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MINUTES OF RYDE TOWN COUNCIL’S PLANNING, ENVIRONMENT AND
REGENERATION COMMITTEE HELD ON TUESDAY, 4 MAY 2021 AT 4.00PM VIA THE
ZOOM VIDEO CONFERENCE MEETING FACILITY STREAMED LIVE VIA YOUTUBE
Members Present: Cllr Diana Conyers (Chair), Cllr Michael Lilley, Cllr Phil Jordan, Cllr
Malcolm Ross and Cllr Ian Stephens
Also in Attendance: Jon Baker (Committees Coordinator) and Chris Turvey (Planning,
Regeneration and Environment Officer)
Note - Owing to the pre-election regulations in place ahead of the scheduled local town and
parish council elections on 6 May 2021, public question time and members question time was
suspended until after the elections.
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APOLOGIES
Apologies were received from Cllr Henry Adams and Cllr Charles Chapman
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DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
None declared at this stage.
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REQUESTS FOR DISPENSATIONS
None requested.
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MINUTES
The minutes to the previous meeting held on 13 April 2021 were reviewed.
RESOLVED:
THAT the minutes to the meeting held on 13 April 2021 were approved as a true
and accurate record and would be signed off by the Chair following the meeting
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PLANNING APPLICATIONS
The following planning applications were then considered by the committee:
i. Application No: 21/00722/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde East
Location: Between Westridge Garage & St Johns Graveyard, Gt Preston Rd,
Ryde
Proposal: 6 dwellings to include formation of vehicular access and parking to rear.
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Members were advised that the site was on part of the previously proposed
Pennyfeathers development which had already been granted outline approval.
The Pennyfeathers application included alterations to the highway which would
seem to have a bearing on this application. The ecology report also mentions that
the applicant had not carried out an appropriate Phase 2 Reptile Survey and that
provision should be made for any mammals that were present on the site.
Members also noted that seven members of the public had registered their
objections to the application.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council objects to the application on the following
grounds:
a) As outlined in the Island Roads Report, there is inadequate pedestrian
connectivity to the wider highways network which would compromise
the safety of the public
b) There is a negative impact on the ease of which users of the proposed
parking bays for the properties could access them when the adjacent
parking bays are in use.
c) The existing outline approval for the Pennyfeathers application
includes alterations to the highway network which would make the
proposals in this application unsafe and unworkable.
d) The ecology report mentions that the applicant has not carried out an
appropriate Phase 2 Reptile Survey and that provision should be made
for any mammals present on the site.
ii.
Application No: 21/00699/ARM
Parish(es): Nettlestone And Seaview Ward(s): Nettlestone and Seaview
Location: Former Harcourt Sands Holiday Park, Puckpool Hill, Seaview, PO33
1PJ
Proposal: Approval of reserved matters on P/00573/15 for appearance and
landscaping of second phase of 93 units
Members noted that Island Roads had requested additional information, however
they did decide to provide conditional approval on the basis that the information
can be made available to them.
Concerns were raised over how any affordable housing number would be met
and that they should be for the benefit of Ryde residents.
Members also noted that three members of the public had registered their
objections to the application.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council objects to the application on the following
grounds:
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a) There is a lack of information on what the design of the Self Catering
apartments would be and therefore the Town Council cannot fully
consider the impact of them on the surrounding area. In addition, the
committee consider that a Hotel would be a much better option for the
local economy.
b) More information has been required from Island Roads and the Town
Council consider that all of the changes requested should be
conditioned by the IW Council if the application is successful.
c) The section 106 agreement includes details of off-site provision for
affordable housing. Ryde Town Council consider that this agreement is
outdated (more than 5 years) and should, if possible, be revisited.
iii.
Application No: 21/00757/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde East
Location: 135 West Hill Road, Ryde, PO33 1LW
Proposal: Proposed single storey side and rear extensions; alterations to include
conversion of garage to form additional living accommodation; replacement
raised roof to include dormer windows on rear and front elevations
Although this was just a single storey extension it was decided to be considered by
the full Committee on the grounds of the size of the proposed extensions in
comparison to the original property. However members had no concerns and were
happy to recommend approval. There was also no public objections.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to the application
iv.
