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LONDON BOROUGH OF TOWER HAMLETS

DEVELOPMENT PANEL

13th MARCH 2002

At a meeting of the DEVELOPMENT PANEL held at THE TOWN HALL, MULBERRY PLACE, 5 CLOVE CRESCENT, LONDON E14 2BG on 13TH MARCH, 2002 at 7.00 PM.

Councillors Present

Councillor Abdul Asad (Chair)Councillor Mark Taylor (Vice Chair)Councillor Belal AhmedCouncillor Soyful AlomCouncillor Stephen Molyneaux (From 7.30pm)Councillor Abdul Aziz Sardar (From 9.10pm)Councillor Ala UddinCouncillor Mohammed Shahab Uddin (From 8.00pm)Councillor Janet LudlowCouncillor Terry Stacey (Deputising for Councillor R Gipson, Under Standing Order C5)

Officers Present

Mr Owen Whalley (Head of Planning)Mr Peter Minoletti (Planning Manager, Bethnal Green and Bow Area)Mr Simon Dunn-Lwin (Planning Manager, Poplar and Isle of Dogs Area)Mr Keith Simmons (Planning Manager, Stepney and Wapping Area)Mr Robert Capstick (Representative of the Solicitor to the Council)Ms Faridah Ahmed (Democratic Operations)

For the benefit of members of the public, the Chair introduced himself and his fellow Councillors.

1. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE

Apologies for absence were received on behalf of Councillors John Biggs, Raja Miah, Catherine Tuitt and Ray Gipson.

2. MEMBERS DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST WHETHER UNDER SECTION 106 OF THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT FINANCE ACT, 1992 OR OTHERWISE

Councillor A Uddin declared a non-pecuniary interest in Agenda Item 6.1.Councillor A A Sardar declared a non-pecuniary interest in Agenda Items 7.1 and 7.9.

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Councillor J Ludlow declared a non-pecuniary interest in Agenda Item 7.2.Councillor T Stacey declared a non-pecuniary interest in Agenda Item 7.4.Councillor S Alom declared a non-pecuniary interest in Agenda Items 7.8 and 7.9.

3. MINUTES

There were no minutes available for consideration.

4.0 REPORTS OF THE DEMOCRATIC OPERATIONS MANAGER

4.1 Deferred, Adjourned and Outstanding Items (DP185/012) (Various)

The report was NOTED.

5.0 DEPUTATIONS / PRESENTATIONS / PETITIONS

The Panel noted that the following reports were the subject of deputations, presentations and petitions and accordingly had been moved up the Panel’s Order of Business

The Chair and Members of the Development Panel AGREED that Standing Order C29 (5) be suspended in order to receive deputations, presentations and petitions and that the Panel’s Order of Business be varied accordingly.

5.1 55-59 Hanbury Street, London E1 (DP189/012) (Spitalfields & Banglatown))(6.4)

The Chair invited the Objector, Mr Carpenter to address the Members of the Panel. Mr Carpenter stated that he and thirty other residents fully support the Officers recommendation to refuse this application. He said the size of the proposed restaurant was very large, and would have negative effect on residential amenity. There was a similar application rejected in February 1998, and therefore Members should be consistent in their decision. Mr Carpenter added the restaurant would create high levels of noise from traffic, the restaurant itself, and late night customers. Mr Carpenter circulated photographs showing piles of rubbish from restaurants that accumulate on the corner of Hanbury Street. Another restaurant would only exacerbate the problem. Finally he said a Catering and Training School was not appropriate on this site and suggested that if the Applicant wanted to provide training courses then he should look at Thames Valley University which was offering courses in Asian Culinary Arts.

Councillor Taylor commented that the Council ought to encouraging educational establishments to train local youth to enable them to compete in the leisure industry.Mr Carpenter replied that he believed the proposed restaurant was intended for commercial purposes rather then training purposes.

The Chair invited the Applicant Mr Chowdhury to reply. He stated that there were over 5000 people working in the catering industry but most were unqualified. Various Universities & Regeneration Schemes were supporting this initiative. There was affordable Office space for local business and only 90 seats in the restaurant and not

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250 as suggested by the Objector. Mr Chowdhury concluded by saying that this is a very important initiative for local people.

Mr Richard Matthews (Agent of Applicant) was invited to address the Panel. He commented that training facility would be provided in the basement for 20 people per term. The affordable office space was intended for the organisations that were going to provide the training courses.

The Chair invited Mr Peter Minoletti (Planning Manager, Bethnal Green and Bow Area) to present the Planner’s report. Mr Minoletti confirmed that a similar application had been refused in 1998, and there were no new planning grounds on which to grant permission, in fact residential use has increased in the area. The size of the proposed restaurant was too large and there was insufficient space for the training classes. He concluded that the site was inappropriate for such an establishment and the applicant should look at an alternative site.

