The Committee considered the report of the Head of Development Management.

Ms Diamond of Ulcombe Parish Council addressed the meeting.

The Democratic Services Officer read out a statement on behalf of Councillor Trzebinski, a Ward Member, who was unable to be present at the meeting.

RESOLVED: 

1.  That permission be granted subject to the conditions set out in the report with the strengthening of conditions 7 (Site Development Scheme) and 8 (Landscaping) to:

(a)  Require a delivery plan and timescale for the removal of the close board fencing and hardcore and the implementation of the proposed landscaping and fencing; and

(b)  Provide explanatory narrative referencing the sensitive landscape, the medium to long distance viewpoints, the proximity to a public footpath, the Committee’s view that the extent of hardstanding is not appropriate in the countryside and its expectation that the landscaping scheme will be implemented in full within a reasonable period with advice and support.

2.  That delegated powers be given to the Head of Development Management to be able to settle or amend any necessary planning conditions in line with the matters set out in the recommendation and as resolved by the Planning Committee.

Voting:  13 – For  0 – Against  0 – Abstentions