Thomas Street, Ryde.
The consultation period will end on the 31st March 2020
iii. Street Furniture Application - Ref 20/00220, Highways Act 1980 Section
115E
PAPER I
Application for a Street Furniture Permit for Barrow Boys, High Street,
Ryde.
The consultation period will end on the 31st March 2020
RESOLVED:
THAT the three Licence Applications were noted with no objections
42/20
IWC HOUSING STRATEGY RESPONSE
The Chair advised that she had, on behalf of the Town Council, put together
suggested responses to the Housing Strategy Questions. All members had
been invited to comment, but to date no responses had been received.
It was noted that the responses would need to be sent to the IWC by Thursday,
12 March 2020. Members were encouraged to look at the observations and
make any comment if they wished.
43/20
VECTIS HALL
Members were advised that a question was raised by a member of the public
at Full Council on 2 March 2020 with regard to the poor state of Vectis Hall and
what RTC could do with regard to its future.
The Planning Clerk advised that the IWC’s Principal Conservation Officer had
been approached and he advised that the current lease holder had overvalued
the property and needed to reduce the current asking price by a significant
margin to demonstrate that he was actively trying to sell the property. Should
this not be addressed, then Section 215 measures would need to be initiated,
which would require the leaseholder to remedy the condition of the building and
ensure it was not detrimental to the area.
44/20
HIGH STREET PEDESTRIANISATION
The committee were advised that Island Roads had been contacted with regard
to the works starting. Whilst the Traffic Order had been approved at the end of
2019, RTC was now keen to see the works commence as the pedestrianisation
of the upper High Street was key to the success of the HSHAZ project.
Residents and users of the High Street also needed to be made fully aware of
the works start and finish times as there were parking restriction implications to
take into account.
45/20
HIGH STREET HERITAGE ACTION ZONE (HSHAZ)
The committee was advised that the previous week there had been a meeting
to discuss the HSHAZ at County Hall in Newport where there was also
representation from Newport and Carisbrooke Community Council (NCCC), the
Isle of Wight Council and local business associations. Issues that were
discussed included:
PAPER I
Project Officer - Interview dates were set for 27-28 March 2020. Members
were advised that funding had still not been granted from the Historic
England (HE). Employment of the officer was therefore at the risk of IWC
(and maybe RTC) until a contract had been signed with, HE.
Steering Group Composition - The committee was advised that NCCC’s
Steering Group comprised of three councillors and one Project Officer. RTC
would therefore likely follow the same make-up. The Stakeholder Group
would be made up of such bodies as the Ryde Business Association, Ryde
Society, local Carnival Association etc.
Financial Arrangements - It was proposed that the IWC would be the main
funding body. As such, they would be responsible for preparing and auditing
the payments and funding of the project, as well as provide Human
Resources services for the project officers, employing them directly. RTC
and NCCC would then buy into the services as and when required
46/20
PUBLIC REALM
With regard to Coronation Gardens, this was ongoing, but there were still some
issues with regard to seasonal planting which needed urgent attention.
There was also some discussion around the future regeneration of the
Esplanade and opportunities for RTC to be proactive in increasing its
involvement in improving public realm within the area.
Members also discussed the possibility of developing, possibly via the Ryde In
Bloom initiative, a Green Team Volunteers group which would allow local
residents to become actively involved in the upkeep and development of
various areas of Public Realm.
Such matters could also form the basis of discussion at any future Ryde
Stakeholder Group meetings.
47/20
ADDITIONAL URGENT MATTER - COVID 19 CORONAVIRUS
Owing to the recent worldwide outbreak of the COVID Coronavirus and the
possible serious effects to the functioning of the Town Council, members
discussed the possible need to use delegated powers for any future planning
applications, should there be a requirement to cancel any upcoming Planning
Committee Meetings.
Members agreed that if any meetings were to be cancelled owing to an outbreak
of COVID 19 or any local or national emergency at RTC, delegated authority
would be passed to the Planning Committee Chair and the Planning Clerk, in
order for the Town Council to continue to make representations to the Isle of
Wight Council (Planning Authority) with regard to Planning Applications. Such
decisions could be discussed and made via an exchange of emails and then
relayed to all members of the committee.
PAPER I
These delegated powers would also be utilised in the event of a meeting being
inquorate owing to insufficient committee members being present.
RESOLVED:
THAT the Planning Committee Chair (Cllr Conyers) and the Planning Clerk
(Chris Turvey) be authorised, under delegated powers, to make
representations to the Isle of Wight Council (The Planning Authority), in
the event of the any future meeting being cancelled owing to any local or
national emergency and / or the committee being inquorate.
48/20 DATE OF NEXT MEETING
RESOLVED:
THAT the next meeting of the Planning Committee will be held on
Tuesday, 31 March 2020 at 7pm in Ryde Town Council Chambers.
PAPER I
MINUTES OF RYDE TOWN COUNCIL’S
PLANNING AND REGENERATION COMMITTEE
HELD ON TUESDAY 31 MARCH 2020 AT THE TOWN COUNCIL CHAMBERS,
10 LIND STREET, RYDE, ISLE OF WIGHT
Members Present:
Cllr Diana Conyers (Chair), Cllr Adrian Axford, Cllr Phil Jordan
and
Cllr Malcolm Ross
Also In Attendance: Jon Baker (Committees Coordinator) and Chris Turvey (Planning
and Regeneration Clerk)
49/20 APOLOGIES
Apologies were received from Cllr Michael Lilley
50/20 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
None declared
51/20 REQUESTS FOR DISPENSATIONS
None requested.
52/20 MINUTES
The minutes to the previous meeting held on 18 February 2020 were reviewed.
RESOLVED:
THAT the Minutes of the meeting held on 10 March 2020 were approved
as a true and accurate record and were signed off by the Chair.
53/20 MEMBER QUESTIONS
Cllr
54/20 PLANNING APPLICATIONS
The following Planning Applications were considered:
PAPER I
i. Application No: 20/00384/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: 29 Westfield Park, Ryde, PO33 3AB
Proposal: Proposed single storey rear extension
ii. Application No: 20/00428/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North East
Location: 35 - 36 High Street, Ryde, PO33 2HT
Proposal: Proposed alterations and conversion of first and second floors
from retail offices and staff facilities into four flats
iii. Application No: 20/00435/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde West
Location: Rye House, Playstreet Lane, Ryde, PO33 3LJ
Proposal: Proposed detached dwelling and garage with vehicular access
(revised scheme)
55/20 DECISIONS TAKEN BY THE ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL
Members noted the following appeal decisions.
3. PLANNING DECISIONS
h) APPLICATIONS APPROVED
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application.
i)
APPLICATIONS REFUSED
Ryde Town Council objected
4. TREE DECISIONS
RESOLVED:
THAT the decisions taken by the Isle of Wight Council since the last Ryde
Town Council Committee meeting, be noted.