Councillor Alom proposed a site visit to allow Members to see the premises and the surrounding area. Councillor Taylor seconded this proposal and on a vote of

4 FOR0 AGAINST

it was AGREED that,

1. The deputations be noted.

2. Consideration of the report be DEFERRED to allow Members of the Development Panel to visit the site.

5.2 15 Vesey Path, London E14 (Idea Store) (DP194/012) (East India & Lansbury)(7.2)

Ms Catherine Seddon representing the Objectors was invited to address the panel. Ms Seddon stated that she was speaking on behalf of Percy Ingle Bakery whose building formed part of the proposed development. Her clients did not object to the application in principle, but were unhappy with the alternative site on offer. The vacant Abbey National unit within the shopping precinct was a single unit and therefore considerably smaller than the one currently occupied. Finally Ms Seddon said that if most of the services in the Idea Store were situated on the first and second floors, the design could be altered to retain the Bakery at ground floor level. Access to the store from Versey Path could be retained ensuring that the bakery was not forced into a situation which might lead to closure.

Mr Simon Dunn-Lwin (Planning Manager, Poplar and Isle of Dogs Area) presenting the Planner’s report, stated the proposed development had a contemporary design and would add vitality to the area. It was unfortunate the building used by Percy Ingle Bakery formed part of the development but there had to be a balance between the loss of a retail unit and the benefits the Idea Store would bring to the community. He confirmed that there were ongoing negotiations between the Council and Percy Ingle Bakery in an attempt to find alternative premises.

Councillor Molyneaux believed that the planning issue was the loss of a retail unit, for which an alternative building has been offered, however he urged Council Officers to

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continue to negotiate with the Bakery in the hope that a satisfactory solution might be found.

It was AGREED

1. That the deputation be noted.

2. That planning permission for erection of a single storey building on the existing podium to be used as an ‘Idea Store’ to provide library and adult education services with its entrance at the corner of Vesey Path and Kilmore Square. The Conservation Area application involves demolition works to the corner shopfront, podium balustrade and the removal of a tree in Kilmore Square be GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

i) Details of landscaping and all materials to be submittedii) Hours of construction to be restrictediii) Hours of operation to be agreediv) Scheme of external lighting to be agreedv) Details of roofing materials and upkeepvi) Details of air condition unitsvii) Details of signage

5.3 6 Thermopylae Gate, Isle of Dogs, London E14 (DP199/012) (Millwall)(7.7)

The Chair invited the applicant Ms June Woodard to address the Panel. Mr Woodard commented she hoped it was recognised that under permitted development they could have already built a side extension to the property, but felt it was correct to inform and seek approval of the Panel. She argued that the proposed extension would not be detrimental to the appearance of surrounding open spaces, neighbouring homes and the estate as a whole. The side and rear extension planned was of a style and design that would blend perfectly with the existing buildings, and was similar to the extension at No. 21 Thermopylae Gate. Finally, she said the proposed extension was to accommodate her mother who had mobility problems.

Mr Simon Dunn-Lwin (Planning Manager Poplar and Isle of Dogs Area) introduced the Planner’s report and informed Members that the Conservation Team had advised that the proposed scale of development would be detrimental to the area. Mr Dunn-Lwin stated that he had advised the Applicant that a smaller scale development would be accepted. The recommendation of the report was to refuse planning permission.

Councillor Stacey proposed that the application be deferred for a site visit, the proposal was seconded by Councillor A Uddin. The Chair called a vote and Members voted,

3 FOR SITE VISIT5 AGAINST SITE VISIT

The Chair then called a further vote on the recommendation of the report to refuse planning permission and there voted-

5 FOR3 AGAINST

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Following the vote it was AGREED that,

i) The deputation be noted.

ii) Planning permission for construction of a Single-storey full width side and rear extension be REFUSED for the following reasons:

1) The scale of the proposed development is not considered to be sensitive to the character of the surrounding area, and the proposal is considered contrary to Policy DEV1 of the Tower Hamlets Adopted Unitary Development Plan.

2) The proposal would have an unacceptable adverse impact on the symmetrical design, layout, and the space around the existing dwellings which is particularly important to the Chapel House Conservation Area. The proposal is therefore considered to be detrimental to the character and appearance of the Conservation Area and is contrary to policies DEV25, DEV27 and DEV31 (5) of the Tower Hamlets Adopted Unitary Development Plan.

5.4 Marner Primary School, Devas Street, London E 3(DP200/012) (Bromley-by(7.8) Bow)

Ms Sophia Khan was invited to address the Panel. Ms Khan thanked the Panel for allowing her to speak and said she had been asked by local residents to present their objections to the panel. She believed that the consultation was flawed and had not been adequately carried out. The residents passionately believe that it was not in their interest for a community centre be positioned next to the school playground. There were other Harca Centres nearby making a new centre unnecessary.