Application No: 21/00768/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde East
Location: 119 High Park Road, Ryde, PO33 1BZ
Proposal: Proposed single storey side and rear extension
Owing to the proposed extension was on the property boundary, the application
was considered by the full Committee. However there were no public objections.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objection to the application
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Application No: 21/00593/HOU
Location: St Anthony’s, Playstreet Lane, Ryde, PO33 3LQ
Proposal: Proposed front, rear and side extensions and the removal of front and
rear dormer windows, reroofing of main house with living green roof and
formation of new vehicular access and driveway.
This application was originally considered at the previous meeting held on 13
April 2021 where approval was recommended. However there had since been
concerns raised by the Isle of Wight Councils Rights of Way Department around
vehicle access to a public footpath and it was also noted that there had been 25
objections submitted by members of the public.
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The item was therefore added late to the agenda in order for the Town Council
to make any new submissions if it was agreed to be appropriate.
The Committee consequently felt it was correct to reconsider the application in
light of the new representations received.
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council objects to the application on the following
grounds:
Following further information from the Isle of Wight Councils Rights of Way
department that was received after the Town Council originally considered
the application on 13 April 2021, members of the committee were of the view
that crossing a well-used footpath (R111) is not acceptable and the access
to the property by the proposed means should not be allowed. The
proposals in this application affect the public’s safety and their enjoyment
of the footpath.
The following applications were considered under delegated powers by the Chair and
the Planning, Regeneration and Environment Officer and they proposed the following:
i.
Application No: 21/00679/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North East
Location: 12 Wood Street, Ryde, PO33 2DH
Proposal: Demolition of sunroom; proposed two storey side/rear extension
ii.
Application No: 21/00625/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North East
Location: Redworth House, Appley Rise, Ryde, PO33 1LE
Proposal: Proposed single storey rear extension
iii.
Application No: 21/00734/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North East
Location: 97 Monkton Street, Ryde, PO33 2DD
Proposal: Removal of existing garden shed; Proposed detached garden room
and storage shed
iv.
Application No: 21/00739/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Havenstreet, Ashey And Haylands
Location: 21 Ashey Road, Ryde, PO33 2UW
Proposal: Proposed rear extensions and alterations to include an increased roof
terrace area.
v.
Application No: 21/00778/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s) Ryde South
Location: 54 St Johns Road, Ryde, PO33 2RS
Proposal: Proposed replacement of windows and doors, fascia, soffits and
rainwater goods
vi.
Application No: 21/00785/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Havenstreet, Ashey and Haylands
Location: 4 Southfield Gardens, Ryde, PO33 3EE
Proposal: Proposed two storey side extension (revised scheme)
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vii. Application No: 21/00794/HOU
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Binstead and Fishbourne
Location:105 Newnham Road, Binstead, PO33 3TF
Proposal: Proposed single storey extension on both front and rear elevations;
terrace area on rear elevation
RESOLVED:
THAT Ryde Town Council raised no objections to the above seven Planning
Applications.
The following application was for information only and was not considered owing
to the applicant being Ryde Town Council
Application No: 21/00772/FUL
Parish(es): Ryde Ward(s): Ryde North East
Location: Land Adjacent Harbour Masters Office, Esplanade, Ryde, PO33 1JE
Proposal: Temporary siting of storage container for no more than 5 years
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DECISIONS TAKEN BY THE ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL
Members noted the following decisions taken by the IWC’s Planning Department.
PLANNING APPLICATION DECISIONS
1. APPLICATIONS APPROVED
i.
Application No: 21/00164/CLPUD
Location: 14 The Firs, West Hill Road, Ryde, PO33 1FN
Proposal: Lawful Development Certificate for proposed garage
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde East
Decision Date: 06/04/2021
Lawful Development Certificate - no consultation required
ii.
Application No: 21/00311/LBC
Location: 5 Richmond House, The Strand, Ryde, PO33 1JD
Proposal: Listed Building Consent for proposed replacement windows on front
and rear elevations: formation of communal area in garden enclosed by fences
& gates & retention of shed and fence & gate on north elevation
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North East
Decision Date: 13/04/2021
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
iii.
Application No: 21/00310/HOU
Location: 5 Richmond House, The Strand, Ryde, PO33 1JD
Proposal: Replacement windows on front and rear elevations, formation of
communal area in garden enclosed by fences & gates & retention of shed and
fence & gate on north elevation
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North East
Decision Date: 13/04/2021
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
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iv.