56/20 LICENCE APPLICATIONS
The following licensing applications were considered:
RESOLVED:
PAPER I
THAT the Licence Applications were noted with no objections
57/20 IWC HOUSING STRATEGY RESPONSE
The Chair
58/20 HIGH STREET HERITAGE ACTION ZONE (HSHAZ)
The committee was advised that
59/20 PUBLIC REALM
With regard to Coronation Gardens
60/20 DATE OF NEXT MEETING
RESOLVED:
THAT the next meeting of the Planning and Regeneration Committee will
be held on Tuesday, 31 March 2020 at 7pm in Ryde Town Council
Chambers.
PAPER I
MINUTES OF RYDE TOWN COUNCIL’S PLANNING
AND REGENERATION COMMITTEE HELD ON
TUESDAY 23 JUNE 2020 AT 2.00PM VIA THE ZOOM VIDEO MEETING
FACILITY
Members Present:
Cllr Diana Conyers (Chair), Cllr Adrian Axford, Cllr Michael Lilley,
Cllr Phil Jordan and Cllr Malcolm Ross
Also, In Attendance: Jon Baker (Committees Coordinator) and Chris Turvey (Planning Clerk)
61/20
APOLOGIES
Apologies were received from Cllr Nancy Farrell, Cllr Charles Chapman, Cllr
Karen Lucioni and Cllr Ian Stephens.
62/20
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
None declared
63/20
REQUESTS FOR DISPENSATIONS
None requested.
64/20
MINUTES
The minutes to the previous meeting held on 10 March 2020 were reviewed.
RESOLVED:
THAT the Minutes of the meeting held on 10 March 2020 were approved
as a true and accurate record and would be signed off by the Chair
following the meeting.
65/20
MEMBER QUESTIONS
Cllr Lilley asked whether a response had been received from the Isle of Wight
Councils Head of Planning with regard to a letter sent, as agreed by all
members at Full Council on 2 December, in December 2019 requesting a
PAPER I
detailed infrastructure plan for the whole of Ryde owing to concerns from
residents of the large number of new developments that were being planned
and which had infrastructure implications for the whole town.
The Planning Clerk stated that the response was on the Town Councils website.
66/20
PLANNING APPLICATIONS
Prior to considering applications, members agreed that the system for using
delegated powers on applications that are minor or not considered to be
contentious should remain in place for the foreseeable future in order to allow
the committee to focus on larger and more controversial applications. Members
were reminded that the public could still make their own representations to any
planning application by logging on to the Isle of Wight council’s planning
website.
The following Planning Applications were then considered by the whole
committee:
i.
Application No: 20/00536/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Binstead And Fishbourne
Location: Fairways, Quarr Road, Binstead, PO33 4EL
Proposal: Proposed detached garage with gym at first floor level
It was noted that there was insufficient information about the environmental
impact of the proposed development.
Members were concerned that the top part of the proposed building was
intrusive and not in keeping with the surroundings as it was viewable from
the nearby coast
There were also concerns about the large amount of glazing which could
emit light pollution to the surrounding wildlife as well as being a hazard for
birds and bats in flight.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council objects to the application on the grounds
of the lack of an Ecology Report which therefore failed to identify the
wildlife species in the area and the harm the proposed development
may cause to them. This is contrary to Policies DM2 (Design Quality)
and SP5 (Environment)
ii.
Application No: 20/00694/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde South
Location: 42 St Johns Road, Ryde, PO33 2RP
Proposal: Formation of vehicular access, dropped kerb and parking
Application No: 20/00708/FUL
PAPER I
Members noted the concerns raised by Island Roads regarding the safety
impact of the proposed driveway.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council objects to the application on the grounds
of safety as outlined by Island Roads in their submitted
representations.
iii.
Application No: 20/00742/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North East
Location: Hovertravel Ltd, Quay Road, Ryde, PO33 2HB
Proposal: Removal of existing buildings and structures; proposed purpose
built workshop and rest Facilities
Whilst members recognised the important contribution that Hovertravel
makes to the town with regard to its tourism trade, daily commuters and its
historical relevance, there were concerns around the height of the proposed
buildings and the impact it would have on the seascape. However they did
agree that the current buildings were very rundown and needed replacing.
The committee also recognised that a workshop close to the Hover Port
was important for the efficient running of the service.
RESOLVED
THAT Ryde Town Council has no objection to the application,
providing that reconsideration is given to the height of the building
and how the front elevation affects the seascape of Ryde.
iv.
Application No: 20/00838/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde East
Location: Victoria Depot, Victoria Crescent, Ryde
PO33 1DQ
Proposal: Change of use of depot to storage & distribution (Class B8)
including the siting of up to, 45 containers and up to 10 motorhomes /
caravans.
Members expressed great concerns about the impact such a facility for
storing containers and parking motor homes would have on the surrounding
properties and neighbours with sound and light pollution being a concern.
The local ward member would continue to raise concerns and identify a
satisfactory solution with the Isle of Wight Council and the applicant.
THAT Ryde Town Council objects to the application on the grounds
of the intrusive nature of the proposed development as well as the
impact of noise and light pollution.
v.
Application No: 20/00855/FUL
PAPER I
Parish(es): Ryde
Nettlestone and Seaview, Ward(s): Ryde East / Nettlestone and Seaview
Location: Westridge Junction Incorporating 155 And 158, Marlborough
Road, Ryde, PO33 1AT
Proposal: Proposed improvements to Westridge Junction to include land
from 155 and 158 Marlborough Road to facilitate Pennyfeathers
The committee had received public representations outlining many
concerns about this application. These included:
▪ Traffic density and speed problems
▪ Junction arms issues
▪ lack of a public footpath on the southern side of Great Preston Road
between Smallbrook Lane and Westridge Cross junction and parts of
Bullen Road
▪ Doesn’t address drainage problems in Great Preston Road adjacent
to the traffic lights which cause the road to flood in prolonged or
heavy rain, often impacting on pedestrians.
▪ No plans on how much land would be taken from each of the two
properties to facilitate the widening scheme as well as proposals for
the two uninhabited properties.
▪ Wide belief that this was an enabling application to allow
Pennyfeathers and other proposed major local developments to
come forward.
Members of the committee shared the concerns raised by the public and
added that there was no full road infrastructure plan that would address all
areas of anxiety. Without such a strategy, members were of the opinion
that the application could not be supported.
It was also noted that road works were due to begin in July 2020, but
owing to the Covid 19 pandemic, any road works would not now start until
September 2020.
Members wished to place on record their total dissatisfaction of how both
properties had been left in a dilapidated condition, causing undue stress on
neighbours with problems of overgrown brambles and rat infestations. They
also gave a very negative impression of the town to those traveling into
Ryde from Brading Road.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council objects to the application on the grounds
that the proposed carriageway design is not part of a comprehensive
road and traffic plan for the area.
