Agenda item

5 – 9 DEPTFORD HIGH STREET, SE8 (Item 3 on the agenda)

The Planning Officer outlined late objections received from Environmental Health before outlining the details of two applications to be jointly considered for the installation of a new shop front and an automated teller machine in the front elevation at 5-9 Deptford High Street SE8, together with the installation of air conditioning/refrigeration plant, fire exit gates and access gate to the rear (DC/15/91674), and the display of one externally illuminated fascia sign displaying the ASDA logo, one externally illuminated ATM sign and one externally applied vinyl sign (transparent with white lettering) at 5-9 Deptford High Street SE8 (DC/15/91681).

Before the start of the meeting, a Councillor Briefing Note prepared by the applicant (ASDA) was handed to Members and tabled. The document outlined measures taken to mitigate issues potentially raised against air conditioning, shopfront, signage in a conservation area, and servicing and deliveries.

The Committee received verbal representation from Mr Doug Wilson (the applicant) and Mr Matt Walton from HGP Architects, acting as agent for application No. DC/15/91674. Mr Wilson presented the scheme, and both he and Mr Walton addressed Members questions regarding the development.

The Committee received verbal representation from Mr Keith Tillman, a member on the Amenity Societies Panel, Lewisham Design Review Panel, as well as resident in the area of the proposal. Mr Tillman outlined objections to the proposed development on behalf of local residents in regard to No. DC/15/91674, only. The issues raised included those relating to the sound generated by the air conditioning unit, concern over operating hours, and the proposed smoking area at the rear of the property. Mr Tillman proposed that a recorded sound sample/video be shared with the Committee as a foundation to his arguments. Kevin Chadd clarified that the Committee would be required to conduct a vote as to whether the additional information be shared or not. The Committee unanimously voted in favour, however the video was not shared.

The Committee received verbal representation from Councillor Brenda Dacres,  a resident in the area of the proposal. Ms Dacres outlined objections pertaining to application No. DC/15/91674, only. The issues raised included those relating to the sound generated by the air conditioning unit before a proper consultation process had been followed, potential sound of servicing trollies on the pavement, servicing hours, the smoking area at the rear of the property, and other smells generated by the store.

Councillor Dacres exited the room to allow for deliberations.

Following questions and deliberation by Members, Councillor John Paschoud initiated a motion to accept the officer’s recommendation and grant planning permission subject to conditions as guided by officers for application No. DC/15/91681, only. It was seconded by Councillor Bell (Chair).

Members voted as follows for application DC/15/91681:

FOR:                Ogunbadewa (Vice-Chair), Clarke, Hilton, Hooks, and Ibitson.

RESOLVED:     That planning permission be granted in respect of application No. DC/15/91681, subject to the conditions outlined in the report.

Further questions were addressed and Members deliberated further. Councillor Bell (Chair) initiated a motion to defer application No. DC/15/91674 to a future meeting. Councillor John Paschoud raised a motion to reject the deferral.

Following additional questioning and deliberation, Councillor Paschoud initiated a motion to grant planning permission subject to conditions and the additional implementation of a strict time period following a monitoring scheme as recommended by the officer.  It was seconded by Councillor Hooks.

Members voted as follows for application DC/15/91674:

FOR:                Ogunbadewa (Vice-Chair), Hilton, John Paschoud and Ibitson.

AGAINST         Bell (Chair) and Clarke.

RESOLVED:     That planning permission be granted in respect of application No. DC/15/91674, subject to conditions as outlined in the report, as well as changes to the wording of Condition (2) and (3) to read as follows:

(2)    The development shall be retained strictly in accordance with

         the application plans, drawings and documents hereby

         approved and as detailed below:

        14.157.A (00) 04  Revision A, A (00) 07 Rev C, A (90) 00_01

        Rev F, Site Location Plan, Environmental Noise Survey

        Report and Noise Impact Assessment for Fixed Plant Revision

        B dated 18.05.2015 & External Lighting Revision dated

        29.05.2015 and 14.157.A (00) 05 Revision D (received 22

        June 2015).

Reason:  To ensure that the development is carried out in accordance with the approved documents, plans and drawings submitted with the application and is acceptable to the local planning authority.

(3)    (a)    The rating level of the noise emitted from fixed plant on the site shall be 5dB below the existing background level at any time. The noise levels shall be determined at the façade of any noise sensitive property. The measurements and assessments shall be made according to BS4142:2014.

(b)    Notwithstanding the details hereby approved, details of  

         works in compliance with paragraph (a) of this condition

         shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local

         planning authority within one month from the date of

         planning permission.

(c)     The details approved pursuant to paragraph (b) of this

         condition shall be implemented in their entirety and

         thereafter maintained in perpetuity.

(d)        A monitoring scheme setting out the process, period and frequency of testing shall be submitted to and approved  in writing by the local planning authority.  The reports       submitted in accordance with the approved scheme shall clearly demonstrate that the noise levels stated in            paragraph (a) of this condition have been achieved.

Reason:  To safeguard the amenities of the adjoining premises and the area generally and to comply with DM Policy 26 Noise and vibration of the Development Management Local Plan (November 2014).

Councillor Dacres was invited to return to the room.