Present at the meeting:
- Councillor P Prescott (Chairman)
- Councillor J Hilton (Vice Chairman)
- Councillor Mrs J Beswick
- Councillor B Bowen
- Councillor W Carney
- Councillor R Clayton
- Councillor G A Fairhurst
- Councillor Mrs S J Greensmith
- Councillor Ms P L Holland
- Councillor Mrs Y Klieve
- Councillor P A Liptrot
- Councillor Mrs J Prescott
- Councillor J Talbot
5 Apologies for absence: Councillor J Ellis
6 Minutes: The minutes of the meeting of this Committee held on 26 May 2009 were approved as a correct record.
7 Planning appeals: The Committee considered a report setting out the following appeals which had been lodged since 5 May 2009. The number of during the financial year 2009/10 was 4.
| Application No and Date Appeal Lodged |
Development, Location, Ward and Appellant |
Officer’s Recommendation |
Committee or Delegated Decision and Method of Dealing with Appeal |
|
A/08/71996
5/27/2009 |
To lay out permanent vehicular footpath crossing.
263 Wigan Road Leigh WN7 5DP (Leigh West) Mr. D C Kenyon |
Refuse |
Delegated
Written Representation |
|
A/08/72241
5/26/2009 |
To erect 21 no. dwellinghouses and 43 no. apartments in 2 no. 3 storey blocks with parking below together with single storey undertakers following demolition of existing buildings
Rear of 24-82 Preston Road Standish WN6 0HS (Standish with Langtree) Hytech Property Developments Ltd |
Refuse |
Delegated
Informal Hearing |
|
A/08/72354
5/12/2009 |
Certificate of Lawfulness for proposed development; to repair storm damage and restore barn structure to previous condition and to convert barn to dwelling
Amberswood Barn Manchester Road, Ince WN2 3DR (Hindley) Mr Dane Thorpe |
Refuse LUC |
Delegated
Written Representation |
|
A/09/72631
6/4/2009 |
To retain sub-division of dwellinghouse to form 2no. dwellinghouses with associated parking and access (Retrospective Application).
1 Westbury Avenue Winstanley Wigan WN3 6HW (Winstanley) Mr P Bell |
Refuse |
Delegated
Written Representation |
Notifications had been received from the Department of Communities and Local Government that the under-mentioned appeals had been determined as follows:-
Appeals Dismissed
| Application No |
Development, Location, Ward and Appellant |
Officer’s Recommendation |
Committee or Delegated Decision |
| A/08/70996 |
To retain use of land as extended garden curtilage (Retrospective Application)
Land Adjacent 2 Belvedere Road,Ashton-In-Makerfield, Wigan, WN4 8RU (Ashton) Mr & Mrs Morris |
Refuse |
Delegated |
| A/08/71112 |
Outline Application for residential development together with means of access (All other matters reserved)
Ashtons Tenement Farm 11 Bickershaw Lane, Bickershaw, WN2 5PL (Abram) Mr D Owen |
Refuse |
Delegated |
| A/08/71782 |
To extend dwellinghouse; two storey to side together with single storey to front and rear following demolition of existing garage.
8 Devon Close, Aspull, Wigan WN2 1XX (Aspull New Springs Whelley) Mr C Bowen |
Refuse |
Delegated |
8 Planning proposals: The Committee considered planning and related applications, which had been submitted to the Council. Reports and associated documentation and representations had been circulated with the agenda.
Resolved:
(1) The decisions of the Committee on the planning and related applications are as set out in the schedule attached;
(2) In respect of applications A/09/72441, first Phase of full restoration of Mesnes Park, its buildings, structures and features and new facilities including play zone, play shack and for site services and A/09/72451LB, first Phase of full restoration of Mesnes Park, its buildings, structures and features, the Committee authorises the Executive Director of Environmental Services to forward the application to the Secretary of State in accordance with Regulation 13 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Regulations 1990 and Section 12 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 and indicate that the Local Planning Authority would be minded to approve the application subject to conditions.
(3) In respect of applications A/09/72444, partial demolition of existing buildings followed by conversion of remaining buildings into residential uses and erection of 5 no. buildings resulting in the creation of 295 residential units and 700m2 of office accommodation, A/09/72448LB , Listed Building consent for the partial demolition and conversion of existing buildings and the erection of 5 no. buildings, forming 295 residential units and 700 m2 of office accommodation and A/09/72449CA, conservation area consent for the part demolition and conversion of the existing mill buildings into residential use and the demolition of the existing building and erection of office building, the Committee delegates power to the Executive Director of Environmental Services to approve the applications subject to the conditions listed below following the entering of a Section 106 Agreement under the following heads of terms;
- provision of affordable housing units on the site and a financial contribution towards securing affordable housing provision;
- A financial contribution towards off site public open space and play equipment;
- to secure the provision of off site works within Mesnes Park relating to landscaping, railings and a disabled/cycle access link into the site;
- financial contribution for off site highway works; and
- financial contribution of £2,500 to cover the costs arising from first 5 years of monitoring the travel plan by Wigan Council.