PAPER I
The following applications were approved under delegated powers by the Chair
and Planning Clerk:
i. Application No: 20/00708/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: 30 - 31 Union Street, Ryde, PO33 2DT
Proposal: Variation of condition no. 3 on P/01135/18 to allow opening
hours from 0700 to 2200 seven days a week
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application.
Comments - Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
ii. Application No: 20/00771/LBC
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: 5 Buckingham Villa, Buckingham Close, Ryde, PO33 2DW
Proposal: Listed Building Consent for internal renovations; replacement
windows; replacement doors; replacement rooflights and 1 additional
rooflight
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
vi. Application No: 20/00805/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North East
Location: Corneila Heights, 93 George Street, Ryde PO33 2JE
Proposal: Change of use from care home to service accommodation
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
vii. Application No: 20/00818/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: 6 Westfield Park, Ryde, PO33 3AB
Proposal: Proposed alterations; single and two storey extensions; balcony
on east elevation
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
Applications Already (?) Considered Under Delegated Powers by the Chair and
Planning Clerk - comments already submitted to Isle of Wight Council on 1 June
2020
PAPER I
i.
Application No: 20/00607/RVC
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde East
Location: Land Known as Pennyfeathers Land to the South of Smallbrook
Lane and to The West of Brading Road, Ryde
Proposal: Variation of condition 3 on P/01456/14 to allow submission of
reserved matters application.
ii.
Application No: 20/00670/RVC
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde East
Location: Land Known as Pennyfeathers Land to the South of Smallbrook
Lane and to The West of Brading Road, Ryde
Proposal: Variation of condition 15 and condition 21 on P/01456/14:
Condition 15: adding the word 'commercial' in front of the word 'use' in the
first sentence. Condition 21: change to 'no more than 100 units shall be
occupied until the footway/cycleway...' in the first sentence
Comments Submitted on 1 June 2020 to the IWC - Ryde Town Council
objects to both applications. The proposed changes as detailed in the
above applications should not alter the condition in application P/01456/14
for the application of reserved matters to be made by 31st. August 2020.
The proposal to amend condition 21 regarding varying the wording from
"No dwelling shall be occupied until the footway/cycleway routes
have
been constructed surfaced and drained" to "no more than 100 units shall
be occupied until the footway/cycleway routes
have been constructed
surfaced and drained" should ensure that any house across the whole site
which is occupied should be serviced by safe and highways compliant
vehicular, pedestrian and cycle access and egress.
67/20
DECISIONS TAKEN BY THE ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL
Members noted the following appeal decisions.
5. PLANNING DECISIONS
APPLICATIONS APPROVED
i. Application No: 20/00619/HOU
Location: 33 Pellhurst Road Ryde Isle of Wight PO33 3BS
Proposal: Proposed single storey rear extension; alterations; extension
to porch (revised description)(revised plan)
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde West
Decision Date: 09/06/2020
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
ii. Application No: 20/00642/HOU
Location: 18 Ratcliffe Avenue Ryde Isle of Wight PO33 3DW
Proposal: Proposed ground floor rear extension and internal alterations
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde West
Decision Date: 12/06/2020
PAPER I
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
6. LICENCING DECISION
APPLICATIONS APPROVED
Ref No - 20/00148/GAAGCN / GA05 New AGC | Pending Decision
Location - Adult Gaming Centre, Harbourlight Amusements, Peter Pans
Funfair
and Amusements, 23 The Esplanade, Ryde PO33 2DZ
Purpose - Gambling Act 2005 - Notification of Applications Received
The following was minuted at the Ryde Town Council Planning Committee
meeting held on 18 February 2020.
Concerns were raised from Ryde Town Council around the siting of such a
facility within an established Children’s Amusement Park. Members agreed
that in a time of such gambling machines leading to addiction problems and
mental health issues, to have such a facility in a family orientated
environment was not suitable in such surroundings.
Ryde Town Council therefore Strongly objected to this application on the
grounds that such a facility was not deemed as acceptable in such family
orientated surroundings.
RESOLVED:
THAT the decisions taken by the Isle of Wight Council since the last Ryde
Town Council Committee meeting, be noted.
68/20 LICENCE APPLICATION
To licencing application received by the Isle of Wight Council was considered:
• Application for a Premises Licence Full Variation - The Captains Table,
Esplanade, Ryde - Ref 20/00482
Members raised no objection to this application and recognised that the
restaurant was making good efforts to address Covid 19 guidelines whilst still
endeavouring to maintain its business.
69/20 PUCKPOOL HILL DEVELOPMENT
The Chair advised the committee that the developers of an upcoming
application for a housing site had been asked by the Isle of Wight Council to
include Ryde Town Council as a consultee owing to the fact that whilst it sat
PAPER I
within the Seaview and Nettlestone Parish Council Boundary, it does affect
some residents in Ryde East as it was on the border of that ward
Members were apprehensive about the consultation only being available online
due to Covid 19 restrictions. They were of the opinion that many residents were
elderly and not able to negotiate online facilities. The Government was
expected to announce on 4 July 2020 that Covid restrictions would be partially
lifted and it may be possible to hold some form of face to face consultation as
a result.
The committee therefore agreed that this should be pursued and that an online
meeting should be held between Seaview and Nettlestone Parish Council and
Ryde Town Council in order to adopt a joint approach to the consultation.
70/20
HIGH STREET HERITAGE ACTION ZONE (HSHAZ) - UPDATE
The committee was advised that the new HSHAZ Project Manager had been
appointed and had commenced work, initially from home but was expected to
work one or two days from the Town Council offices as soon as it was feasible
to do so.
It was also noted that two artists had been appointed to assist in delivering an
arts project that involved engaging with local children to deliver a plant and
flower based exhibit in Anglesea Square near the Co-Op food store, based on
the life and work of local 19th century historical horticulturalist, Charles Dimmick.
The next project would be the Shop Front Design where the High Streets shops
and businesses would be audited with a view to making them more attractive
and welcoming.
With regard to the lower High Street pedestrianisation, this had still not
commenced. Ryde Town Council had approached the Isle of Wight Council
stating that it must be treated as a priority as it was critical in the High Street
complying with the Covid 19 regulations.
71/20 RYDE PLACE PLAN REVIEW
The Chair advised that a Ryde Place Plan Review Working Group had been
established to monitor the progress of the review of the Place Plan which was
needed as a result of the Covid 19 crisis.
The review, which would come in the form of two annexes (Appendices) to
highlight changes was in draft form and would look to address Covid 19
implications as well as the concerns of the Ryde East proposed developments.
It would also look to involve more ward councillor’s in matters that affected their
residents.
