PLANNING COMMITTEE AGENDA - Hartlepool Borough Council

Planning Committee – 25 th February 2009 4.1
Landscaping
4.24 The scheme has been assessed by the Council’s Landscape Team and there is
one medium sized Sycamore tree at the front of this property which appears to be in
good health. There is a decay pocket on the bole however this is not extensive. The
scheme should not affect this tree. It has been advised that should permission be
granted that additional landscaping be provided at the front, between car parking
bays and Station Lane.
Highway Implications
4.25 The applicant has shown 9 spaces which based on the information provided
would exceed the parking requirement for this development (7 spaces). The access
onto Station Lane of 4.1 metres is acceptable as it will allow vehicles to pass each
other. The carriage crossing must be either an industrial crossing construction or
standard road construction and the works to be carried out by credited RASWA
contractor
4.26 The Head of Traffic and Transportation have raised no objection to the scheme,
however it has been advised that bay 4 shown on the amended plans should be
closer to the entrance of the building, this could be controlled by condition.
Other Issues
4.27 The Council’s Engineering Consultancy Team have advised that a section 80
notice is required for the demolition of this building and should the application be
approved a condition requiring clarification of any potential contaminants would be
required. This would be a standard condition.
4.28 Cleveland Police have provided general comments regarding crime prevention
including that windows/doors should comply with the relevant British Standards,
external lighting and defined boundaries. Should the application be approved a
condition would be required to incorporate these measures.
Conclusion
4.29 The proposed development is considered to be unacceptable particularly by
virtue of the adverse affect on the living conditions of some nearby residents.
However as comments are awaited from the Council’s Adult & Community Services
Team a final recommendation will be provided before the meeting.
RECOMMENDATION – UPDATE TO FOLLOW
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