Mr Nick Drew representing the Applicant was invited to reply to these objections. Mr Drew stated that the proposed development would provide facilities for the school as well as the local community and bring much needed amenities to this isolated part of the Borough.

Mr Simon Dunn-Lwin (Planning Manager, Poplar and Isle of Dogs Area) drew the attention of Members to the main objections, which were listed in the report. These included issues regarding security of local residents, the need for the school to retain the land in case of need to expand and the site not being suitable for a community centre. These were not material planning considerations and the proposed community centre was acceptable.

The Chair asked whether anything could be done to allay residents’ fear regarding security. Mr Dunn-Lwin replied that a design expert had looked at this issue and was satisfied that the environment was safe for the whole community. Mr Owen Whalley (Head of Planning) added that a further condition regarding the exact hours of operation was to be agreed with the Applicant.

It was AGREED

i) That the deputations be noted.

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ii) That planning permission for erection of a new community centre/sports hall, and extension to school to provide new office/shared foyer. Redevelopment of existing outdoor games area to provide multi-sports pitch including picnic area with toddlers play facility be GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

(1) Time limit.(2) Hours of Construction(3) Matters to be reserved:

i) Hard and soft landscaping – including details of toddlers play area & planting against the east elevation.

ii) Fences, walls, railingsiii) Sample of external render and roof materialiv) Any proposed new signagev) Scheme of external lighting

(4) An additional condition regarding hours of operation be delegated to Head of Planning, in negotiation with the applicant.

5.5 Mulberry School, Richard Street, London E1 (DP204/012) (Shadwell)(8.2)

The Chair invited Ms Sara Haynes to present her objections on behalf of the residents in Hainton Close. She acknowledged the good work done by the School but believed the proposed development would be detrimental to the amenity of local residents. Further points detailed in paragraph 7.2 and 8.2 of the report were discussed

Mr Keith Simmons (Planning Manager, Stepney and Wapping) stated that daylight and sunlight tests had been carried out and there were no grounds on which to refuse this application. The location of the development had been moved from the east side of the site away from the residents. Mr Simmons assured Members, steps had been taken to reduce the impact of the development on residents. Members acknowledged residents concerns but felt there was no reason to refuse this application.

It was AGREED

i) That the deputation be noted.

ii) That planning permission for demolition of parts of existing school and erectionof new buildings including classrooms and a sports hall. Refurbishment of remaining buildings, modification and creation of entrances to site plus construction of floodlit sports pitch be GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

1) Time limit for commencement of development;2) Details of proposed facing materials, finishes, railings and

doors/windows;3) Details of provision of storage and collection/disposal of refuse for the

canteen and kitchen facilities;4) Details (including noise attenuation and filtration specifications) and

locations of ventilation units, extraction fans, air conditioning units and other machinery associated with the canteen, kitchen and sports hall facilities to be located in the north-eastern corner of the property;

5) Details of access into the buildings for people with disabilities;

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6) Boundary treatment details, landscaping details, external lighting scheme;

7) Planting and replanting required;8) Parking (traffic management system, safety audit, signage, details of

parking layout, access arrangements);9) Hours of use of all weather sports pitch (Until 9.30pm);10) Method statement – construction works;11) Hours of construction and demolition (Mon-Fri only);12) Hours of pile-driving (Mon-Fri 10am to 4.30pm only); and13) Wheel washing

Informatives

i) Consent under section 61 of the Pollution Act must be obtained.ii) Council should be advised if any unsuspected contamination is

encountered during development works.iii) It should be noted that a brick finish on external walls is generally

preferable to render both in terms of appearance and ongoing maintenance.

Drawing Numbers

2289/TP/54 Rev: A Existing Site Plan2289/TP/50 Rev: A Location Plan2289/TP/55 Rev: A Site Plan2289/TP/100 Rev: A Ground Floor Plan2289/TP/101 Rev: A First Floor Plan2289/TP/102 Rev: A Second Floor Plan2289/TP/115 Rev: A Roof Plan2289/TP/140 Rev: A Elevations as Proposed2289/TP/120 Rev: B General Sections

5.6 Limekiln Wharf, 94 Three Colt Street, London E14 (DP207/012)(8.5) (St Katharine’s and Wapping)

The Chair invited Mr Simon Legg the Applicant’s Agent to speak. Mr Legg circulated photographs of the area surrounding the site and argued that the proposed height of the building was not out of character or overbearing. The photographs showed there were higher buildings in the immediate vicinity, he therefore could not understand why this application was being refused on the grounds of its height.

Mr Keith Simmons (Planning Manger, Stepney and Wapping Area) presented the Planner’s report. He drew the attention of Members to the supplementary note that was tabled. He argued nothing has changed to alter the recommendations of the report, and the photographs only highlighted the arguments for refusal.

