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North Lanarkshire

Council

Planning Applications for consideration of Planning and Transportation Committee

Committee Date : 20th June 2010

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APPLICATIONS FOR PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

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Application No Applicant

20th July 2010

N/10/00478/FUL Mr David Kerr And Miss Amy Workman

N/10/00493/FUL Mr Mohammed Zahoor

N/10/00593/FUL North Lanarkshire Council

N/10/00646/FUL North Lanarkshire Leisure

N/10/00672/FUL North Lanarkshire Council

C/10/00330/LBC Ms Karen Wood

DevelopmentBite Recommendation

Construction of Dwellinghouse Grant 38 - 40 Glasgow Road Kilsyth Glasgow

Change of Use to Hot Food Take Away 14 Dorlin Road Cardowan Stepps Glasgow

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Residential Development Grant Land To West Of St Maurices High School North Road Condorrat Cumbernauld

Change of Use from Hospitality Suites (Class1 1) to Offices (Class 2) B roadwood Stadium 1 Ardgoil Drive Broadwood Cumbernauld Glasgow

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Formation of 8 Car Parking Spaces Site Adjacent To 18 - 24 Commonside Street Thrashbush Airdrie

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Formation of Velux Window, Re- Positioning of Extraction Flue, and Addition of Mezzanine Floor on 'B' Listed Building 21 Home Farm Court Shepford Place Coatbridge

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45 S/10/00471/FUL Dr Louise Eccles Formation of New Stable (Non- Grant Commercial) & Addition of New Footbridge to Rear of Dwelling house Allanton Mill Old Mill Road Allanton Shotts

52 S/10/00607/FUL Mr lain Telfer Change of use of Open Space to Private Garden Ground and Erection of Double Garage Millhouse Old Mill Road Allanton

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(P) 10/0033O/LBC; If minded to grant, application must be referred to Historic Scotland

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Application No:

N/10/00478/FUL

Proposed Development: Construction of Dwellinghouse

Site Address:

38 - 40 Glasgow Road Kilsyth G65 9AD

Date Registered:

17th May 201 0

Applicant: Mr David Kerr And Miss Amy Workman 38 - 40 Glasgow Road Kilsyth G65 9AD

Application Level: Local Application

Ward: 001 Kilsyth Mark Griffin, Jean Jones, David Key,

Agent: JSK Designs Edgemount Parkburn Road Kilsyth G65 9DG

Contrary to Development Plan: No

Representations: 3 letters of representation received.

Recommendation: Approve Subject to Conditions

Reasoned Justification: The development accords with the Kilsyth Local Plan 1999 in that the proposal will not have an adverse affect on the character and amenity of the surrounding residential area. A house on this site will satisfactorily relate to Corrie Road.

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That the development hereby permitted shall be started within three years of the date of this permission.

Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 as amended by Planning Etc (Scotland) Act 2006

That, except as may otherwise be agreed in writing by the Planning Authority, the development shall be implemented in accordance with drawing numbers: Sheet 1 (revised) to Sheet 8 (revised) inclusive.

Reason: To clarify the drawings on which this approval of permission is founded.

That before the development hereby permitted starts, full details of the facing materials to be used on all external walls and roofs shall be submitted to, and approved in writing by the Planning Authority.

Reason: To enable the Planning Authority to consider these aspects in detail.

That before the dwellinghouse hereby permitted is occupied 4 car parking spaces shall be provided within the curtilage of the plot and out with the public road or footway, and thereafter shall be maintained as parking spaces.

Reason: To ensure the provision of adequate parking facilities within the site.

That the development hereby permitted shall not start until a Notice of Initiation has been submitted to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority.

Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 as amended by Planning Etc (Scotland) Act 2006

That within 4 weeks of the development hereby permitted being occupied or brought into use a Notice of Completion shall be submitted to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority.

Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 as amended by Planning Etc (Scotland) Act 2006, to monitor the development and to enable the Planning Authority to retain effective control.

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Backaround Papers:

Representation Letters

On line representation from Mr Robert Kay 104 Stirling Road Kilsyth G65 OHY received 7'h June 2010 On line representation from Mrs Dorothy Stevenson Garrell House 36 Glasgow Road Kilsyth G65 9AD received 7'h June 201 0 On line representation from Mr Scott Johnston 10 Duntreath Terrace Kilsyth G65 OAA received 8'h June 201 0.

Consultation Responses:

Traffic & Transportation (Northern Area) Memo received 5th July 201 0.

Contact Information:

Any person wishing to inspect these documents should contact Mr Gordon Arthur at 01236 61 6475

Report Date:

Sth July 2010

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APPLICATION NO. N/10/00478/FUL

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Site Description

The application site lies in the rear garden area of number 38 to 40 Glasgow Road Kilsyth which is located within an established residential area. This detached dwelling (now subdivided into a flatted dwelling) dates from the late Victorian/early Edwardian period and has a large front and rear garden. The site slopes from the rear of the garden towards the existing house. The house itself forms part of a relatively unspoiled collective of buildings of similar age and style which front on to Glasgow Road. It is proposed that the new dwelling will front on to and take access from Corrie Road. Beyond the rear garden boundary the opposite side of Corrie Road is characterised by modern two storey terraced dwelling houses.

