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Planning Committee - Tuesday, 11th June, 2024 7.00 pm
June 11, 2024 View on council website Watch video of meeting Read transcript (Professional subscription required)Summary
The Planning Committee of Elmbridge Council met on Tuesday 11 June 2024 to discuss several significant planning applications and administrative matters. Key decisions included the refusal of a major development at the former Waylands Treatment Works and the approval of an extension for the Elmbridge Canoe Club. The committee also addressed updates to the Statement of Community Involvement and made appointments to various sub-committees and working groups.
Former Waylands Treatment Works Development
The committee deliberated on the hybrid planning application 2022/3427 for a phased master plan for a mixed-use development at the former Waylands Treatment Works. The proposal included commercial and residential units, with up to 40 affordable homes. Despite the potential benefits, the committee refused the application due to concerns about the impact on the Green Belt, traffic issues, and the lack of a completed legal agreement to secure affordable housing and other contributions. The decision was made with seven votes in favour of refusal, five against, and three abstentions.
Elmbridge Canoe Club Extension
The committee approved planning application 2024/0143 for the Elmbridge Canoe Club, which involved constructing a first-floor rear terrace extension to the existing balcony facing the riverside. The decision was made after considering the potential impact on neighbouring properties and the Green Belt. Conditions were imposed to address concerns about noise, privacy, and the management of the balcony area.
Statement of Community Involvement
The committee recommended updates to the Statement of Community Involvement to the Cabinet. The proposed changes include measures to protect personal information in public comments on planning applications, such as redacting names and addresses and removing comments after the appeal period.
Appointments
- Thames Landscape Strategy Executive Review Board: Councillor Layton was appointed to represent Elmbridge Council.
- Local Plan Working Group: Councillor Alex Batchelor was appointed to the group following the resignation of Councillor Mrs. James.
Minutes and Reports
The committee noted the minutes of several sub-committee meetings, including:
- South Area Planning Sub-Committee on 28 February 2024
- East Area Planning Sub-Committee on 22 April 2024
- North Area Planning Sub-Committee on 24 April 2024
- South Area Planning Sub-Committee on 25 April 2024
- South Area Planning Sub-Committee on 22 May 2024
- East Area Planning Sub-Committee on 20 May 2024
- Local Plan Working Group on 16 April 2024
The meeting commenced at 7.00 pm and concluded at 10.25 pm.
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