Applications Approved, Rejected or Deferred by Committtee
Planning applications:
A/09/72441 First Phase of full restoration of Mesnes Park, its buildings, structures and features and new facilities including play zone, play shack and for site services.
Location: Mesnes Park, off Mesnes Park Terrace, Wigan (Wigan Central Ward)
Applicant: Mr A Bond
33 letters of objection received from local residents, including Councillor G W Fairhurst.
Decision: APPROVED (see also minute 8(2))
Conditions:
1. With the exception of the detailed matters referred to by the conditions of this consent, the development hereby approved shall be carried out in accordance with the details shown on plan references below or any other plan agreed in writing as a working amendment by the Local Planning Authority;
- BH-FIGURE 4 (Phase 1 Works)
- 2003-01_101 Rev A Pavilion Proposed Ground Floor Plan
- 2003-01_102 Rev A Pavilion Proposed First Floor Plan
- 2003-01_103 Rev A Pavilion Proposed Roof Plan
- 2003-01_104 Rev A Pavilion Proposed South Elevation.
- 2003-01_105 Rev A Pavilion Proposed West Elevation.
- 2003-01_106 Rev A Pavilion Proposed East Elevation.
- 2003-01_107 Rev A Pavilion Proposed North Elevation.
- 2003-02_101 Rev A Bandstand Proposed Plans
- 2003-02_102 Rev A Bandstand Proposed Elevations
- 2003-02_103 Rev A Bandstand Proposed Section A-A and Perspective
- 2003-04a_101 Rev A Upper South Dalton Steps Proposed
- 2003-04b_101 Rev A Lower South Dalton Steps Proposed
- 2003-04c_101 Rev A Upper West Dalton Steps Proposed
- 2003-04d_101 Rev A Lower West Dalton Steps Proposed.
- 2003-9a_101 Rev A Meter Housing Building Proposed Location Plan.
- 2003-9a_102 Rev B Meter Housing Building Proposed Plan & Elevations.
- 2003-11_101 Rev A Coalbrookdale Fountain Proposed
- 2003-13_101 Rev A Shelter Proposed
- 2003-16b_101 Rev A Pulham Rockwork Proposed
- 2003-17_101 Rev A Playshack Proposed Plans
- 2003-17_102 Rev A Playshack Proposed Elevations and Section
- 2003-14 _101 Rev B Powell Monument Proposed Plan
- 2003-14 _102 Rev B Powell Monument Proposed Elevations
- Soft Landscape Drawings
- 1C0101 – Design Layout Analysis
- 1C0102 – Key Views
- 1C0103 – Hierarchy of Historic Vegetation treatment
- 1C0104 - Vegetation Treatment Overview
- 1C0105 – Soft Landscape layout.
- 1C0106 – Pulham planting schedule
- 1C0107 – Bedding Schedule
- 1C0108 – Hedge Detail to Bandstand
- 1C0109 – Bridgeman Terrace Cross Section
- 1C0110 – Shelter Cross Section
- 1C0111 – Lake Islands Cross Section
- 1C0112 – Lake Edge Cross Section
- 1C0113 – College entrance cross section
- 1C0114 – Pavilion and structural backdrop cross section
- 1C0115 – Pavilion, bandstand & playshack Cross section
- 1C0116 – Pavilion, bandstand & playshack 2 cross section
- 1C0117 – Rear of Lodge Cross Section
- 1C0118 – Rose Garden Cross Section
- 1C0119 – Soft landscape existing
- 1C0121 – Soft landscape proposals
- Play Area Drawing
- PR_08_01g – Play Area Proposal
2. Before any works commence in pursuance of this consent, a comprehensive and detailed schedule of works, together with detailed drawings and a schedule of materials (including colours and finishes) shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The schedule and drawings shall include all proposed work to glazing, windows, doors, brickwork stonework, including bonding and plaster jointing, timber work (including jointing), ironwork, plasterwork, roof material and rainwater goods and shall include details of design and appearance.
3. Notwithstanding the details shown on the approved plans and application particulars, no works to footpaths, areas of hard landscaping, the Dalton Steps or external seating areas adjacent to the Pavilion shall take place until details of surfacing materials have been submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be undertaken in accordance with such approved details.