Proposed Development

This application is for planning permission for a detached house fronting on to Corrie Road, on land in the rear garden area of 38-40 Glasgow Road Kilsyth. The plot measures 384 square metres with a built footprint covering just under 40%. It is noted that the redline boundary denoting plot size has been reduced since the granting of permission in principle granted gth December 2009.This gives rise to a slightly more restricted area for development.

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The applicant submitted a previous application 09/00918/PPP Erection of Detached Dwelling (in principle). This application was subsequently withdrawn due to land ownership issues on 1 6th October 2009.A resubmitted application 09/01 17O/PPP Construction of Dwellinghouse (ln-Principle) was subsequently granted on the gth December 2009.

Development Plan

The application raises no strategic issues and can therefore be assessed in terms of Local Plan policies. In terms of the Kilsyth Local Plan 1999, the site lies within an existing residential area where Polices HG3-5 (New Residential Development) apply.

Consultations

A summary of comments from consultees is as follows:

Traffic and Transportation: No objection to the development with comments provided on in curtilage parking and access arrangements.

Remesentat ions

Following the standard neighbour notification process and publication of the proposal on the weekly list 3 letters of representation were received.

Points of objection relate to inappropriate infill development not in keeping with surroundings, loss of mature trees and planting, resultant noise and traffic impact, disruption to school bus route, impact on the amenity and character of the area and adverse affect on listed buildings.

Plannina Assessment

Section 25 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 requires that

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planning decisions must be made in accordance with the development plan unless material considerations indicate otherwise.

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Develoment Plan Kilsyth Local Plan 2005: Policies HG3-5 (Development Control in Housing Areas) applies in this case and state new residential development requires to be in keeping with the scale and character of the surrounding area. The principle of siting a dwelling on this site has been established through the granting of permission (09/01170/PPP) for Construction of Dwellinghouse (In-Principle).ln terms of design the proposal will not result in a significant loss of sunlight and daylight to neighbouring properties and provides sufficient garden ground associated with a detached dwelling of this scale (complying with open space minimum guideline standards around dwellings).ln terms of scale and positioning the property will be two storey in height with a pitched roof and front onto Corrie Road. The proposal represents a continuation of an emerging line of dwellings along Corrie Road and will be in keeping with the scale and character of the surrounding residential area. The level of in - curtilage parking is set by a recommended condition as are materials to be used.

Other Material Considerations - Finalised Draft North Lanarkshire Local Plan. The zoning of the site does not change in this plan and the development is therefore considered to comply with policies HCFI A (Residential Amenity) and DSP4 (Quality of Development) for reasons explained in paragraph 7.2.

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Point of objection: The proposal represents inappropriate infill development in a rear garden area. It is not in keeping with its surroundings resulting in an unacceptable impact on the amenity and character of an area which has a number of Victorian Villas.

Comment: The proposal will not have an adverse affect on the character and amenity of the surrounding residential area. A house on this site will satisfactorily relate to Corrie Road in that the dwelling will be two storeys in height with a pitched roof and will front on to the Road.

Point of objection: The proposal will result in the loss of mature trees and planting.

Comment: It is anticipated that the development may result in the loss of some trees and mature planting. While landscaping and trees within the site boundary and contribute to the amenity of the area they are not afforded special protection. It is considered that the removal of trees and mature planting is not so significant as to refuse permission.

Point of objection: The proposal will result in increased noise and traffic impact. Disruption will occur on the school bus route.

Comment: Levels of construction noise is considered under the pollution control legislation. A related informative on the permission is recommended. The intensity of traffic is considered acceptable and Transportation has no objection.

Point of objection: That there will be a reduction in green space available

Comment: While the landscaping associated with the current site has some amenity value the site itself is private garden ground and not open for public use as a green space. The garden is behind a large wall and is limited in its contribution as a green amenity space.

Point of objection: Some of the buildings on Glasgow Road are Listed by Historic Scotland and will be adversely affected by the proposed dwellinghouse.

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Comment: The nearest Listed Building is on Balmalloch Road (B listed Brownsville), some distance from the proposal, and will be unaffected. No other historic listings exist on Glasgow Road, Kilsyth. The proposal will not front on to Glasgow Road but will front on to Corrie Road where there are a number of modern two storey dwellings.

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8.1 It is considered that the proposal will not have an adverse affect on the amenity of the surrounding residential area as it is in keeping with the scale and character of the area. Accordingly it will enhance the residential character of Corrie Road. As such the proposal accords with the Kilsyth Local Plan1999 and North Lanarkshire Local Plan (Finalised Draft) 2009. It is therefore recommended that the proposal is approved.