It was AGREED

1. That the deputation be noted.

2. That planning permission for erection of a two storey roof extension, a further six two bedroom flats be REFUSED for the following reasons:

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a. Proposed development detracts from the character and appearance of the Narrow Street Conservation Area and the setting of the nearby listed buildings, contrary to adopted UDP Policies DEV1, 2, 25, 30, 39

b. Proposed development would result in over development of the site, and create an obtrusive and overbearing structure on the existing building, in the general street scene and for the surrounding buildings and occupiers, contrary to adopted UDP Policies DEV1 and 2.

6.0 BETHNAL GREEN AND BOW AREA

6.1 Land rear of 62-68 Quaker Street, London E1 (DP186/012) (Weavers)

Mr Owen Whalley (Head of Planning) confirmed there was nothing further to add to the report.

It was AGREED that planning permission for erection of four-storey building to provide 16 flats for social housing be GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

1. i) Details/samples of materials including glazing and window types.ii) Details of hard and soft landscaping.iii) Details of any walls, fences, and railings.iv) Provision to be made for storage and collection of refuse.v) Hours of construction to be 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday, 8am to

1pm Saturdays.vi) Details of sound insulation and measures to prevent vibration from

railway.vii) Details of site investigation.

2. Permission to be subject to a planning agreement in respect of provision of social housing, Car Free development and works to adjacent highway (this will also involve amendments to draft planning agreement for adjacent site to the west and fronting Quaker Street already agreed by Panel).

6.2 School House, Mowlem Street, London E2 (DP187/012) (Bethnal Green North)


It was AGREED that planning permission for demolition of school house and erection of a four storey building to create eight 2 bedroom flats be REFUSED for the following reasons:

1) The proposal, by reason of its height, width and bulk would not produce a harmonious relationship with adjoining buildings and would be detrimental to the visual amenities of the street scene and is therefore contrary to Policy DEV1 of the Unitary Development Plan.

2) The proposed development and in particular balconies would adversely affect the playground and school area adjacent by loss of privacy caused by potential overlooking contrary to Policy DEV2.

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3) The proposed bulk and height of the building would increase the sense of enclosure experienced by those using the adjacent school and it’s playground and would therefore be detrimental to the amenities of these users contrary to Policy DEV1.

6.3 53 Hanbury Street, London E1 (DP188/012) (Spitalfields & Banglatown)

Mr Owen Whalley (Head of Planning) confirmed there was nothing further to add to the report. On a vote of

6 FOR 1 AGAINST

It was AGREED that planning permission for change of use of the basement and ground floor to a restaurant, with the installation of an external duct to the rear of the building be REFUSED for the following reasons:

1) The activity generated by the proposed development would cause an unacceptable degree of nuisance and disturbance, and therefore the proposal would be detrimental to the amenities of the adjoining occupiers and the surrounding area. The proposal is therefore contrary Policies DEV2, HSG15, S7 and ART1 of the Tower Hamlets Adopted Unitary Development Plan.

2) The proposal would cause congestion and interfere with the free flow of traffic and is therefore contrary Policies T16 and S7 of the Tower Hamlets Adopted Unitary Development Plan.

3) The Proposal fails to provide adequate and suitable fume extraction equipment for the proposed restaurant, and is therefore contrary to Policy S7 of the (1998) Tower Hamlets Adopted Unitary Development Plan.

4) The proposed development would be detrimental to the character of the Brick Lane and Fournier Street Conservation Area, and is therefore contrary to Policy DEV26 of the (1998) Tower Hamlets Adopted Unitary Development Plan.

6.4 55-59 Hanbury Street, London E1 (DP189/012) (Spitalfields & Banglatown.)

Dealt with at Agenda Item 5.1.

6.5 49 Columbia Road, London E2 (DP190/012) (Weavers)

Mr Owen Whalley (Head of Planning) confirmed there was nothing further to add to the report. Councillor Stacey asked why it had taken so long for this application to be reportedt to Panel. Mr Peter Minoletti (Planning Manager, Bethnal Green and Bow Area) replied this although the application had been submitted at the end of November 2001 the consultation process had taken longer then anticipated.

It was AGREED that,

Members ENDORSED the Officer’s view as outlined in the report and confirmed that had the Panel been able to consider the Application for the addition of new third floor with terrace, internal rebuilding to insert additional floors, provision of four

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commercial units on ground and mezzanine and change of use of upper floors to four three storey maisonettes, the Development Panel would have REFUSED to grant planning permission in accordance with Officer’s recommendation.