4. Notwithstanding the details submitted with the application, no works to the Pavilion shall take place until a Method Statement has been submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority which includes details of the cleaning methodology for existing materials; pointing; replacement of brickwork and terracotta work/tiles/ panels; the removal and replacement of internal/external metal work. The restoration scheme shall be undertaken in accordance with the approved details.
5. Notwithstanding the details submitted with the application, no works to the Pavilion shall take place until a scheme of measures to secure windows and doors of the building have been submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be undertaken in accordance with such approved details.
6. Notwithstanding the details submitted with the application, no works to the Pavilion shall take place until details of a Mechanical and Electrical Strategy have been submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be undertaken in accordance with such approved details.
7. Notwithstanding the details submitted with the application, the restoration of the Powell Monument shall not commence until a Method Statement detailing bronze cleaning and rebronzing methodology has been submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The restoration scheme shall be undertaken in accordance with the approved details.
8. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the recommendations as set out within the Bat Report prepared by the Tyrer Partnership
Ecology Consultants dated 20.09.2008.
9. Notwithstanding the particulars accompanying the application, and before any restoration works commence, a scheme for the enhancement of the biodiversity of Mesnes Park which should include a range of measures such as bat roosting and bird nesting opportunities, habitat creation and/or enhancement and the management of such features, shall be submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be undertaken in accordance with such approved details.
10. Notwithstanding the details shown on the approved plans and application particulars, no work to the Pavilion shall take place until a detailed scheme for the insertion of dummy doors within unused door entrances, have been submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be undertaken in accordance with such approved details.
11. Notwithstanding any details as shown on the submitted drawings the Planning Permission hereby approved does not convey approval for the relocation of the Boer War Memorial Plinth due to the historic significance of its current siting and the inappropriateness of the proposed relocation.
12. Prior to the installation of play equipment in the positions shown on drawing PR_08_01g - Play Area Proposal, details of its design, specification, materials and colour shall be submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be undertaken in accordance with such approved details.
Reasons:
1. For the avoidance of doubt, and having regard to Policy EV3A of the replacement Wigan UDP.
2. To ensure that the external appearance of the buildings is satisfactory, having regard to Policies EV3A, EV4A, EV4B, EV4D of the replacement Wigan UDP.
3. To ensure the provision of satisfactory surfacing which can assimilate with its surroundings, having regard to Policies EV3A, EV3D, EV4A, EV4B and EV4D of the replacement Wigan UDP.
4. To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory, having regard to Policy EV3A, EV4A, EV4B, EV4D of the replacement Wigan UDP.
5. To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory, having regard to Policies EV3A, EV4A, EV4B, EV4D of the replacement Wigan UDP.
6. To preserve the character and appearance of the Listed Building having regard to Policy EV4B of the replacement Wigan UDP.
7. To ensure that the details of the development are satisfactory, having regard to Policies EV3A, EV4A, EV4B and EV4D of the replacement Wigan UDP.
8. To safeguard protected species and their habitat in accordance with Policy EV2D of the Replacement Wigan UDP.
9. To secure an enhancement of the biodiversity of the Mesnes Park with regard to Policies EV2 and EV2D of the Replacement Wigan UDP.
10. To preserve the character and appearance of the Listed Building having regard to Policy EV4B of the replacement Wigan UDP.
11. To preserve the character and setting of the Listed Structure having regard to Policies EV4A, EV4B and EV4D of the Wigan Replacement Unitary Development Plan.
12. To ensure that the details of the development are satisfactory, having regard to Policies EV3A, EV4A, EV4B and EV4D of the replacement Wigan UDP.
(Councillor G A Fairhurst declared a personal interest in this item as he is a member of English Heritage.)
A/09/72451LB First Phase of full restoration of Mesnes Park, its buildings, structures and features.
Location: Mesnes Park, Mesnes Park Terrace, Wigan (Wigan Central Ward)
Applicant: Mr A Bond
33 letters of objection received from local residents, including Councillor G W Fairhurst.
Decision: APPROVED (see also minute 8(2))
Conditions:
1. With the exception of the detailed matters referred to by the conditions of this consent, the development hereby approved shall be carried out in accordance with the details shown on plan references below or any other plan agreed in writing as a working amendment by the Local Planning Authority;
- BH-FIGURE 4 (Phase 1 Works)
- 2003-01_101 Rev A Pavilion Proposed Ground Floor Plan
- 2003-01_102 Rev A Pavilion Proposed First Floor Plan
- 2003-01_103 Rev A Pavilion Proposed Roof Plan
- 2003-01_104 Rev A Pavilion Proposed South Elevation.
- 2003-01_105 Rev A Pavilion Proposed West Elevation.
- 2003-01_106 Rev A Pavilion Proposed East Elevation.
- 2003-01_107 Rev A Pavilion Proposed North Elevation.