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Proposed Development: Application No:

N/10/00493/FUL Change of Use from Vacant Retail Unit to Hot Food Take Away Site Address:

14 Dorlin Road Cardowan Stepps G33 6AP

Date Registered:

5th May 2010

Applicant: Mr Mohammed Zahoor 32 Leglen Wood Drive Glasgow G21 3PL


Agent: Nida Waseem 57 Glazert Road Dunlop East Ayrshire KA3 4DE


Ward: Representations: 005 Strathkelvin William Hogg, Joseph Shaw, Brian Wallace, Frances McGlinchey,

1 letter of representation received.


Reasoned Justification:

The proposal complies with policies HG 3 (Retention of Residential Amenity) and Econ 7 (NuisanceBad Neighbour Developments) in the Northern Corridor Local Plan, 2005. The proposed hot food takeaway use is considered to be acceptable and the proposal will not detract from the amenity of the application site or the surrounding area. The impact on neighbouring properties is considered to be acceptable.

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NIIWOO493/F U L Mr Mohammed Zahoor 14 Dorlin Road Cardowan Stepps

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Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 as amended by the Planning etc (Scotland) Act 2006.

That, except as may otherwise be agreed in writing by the Planning Authority, the development shall be implemented in accordance with drawing numbers:- NW0008, NW0009, NW0010, NW0011 and NW0012.


That prior to the commencement of operations on site detailed drawings of an external extraction flue which will be required for the cooking of food, shall be submitted to, and approved in writing by the Planning Authority and the development shall be implemented in accordance with the details approved under the terms of this condition.

(For the avoidance of doubt, all cooking smells, noxious fumes or vapours from the premises shall be disposed of by means of an external flue terminating 1 metre above the eaves level of the building and which is provided in conjunction with the trunking for the extraction of cooking smells, noxious fumes or vapours from the cooking range. The said system shall incorporate a facility to fit a filter system.)

Reason: To ensure that the premises are adequately ventilated and that fumes and odours associated with the cooking of food are adequately extracted in the interests of residential amenity.

That the extractor flue as approved under condition 3 above shall be installed to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority prior to the implementation of the use hereby approved.

Reason: To ensure that the premises are provided with an adequate ventilation/extraction system, as required, in the interests of residential amenity.

That the development hereby permitted shall not start until the submission of a Notice of Initiation to the Planning Authority.



Reason: To monitor the development, to enable the Planning Authority to retain effective control.

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Backaround PaDers:


Letter from Ms Alison Edgar, 7 Dorlin Road, Cardowan, Stepps received 1 8'h May 201 0


Memo from Traffic & Transportation received 3rd June 2010 Memo from Protective Services received 7'h June 201 0


Any person wishing to inspect these documents should contact Mr Kevin Divin at 01 236 61 81 24

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The application site is an existing shop unit situated within a row of shops at Dorlin Road, Cardowan, Stepps and located in established residential area. The property is a single storey retail unit with a flat roof which is finished in painted facing brick elevations and a felt roof. The unit is currently vacant and appears to have been vacant for some time. Located to the north and east are residential properties with nearest residential property being 15m away. Located to the south and west is open grass land.


This application seeks full planning permission for the change of an existing vacant shop unit to a hot-food takeaway at 14 Dorlin Road, Cardowan, Stepps. The proposal seeks to change the use of the unit only and no physical external alterations are proposed other than the installation of the required flue.

Site Historv

On the 12'h July 2001, full planning permission was approved for change of use to community learning / information centre. There is no evidence that this permission was ever implemented.

Development Plan

The application raises no strategic issues and it can be assessed in terms of the local plan policy.

In terms of the Northern Corridor Local Plan 2005 the site is covered by policy HG 3 (Retention of Residential Amenity).

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Traffic & Transportation have no objection to the proposed hot food takeaway use. Protective Services have no objection subject to conditions relating to food hygiene regulations and cooking smells/fumes.

Representat ions

Following the standard neighbour notification process and newspaper advertisement, one letter of representation has been received. This letter objects to the proposal and the main points relate to nuisance noise, potential anti-social behaviour, increased traffic and unpleasant smells.

Plannina Assessment

Section 25 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 requires that planning decisions must be made in accordance with the development plan unless material considerations indicate otherwise.

DeveloDment Plan - Northern Corridor Local Plan 2005: The site is located within an established residential area in Stepps on land zoned as HG 3 (Retention of Residential Amenity). Policies SC 2 (Improve Shopping Facilities), SC 3 (Assessing

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Applications for Bad Neighbour Development) and TR 6 (Development Control Criteria) are also relevant. The primary issues to be considered here are the appropriateness and compliance with the relevant development plan and the affect the proposal will have on the surrounding area.

