Issue - meetings

Ward

Staines

Proposal

The provision of nine new flats and ground floor extension to existing retail unit to rear of site. Creation of raised communal landscaped areas at the first floor. Erection of first floor access lobby to residential accommodation.

Officer Recommendation

The application is recommended for approval subject to conditions.

Description:

This proposal was for the provision of nine new flats and ground floor extension to the existing retail unit to the rear of the site.  The creation of raised communal landscaped areas at the first floor and erection of first floor access lobby to residential accommodation.

Additional Information:

There was none.

Public Speaking:

In accordance with the Council’s procedure for speaking at meetings, a statement from Kieran Rafferty in favour of the proposed development was read out and raised the following key points:

·         Providing housing development in this location does not impact on the flood plain or green belt.

·         Redevelopment of a sustainable brownfield site

·         Provides a high quality development with amenity space

·         The National space standards are met

·         Development provides good setback distances

·         Will contribute to the five year housing land supply

·         Cycle parking is provided

Debate:

During the debate the following key issues were raised:

•          Meets the housing need

•          Amenity space is acceptable

•          Extension is not visible from the High Street

•          Query over cobbled access at the side.  Will not be suitable for         wheelchair users.

•          Query over affordable housing

•          Query over waste management

•          Query over parking

•          Query over crime in design

•          Concern over density

•          Design meets the standards

Decision:

The application was approved subject to conditions as per the officer’s report.