- 2003-02_101 Rev A Bandstand Proposed Plans
- 2003-02_102 Rev A Bandstand Proposed Elevations
- 2003-02_103 Rev A Bandstand Proposed Section A-A and Perspective
- 2003-04a_101 Rev A Upper South Dalton Steps Proposed
- 2003-04b_101 Rev A Lower South Dalton Steps Proposed
- 2003-04c_101 Rev A Upper West Dalton Steps Proposed
- 2003-04d_101 Rev A Lower West Dalton Steps Proposed.
- 2003-9a_101 Rev A Meter Housing Building Proposed Location Plan.
- 2003-9a_102 Rev B Meter Housing Building Proposed Plan & Elevations.
- 2003-11_101 Rev A Coalbrookdale Fountain Proposed
- 2003-13_101 Rev A Shelter Proposed
- 2003-16b_101 Rev A Pulham Rockwork Proposed
- 2003-17_101 Rev A Playshack Proposed Plans
- 2003-17_102 Rev A Playshack Proposed Elevations and Section
- 2003-14 _101 Rev B Powell Monument Proposed Plan
- 2003-14 _102 Rev B Powell Monument Proposed Elevations
- Soft Landscape Drawings
- 1C0101 – Design Layout Analysis
- 1C0102 – Key Views
- 1C0103 – Hierarchy of Historic Vegetation treatment
- 1C0104 – Vegetation Treatment Overview
- 1C0105 – Soft Landscape layout.
- 1C0106 – Pulham planting schedule
- 1C0107 – Bedding Schedule
- 1C0108 – Hedge Detail to Bandstand
- 1C0109 – Bridgeman Terrace Cross Section
- 1C0110 – Shelter Cross Section
- 1C0111 – Lake Islands Cross Section
- 1C0112 – Lake Edge Cross Section
- 1C0113 – College entrance cross section
- 1C0114 – Pavilion and structural backdrop cross section
- 1C0115 – Pavilion, bandstand & playshack Cross section
- 1C0116 – Pavilion, bandstand & playshack 2 cross section
- 1C0117 – Rear of Lodge Cross Section
- 1C0118 – Rose Garden Cross Section
- 1C0119 – Soft landscape existing
- 1C0121 – Soft landscape proposals
- Play Area Drawing
- PR_08_01g – Play Area Proposal
2. Before any works commence in pursuance of this consent, a comprehensive and detailed schedule of works, together with detailed drawings and a schedule of materials (including colours and finishes) shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The schedule and drawings shall include all proposed work to glazing, windows, doors, brickwork stonework, including bonding and plaster jointing, timber work (including jointing), ironwork, plasterwork, roof material and rainwater goods and shall include details of design and appearance.
3. Notwithstanding the details shown on the approved plans and application particulars, no works to footpaths, areas of hard landscaping, the Dalton Steps or external seating areas adjacent to the Pavilion shall take place until details of surfacing materials have been submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be undertaken in accordance with such approved details.
4. Notwithstanding the details submitted with the application, no works to the Pavilion shall take place until a Method Statement has been submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority which includes details of the cleaning methodology for existing materials; pointing; replacement of brickwork and terracotta work/tiles/ panels; the removal and replacement of internal/external metal work. The restoration scheme shall be undertaken in accordance with the approved details.
5. Notwithstanding the details submitted with the application, no works to the Pavilion shall take place until a scheme of measures to secure windows and doors of the building have been submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be undertaken in accordance with such approved details.
6. Notwithstanding the details submitted with the application, no works to the Pavilion shall take place until details of a Mechanical and Electrical Strategy have been submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be undertaken in accordance with such approved details.
7. Notwithstanding the details submitted with the application, the restoration of the Powell Monument shall not commence until a Method Statement detailing bronze cleaning and rebronzing methodology has been submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The restoration scheme shall be undertaken in accordance with the approved details.
8. Notwithstanding the details shown on the approved plans and application particulars, no work to the Pavilion shall take place until a detailed scheme for the insertion of dummy doors within unused door entrances, have been submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be undertaken in accordance with such approved details.
9. Notwithstanding any details as shown on the submitted drawings the Planning Permission hereby approved does not convey approval for the relocation of the Boer War Memorial Plinth due to the historic significance of its current siting and the inappropriateness of the proposed relocation.
Reasons:
1. For the avoidance of doubt, and having regard to Policy EV3A of the replacement Wigan UDP.
2. To ensure that the external appearance of the buildings is satisfactory, having regard to Policies EV3A, EV4A, EV4B, EV4D of the replacement Wigan UDP.