PAPER I
Part of the review was to look at opening up more and more green spaces for
residents to enjoy. Following negotiations with the Isle of Wight Council, the
Mayor and Cllr Charles Chapman had, after a lengthy period of time, secured
the land to the west of the Nicholson Road industrial estate with the assistance
of Natural Enterprise. Signs had been erected and pathways established and a
press release to announce its opening and its benefits to Ryde residents’ young
and old would be released shortly
72/20
COVID 19 PEDESTRIAISATION AND SOCIAL DISTANCING
The Isle of Wight Council had completed its Covid 19 measures in the High
Street and had begun to put in place the white pavement dots, stencilled
instructions and pavement signs.
There had been further proposals received from the Isle of Wight Council
around removing all parking spaces in Union Street to allow for wider pedestrian
paths by putting temporary barriers in place. However this had been met with
widespread rejection from Ryde Town Council’s elected members who felt that
prohibiting cars from parking in Union Street would be extremely damaging to
local independent retail traders.
Ryde Town Council would therefore inform the Isle of Wight Council of its
concerns and request that they would be reviewed.
73/20
DATE OF NEXT MEETING
RESOLVED:
THAT the next meeting of the Planning and Regeneration Committee will
be held on Tuesday, 14 July 2020 at 2pm via the Zoom Video meeting
facility.
PAPER I
MINUTES OF RYDE TOWN COUNCIL’S PLANNING
AND REGENERATION COMMITTEE HELD ON
TUESDAY 14 JULY 2020 AT 2.00PM VIA THE ZOOM VIDEO MEETING
FACILITY AND STREAMED LIVE VIA YOUTUBE
Members Present:
Cllr Diana Conyers (Chair), Cllr Charles Chapman, Cllr Michael
Lilley, Cllr Phil Jordan and Cllr Malcolm Ross
Also, In Attendance: Jon Baker (Committees Coordinator), Ian Boyd (ARC Consulting) and
Chris Turvey (Planning Clerk)
74/20 PUBLIC QUESTION TIME
Written questions were received from Mr Pete Griffith of Home Consultancy Ltd
with regard to the Ryde Place Plan Review and the committee resolved to
supply a written response. This response can be accessed at the end of these
minutes in the form of an annex.
75/20 APOLOGIES
Apologies were received from Cllr Adrian Axford, Cllr Karen Lucioni and Cllr Ian
Stephens
76/20 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
Mr Jonathan Baker, an officer of Ryde Town Council and present at the meeting
declared a personal interest in minute reference 69/20 (i) as he was a neighbour
of the applicant.
77/20 REQUESTS FOR DISPENSATIONS
None requested.
PAPER I
78/20
MINUTES
The minutes to the previous meeting held on 23 June 2020 were reviewed.
With regard to the minute reference 57/20 - Puckpool Hill Development (page
A7), it was noted that a meeting between Nettlestone and Seaview Parish
Council (NSPC) and Ryde Town Council (RTC) was not now required.
This was because NSPC had contacted the Isle of Wight Council (IWC) with
regard to a request for a moratorium on major planning applications until the
public can attend meetings in person. They had however facilitated a meeting
between the developers and NSPC residents.
RESOLVED:
THAT the Minutes of the meeting held on 23 June 2020 were approved as
a true and accurate record and would be signed off by the Chair following
the meeting.
79/20
MEMBER QUESTIONS
No questions were received
80/20
RYDE PLACE PLAN - REVIEW
The Chair advised that Mr Ian Boyd of Arc Consulting who had produced the
Ryde Place Plan which was approved at Full Council on 3 February 2020 had
been approached shortly after the UK Covid 19 lockdown in March 2020 to
provide a review in light of the potential impact on the town and certain elements
of the Place Plan that the pandemic could pose. Becoause all meetings of the
Town Council had been suspended, this decision was taken under emergency
delegated powers between the Mayor and the Town Clerk. It would also link in
with the IWC’s Covid 19 recovery plans.
At a meeting of the Ryde Regeneration Group (comprising of RTC / IWC
members and officers as well as local stakeholders), On 4 May 2020, the IWC’s
Director of Regeneration was asked about plans around Highways
Infrastructure for the Ryde East Urban Extension developments that had been
a cause for concern to local residents, as well as various other proposed
developments in the town and the possible Covid 19 implications to them. As a
result, the IWC’s Director of Regeneration suggested that the Place Plan
Review also include a section on such matters.
The result was two Annexes, which supplemented the main Ryde Place Plan.
Annex one focussed on measures to address Covid 19 implications, some of
which had already been instigated and Annex two, which specifically looked at
the Urban Extension issues such as infrastructure.
A Ryde Place Plan Working Group was then established on 19 May 2020, which
was an internal forum that reviewed the progress of the review of the plan as
PAPER I
well as look to feed in any ideas into the operational process. At the fourth
meeting on 1 Julyb 2020, both annexes were presented and following some
minor adjustments were recommended to be discussed at the next Planning
Committee with a view to then being put to all members at a meeting of Full
Council in September 2020 for adoption.
Another aspect of the review was to take into account the boundary changes
that was due to take effect from the 2021 Local Elections and which would
assist in engaging and informing relevant town councillors of what was
happening in their respective wards of responsibility.
During the meeting, Cllr Tim Wakeley emailed the Mayor Cllr Wakeley
submitted questions via email to the Mayor regarding the Ryde Place Plan
Annexes. These would be circulated to all members of the committee following
the meeting.
RESOLVED:
THAT the Planning Committee recommends that the two Annexes of the
Ryde Plan Place Plan review be considered for adoption at a meeting of
Full Council in September 2020
81/20
PLANNING APPLICATIONS
The following Planning Applications were then considered by the whole
committee:
i. Application No: 20/00325/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde East
Location: 34 And 36 Grasmere Avenue Ryde, PO33 1NU
Proposal: Retention of hardstanding/parking area
Ryde Town Council had received a number of complaints about this
development from local residents which was completed prior to submission
of an application to the Local Planning Authority.
The Planning Clerk reported that these complaints included concerns about
an increase to surface water run off, blocking the pedestrian right of way and
fears that installing tarmac over an area which used to be grass was
changing the character of the area. There was also a concern that the
parking of vehicles in this area might block pedestrian access to the garages
which were associated with the adjacent properties.
Members also expressed deep concerns over the significant impact on the
properties at the head of the cul-de-sac, with parked vehicles including a
camper van obstructing natural light.
Members were of the opinion that the whole development was badly thought
out and detrimental to the area, upsetting local neighbours, many of which
had mobility problems.
PAPER I
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council strongly objects unanimously to the
application on the following grounds:
1) There will be an increase, as a result of this development, to the
surface water run off as the area had been surfaced with a non-
permeable material.
2) Large vehicles have been parked in an area that is too small and
as a result have already blocked the right of way.
3) This development covers an area which was previously grassed
and matching the other property frontages. The removal of this
grass will alter the character of the area, have a detrimental impact
on the street scene and will set a president for other property
owners.
ii.