7.3 Policy HG 3 seeks to protect the character and amenity of existing and new housing areas. While Policy SC 2 states that there will be a presumption against hot food takeaway units located directly below or in close proximity to residential properties or in such other locations as nuisance conditions are likely to occur. Policy SC 3 accepts that there may be limited scope for changes of use from retail to other uses but these proposals must be justified against the effect the change of use will have on the vitality and viability of the local shopping area, the compatibility with surrounding land uses, especially residential, and whether attempts have been made to market the premises for Class 1 retail use. The principle objective of policies SC 2 and SC 3 is to create and sustain vitality and viability of local shopping centres without resulting in a detrimental impact on the amenity levels of the neighbouring residential properties. The unit makes up one unit of a row of four commercial units. Located to the left is a Class 1 local convenience store, to the right is a vacant class 1 unit (this vacant unit (No. 12) did have consent for the hot-food takeaway (97/00002/FUL) however this was never implemented and the consent has since expired) and located at the end is a Chinese hot food takeaway. The introduction of a hot food takeaway would not threaten the viability of existing and prospective Class 1 (Shops) and 2 (Finance, Professional Services) businesses which are considered compatible with this location. It is considered that the cumulative impact of hot food takeaways at this location is not unacceptably detrimental to the immediate area. It is further considered that the proposed use of a vacant unit would increase the vitality of the area. It is considered that the proposed hot food takeaway will not harm the amenity of the site or the general area. The potential impact of the proposal on neighbouring properties is considered to be acceptable. Roads requirements are discussed in more detail in the next paragraph.

7.4 With respect to traffic matters, Transportation have no objection to the proposal and it is considered that the proposal will not have an unacceptable impact on parking provision, vehicular access and road visibility. The proposal is therefore considered acceptable when assessed with respect to policy TR 6.

7.5 Other Material Considerations - Finalised Draft North Lanarkshire Local Plan: A material consideration is the Finalised Draft North Lanarkshire Local Plan (FDNLLP), which zones the application site as HCF 1 A (Residential Amenity). Policy RTC 3 B (Bad Neighbour Development) is also of relevance. Policy HCF 1 A has a presumption against developments detrimental to residential amenity in primary residential areas. Policy RTC 3 B states that planning permission will only be granted for potential “Bad Neighbour” developments where it can be demonstrated that amenity would not be adversely affected. In this respect it is considered that the amenity of the surrounding area would not be unacceptably affected as the use is already established elsewhere. In terms of a cumulative impact the addition of another such unit, particularly at this location, is also not considered to create a significant negative impact on the residential area. . The proposal is therefore considered to comply with policies HCF 1 A and RTC 3 B of the Finalised Draft North Lanarkshire Local Plan.

7.6 Impact on Amenity of Locale: The proposal will aid the vitality of this row of commercial units by bringing an appropriate use to a currently vacant unit. It is noted that the application site is located within a residential area but it is not considered that there will be any unacceptable loss of residential amenity.

7.7 Consultations: Protective Services have no objection subject to conditions relating to food hygiene regulations and cooking smells/fumes, conditions to this effect are recommended.

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7.8 Representations: In terms of the objection raised, I would offer the following com ments:

Point of Objection: The proposal will downgrade the area causing noise nuisance and encourage youths to loiter in the area. It is pointed out that as the nights have got lighter there are already youths climbing onto the roof and loitering.

Comment: It is considered that the proposal would improve the area by occupying a vacant unit which could indirectly act as a deterrent to youths climbing the premises. The concerns regarding youths and their potential involvement in anti-social behaviour would be a policing matter.

Point of Objection: An additional hot food takeaway will add to the traffic coming and going which is already busy with the hot food takeaway. There is a concern for pedestrian safety.

Comment: The property is an existing retail unit of which, if occupied, would generate traffic. The additional traffic associated with the proposed hot food takeaway use would be unlikely to be any higher than the traffic from a retail unit. Transportation has no objection the proposal.

Point of Objection: Another hot food takeaway will add unpleasant smells.

Comment: Protective Services has not objected subject to a condition to control cooking smells/fumes.

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8.1 In conclusion, the proposal is acceptable and is not contrary to policies HG 3 (Retention of Residential Amenity), SC 2 (Improve Shopping Facilities) and SC 3 (Assessing Applications for Bad Neighbour Development) in the Northern Corridor Local Plan, 2005. The proposed use of the existing vacant premises as a hot food takeaway will not result in an unacceptable detrimental impact on the amenity of this location. Taking account of these matters and also the objection received, it is recommended that planning permission be granted subject to conditions.

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Application No:

N/I 0/00593/FUL

Proposed Development:

Residential Development ( 29 Units) Site Address:

Land To West Of St Maurices High School North Road Condorrat Cumbernauld

Date Registered:

4th June 2010

Applicant: North Lanarkshire Council Civic Centre Windmillhill Street Motherwell ML1 IAB Application Level: Local Application

Agent: Coltart Earley 11 Clairmont Gardens Glasgow G3 7LW


Ward: Representations: 003 Cumbernauld South Danny Carrigan, William Goldie, William Homer, Gerald McElroy,

1 letter of representation received.


