WADHURST PARISH COUNCIL
MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMITTEE HELD ON Saturday  15 September  2007
Present : Cllrs Bell, Berger (Chairman), Kent, Mamlok, Standley, Ms H Whatmore
Apologies for absence from Cllr Mrs A Monaghan
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PLANNING APPLICATIONS CAN BE VIEWED here - but note the reference number before leaving this page!

WD/2007/2571/F  The Lodge, Buckland Hill, Cousley Wood
Proposed detached single storey garage/workshop

We strongly object for the following reasons. Firstly, the new access would undoubtedly involve the loss of a considerable amount of hedgerow to provide sight lines, which in itself would be regrettable but would also fully expose the building to passers by contrary to the agent’s claim under 3.5 of his submission. Secondly no explanation has been given as to why such an excessively large workshop is required and why it is located in what is considered to be an inappropriate position relative to the dwelling. Thirdly, aesthetically it is  very much out of character with existing Victorian buildings in the immediate vicinity contrary to the claim under 3.2 of the submission. Fourthly, it is considered that 2.4 of the submission grossly exaggerates the “danger”  of the crossroads as one of them is very rarely used and the visibility splays are more than adequate. Finally there is no reference in the application that the existing access is to be closed and presumably could still be used  for additional parking.

WD/2007/2554/F  Weald Hall, Mayfield Lane
Installation of extract duct and flue to serve plant to main kitchen to rear of property.

We object for the following reasons. Firstly, no explanation is given as to why the duct could not be installed for the main part internally. Clearly this would be preferable if possible.. Secondly, the long term appearance of the black insulation is questionable. Thirdly, clearly the ductwork will require some for of bracing which will do nothing to improve its appearance.

WD/2007/2492/F  The Holt, Station Hill.
Detached pavilion type building at rear of house

No objection but lateral stability is likely to be affected due to the lack of any diagonal bracing
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Cllr Price arrived at 09:45 to discuss the request by WDC for further information regarding possible housing sites. It was decided to convene a working party to meet at 09:30 in room 1 at The Institute next Saturday 22 September to finalise suggestions for submission to full council at their October meeting
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Planning Approval notices received from Wealden District Council

WD/2007/1769/F  Manor Cottage, Faircrouch Lane.  Extend dwelling and access drive
WD/2006/3344/F  Lodge Hill Farm, Coombe Lane. Replace dilapidated pole barn with new.
WD/2007/1883/F  Hook Farm Cottage, Bewl Bridge Lane.  2 storey extension with chimney stack
WD/2007/2107/F  Pygmy Farm, Churchsettle Lane.  Replacement dwelling.
WD/2007/2108/F  8 Fairview Cottages, Balaclava Lane. Single & 2 storey extensions. New party wall to form 2 self contained 3 storey dwellings

Planning Refusal Notices received from Wealden District Council

WD/2007/1953/LB & 1704/F  4 Mount Pleasant Cottages.  2 solar thermal collectors on south facing roof.

B S D Berger  Chairman   16 September 2007