Application No: 20/00975/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde South
Location: 40 Great Preston Road Ryde, PO33 1EF
Proposal: Demolition of garage; proposed two storey side extension; first
floor rear extension; loft conversion including alterations to existing roof line.
Members noted that the proposed alterations to the property would not be
intrusive on neighbouring homes and that it was in keeping with nearby
houses.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to the application
iii.
Application No: 20/00746/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde West
Location: 52 Pellhurst Road, Ryde, PO33 3BP
Proposal: Proposed detached annexe building to form overspill and holiday
accommodation
There was some discussion around a large tree that was indicated in the site
plan and that there had been report submitted from the tree Inspector.
Members therefore felt that reassurance should be provided that there were
no concerns expressed around the tree.
RESOLVED:
PAPER I
THAT, subject to the Tree Officer confirming that there would be no
detrimental impact to the large tree indicated on the site plan, Ryde
Town Council raised no objection to the application
iv. Application No: 20/00922/RVC
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Binstead And Fishbourne
Location: Seagull Cottage
Church Road, Binstead, PO33 3SY
Proposal: Removal of condition 2 on TCP/224141A (P/00232/99) to allow the
property to be used as full time residential accommodation
Whilst members noted that whilst holiday accommodation was always
welcome in Ryde to attract tourism, the need to provide residential
accommodation and support to the resident in Seagull Cottage should be
supported.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to the application
The following applications were considered under delegated powers by the
Chair and Planning Clerk:
i. Application No: 20/00131/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde South
Location: 62 High Street, Ryde, PO33 2RJ
Proposal: Change of use from A1 and A2 to A1/A2/Sui generis to form
counselling office
ii. Application No: 20/00466/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde West
Location: 61 Swanmore Road, Ryde, PO33 2TQ
Proposal: Proposed vehicular access
iii. Application No: 20/00878/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: 12 Westwood Road, Ryde, PO33 3BJ
Proposal: Demolition of existing rear extension; proposed alterations and
single storey rear Extension
iv. Application No: 20/00897/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Havenstreet, Ashey And Haylands
Location: Salters Playing Field
Salters Road, Ryde PO33 3HU
Proposal: Proposed storage building
RESOLVED:
PAPER I
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to the above four
application
82/20
DECISIONS TAKEN BY THE ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL
Members noted the following appeal decisions.
7. PLANNING DECISIONS
a) APPLICATIONS APPROVED
i. Application No: 20/00588/HOU
Location: 74 Pellhurst Road, Ryde, PO33 3BS
Proposal: Proposed single storey rear/side extension
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde West
Decision Date: 15/06/2020
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
ii. Application No: 20/00636/LBC
Location: Flat 1 Nelson Mansions, Nelson Place, Ryde, PO33 2ET
Proposal: Listed building consent for replacement of existing metal framed
window
with wooden window to the kitchen
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North East
Decision Date: 16/06/2020
Subject to there being no concerns from the Conservation Officer, Ryde
Town
Council did not object to this application
iii. Application No: 20/00630/HOU
Location: Little Dene, Augusta Road, Ryde, PO33 3AT
Proposal: Proposed replacement gate and gate posts
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Decision Date: 16/06/2020
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
iv. Application No: 20/00737/HOU
Location: 1 Pitt Street Ryde, PO33 3EB
Proposal: Proposed ground floor rear extension; replacement steps to
garden level; internal alterations (revised plan) (revised description)
Parish: Ryde Ward: Havenstreet, Ashey And Haylands
Decision Date: 02/07/2020
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to the application subject to there
being
PAPER I
appropriate screening in place, to ensure that any decking would not be
intrusive to neighbouring properties
b) APPLICATIONS APPROVED
Application No: 20/00696/HOU
Location: 7 Westfield Park Ryde Isle of Wight PO33 3AB
Proposal: Proposed second floor extension and alterations to include
dormer
windows
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Decision Date: 25/06/2020
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
RESOLVED:
THAT the decisions taken by the Isle of Wight Council since the last Ryde
Town Council Planning Committee meeting, be noted.
83/20
PENNYFEATHERS DEVELOPMENT
The Chair reported that on 7 July 2020 there had been an informal meeting
between herself, officers of RTC and Hepburns Planning Consultancy on the
current status of the proposed Pennyfeathers development.
With regard to the submission of the Phasing Plan and Reserved Matters
applications, it was noted that this was still planned to be submitted on 1
September 2020 and not put back to the extended date of 1 April 2021 as
outlined in the recent government approved Business and Planning Bill. No date
on the implementation was given however.
On the issue of liaising with Island Roads regarding the IWC’s Highways
Studies, members were advised that there had been limited contact and the
consultants were of the opinion that as Pennyfeathers had an approved
application in place, they do not believe that they should contribute to other
proposed development plans.
Regarding the recently received application for Westridge Cross junction works,
it would appear that this was to allow them to have the land available in order
to sell both the houses that are currently empty at each side of the crossroads
in Marlborough Road.
Highways work to support the first phase of the development would be carried
out in stages, although members of the Planning Committee were of the opinion
that the number one priority must be Smallbrook Junction as the roundabout
was already a very dangerous traffic black spot and any increased traffic due
to the development would make the junction even more hazardous.
PAPER I
The issue of affordable housing was also discussed and the consultants
advised that in the first phase there would be a allocated mixture including rental
and shared ownership out of the first 250 units. The sale and management of
this would be contracted out to an organisation such as the Housing
Association.
A Management Company would also be established to oversee the communal
facilities and associated land after the first 250 houses were built, although
there was some indication that the proposed GP Surgery might be located
somewhere else such as Nicholson Road. There would also be green energy
options included including those for heating.
Members were concerned about the the location of the GP Surgery as there
had been no consultation with the local Clinical Commissioning Group and it
was feared that there would be a closure of the one along the Esplanade, so in
effect not adding an additional GP Surgery, just merely moving one.
With regard to the Ryde Place Plan, the Planning Consultants been in contact
with the author of the plan and were meeting soon to discuss connecting the
Pennyfeathers Park and the recently opened Nicholson Road one in order to
create a combined park
It was clear that there had been a lack of collaboration between the developers
if Pennyfeathers, Rosemary Vineyard, Nicholson Road site (Isle of Wight
Council) and West Acre Park, however the consultants indicated that they
would be willing to have a joint meeting in order to improve relations and
communications. Such an informal meeting would be facilitated by RTC.
84/20
WEST ACRE PARK CONSULTATION
The Committee discussed how RTC could best approach consulting with local
residents regarding the anticipated West Acre Park application which was
expected to be submitted in the coming weeks.
Previously when large planning applications were submitted, special public
meetings would be organised to discuss residents’ views with local halls utilised
to cater for large numbers. However, with the Covid 19 lockdown in place since
March 2020 and social distancing having to be observed, such gatherings had
not been possible.