6.6 409 Roman Road, London E3 (DP191/012) (Bow West)


It was AGREED that planning permission for erection of 2 storey rear extension plus rear terraces at 2nd floor level and new second floor to form two houses at rear & 2 self-contained flats at upper floors with retention of shop at ground floor, including storage at basement level be GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

1) i) Standard hours of construction.ii) Materials to match existing iii) Submission of details re: refuse, brick sample, roofing sample.iv) Doors & windows to be timber with painted finish.v) Glazed screen on terrace to be obscured and permanently retained.

2) Section 106 agreement re: car free and reinstatement of footway (section 278).

6.7 87 Whitechapel High Street, London E1 (DP192/012) (Spitalfields & Banglatown))

Mr Peter Minoletti (Planning Manager, Bethnal Green & Bow Area) reminded Members that the report had been deferred at the last meeting to allow Officers to consult the Head Teacher of Canon Barnett Primary School. The Head Teacher had responded that the School had no objection.

On a vote of

4 FOR3 AGAINST

It was AGREED that planning permission for change of use of ground floor to an amusement arcade and a new shopfront be GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

1) Standard hours of construction.2) Hours of opening (9am-10pm Monday to Saturday & 11am- 2pm Sunday)3) Admittance to over 18’s only.4) Details of management to control admittance.5) Details of noise insulation.6) No noise nuisance

7.0 POPLAR AND ISLE OF DOGS AREA

7.1 2-4 Bow Common Lane, London E3 (DP193/012) (Bromley by Bow)

Mr Owen Whalley (Head of Planning) informed Members that the car free agreement applied to all units and not the 10 units as stated in the report.

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It was AGREED that planning permission for demolition of the existing single storey buildings to the rear and the erection of a five storey building with roof terrace and its use as 6 live/work units, 13 residential units (8 one-bedroom and 5 two-bedroom flats) plus 8 parking spaces be GRANTED subject to the completion of a Section 106 legal agreement for:

1) i) Riverside walkway.

ii) Car free agreement to apply to all units.

iii) Agreement ensuring that any residential redevelopment of the part-3, part-4 and part-5 storey building located to the west of 2-4 Bow Common Lane is included with this application in affordable housing calculations.

2) In addition, subject to the following conditions:

i) The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of five years from the date of this permission.

ii) Building, engineering or other operations shall be carried out only between the hours of 8am and 6pm Mondays to Fridays and between the hours of 9am and 1pm Saturday and shall not be carried out at any time on Sundays or Public Holidays.

iii) The residential use shall not commence until the live / work accommodation has been completed and made ready for use.

iv) The residential element of the live / work units shall be ancillary to the work area and the unit shall be used as shown on the approved plans and at no time be used solely for residential use without the express grant of planning permission.

v) The occupiers and/or owners of the live / work units shall permit:

a) At least once a year a duly authorised officer of the Council access to the live / work units between 9am and 6pm, at a minimum of 4 hours notice, to ascertain that it is still in live / work use.

b) At least once a year (and / or at the access arranged under a) of this condition) the occupiers and /or owners shall provide written proof that a business is being carried out in the live / work units, such proof to include (but not limited to) accounts, invoices, receipts, bills etc.

vi) Detailed drawings and samples of the following shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority:

a) the materials to be used on the external faces of the building;b) the new windows and doors;c) balconies and roof balustrades.

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vii) The refuse store shown on the approved drawings shall be provided prior to the occupation of the development and thereafter shall be made permanently available for the occupiers of the building.

viii) The whole of the car parking accommodation shown on the approved drawings (5spaces for the live / work accommodation and 3 for the residential accommodation including one disabled space) shall be provided and retained permanently for the accommodation of vehicles of occupiers of the site (including employees using the building) and persons calling at the building for the purpose of conducting business with the occupiers thereof.

ix) Before the development hereby permitted commences on the site, a soil survey of the site shall be undertaken and the results provided to the local authority. The survey shall be taken at such points and to such depth as the local planning authority may stipulate. A scheme for decontamination of the site shall be submitted to and approved by the local planning authority in writing and the scheme as approved shall be fully implemented and completed before any residential unit hereby permitted is first occupied.

3) The following informatives are also proposed:

i) This permission is subject to a planning obligation agreement made under Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.

ii) The sound insulation of each new unit of a residential conversion should meet the standards set out in the current Building Regulations Part E and associated approved documents.

iii) You are reminded of the need for prior consultation with the Council's Highways team with regard to all works affecting the public highway including new pavement crossovers and associated alterations of threshold levels. All administrative, design, supervision and implementation costs of such works are to be met by the developer. The Council will carry out any works affecting the highway. For further advice on these matters please contact Adrian Smith on 020-7364-6940.

iv) It should be noted that condition 5 of this permission has been imposed following problems with live / work units in the Borough (and elsewhere in London). Often there are changes of use from live /work to residential uses without the benefit of planning permission. These changes of use are virtually impossible to detect from an external inspection of the premises.

Leading counsel has advised positively on the enforceability and reasonableness of the mechanism contained in condition 5.

