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Planning and Licensing Committee - Tuesday, 18th June, 2024 7.00 pm
June 18, 2024 View on council website Watch video of meeting Read transcript (Professional subscription required)Summary
The Planning and Licensing Committee of Folkestone and Hythe Council convened on Tuesday, 18 June 2024, to discuss several significant planning applications. Key decisions were made on the use of outdoor space at Unit 1 Riverside Industrial Estate, a new car park and beach huts at Coast Drive in Greatstone, a mixed-use development at the former Silver Spring site, and a retrospective application for a fish breeding business at 25 Dymchurch Road, St Mary's Bay.
Unit 1 Riverside Industrial Estate
The committee reviewed application 24/0168/FH for the use of outdoor space at Unit 1 Riverside Industrial Estate in West Wythe Road. David Bateman spoke against the application, citing noise pollution concerns, while Luke Warr and Kenza Bowman spoke in support, highlighting the community benefits and economic importance of the business. Councillors discussed the noise issues and the lack of formal complaints since April 2022. The committee unanimously approved the application with conditions to restrict outside space usage and prevent amplified music.
Coast Drive Car Park and Beach Huts
The committee considered application 22/2100/FH for a new car park and beach huts at Coast Drive in Greatstone. Councillor Paul Thomas supported the application, emphasizing the benefits for local tourism and community facilities. Councillor Peter Coe and Councillor David Wimble also spoke in favour, noting the improved amenities and support from local organizations. The committee discussed the ecological impact and the need for adequate lighting and EV charging points. The application was approved with conditions, including a Section 106 agreement for ongoing wardening and ecological management.
Former Silver Spring Site
The committee reviewed application 22/1347/FH for a mixed-use development at the former Silver Spring site in Park Farm Road, Folkestone. Alastair Ingram, the agent, highlighted the economic benefits and job creation potential. Councillors raised concerns about traffic impact and air quality, particularly for nearby schools. The committee approved the application with conditions, including additional landscaping and a review of pedestrian safety measures.
25 Dymchurch Road, St Mary's Bay
The committee discussed the retrospective application 24/0466/FH for a fish breeding business at 25 Dymchurch Road, St Mary's Bay. Councillor Tony Cooper opposed the application, citing the neighbourhood plan and potential harm to residential amenity. Councillors debated the enforcement of conditions and the impact on local residents. The committee decided to defer the application to gather more information and explore conditions to mitigate potential harm.
Appeals Monitoring Report
The committee reviewed the Appeals Monitoring Report for 2023/24, noting an improvement in the council's success rate in defending appeals. The report highlighted that the council is within government targets and not at risk of planning special measures.
For more details, you can view the agenda and public reports pack for the meeting.
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