Reasoned Justification: The proposal complies with the adopted Local Plan. The residential development would integrate satisfactorily with the surrounding area and not result in any unacceptable adverse impact on established residential amenity.

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a N1101006931FUL North Lanarkshire Council Land To West Of St Maurlces High School

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Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 as amended by Planning Etc (Scotland) Act 2006.

That except as may otherwise be agreed in writing by the Planning Authority, the development shall be implemented in accordance with drawing numbers:- 09045 L(21)011(A), 09045 L(21)012A , 09045 L(21)013B , 09045 L(21)014B , L(22)001(A) , L(9O)OOl (C) , L(90)002 , L(9O)OlO & L(9O)Oll


That BEFORE the development hereby permitted starts, full details of the facing materials to be used on all external walls and roofs shall be submitted to, and approved in writing by the Planning Authority and the development shall be implemented in accordance with the details approved under the terms of this condition.

Reason: To enable the Planning Authority to consider these aspects, in order to ensure that materials are visually acceptable in a local context.

That BEFORE the development hereby permitted starts, a scheme of landscaping for all landscaped areas detailed on the approved plans and all boundary treatments, shall be submitted to, and approved in writing by the Planning Authority, and it shall include:-

(a) details of any earth moulding and hard landscaping, grass seeding and turfing; a scheme of tree and shrub planting, incorporating details of the location, number, variety and size of trees and shrubs to be planted; identification of any trees to be retained and their protection in the course of development. For the avoidance of doubt any mature trees lost shall be replaced with trees of a suitable age and species. a timetable for the completion of these works contemporaneously with the development..

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That before the development hereby permitted is brought into use, all planting, seeding, turfing and earth moulding included in the scheme of landscaping and planting, approved under the terms of condition 4 above, shall be completed; and any trees, shrubs, or areas of grass which die, are removed, damaged, or become diseased within two years of completion of the development, shall be replaced within the following year with others of a similar size and species.

Reason: In the interests of the environmental amenity of the area.

That before the development hereby permitted starts, tree protection measures in accordance with British Standard BS 5837 shall be erected along the drip line of the trees to be retained (as detailed on the approved plans) and these measures shall not be removed without the approval in writing of the Planning Authority.

Reason: To protect the existing tree cover.

That BEFORE the development hereby permitted starts, unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, full details of the proposed surface water drainage

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scheme shall be submitted to the said Authority and shall be certified by a chartered civil engineer as complying with the most recent SEPA SUDS guidance.

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Reason: To ensure that the drainage scheme complies with best SUDS practice to protect adjacent watercourses and groundwater and in the interests of the amenity and wellbeing of existing and future residents adjacent to and within the development site.

That the SUDS compliant surface water drainage scheme required under Condition 7 above shall be implemented contemporaneously with the development in so far as is reasonably practical. Within three months of the construction of the SUDS and before the development hereby permitted is brought into use, a certificate (signed by a Chartered Civil Engineer) shall be submitted to the Planning Authority confirming that the SUDS has been constructed in accordance with the relevant SEPA guidance and the certified plans.

Reason: To safeguard adjacent watercourses and groundwater from pollution and in the interests of the amenity and wellbeing of existing and future residents adjacent to and users within the development site.

That before the development hereby permitted starts, unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Planning Authority the applicant shall provide written confirmation to the Planning Authority that all the requirements of Scottish Water have been fully met in respect of providing the necessary site drainage infrastructure to serve the development.

Reason: To ensure the provision of satisfactory site drainage arrangements.

That before the development hereby permitted starts additional full details of existing and proposed site levels shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority. This shall include scaled cross sections through each terraced block demonstrating levels differences with neighbouring properties. Once approved, the levels agreed as part of this condition shall be adhered to through the course of the development, unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority.

Reason: To ensure satisfactory control over levels in the interest of the amenity of the area.

That before the development hereby permitted starts additional full details of public access across the site (existing, during construction and upon completion) shall be provided for the approval of the Council. This shall show:

a) all existing paths, tracks, and any areas currently out with or excluded from statutory access rights;

b) any areas proposed for exclusion from statutory access rights, for reasons of privacy, disturbance or curtilage, in relation to proposed buildings or structures;

c) construction details of all proposed paths and tracks for use by walkers, horse riders, cyclists, all-abilities users, etc.

d) any diversions of paths - temporary or permanent - proposed for the purposes of the development.

Reason: To accord with the provisions of the of the Land Reform (Scotland) Act 2003.facilities.

12. That the development hereby permitted shall not start until a Notice of Initiation has been submitted to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority.


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Backaround PaDers:

Representation Letters Letter from Mr Neil Wotherspoon, 26 Netherwood Avenue, Westfield, Cumbernauld received 18'h June 2010.


Conservation and Greening e-memo received 14'h June 2010. Scottish Environment Protection Agency e-memo received 22nd June 201 0.


Any person wishing to inspect these documents should contact Mr Gordon Arthur at 01236 61 6475

Report Date:

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This application seeks planning permission for the construction of 29 residential units on a site opposite Saint Maurice’s High School North Road, Condorrat.