Whilst meetings can be held via remote video means such as Zoom and
streamed over the Internet on YouTube, many local residents living near to the
proposed site were elderly and had been in isolation with some shielded. Many
also had insufficient online facilities to make comments electronically.
A request by the Mayor and who is also the Ward Member for Ryde East had
put in a motion to the IWC requesting a moratorium on all major applications
until residents were able to make their views known in a public forum, meeting
face to face.
PAPER I
Should the motion not be successful, then RTC would need to look at the best
way to engage with residents in getting their views known. Officers of RTC
would explore the best options available during the Covid 19 crises.
85/20
HIGH STREET HERITAGE ACTION ZONE (HSHAZ) - UPDATE
The Chair of the HSHAZ Steering Group advised that the initial Arts Project that
was involving local children was in progress with artists commissioned.
The new Project Manager had begun in mid-June 2020 and following some
induction work at the IWC would be commencing work managing the various
future projects and initiatives. One such venture was the possible acquisition of
an empty High Street shop that could be leased to RTC on a peppercorn rent
and be utilised as a base for the HSHAZ Project, open to the public in order for
greater engagement with them, as well as be used for a number of other
ventures.
Two feasibility studies were discussed. One was for Ryde Theatre / Town Hall
and the other was for the Convent in the Upper High Street behind St Marys
Church.
The Theatre was currently undergoing a valuation and would be the subject of
a business case with the cost being met by Historic England. With regard to the
Convent, no work had yet been carried out, although the HSHAZ Project
Manager had been in touch with the Roman Catholic Diocese in Portsmouth to
discuss possible options. A feasibility study would then be conducted.
It was also noted that one of the HSHAZ Project Officers was organising with
Ryde Carnival and Shademakers a shop front carnival for early September
where local schools would be involved in creating a static carnival with
attractions in shop windows. The event would also be illuminated and be an
alternative to the usual annual event where social distancing can be more easily
observed.
86/20
COVID 19 PEDESTRIAISATION AND SOCIAL DISTANCING
The Planning Clerk confirmed that the Pedestrianisation of the lower High
Street was now complete and fully enforceable after a week where drivers were
given polite notices to warn them of the prohibition and that fines would be
issued if they persisted in driving through the zone or parking in it.
With regard to the IWC’s social distancing measures, it was noted that the
proposed prohibition of parking in Union Street to allow for wider walking areas
had been put on hold owing to the widespread concerns from RTC and various
shop owners and managers.
Finally, the Mayor was pleased to report that children who utilised Network
Ryde had, through the Virtual Youth Club, made a short video on social
distancing and promoting the importance of observing it.
PAPER I
87/20 DATE OF NEXT MEETING
RESOLVED:
THAT the next meeting of the Planning and Regeneration Committee will
be held on Tuesday, 4 August 2020 at 2pm via the Zoom Video meeting
facility.
PAPER I
MINUTES OF RYDE TOWN COUNCIL’S PLANNING AND REGENERATION
COMMITTEE HELD ON TUESDAY 4 AUGUST 2020 AT 2.00PM VIA THE ZOOM
VIDEO MEETING FACILITY AND STREAMED LIVE VIA YOUTUBE
Members Present:
Cllr Diana Conyers (Chair), Cllr Adrian Axford, Cllr Michael
Lilley,
Cllr Phil Jordan, Cllr Malcolm Ross and Cllr Ian Stephens
Also in Attendance: Jon Baker (Committees Coordinator) and Chris Turvey (Planning Clerk)
88/20
PUBLIC QUESTION TIME
A written question was received from Mr Peter Griffiths of Home Consultancy
Ltd with regard to the Ryde Place Plan Urban Extension Annex June 2020 and
specifically Section 1 - Scale and Impact and requested that a rewording could
be considered in order to make it more balanced with regard to the Planning
Committee’s relationship with developers .
The Chair advised that the Annex would be sent back to the author to be
reworded and then considered at the next Planning Committee before any final
decision for adoption be made at Full Council in September 2020.
89/20
APOLOGIES
Apologies were received from Cllr Charles Chapman.
It was also noted that Cllr Karen Lucioni had since the previous meeting
resigned from the committee and a replacement member would be appointed
at Full council in September 2020.
The Chair also commented that during the past twelve months there had been
some members of the committee who had not attended meetings on a regular
basis and suggested that she would write to all members asking if they wished
to continue as a member of the Planning and Regeneration Committee.
90/20
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
None declared
91/20
REQUESTS FOR DISPENSATIONS
None requested.
PAPER I
92/20 MINUTES
The minutes to the previous meeting held on 14 July 2020 were reviewed.
RESOLVED:
THAT the Minutes of the meeting held on 14 July 2020 were approved as
a true and accurate record and would be signed off by the Chair following
the meeting.
93/20
MEMBER QUESTIONS
Cllr Michael Lilley asked if there could be an agenda item added at the next
meeting with regard to discussing the implications of the green space’s deficit
to future planning applications which was raised within the Island Core Strategy
2012 and ratified in the Ryde Place Plan, approved in February 2020.
94/20
PLANNING APPLICATIONS
Prior to applications being considered, members agreed that all applications be
sent to all members of the Town Council as soon as they are made available in
order for relevant ward councillors to be made aware of any applications within
their area.
The following Planning Applications were then considered by all members of
the committee:
i.
Application No:19/00921/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde East
Location: Land Off Nicholson Road, Ryde
Proposal: Proposed infrastructure works in connection with outline for
mixed use community hub and business park application 19/00922/OUT
(Revised plans showing changes to the red line site/ location plans,
proposed revised junction at the south west corner of the site and
Smallbrook Lane, associated changes to internal road layout, drainage &
landscaping, changes to proposed passing bays within Smallbrook Lane
and the alignment of existing hedgerows. Additional off-site highway works
related to the junctions between Great Preston Road and Nicholson Road
and Great Preston Road and Smallbrook Lane. Additional information
relating to ecology & nitrogen impacts, tree protection, highway impacts,
rights of way works, drainage and landscaping. Updated design and access
statement, design codes and building parameter plans.)(readvertised
application)
Members were provided with a presentation on the proposals and noted
the revised layout of the junction at the top of Smallbrook Lane and Great
Preston Road as well as the additional roundabout which accommodates
PAPER I
the link to the site from Smallbrook Lane. This now seemed apparent that
it would be part of phase one of the development.
It was noted that the application for infrastructure works was in order to be
able to facilitate any future full application for the community hub and
business park application.
The application was being submitted owing to necessary Solent Local
Enterprise Partnership (SLEP) funding that was required to support the
development. In order to be eligible for the SLEP funding consideration, the
applicant (the Isle of Wight Council), must put in the planning application.