3. To ensure the provision of satisfactory surfacing which can assimilate with its surroundings, having regard to Policies EV3A, EV3D, EV4A, EV4B and EV4D of the replacement Wigan UDP
4. To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory, having regard to Policy EV3A, EV4A, EV4B, EV4D of the replacement Wigan UDP.
5. To ensure that the external appearance of the building is satisfactory, having regard to Policies EV3A, EV4A, EV4B, EV4D of the replacement Wigan UDP.
6. To preserve the character and appearance of the listed building having regard to Policy EV4B of the replacement Wigan UDP.
7. To ensure that the details of the development are satisfactory, having regard to Policies EV3A, EV4A, EV4B and EV4D of the replacement Wigan UDP.
8. To preserve the character and appearance of the Listed Building having regard to Policy EV4B of the replacement Wigan UDP.
9. To preserve the character and setting of the Listed Structure having regard to Policies EV4A, EV4B and EV4D of the Wigan Replacement Unitary Development Plan.
(Councillor G A Fairhurst declared a personal interest in this item as he is a member of English Heritage.)
A/09/72444 Partial demolition of existing buildings followed by conversion of remaining buildings into residential uses and erection of 5 buildings resulting in the creation of 295 residential units and 700m2 of office accommodation.
Location: Former Pagefield Campus, Wigan and Leigh College, Walkden Avenue, Wigan (Wigan Central Ward)
Applicant: Mr M Naylor
10 Letters of objection received from local residents. Letters of objection received from Councillor H L Cadman and Mrs J M Peet.
Decision: APPROVED (see also minute 8(3))
Conditions:
1. With the exception of the detailed matters referred to by the conditions of this consent, the development hereby approved shall be carried out in accordance with the details shown on plan references;
- 8943/54E - Demolition plan
- 8943/109S - Site plan
- 8943/118D,119D, 120C, 121C,123G,1243F, 125F,126B & 127A - Block A
- 8943/66D,67C,68C,70C,82,83C,60G,61H,55E,131C - Block B
- 8943/89C, 132B - Block C
- 8943/88F - Block D
- 8943/92H, 93H, 116C, 18Q, E-ap0, E-ap02 & E-ap03 - Block E
- 8943/110D, 111E - Block F
- 8943/112C, 113C & 114D - Block G
- 8943/107D & 105C - Block H
Or any other plan agreed in writing as a working amendment by the Local Planning Authority.
2. Before the commencement of any part of the development within an agreed phase of the approved phasing strategy (required by Condition 24), particulars/samples of the materials to be used for the external walls and roof shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be constructed only in accordance with the approved materials.
3. Before any works commence in pursuance of this consent, A method statement specifying the details of the steps and precautions to be taken to secure the safety and stability of the remaining/adjoining listed Weaving Sheds in the course of the works shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority, and such steps and precautions shall be undertaken in full prior to commencement of demolition and maintained until completion of the works.
4. Notwithstanding the submitted drawings and particulars, prior to the commencement of any works comprising the installation or repair of external windows, doors and the construction of the glazed roof top additions and lightwells to the Mill and Pumphouse, specification plans at a scale not exceeding 1 in 20, including details of materials, frame design, colour, texture, and reveals, shall be submitted for the written approval of the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be implemented fully in accordance with the approved details.
5. Notwithstanding the details submitted with the application, no works shall take place until a Method Statement has been submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority which identifies all areas of replacement brickwork and stonework to all existing buildings and structures, and includes details of materials, mortar mix and pointing. The development shall be undertaken in accordance with the approved details and method statement
6. Notwithstanding the details submitted with the application, no works to the Mill, Weaving Sheds and Pumpsouse shall take place until details of a Mechanical and Electrical Strategy have been submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be undertaken in accordance with such approved details.
7. Notwithstanding the details submitted with the application, no works shall take place until a structural assessment report and Method Statement has been submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority for the restoration of the railway arches over the reservoir (lodge). The restoration scheme shall be undertaken in accordance with the approved details.
8. Before any part of the development hereby approved is commenced, details of cross-sections of rainwater goods shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The details shall be shown on 1:20 scale drawings unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out only in accordance with the approved details.
9. No development shall take place until there has been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority, a plan indicating the positions, design, materials and type of boundary treatment to be erected. The boundary treatment shall be completed before any of the buildings are first occupied or in accordance with a timetable agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
10. Notwithstanding the drawings and particulars submitted with the application, prior to their installation full details of the design, location and operation of all security gates shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority
11. Notwithstanding the details shown on the approved plans, details of surfacing materials for car parking areas, vehicular and pedestrian accesses and circulation areas (Including the decking around the lodge) shall be submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority prior to the commencement of the development. The development shall be constructed only in accordance with the approved surfacing materials and the approved phasing strategy (as required by Condition 24).