The site is located in a predominantly residential area with established residential properties nearby. It is located on open space surrounded by a mature tree belt. Directly opposite the site is a secondary school accessed from North Road.

The site the site slopes gently in the direction away from Westfield Road. Beyond this, ground levels at adjacent properties are generally level with a gradual slope towards the south.


The proposed development comprises a mix of semi-detached houses and terrace blocks. In total, 29 units are proposed. All houses have gardens and parking. The proposed building style is characterised by pitched roofs and a mix of finish materials including concrete tiles, facing brick and render. Access is taken from North Road. Several incidental landscaped areas are proposed throughout the site.

For information purposes, it is noted that this application is made by North Lanarkshire Council and is exclusively new Local Authority housing.

Applicant’s Supportinu Information

A protected species assessment, tree survey and drainage details have been provided by the applicant.

Site Historv

None relevant.

The proposed development raises no strategic issues and the application should be considered in relation to the Cumbernauld Local Plan. Policy HG4 Residential Amenity applies.

Consultations

The following consultation responses have been received:

Traffic and Transportation has no objection to the proposal and has provided comments on access, visibility and the internal site layout.

Conservation and Greening has no objection to the proposal and has provided comments on protected species, tree protection & core paths. A Tree Preservation Order exists for the trees aligning North Road and also for the boundary of trees at the western end of the site. A condition to protect these trees is recommended. A multi-stemmed Willow tree is also located on site and although a tree preservation order does not exist for this tree, this should be retained, if possible. Core Paths run through the site linking up with other walk ways in the area. A condition recommending that access is maintained is proposed.

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Representations

Following the standard neighbour notification process one letter of representation was received

Points of objection relate to tree protection and retention, impact on wild life, flooding, drainage detail, access design and parking.

Plannina Assessment

Section 25 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 requires that the application be determined in accordance with the development plan unless material considerations indicate otherwise. As the development is not of strategic importance the relevant policies are contained in the Cumbernauld Local Plan 1993.

Development Plan: Adopted Cumbernauld Local Plan Local Plan 1993: The site is designated as HG4 Residential Amenity which aims to protect established residential amenity. It is considered that the proposed residential use is compatible with relevant local policy.

Other Material Considerations: Finalised Draft North Lanarkshire Local Plan: The Finalised Draft North Lanarkshire Local Plan is a material consideration and the zoning of the site remains unchanged (HCF 1A Residential Amenity), where there is a presumption against developments detrimental to residential amenity in primarily residential areas. It is considered therefore that the application complies with the emerging Local Plan. The North Lanarkshire Local Plan goes on to assess developments under policies DSP3 and 4 (Impact and Quality of Development) and for the reasons detailed in this report these assessment criterion are satisfied.

Residential Layout and Design: The adopted Local Plan contains design guidance on new housing areas which has also been partly superseded by the Council’s ‘Developers Guide to Open Space’. Combined these guidance notes consider housing density/mix, open space, detailed design, impact on residential amenity (privacy, overshadowing etc), play provision, roads, access and parking.

The mix of house types proposed satisfactorily reflects house types already in the immediate area with garden ground attributed to each plot satisfying the minimum guideline requirement. The development does not exceed the threshold which requires communal open space or play provision, however several small landscaped areas are proposed which will combine with the surrounding mature trees to contribute to the overall character and setting of the site. In addition to layout and setting, it is also considered that the detailed design of the buildings is acceptable and that materials can be considered by way of condition. In this respect the proposal also accords with policy EN7 Impact of Development on the Locality in the adopted Local Plan.

Loss of open space: It is recognised that the development will result in a loss of passive open space within the urban settlement. The site, however, is of restricted value as an area for informal play, being isolated from the wider residential area with poor surveillance and no formal play equipment. As such the site has not been afforded the specific Open Space designation in the Local Plan but is incidental open space within the residential area. On balance in retaining the mature trees which surround the site the loss of this open space is considered acceptable.

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Ecological value of the site: In terms of ecological value the site is surrounded by mature trees protected by a Tree Preservation Order and by mature planting. These will remain post development. The proposal will result in the loss of mainly amenity grass land which is of limited ecological value. This site has no nature conservation designation in the development plan. As the plan was adopted in 1993 an ecology report was requested to confirm this status. The contents of this report indicated that although there are important habitats beyond the site boundary there is unlikely to be significant impact on protected species within the site itself.

Housing for rent: The Council has identified a continuing requirement for rented housing. In submitting this proposal the Council is committed to ensuring that future housing development meets local housing needs.