7.2 1- 15 Vesey Path, London E14 (Idea Store) (DP194/012) (East India & Lansbury)


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7.3 Site North of Yabsley Street, London E14 (Including The White Swan Public House) (DP195/012) (Blackwall & Cubitt Town)


It was AGREED that planning permission for demolition of Public House and redevelopment of the entire site as shown on the plan by the erection of a thirteen storey, eleven storey and 2 seven storey blocks incorporating 113 flats in total, 154sqm of commercial floor space (A3) with 77 car parking spaces and internal landscaped area be GRANTED subject to:

a) The agreement of the GLA;

b) Section 106 (TCPA) for Affordable Housing, including a Car Free Agreement;

c) Section 247 (TCPA) for the stopping up of Warrington Place;

d) Section 278 (HA)for works to the Highway adjoining the site;

e) Section 72 (HA) covering the dedication of land as shown on Arup plan SK/103 for improvements to the roundabout;

and the following conditions:

1. a detailed survey of the proposed development and its impact on the Blackwall tunnel to be submitted prior to commencement of development.

2. details/sample of materials3. hours of construction including piling are to be restricted4. wheel washing facilities to be on site5. boundary treatment6. hard and soft landscaping, details of any trees are to be referred to the CAA7. The provisions the of the noise assessment report, dated 5 February 2002, Ref.

3906R-Draft 1/49280-033-784/PM are to be implemented prior to occupation of the residential units, including the secondary glazing to windows

8. rubbish collection & storage 9. a scheme of external lighting for the development to be agreed10. Assessment of any contamination in the soil and proposed remediation works11. Details of any cranes to be used during the period of construction should

accord with BS code of practice for crane operators BS7121 part 1: 1989, CAA to be consulted

12. Scheme of archaeological investigation as set out in PPG16.

7.4 Queen of the Isle Public House, 571 Manchester Road London E14 (DP196/012) (Millwall)

Mr Owen Whalley (Head of Planning) confirmed there was nothing further to add to the report. Councillor Molyneaux expressed his concerns regarding the number of public houses being converted for other uses and asked whether any provision was being made to protect them. Councillor Stacey commented that such provision could be included in the Unitary Development Plan (UDP) which was currently being reviewed.

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Councillor Molyneaux proposed that the item be deferred to investigate whether there was anyway to retain this historic site. Members voted,

3 FOR DEFERRAL4 AGAINST DEFERRAL

Members then voted

4 FOR3 AGAINST

to grant planning permission as recommended in the report.

It was therefore AGREED that planning permission for demolition of existing Public House and redevelopment to provide a six storey building comprising restaurant on ground and first floor with 14 flats above be GRANTED subject to:

1) Section.106 for a Car Free Agreement;2) Section 278 for works to the Footway; and3) the following conditions:

i) hours of workii) materials to be submittediii) boundary treatmentiv) hard and soft landscaping, including relocation of the footpath to be

agreed with LBTHv) submission of an acoustic study and windows to be insulated

accordinglyvi) rubbish collection and storagevii) hours of operation for the restaurant to be agreedviii) Extraction and ventilation works for restaurant to be agreed

Informative

If the applicant or future owner/developer of the site submits any planning applicationThat takes the total number of residential units over the threshold of 15, the Council’sAffordable Housing Policy HSG3 will be applied in full.

7.5 15-21 Broomfield Street, London E14 (DP197/012) (East India & Lansbury)

Mr Owen Whalley (Head of Planning) confirmed there was nothing further to add to the report, except the condition relating to the affordable housing be was to be incorporated in the Section 106 Legal Agreement.

It was AGREED that planning permission for redevelopment by the erection of two 3 and 5 storey blocks to provide 106 flats, the formation of new means of vehicular access to the highway and pedestrian accesses to Limehouse Cut be GRANTED subject to:

A. The following conditions:

1. 5 year time limit.

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2. Approval of facing materials.3. Details of hard and soft landscaping, including all boundary and canal

side treatments to be approved implemented and maintained.4. Lighting scheme to be submitted and approved.5. Car parking to be provided and maintained.6. No external plumbing.7. Construction hours 8.00 am –6.00 pm Mondays to Fridays, 8.00 am –

1.00 pm Saturdays and not at all on Sundays.

B. The applicant and any other body having an interest in the land executing a legal agreement with the Council under the following Heads:

1. The development to be ‘car free’ whereby residents are prohibited from purchasing parking permits from the Borough.

2. To provide a walkway along the western boundary of the site between Broomfield Street and the towpath on the southern side of Limehouse Cut. Such walkway to be a minimum of 2 metres wide. To repair, cleanse and provide drainage to the Walkway and to provide and maintain a system of electric lighting on or over the Walkway. From the date of practical completion of the development to permit the public to have unrestricted access on foot over the entire walkway twenty-four hours a day on every day of the year.