12. The site shall be treated in accordance with a landscape scheme to be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority before any part of the development is commenced and all works in accordance with the scheme shall be completed within a period of 12 months from the date on which development in accordance with the permission hereby granted is first commenced, or such longer period as may be agreed by the Local Planning Authority, having regard to planting seasons, such landscape scheme to include the planting of live trees and the treatment of forecourts, paving and boundary fences. All planting shall be maintained for a period of 5 years from the agreed date of planting.
13. Notwithstanding the submitted drawings and particulars, prior to the commencement in occupation of any of the units hereby granted permission, details of secure storage facilities and bin storage facilities for the development, shall be submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Such approved cycle storage and bin storage facilities shall be fully provided before the commencement in use of the development unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority.
14. Notwithstanding the submitted details and approved drawings, the development hereby approved shall not be brought into use until areas for the movement, loading, unloading and parking of vehicles have been provided, constructed, drained and surfaced in complete accordance with a scheme to be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development Order) 1995 (or any order revoking or re-enacting that order with or without modification), these areas shall remain available at all times for this purpose unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority.
15. Notwithstanding the travel plan document which has accompanied the planning application, and to accord with Wigan Council’s Travel Plans Supplementary Planning Document, prior to the first occupation of the development hereby approved unless otherwise agreed by the Local Planning Authority in writing, details of a Travel Plan shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The Travel Plan shall show measures to reduce the need to travel to and from the site by private transport and the timing of such measures. The plan shall be implemented in accordance with the details as approved.
16. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the recommendations as set out within the Bat Report (11.02.08) and Ecological Assessment (18/04/08) prepared by Ecology Services UK Ltd , and prior to the commencement of development a scheme detailing the provision of further opportunities for bat roosting within the development, including bat boxes, shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be undertaken in accordance with such approved details.
17. Before the development hereby approved is brought into use all plant and machinery shall be enclosed with sound insulating material in accordance with a scheme previously agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority.
18. Before the development hereby approved is commenced, a scheme for protecting the proposed development from noise from road traffic, rail traffic, Wigan & Leigh College. electricity sub-stations and activities within Mesnes Park shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Any works which form part of the scheme shall be completed before any of the buildings of the development are first occupied within an agreed phase of the approved phasing strategy (as required by Condition 24).
19. Before the development hereby approved is occupied a scheme of insulation of within the Mill between the gym and apartments shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority and shall be carried out in accordance with the approved scheme before first occupancy.
20. No development shall be started until an investigation and assessment of the nature and extent of any contamination of the site has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The assessment shall identify any remedial measures required to deal with any hazards identified and such measures shall be implemented before the first occupation of any of the buildings within an agreed phase of the approved phasing strategy (as required by Condition 24).
21. Prior to the commencement of development a scheme detailing the measures to control and monitor dust emissions from the site during construction work shall be submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shalll be carried out in accordance with such approved measures.
22. No development or demolition shall take place until an archaeological building survey has been undertaken and a detailed archival report has been produced on that survey in accordance with a written scheme of investigation which has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority.
23. No development or demolition shall take place until the applicant has secured the implementation of an archaeological watching brief during demolition. The watching brief shall be undertaken in accordance with a written scheme of investigation which has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority.
24. Full details of the phasing strategy of the implementation of development hereby approved, which specifies that the first phase(s) shall relate to works in relation to the listed Mill. Weaving Sheds and Pumphouses, shall be submitted to, and approved in writing by Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the phasing details approved under this condition unless otherwise as agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority.
Reasons:
1. For the avoidance of doubt, and having regard to Policy EV3A of the replacement Wigan UDP.
2. To ensure that the external appearance of the buildings is satisfactory, having regard to Policies EV3A, EV4A, EV4B, EV4D of the replacement Wigan UDP
3. To preserve the listed building in accordance with Policies EV3A, EV4A,and EV4B, of the replacement Wigan UDP
4. To ensure that the external appearance of the buildings is satisfactory, having regard to Policies EV3A, EV4A, EV4B, EV4D of the replacement Wigan UDP
5. To ensure that the external appearance of the buildings is satisfactory, having regard to Policies EV3A, EV4A, EV4B, EV4D of the replacement Wigan UDP
6. To preserve the character and appearance of the Listed Building having regard to Policy EV4B of the replacement Wigan UDP.
7. To ensure that details of the development are satisfactory, having regard to Policies EV3A, EV4A, and EV4B of the replacement Wigan UDP
8. To ensure that the external appearance of the buildings is satisfactory, having regard to Policies EV3A, EV4A, and EV4B of the replacement Wigan UDP
9. To help to assimilate the proposed development into its surroundings, having regard to Policy EV3A, EV4A, EV4B and EV4D of the replacement Wigan UDP.