Consultations: In respect to consultation responses not already addressed it is noted that the applicant has not confirmed agreement with Scottish Water to connect foul and surface water drainage (via attenuation) to the public sewer and an appropriate condition is therefore recommended. Drawings have been submitted detailing the extent of drainage and attenuation infrastructure. This matter has been satisfactorily progressed to the position where outstanding and final detail can be confirmed via conditions. There is adequate space within the development to contain attenuation infrastructure. Core paths 109 and 110, both traverse the site and section 13 of the Land Reform (Scotland) Act places a duty on North Lanarkshire Council: “to assert, protect and keep open and free from obstruction or encroachment any route, waterway or other means by which access rights may reasonably be exercised”. It is recommended that further details of the impact of the proposal on core paths is identified and thereafter stopping up or diversion promoted if required.

Representation: One objection letter was received. The points of objection raised can be summarised as follows:

Point of Objection: There is no undertaking to plant replacement trees for those which will be lost.

Comment: A condition is proposed requiring replacement trees and requiring a supporting tree survey.

Point of objection: The development during the construction may cause disruption to nesting birds.

Comment: During construction tree protection measures (conditioned) will be in place. Notwithstanding this condition advice contained within the protected species assessment will be carried through as an informative on the decision notice should the committee grant permission.

Point of objection: Deer have been sighted in woodland to the west of the site, the proposal may impact on their migration routes.

Comment: The protected species assessment does not identify deer migration routes in relation to this site and it is therefore considered that any impact of the development on migration routes is not significant.

Point of objection: What effect will the development have on drainage in the area?

Comment: The applicant proposes to attenuate surface water on the site within a sustainable urban drainage system prior to discharging the water to existing Scottish water infrastructure. This will ensure that there is no adverse drainage impact.

Point of objection: What depth is the attenuation pond indicated on the approved plan.

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Comment: Details relating to the treatment train of the SUDS system have been conditioned and will be available prior to the development commencing. The attenuation pond will be within Scottish Waters adoption criteria.

Point of objection: A mini roundabout would be a preferable access arrangement.

Comment: The proposed access arrangement is considered acceptable and hence a mini roundabout is not necessary.

Point of objection: What measures are in place to prevent cars parking in the development during peak times as pupil’s leave the adjacent secondary school?

Comment: Transportation did not consider this scenario to be problematic and subsequently no additional measures are proposed.

9. Conclusions

9.1 The proposal is not contrary to the adopted Local Plan policy for the site and the proposed development is compatible with the surrounding residential area. The proposal also complies with the emerging Local Plan. The site location plus the layout and house designs are considered to be acceptable. It is recommended that the application be approved subject to the attached conditions.

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Application No:

N/10/00646/FUL


Change of Use from Hospitality Suites (Class1 1) to Offices (Class 2)

Site Address:

Broadwood Stadium 1 Ardgoil Drive Broadwood Cum bernauld G68 9NE

Date Registered:

15th June 201 0

Applicant: North Lanarkshire Leisure Timecapsule 100 Buchanan Street Coatbridge ML5 1DL

Application Level: Local, Committee

Agent: Dalziel Design 136 Victoria Building Motherwell Business Centre Coursington Road Motherwell ML1 1PW


Ward: Representations: 2- Cumbernauld North. Councillors Chadha, McCulloch, Murray and O'Brien

No of representation received.



The proposal will not lead to the loss of any existing community and leisure facilities within Broadwood Stadium and will be ancillary to the facilities provided by North Lanarkshire Leisure. It is considered that the proposal complies with policy EN31A and of the Cumbernauld Local Plan 1993 and policy HCF1 B1 of the Finalised Draft North Lanarkshire Local Plan.


1. That the development hereby permitted shall be started within three years of the date of this permission.


2. That, except as may otherwise be agreed in writing by the Planning Authority, the development shall be implemented in accordance with drawing numbers:- PL02, PL03, PLO4 and PLO5


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That within 4 weeks of completion of all building works on site, of the development hereby permitted, a Notice of Completion shall be submitted to the Planning Authority.

Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 as amended by the Planning etc (Scotland) Act 2006 to monitor the development, in order to enable the Planning Authority to retain effective control.

Backaround Papers:


Any person wishing to inspect the plans should contact Erin Goldie on 01 236 61 6464

Report Date:

gth July 2010

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Site Description

The applicant proposes to change the use of hospitality suites and executive boxes at Broadwood Stadium to form Offices. The main access is from the Craiglin Roundabout and the stadium is immediately surrounded by open space.


North Lanarkshire Leisure owns Broadwood Stadium and proposes to change the use of hospitality suites and executive boxes to form offices (accommodating approximately 47 staff), associated meeting rooms and toilet facilities. The staffs that the facilities are intended for are currently accommodated at the Time Capsule in Coatbridge, however the applicant considers Broadwood to be a more suitable location with additional space and potential.

Applicant’s Supportinq Information

No supporting information.

Site Historv

No relevant site history.

Development Plan

There are no strategic implications and this application can therefore be considered in relation to Local Plan polices. The site is covered by policy EN31A in the Cumbernauld Local Plan 1993 which supports recreational uses at the site.

Consultations

There were no consultations with respect to this application.

Representations

No representation received.

Plannina Assessment

Section 25 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland Act) 1997 requires that planning decisions must be made in accordance with the development plan unless material considerations indicate otherwise.

