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Planning Committee - Thursday 27th June 2024 9.30 am

June 27, 2024 View on council website Watch video of meeting Read transcript (Professional subscription required)
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Summary

The Planning Committee of Rother Council met on Thursday, 27 June 2024, to discuss several significant planning applications. The key decisions included the approval of a controversial housing development in Westfield, the refusal of a new dwelling in Bexhill, and the approval of an agricultural barn in Battle.

Cottage Lane Development Adjacent to Westfield

The committee approved the Cottage Lane Development, which involves the construction of up to 20 dwellings with new access from Cottage Lane. The decision was contentious, with significant debate around the impact on the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). Councillor Jane Clark of Westfield Parish Council opposed the development, citing concerns about the loss of agricultural land and the impact on the historic routeway. Despite these objections, the committee approved the application, noting the need for housing and the proposed biodiversity net gain.

16 Heighton Close, Bexhill

The application for a new two-storey dwelling at 16 Heighton Close was refused. The committee had previously deferred the decision to explore alternative access options to mitigate the impact on neighbouring properties. However, the revised access proposal was deemed unfeasible due to visibility issues. The primary concern was the impact of vehicle headlights on the cottages opposite the proposed site. Councillor Tony Ganly moved to refuse the application, citing the detrimental effect on the amenities of the neighbouring properties. The motion was carried with eight votes in favour, one against, and two abstentions.

Land at Big Wood, London Road, Battle

The committee approved the application for the Land at Big Wood, which involves the demolition of existing barns and the construction of a replacement barn with a small lean-to extension. The extension will include a wet room, toilet, and rest area for agricultural workers. Councillor John Barnes expressed concerns about the introduction of a septic tank but acknowledged the necessity of the facilities for the agricultural holding. The application was approved with nine votes in favour and one abstention.

Additional Information

For more details, you can refer to the Planning Applications - Index, the Agenda frontsheet, and the Public reports pack.

Attendees

Profile image for Councillor Brian Drayson
Councillor Brian Drayson  Rother Association of Independent Councillors •  Bexhill Kewhurst
Profile image for Councillor Jimmy Stanger
Councillor Jimmy Stanger  Rother Association of Independent Councillors •  Bexhill St Marks
Profile image for CouncillorMrs Mary Barnes
CouncillorMrs Mary Barnes  Conservative •  Hurst Green & Ticehurst
Profile image for Councillor Christine Bayliss
Councillor Christine Bayliss  Labour •  Bexhill Central
Profile image for Councillor Terry Byrne
Councillor Terry Byrne  Rother Association of Independent Councillors •  Bexhill Sackville
Profile image for CouncillorFazlul Chowdhury
CouncillorFazlul Chowdhury  Labour •  Bexhill Sidley
Profile image for CouncillorMrs Vikki Cook
CouncillorMrs Vikki Cook  Liberal Democrats •  South Battle & Telham
Profile image for CouncillorCheryl Creaser
CouncillorCheryl Creaser  Labour •  Rye & Winchelsea
Profile image for Councillor Tony Ganly
Councillor Tony Ganly  Conservative •  Northern Rother
Profile image for CouncillorNeil Gordon
CouncillorNeil Gordon  Conservative •  Brede & Udimore
Profile image for CouncillorPolly Gray
CouncillorPolly Gray  Green •  Bexhill Old Town & Worsham
Profile image for CouncillorTim Grohne
CouncillorTim Grohne  Conservative •  Southern Rother
Profile image for Councillor Andrew Mier
Councillor Andrew Mier  Liberal Democrats •  Southern Rother
Profile image for Councillor Chas Pearce
Councillor Chas Pearce  Liberal Democrats •  Catsfield & Crowhurst
Profile image for Councillor Richard Thomas
Councillor Richard Thomas  Liberal Democrats •  Bexhill St Stephens
Lorna Ford
Ben Hook
Jeff Pyrah
Sarah Shepherd
Matthew Worsley
Asma Choudhury
Edwin Corke
Julie Hollands
Profile image for Councillor John Barnes, MBE
Councillor John Barnes, MBE  Conservative •  Burwash & the Weald
Profile image for Councillor Kathryn Field
Councillor Kathryn Field  Liberal Democrats •  North Battle, Netherfield & Whatlington
Profile image for Councillor Hazel Timpe
Councillor Hazel Timpe  Rother Association of Independent Councillors •  Bexhill Sackville
Kemi Erifevieme
Kirsty Cameron
Profile image for Councillor Andrew Hayward
Councillor Andrew Hayward  Rother Association of Independent Councillors •  Bexhill Kewhurst
Profile image for Councillor Teresa Killeen
Councillor Teresa Killeen  Liberal Democrats •  Hurst Green & Ticehurst
Profile image for Councillor Carl Maynard
Councillor Carl Maynard  Conservative •  Sedlescombe & Westfield
Ruben Hayward
Michael Vladeanu

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