10. To ensure that the development would be accessible by disabled persons and that the security gates would be of an appropriate design and appearance having regard to Policies A1C, EV3A, EV4A, EV4B and EV4D of the replacement Wigan UDP.
11. To help to assimilate the proposed development into its surroundings, having regard to Policies EV3A, EV4A, EV4B and EV4D of the replacement Wigan UDP.
12. To help to assimilate the proposed development into its surroundings, having regard to Policy EV3D of the replacement Wigan UDP.
13. To ensure the provision of satisfactory bin storage facilities and to encourage the use of modes of transport other than the private car, in accordance with Policies R1D, R1G, EV3A and A1S of the replacement Wigan UDP.
14. To allow for vehicles visiting the site to be parked clear of the public highway, in accordance with Policies A1R and A1S of the replacement Wigan UDP.
15. To reduce the need to travel to and from the site by private transport in accordance with UDP Policy A1B and Travel Plans Supplementary Planning Document and in order to promote sustainable modes of travel to and from the site, and to reduce reliance on the private car.
16. To secure an enhancement of the biodiversity of the site and to safeguard protected species and their habitat in accordance with Policy EV2D of the Replacement Wigan UDP.
17. The insulation of plant and machinery which generate high levels of noise will reduce the impact of the proposal on existing development in the vicinity, in accordance with Policies EV1B and G1A of the replacement Wigan UDP.
18. To provide an acceptable level of noise both within the proposed dwellings and the residential area generally, in accordance with Policies R1D and G1A of the replacement Wigan UDP.
19. To safeguard the amenities of the adjoining premises and the area generally, having regard to Policy G1A of the replacement Wigan UDP.
20. To ensure that any contamination is investigated and treated to the satisfaction of the Local Planning Authority, during the carrying out of the development as required by Policy EV1B of the replacement Wigan UDP.
21. To safeguard the amenities of the adjoining premises and the area generally, having regard to Policy G1A of the replacement Wigan UDP.
22. The Local Planning Authority considers the site is of archaeological interest and wishes to secure the satisfactory removal of the archaeological remains and/or recording of the subsequent findings, as required by Policy EV4E of the replacement Wigan UDP.
23. The Local Planning Authority considers the site is of archaeological interest and wishes to secure the satisfactory removal of the archaeological remains and/or recording of the subsequent findings, as required by Policy EV4E of the replacement Wigan UDP.
24. To ensure that the development secures the preservation of listed buildings within the site, having regard to Policy EV3A, EVAB and EV4B of the replacement Wigan UDP.
(Councillor G A Fairhurst declared a personal interest in this item as he is a member of English Heritage.)
A/09/72448LB Listed Building consent for the partial demolition and conversion of existing buildings and the erection of 5 buildings, forming 295 residential units and 700m2 of office accommodation
Location: Former Pagefield Campus, Wigan and Leigh College, Walkden Avenue, Wigan (Wigan Central Ward)
Applicant: Mr M Naylor
10 Letters of objection received from local residents. Letters of objection received from Councillor H L Cadman and Mrs J M Peet.
Decision: APPROVED (see also minute 8(3))
Conditions:
1. With the exception of the detailed matters referred to by the conditions of this consent, the development hereby approved shall be carried out in accordance with the details shown on plan references;
8943/54E - Demolition plan
8943/109S - Site plan
8943/118D,119D, 120C, 121C,123G,1243F, 125F,126B & 127A - Block A
8943/66D,67C,68C,70C,82,83C,60G,61H,55E,131C - Block B
8943/107D & 105C - Block H
or any other plan agreed in writing as a working amendment by the Local Planning Authority.
2. Before any part of the development hereby approved is commenced, particulars/samples of the materials to be used for the external walls and roof shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be constructed only in accordance with the approved materials.
3. Before any works commence in pursuance of this consent, A method statement specifying the details of the steps and precautions to be taken to secure the safety and stability of the remaining/adjoining listed Weaving Sheds in the course of the works shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority, and such steps and precautions shall be undertaken in full prior to commencement of demolition and maintained until completion of the works.
4. Notwithstanding the submitted drawings and particulars, prior to the commencement of any works comprising the installation or repair of external windows, doors and the construction of the glazed roof top additions and light wells to the Mill and Pumphouse, specification plans at a scale not exceeding 1 in 20, including details of materials, frame design, colour, texture, and reveals, shall be submitted for the written approval of the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be implemented fully in accordance with the approved details.
5. Notwithstanding the details submitted with the application, no works shall take place until a Method Statement has been submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority which identifies all areas of replacement brickwork and stonework to all existing buildings and structures, and includes details of materials, mortar mix and pointing. The development shall be undertaken in accordance with the approved details of a method statement.