Members discussed issues around whether the application addressed the
concerns raised by the committee with the previous application and noted
that any improvement works on the existing Smallbrook roundabout, which
was a concern to Island Roads owing to the high number of road traffic
accidents could impact on the local road infrastructure.
It was also noted that Island Roads were also due to complete a highway
report concentrating on the area in September 2020, however there could
be a chance that any junction proposals may differ from the
recommendations in that report.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council approves the application, subject to:
I.
That the proposals are consistent with the findings of the Island
Roads Report on road infrastructure in the area that will be
made available in September 2020
II.
That the provision for cycling and walking within the plan to
minimise the impact of traffic is adhered to as outlined in the
Proposed Highways General Arrangement (Revised)
III.
That the Infrastructure works be completed within Phase One
of the development.
The vote was 3 in favour and 2 against.
ii.
Application No: 19/00922/OUT
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde East
Location: Land Off Nicholson Road Ryde
Proposal: Outline for mixed use community hub and business park
comprising retail (A1), restaurant/cafe (A3), dwellings (C3), GP surgery
(D1), leisure
(D2), business (B1), general industrial (B2); formation of
vehicular access (Revised plans showing changes to the red line site/
location plans, proposed revised junction at the south west corner of the
site and Smallbrook Lane, associated changes to internal road layout,
drainage & landscaping, changes to proposed passing bays within
PAPER I
Smallbrook Lane and the alignment of existing hedgerows. Additional off-
site highway works related to the junctions between Great Preston Road
and Nicholson Road and Great Preston Road and Smallbrook Lane.
Additional information relating to ecology & nitrogen impacts, tree
protection, highway impacts, rights of way works, drainage and
landscaping. Updated design and access statement, design codes and
building parameter plans)(readvertised application)
Members discussed the issues around the proposed Doctors Surgery
planned for Nicholson Road and noted that discussions had taken place
between the local Clinical Commissioning Group and the Isle of Wight
Council (IWC) with regard to moving the GP Surgery from the Esplanade
to the proposed development.
The committee questioned the matter of affordable housing and were
uncomfortable making a decision without the sufficient knowledge of
whether the IWC would commit to a percentage.
There were also concerns around the proposed roadway that could be
accessed via the new roundabout in the middle of Smallbrook Lane which
may create a rat run for motorists as well as the revised design of the whole
site being a lot more concertinaed with seemingly more plots added and
less green renewable initiatives which was not conducive to the Ryde Plan
Plans aspirations.
Members also agreed that any final application for the development should,
via a formal agreement between all parties, include extensive opportunities
for the local community to be consulted prior to the IWC formally submitting
their application.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council approved the application subject to:
I.
A Memorandum of Understanding or similar is agreed between
the Isle of Wight Council, Ryde Town Council and the Ryde
Community with regard the proposal application. The
understanding should provide for the local community to be
consulted prior to the Isle of Wight Council formally submitting
their application for full planning application.
II.
That there is clarification on the number of residential units
being proposed within the application.
III.
That there is a clear explanation as to why no affordable
housing has been proposed for this application.
IV.
That further information be made available on the feasibility of
a Doctors Surgery along with further details on public access
to the facility.
PAPER I
The vote was 3 in favour and 2 against.
iii.
Application No:20/01027/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde East
Location: 70 St Johns Hill Ryde, Isle of Wight PO33 1ES
Proposal: Formation of vehicular access to include dropped kerb
Members were in full agreement that the application posed a serious risk
to public safety and also noted the concerns raised by Island Roads
regarding the safety impact of the proposed driveway.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council objects to the application on the grounds of
safety as outlined by Island Roads in their submitted representations.
The following applications were considered under delegated powers by the
Chair and Planning Clerk:
i.
Application No: 20/00951/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North East
Location: 3F Rink Road Industrial Estate
Ryde, PO33 2LT
Proposal: Proposed change of use from D1 to Dance Studio (D2 Leisure)
to include internal alterations
ii.
Application No: 20/00979/CLEUD
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: 31A West Street, Ryde, PO33 2QQ
Proposal: Lawful Development Certificate for alterations and continued use
of building as two flats
iii.
Application No: 20/01011/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde East
Location: Bartletts Green Farm Tea Room
Brading Road, Ryde, PO33 1QQ
Proposal: Proposed conservatory, covered decking and repositioned
vehicular access
iv.
Application No: 20/01020/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: Grace's Bakery, 178 High Street, Ryde, PO33 2HW
Proposal: Creation of new access point into Victoria St Car Park to include
leasing of parking spaces
v.
Application No: 20/00408/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North East
Location: Oakfield C of E, Primary School, Appley Rd, Ryde, PO33 1NE
PAPER I
Proposal: Three proposed artificial grass areas (re-advertised application)
vi.
Application No: 20/00924/LBC
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: Flat 1, Lind House, 14 - 15 Lind Street, Ryde, PO33 2NQ
Proposal: Listed Building Consent for proposed erection of a timber and
plasterboard stud wall with doorway to partition a section of the lounge and
create a separate study.
vii.
Application No: 20/01090/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North West
Location: Malabar, West Street, Ryde PO33 2NX
Proposal: Proposed detached double garage and associated turning area
(amended design)
viii.
Application No:20/01098/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s):
Binstead And Fishbourne Location:
4 Wykeham Close Binstead Ryde, PO33 3ST
Proposal: Proposed extension on front elevation
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to the above eight
applications.
95/20
DECISIONS TAKEN BY THE ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL AND APPEAL
LODGED
Members noted the following appeal decisions.
8. PLANNING DECISIONS
c) APPLICATIONS APPROVED
a) Application No: 20/00428/FUL
Location: 35 - 36 High Street Ryde PO33 2HT
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North East
Proposal: Proposed alterations and conversion of first and second
floors from retail offices and staff facilities into four flats
Decision Date: 08/07/2020
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
b) Application No: 20/00314/HOU
Location: Flat 3 Nelson House 52 The Strand Ryde, PO33 1JD
Proposal: Proposed replacement windows
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North East
Decision Date: 13/07/2020
PAPER I
Ryde Town Council objected to this application owing to the
composition of the window frames being plastic. The Town Council
was of the opinion that, in a conservation area, any window that is
replaced should be constructed matching the materials of the house’s
original construction.