3. To fund the provision and removal of vehicular crossovers to Broomfield Street together with necessary repaving works to the public footway.

4. Affordable housing.

7.6 Express Wharf, 38 Westferry Road and part of Hutchings Wharf, London E14 (DP198/012) (Millwall)


It was AGREED that planning permission for demolition of existing buildings and redevelopment to provide 238 residential flats in three blocks of 5, 11 and 16 storeys, including 3 units at ground floor level facing onto Westferry Road for A1/A2/A3/B1 or D2 use, a 7storey car park, landscaping and a riverside walk be GRANTED subject to:

1. The agreement of the Greater London Authority.

2. The land owner(s) and any other body having an interest in the site entering into a legal agreement with the Council under the following Heads:

A. All fifty-five units within Building C to be provided as affordable housing.

B. To construct a public riverside walkway and garden to details that have been approved in writing by the local planning authority, such details to include the means of linking the walkway with adjoining walkways. Upon practical completion of the development to permit unrestricted

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public access to the garden and walkway by pedestrians and pedal cyclists for 365 days a year. To cleanse, maintain, drain and repair the walkway and garden, to provide a means of electric lighting on or over the walkway and to install directional signage to the walkway.

C. The development to be “car free” with residents prohibited from purchasing parking permits from the Borough.

D. A £20,000 payment for local community infrastructure.E. Payment to the Council in respect of any necessary associated works to

the public highway.

3. The following conditions:

i) Development to begin within 5 years.ii) Submission and approval of details of facing materials, landscaping,

the Riverside walkway (including materials), a scheme of external lighting and the means of refuse disposal.

iii) Approved landscaping to be implemented and maintained.iv) No building works to take place until measures to remedy ground

contamination have been completed to the satisfaction of the local planning authority.

v) Noise assessment of traffic on Westferry Road and details of any necessary sound insulation and ventilation to habitable rooms facing Westferry Road to be approved and implemented.

vi) Noise assessment of any external plant.vii) Investigation of the archaeology of the site prior to the commencement

of works.viii) Hours of construction restricted to 8 am–6 pm Monday to Friday and 8

am–1 pm on Saturdays.ix) Car parking spaces to be permanently retained.

7.7 6 Thermopylae Gate, Isle of Dogs, London E14 (DP199/012) (Millwall)


7.8 Marner Primary School, Devas Street, London E 3(DP200/012) (Bromley-by-Bow)


7.9 Ancient Briton Public House & adjacent garages, between Glacus & Maddams Street, London E3 (DP201/012) (Bromley by Bow)


It was AGREED that planning permission for demolition of public house and garages and erection of a four-storey building plus roof terrace to create 14 two bedroom flats be GRANTED, subject to a section 106 car-free agreement and 278 agreement regarding reinstatement of the existing vehicle crossover, and the following conditions:

1) Time limit.2) Hours of Construction

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3) Soil Contamination Investigation4) Secure By Design - doors & windows5) Matters to be reserved:

i) Hard and soft landscaping ii) Fences, walls, railingsiii) External materialsiv) Scheme of external lightingv) Refuse storage vi) Sound insulation between residential units

Informative:

This planning permission is subject to both a section 278 agreement regarding reinstatement of the existing vehicle crossover and a section 106 car free agreement.

7.10 Electrical Switch House Site, Aspen Way London E14 (DP202/012) (Blackwall & Cubitt Town)

Mr Owen Whalley (Head of Planning) presented the planner’s report, and drew the attention of Members to the addendum, which was tabled.

It was AGREED that planning permission for refurbishment and conversion of existing electrical switch house building, including an additional four storeys (total of 10 storeys) to provide 11 no. live/work units, gymnasium and 2 no. A1 retail units at ground level and 182, one, two and three bedroom flats above, linked together with the erection of 9 storey residential building, to provide 60 no. one, two and three bedroom flats, on top of adjacent 3 storey replacement electrical switch house building with car parking and landscaping be GRANTEDsubject to the following:

1) Completion of a Section 106 legal agreement relating to the provision of 25% on-site affordable housing, ‘car free/permit restricted development, and contribution by the Developer of a sum of up to £90,000, index linked, for environmental improvements to the DLR Station. In addition, a S278 agreement relating to the closure of the existing access on Aspen Way and re-instatement of footway at the developer’s expense.

2) The following planning conditions and informative:-

Details of the following:-

1) architectural features, and samples of facing materials2) boundary treatment3) hard and soft landscaping4) refuse storage /disposal arrangement5) Sound insulation between residential units6) acoustic glazing and ventilation.7) disabled car parking spaces and cycle storage.8) shopfront design and materials to retail units.9) details of plant/machinery and travelling crane within the replacement

switch house below the 9-storey residential tower. 10) Restricted hours of construction.