6. Notwithstanding the details submitted with the application, no works to the Mill, Weaving Sheds and Pumphouse shall take place until details of a Mechanical and Electrical Strategy have been submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be undertaken in accordance with such approved details.
7. Notwithstanding the details submitted with the application, no works shall take place until a structural assessment report and Method Statement has been submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority for the restoration of the railway arches over the reservoir (lodge). The restoration scheme shall be undertaken in accordance with the approved details.
8. Before any part of the development hereby approved is commenced, details of cross-sections of rainwater goods shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The details shall be shown on 1:20 scale drawings unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out only in accordance with the approved details.
9. No development shall take place until there has been submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority a plan indicating the positions, design, materials and type of boundary treatment to be erected. The boundary treatment shall be completed before any of the buildings are first occupied or in accordance with a timetable agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details.
10. Notwithstanding the details submitted with the application, no works to the Mill shall take place until a Method Statement has been submitted to, and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority which includes details of the cleaning methodology of internal brickwork including paint removal, and the refurbishment of vaulted ceilings within the Mill building. The restoration scheme shall be undertaken in accordance with the approved details.
Reasons:
1. For the avoidance of doubt, and having regard to Policy EV3A of the replacement Wigan UDP.
2. To ensure that the external appearance of the buildings is satisfactory, having regard to Policies EV3A, EV4A, EV4B, EV4D of the replacement Wigan UDP.
3. To preserve the listed building in accordance with Policies EV3A, EV4A, and EV4B, of the replacement Wigan UDP.
4. To ensure that the external appearance of the buildings is satisfactory, having regard to Policies EV3A, EV4A, EV4B, EV4D of the replacement Wigan UDP.
5. To ensure that the external appearance of the buildings is satisfactory, having regard to Policies EV3A, EV4A, EV4B, EV4D of the replacement Wigan UDP.
6. To preserve the character and appearance of the Listed Building having regard to Policy EV4B of the replacement Wigan UDP.
7. To ensure that details of the development are satisfactory, having regard to Policies EV3A, EV4A, and EV4B of the replacement Wigan UDP.
8. To ensure that the external appearance of the buildings is satisfactory, having regard to Policies EV3A, EV4A, and EV4B of the replacement Wigan UDP.
9. To help to assimilate the proposed development into its surroundings, having regard to Policy EV3A, EV4A, EV4B and EV4D of the replacement Wigan UDP.
10. To preserve the character and appearance of the Listed Building having regard to Policy EV4B of the replacement Wigan UDP.
(Councillor G A Fairhurst declared a personal interest in this item as he is a member of English Heritage.)
A/09/72449CA Conservation area consent for the part demolition and conversion of the existing mill buildings into residential use and the demolition of the existing building and erection of office building
Location: Former Pagefield Campus, Wigan and Leigh College, Walkden Avenue, Wigan (Wigan Central Ward)
Applicant: Mr M Naylor
10 Letters of objection received from local residents. Letters of objection received from Councillor H L Cadman and Mrs J M Peet.
Decision: APPROVED (see also minute 8(3))
Condition: No demolition works shall be commenced until details have been submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority which demonstrates that the necessary financial and contractual arrangements are in place for the refurbishment of the external fabric of Pagefield Mill.
Reason: For the avoidance of doubt, and having regard to Policy EV3A of the replacement Wigan UDP.
(Councillor G A Fairhurst declared a personal interest in this item as he is a member of English Heritage.)
A/08/72286 To erect 4 retail units for A1, A2, A3 and A4 use, ramped access, installation of an ATM and associated parking and access.
Location: Land at Platt Street & Walthew Lane, Platt Bridge (Abram Ward)
Applicant: Great Central Development Ltd
Decision: Deferred for site visit
A/09/72867 To extend existing dwellinghouse - single storey to side new pitched roof over existing extension and erection of new garage and store after demolition of existing garage
Location: 22 Marmion Close, Lowton (Golborne and Lowton West Ward)
Applicant: Mr R Owen
No letters of objection received.
Decision: Approved
Conditions:
1. With the exception of the detailed matters referred to by the conditions of this consent, the development hereby approved shall be carried out in accordance with the details shown on plan reference Marm22/001/a and Marm22/002/a received on 18.05.2009 or any other plan agreed in writing as a working amendment by the Local Planning Authority.
2. The materials used on the external surfaces of the elevations and roofs shall match in colour, size, form and texture those on the existing building.
Reasons:
1. For the avoidance of doubt, and having regard to Policy EV3A of the replacement Wigan UDP.
2. To ensure that the external appearance of the buildings is satisfactory, having regard to Policy EV3A of the replacement Wigan UDP.