c)
Application No: 20/00684/LBC
Location: Ryde Pier Head Railway Station, Ryde Pier, Ryde PO33
2HF
Proposal: Listed Building Consent for installation of wireless access
points and associated cabling to provide passenger Wi-Fi service
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North East
Decision Date: 13/07/2020
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
d)
Application No: 20/00447/HOU
Location: 32 John Street, Ryde, PO33 2PZ
Proposal: Replacement of conservatory with proposed single-storey
rear and side extension (re-advertised application)
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Decision Date: 16/07/2020
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
e) Application No: 20/00448/LBC
Location: 32 John Street Ryde, Isle of Wight. PO33 2PZ
Proposal: Listed Building Consent for replacement of conservatory
with proposed single-storey rear and side extension; internal
alterations
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Decision Date: 16/07/2020
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
f)
Application No: 20/00708/FUL
Location: 30 - 31 Union Street, Ryde, PO33 2DT
Proposal: Variation of condition No. 3 on P/01135/18 to allow opening
hours from 0700 to 2200 seven days a week
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Decision Date: 16/07/2020
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
g) Application No: 20/00818/HOU
Location: 6 Westfield Park, Ryde, PO33 3AB
PAPER I
Proposal: Proposed alterations; single and two storey extensions;
balcony on east elevation
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Decision Date: 22/07/2020
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
d) APPLICATIONS REFUSED
Application No: 20/00694/HOU
Location: 42 St Johns Road, Ryde, PO33 2RP
Proposal: Formation of vehicular access, dropped kerb and parking
Decision Date: 16/07/2020
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde South
Case Officer: Hayden Marsh Decision: REF
Ryde Town Council objected to the application on the grounds of safety
as outlined by Island Roads in their submitted representations
9.
PLANNING APPEAL LODGED
Application No: 19/01400/FUL
Appeal No: 20/00026/REF
Planning Inspectorate Ref: APP/P2114/W/20/3253352
Parish(es): Ryde Ward: Binstead & Fishbourne
Location: Land Adjacent 11 Quarr Close, Binstead, PO33 4EN
Proposal: Proposed dwelling (revised scheme)
Start Date: 23/07/2020
https://publicaccess.iow.gov.uk/online
applications/appealDetails.do?activeTab=documents&keyVal=QC0XJ5IQ
07P00
Ryde Town Council previously objected to the application at its meeting
on 17 December 2020. Although the building falls just outside the tree
protection area, the Planning Committee were of the opinion that there
was still a possibility of a negative impact on the surrounding trees.
RESOLVED:
THAT the decisions taken by the Isle of Wight Council since the last Ryde
Town Council Planning Committee meeting and the Planning Application
appeal lodged, be noted.
96/20 WEST ACRE PARK CONSULTATION
It was noted that a planning Application had now been received for the
construction of 475 houses at the proposed West Acre Park site between
Appley and Bullen Road, falling within the Ryde East area.
PAPER I
As this was a major planning application that had been the subject of much
speculation and opposition from some local residents, the Town Council would
hold a separate meeting, including members of the public, Planning Committee
members, the local ward members and the developers, in order to enable the
developer to present the case for the application as well as allow members of
the public to submit their views.
Due to the Covid 19 pandemic and the ongoing restrictions on social distancing,
such an event could not be held in person. It was therefore necessary to hold it
online, via the Zoom Video Conferencing facility. This could still allow such
public engagement and provide the opportunity for all sides to present their
case and views.
However, the committee was mindful that there were many members of the
public that for whatever reason would not be able to attend such an event online
and it was the duty of Ryde Town Council to accommodate these as well. This
could be achieved in the form of distributing leaflets advising how residents can
lodge support or objections to the council in a balanced manner. There could
also be such information placed on the Town Councils website as well their
social media platforms.
With regard to the meeting, it was suggested that it could be organised in a
similar manner to how primary councils such as the IWC hold planning
committee meetings. This would involve providing timed opportunities for
members of the public to speak, along with the developer and the elected ward
members. Members of the public would be asked to submit their desire to speak
and would be invited to the Zoom meeting. Dependent on numbers wishing to
register their request to speak, there may need to be a limit owing to time
constraints, so a first come first served system may need to be adopted.
The event would need to take place ahead of the deadline for submitting
comments to the Planning authority (IWC) on the 11 September 2020 and
Seaview and Nettlestone Parish Council may also need to be involved owing to
the development encroaching in its border.
Cllr Lilley stated that he would not vote on the application decision when it is
considered by the committee as he had raised a number of concerns about the
development ahead of the application being formally submitted.
97/20
FUTURE OF RYDE PLACE PLAN WORKING GROUP
The Chair (and also the Chair of the Ryde Place Plan Working Group) advised
that the purpose of establishing the Working Group was to oversee the progress
of the Place Plan review which had been commissioned as a result of the
changing circumstances to proposed developments, regeneration and the
impact of the Covid 19 pandemic.
As the review had been completed in the form of the two annexes which whilst
approved by the Planning Committee, was still subject to Full Council
PAPER I
ratification, the need for the Working Group was now obsolete and could be
dissolved once the review of the Place Plan had final approval.
Should any possible future reviews be required, such as when the Isle of Wight
Council releases its revised Island Plan, then this could still be looked at via the
Planning Committee. However, some members where of the opinion that as the
Place Plan was a living document, reviews where always going to be a
possibility and as the Island Plan addresses housing needs, which in turn feeds
into the Place Plan, then dissolving the Working Group should not be
considered at this point in time.
After the debate it was:
RESOLVED:
THAT the Ryde Place Plan Working Group continue to meet as and when
required.
The vote was 4 in favour and 2 against.
98/20
HIGH STREET HERITAGE ACTION ZONE (HSHAZ) - UPDATE
The Chair of the HSHAZ Steering Group updated members on the positions of
the Interim HSHAZ Project Officers who had been appointed to preside over
the HSHAZ projects ahead of the full time Project manager was appointed and
fully in place. As such, both Interim Project Officers would be relinquishing their
roles in September 2020.
Ryde Theatre / Town Hall was still being looked at with a view of possibly
acquiring it. In order to assess the feasibility of the acquisition, a business case
would need to be prepared. Heritage England had confirmed that they would
be prepared to fund up to £10,000 towards this. The committee was advised
that the business case would cost in the region of £12,300 and that Ryde Town
Council would be prepared to make up the additional £2,300.
The committee was also advised that the former British Heart Foundation shop
in the High Street had been acquired on a six month lease at a peppercorn rent
of £10 in total, which would be paid out of the HSHAZ funding pot.
Finally, it was noted that the Project Manager was now looking at Shop Front
Design standards in conjunction with Newport and Carisbrooke Community
Council and the Isle of Wight Council.
99/20 COVID 19 AND SOCIAL DISTANCING UPDATE
The Planning Clerk advised that there was nothing new to update since the last
meeting on 14 July 2020.
PAPER I
However members wished it to be noted that whilst the High Street
Pedestrianisation was now established, there was still a minority of vehicles
being driven up the precinct, disregarding the mandatory regulations.
It was therefore agreed that Island Roads and Enforcement officials be
contacted to discuss how the situation could be resolved.
100/20 DATE OF NEXT MEETING
RESOLVED:
THAT the next meeting of the Planning and Regeneration Committee will
be held on Tuesday, 25 August 2020 at 2pm via the Zoom Video meeting
facility.