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11) Replacement planting12) Car parking retained permanently.13) Decontamination report.14) Wheel cleaning facility during construction.15) Archaeological study.16) Work element of live/work units to be B1use only17) Restricted hours for piling.18) Noise generated from the replacement switch house shall Not exceed

30dBA at the nearest residential unit(s) immediately above.

Informatives

1. Consult DLR on health and safety issues during construction phase.

2. Health and safety issues relating to the replacement switch house to be resolved with the Council’s Environmental Health Department.

8.0 STEPNEY AND WAPPING AREA

8.1 2-4 Boulcott Street, London E1 (DP203/012) (Shadwell)


It was AGREED that temporary planning permission to change the use of the first floor to a mini-cab office be GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

1) Approval is granted for a period of 12 months only.

2) No flashing lights or advertisements are to indicate the location of the mini-cab office.

3) No drivers shall await fares or pick up customers at the site.

4) The mini-cab operation shall use radio-controlled cars only.

8.2 Mulberry School, Richard Street, London E1 (DP204/012) (Shadwell)


8.3 60 The Highway, London E1 (DP205/012) (St Katarine’s & Wapping)


It was AGREED that planning permission for redevelopment and extension, adding second floor for administration offices, new car storage deck and internal works be GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

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1) Detailed design and elevations, including samples and detailed plans where appropriate of proposed facing materials: colour, glazing/fenestration, railings and doors/windows.

2) Hours of construction and demolition.

Informative

Applicant to secure necessary consents under Highways legislation prior to implementation of works on site.

8.4 Southwest junction of Butcher Row and Commercial Road, London E1 (DP206/012) (Shadwell)


It was AGREED that planning permission for outline application seeking consent for means of access only, for purposes of servicing/ access for 19 residential units and 1 retail unit (all other matters reserved) be REFUSED for the following reasons:

Proposed development provides no facility for vehicles to turn on site to allow entry from and to the highway in a forward direction. It would result in an unacceptable hazard to traffic passing along Butchers Row approaching a major intersection, and is therefore contrary to adopted UDP policies T15, 16 and 17.

Informative

The form of development shown on the indicative drawings is unlikely to be successful, due to both design and massing issues.

8.5 Limekiln Wharf, 94 Three Colt Street, London E14 (DP207/012) (St Katharine’s and Wapping))


8.6 TW Ides Paragon Ltd Site bounded by Glasshouse fields, 518-522 Cable Street and Schoolhouse Lane, London E1 (DP210/012) (Shadwell)


It was AGREED that planning permission for demolition of existing buildings and construction of new buildings for the purpose of educational use (OUTLINE) be GRANTED subject to the following conditions and informative:

i) All reserved matters including full details of siting, design, landscaping, external appearance, means of access, to be submitted to and approved prior to any commencement of work on site.

i) A time limit.ii) Archaeological investigation. iii) Contamination report together with details of amelioration of any

contamination that may be identified.

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iv) Hours of construction.v) Wheel cleaning.vi) This consent shall not be implemented until detailed and programmed

proposals for the relocation of the existing business of the site have been submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority in accordance with UDP policy EMP2.1.

This decision is subject to referral to the Government Office for London as a departure from the Unitary Development Plan and planning permission will not be granted until Government Office determines whether to call in the application or allow the Council to issue a decision.

Informative

Applicants be informed that planning permission is required in respect of the reversion of the Shadwell Centre to wholly educational use.

9.0 SCHEDULE OF MINOR DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS (DP208/012)

The recommendations of the Schedule of Minor Developments were AGREED as listed below.

9.1 44 Spirit Quay, London E1 (DP208/012) (St. Katharines and Wapping Ward)

That planning permission for conversion of roof space with dormer windows to front and rear and erection of a single storey rear side extension – 10.5 square metres approximately be GRANTED subject to:

Hours of construction and use of materials to match existing building.

9.2 19 Old Nichol Street, London E2 (DP208/012) (Weavers)

The planning permission for change of use of upper floors to three flats involving new fourth floor with roof terrace and alterations to shopfront (Ground and basement remain commercial) be GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

1) Details of materials, shopfront, extra storey, terrace, new windows, natural light and ventilation to basement, insulation between units, provision of refuse stores; materials to match; no flues etc facing street; no outward doors; obscure glazing; hours of work for business unit; no nuisance; hours of construction.

2) Car-free agreement

10.0 REPORT OF HEAD OF PLANNING

10.1 Audit Report on Planning Permissions (DP209/012) (All Wards)


It was AGREED that the report be NOTED.

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11.0 ANY OTHER URGENT BUSINESS WHICH THE CHAIR CONSIDERS TO BE URGENT

There were no items of urgent business.

CLOSE OF MEETING

The meeting closed at 9.50pm

COUNCILLOR ABDUL ASADCHAIR

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