Application No: 21/00726/TW
Location: Harcourt Sands Holiday Park, Puckpool Hill, Seaview, PO33 1PJ
Proposal: T1; Beech Tree (survey number 31) to be felled to near ground level.
T2; Beech tree (survey number 30) to have the canopy reduced by 30% of its
current capacity.
Parish: Nettlestone And Seaview Ward: Nettlestone And Seaview
Decision Date: 20/04/2021
Tree Decision
v.
Application No: 21/00140/TW
Location: 49 Wellington, Road Ryde, PO33 3QJ
Proposal: The 4 x Pittosporum are to be felled to near ground level Ash tree is
to be felled to near ground level.
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde West
Decision Date: 20/04/2021
Tree Decision
vi.
Application No: 20/01707/LBC
Location: 12 Esplanade, Ryde, PO33 2DY
Proposal: Listed Building Consent for internal alterations to create a kitchen,
extend the gents toilets and change the office into a ladies toilets, installation of
extraction
system and external
flue
(revised
plans)(revised
description)(readvertised application)
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Decision Date: 22/04/2021
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
vii.
Application No: 20/01435/FUL
Location: 12 Esplanade, Ryde, PO33 2DY
Proposal: Change of use from Arcade (Sui Generis) to Pool Hall and Takeaway
(Sui Generis); Internal alterations; Installation of extraction system and external
flue (revised plans)(revised description)(readvertised application)
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Decision Date: 22/04/2021
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
viii.
Application No: 21/00147/TW
Location: 23 Brookfield Gardens, Ryde, PO33 3NP
Proposal: The Beech tree situated is to have the crown reduced in the manner
described in the tree report submitted in support of this application.
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North West
Decision Date: 22/04/2021
Tree Decision
ix.
Application No: 20/00435/FUL
Location: Rye House, Playstreet Lane, Ryde, PO33 3LJ
Proposal: Proposed detached dwelling and garage with vehicular access off
Pound Mead (revised scheme)(revised plans)(readvertised application)
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde West
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Decision Date: 22/04/2021
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application, subject to the
recommendations in the Tree Report being adhered to
x. Application No: 21/00137/LBC
Location: 26 Melville Street, Ryde, PO33 2AN
Proposal: Listed Building Consent for proposed alterations to include removal
of
old/damaged plaster work to internal walls
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde North East
Decision Date: 23/04/2021
Ryde Town Council raised no objection to this application
2. APPLICATIONS REFUSED
Application No: 21/00442/FUL
Location: 68 High Street, Ryde, PO33 2RJ
Proposal: Change of use of retail area on ground floor to form additional residential
accommodation for existing dwelling
Parish: Ryde Ward: Ryde South
Decision Date: 22/04/2021
Ryde Town Council objected to the application on the following grounds:
1. The granting of such an application would be inappropriate within a ground
level commercial location. It would set a precedent for the change of use class
in the Town Centre boundary area, of which this within, and have a detrimental
effect on the town's retail and commercial activity.
2. The granting of the application to convert to residential use from commercial
use would be prior to the outcome of the Government Consultation on
Extension of Permitted Development Rights to Support Housing Delivery and
Public Service Infrastructure and would therefore pre-empt any decision on
government policy.
3. The proposal is contrary to Ryde Town Council's Position Statement and the
Ryde Place Plan. In addition it is contrary to current Isle of Wight Council
Planning Policy DM9 regarding change of use to non-retail at ground level
within town centre boundaries. The application has not demonstrated that it
would not have a significant adverse effect on the retail function, design,
character, vitality and viability of the town centre.
4. The property falls within the Ryde Heritage Action Zone which is at present
preparing a shop front design code.
5. The proposals include the installation of plastic / UPVC windows on the front
elevation despite the property being within a conservation area.
RESOLVED:
THAT the decisions taken by the Isle of Wight Council since the last meeting
be noted.
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65/21 DATE OF NEXT MEETING
RESOLVED:
THAT the next meeting of the Planning, Regeneration and Environment
Committee will be held on Tuesday, 25 May 2021 (subject to the calendar of
council meetings being approved on 17 May 2021 at the Annual Council
meeting) at a time, place and method to be advised.
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