Development Plan - Cumbernauld Local Plan 1993. The proposed change of use is not considered to be contrary to this policy as it will not result in the loss of any leisure and recreational facilities that the stadium provides. Instead it will allow North Lanarkshire Leisure, who operate the stadium, to have a permanent presence.

Other material considerations - Finalised Draft North Lanarkshire Local Plan. Policy HCF1 B1 (Community Facilities) applies. The proposal is not considered contrary to this policy as the offices and meeting rooms to be provided are ancillary to the operation of the stadium and its community facilities such as five a side football pitches and gymnasium.

Parking Staff will be present during standard working hours from Monday to Friday. The stadium is well served with in- curtilage parking provision which is not used to

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capacity during these times. The stadium is busiest during out of office hours, particularly at weekends and occasionally at evenings when Clyde FC are playing at home.

8.4 It should be noted that this application requires to be decided by the Planning and Transportation Committee as the Council own the stadium.

9. Conclusions

9.1 The proposal will not lead to the loss of any existing community and leisure facilities within Broadwood Stadium and will be ancillary to the facilities provided by North Lanarkshire Leisure. Taking this into account it is considered that the proposal complies with policy EN3iA and of the Cumbernauld Local Plan 1993 and policy HCFiBi of the Finalised Draft North Lanarkshire Local Plan. It is recommended that planning permission be granted.

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Application No:

N/10/00672/FUL


Formation of 8 Car Parking Spaces Site Address:

Site Adjacent To 18 - 24 Commonside Street Thrashbush Airdrie ML6 6NN

Date Registered:

18th June 201 0

Applicant: North Lanarkshire Council Fleming House 2 Tryst Road Cumbernauld G67 1JW Application Level: Local Application

Agent: N/A


Ward: Representations: 007 Airdrie North Campbell Cameron, Sophia Coyle, James McGuigan, Thomas Morgan,

No letters of representation received.



The location, scale and proposed materials to be used are considered to be acceptable and the proposal will not detract from the residential amenity of the surrounding area. Furthermore, the car park will address current parking problems in the local area. The proposal is not contrary to the adopted Monklands and District Local Plan, 1991.

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That, except as may otherwise be agreed in writing by the Planning Authority, the development shall be implemented in accordance with drawing numbers:- CER-10-003/LP-01 and CER-10-003-GL-01.


That before the development hereby permitted starts, unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, full details of the proposed surface water drainage scheme shall be submitted to the said Authority and shall be certified by a chartered civil engineer as complying with the most recent SEPA SUDS guidance.

Reason: To ensure that the drainage scheme complies with best SUDS practice to protect adjacent watercourses and groundwater and in the interests of the amenity and wellbeing of existing and future residents adjacent to the development site.

That the SUDS compliant surface water drainage scheme required under Condition 3 above shall be implemented contemporaneously with the development in so far as is reasonably practical. Within three months of the construction of the SUDS and before the development hereby permitted is brought into use, a certificate (signed by a Chartered Civil Engineer) shall be submitted to the Planning Authority confirming that the SUDS has been constructed in accordance with the relevant SEPA guidance and the certified plans.

Reason: To ensure that the drainage scheme complies with best SUDS practice to protect adjacent watercourses and groundwater and in the interests of the amenity and wellbeing of existing and future residents adjacent to the development site.

That the SUDS compliant surface water drainage scheme approved in terms of Condition 3 shall be implemented contemporaneously with the development in so far as is reasonably practical. Within three months of the construction of the SUDS, a certificate (signed by a Chartered Civil Engineer experienced in drainage works) shall be submitted to the Planning Authority confirming that the SUDS has been constructed in accordance with the latest SEPA guidance and the approved plans.

Reason: To safeguard adjacent watercourses and groundwater from pollution.



That within 4 weeks of completion of all approved building works on site a Notice of Completion shall be submitted to the Planning Authority.


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Backaround Papers:


No letters of representation have been received.


Any person wishing to inspect these documents should contact Mr Barry Clarke at 01236 61 6394.

Report Date:

1 st July 201 0

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Site Description

The application is for the construction of a small car park on an area of open space adjacent to Commonside Road, Airdrie.

The car park will sit adjacent to Commonside Road to the west, residential properties to the south and green open space to the east and north characterised mainly by a grassed area with some trees and vegetation. The surrounding area is made up of predominantly established residential properties.

ProPosed DeveloPment

The purpose of the car park is to relieve existing parking problems on Commonside Road by providing the off-street parking capacity for 8 cars.

The proposal involves the creation of an area of hardstanding on the existing grassed area. A dropped kerb access will be created providing access to the car park from Commonside Street. The car park will be surfaced with permeable block paving and 8 individual parking spaces will be marked out.

A 6 metre wide access will be taken from Commonside Street which will act as both an entrancelexit to and from the car park. Access will be taken by means of a dropped kerb. The area to be hard surfaced measure approximately 265 square metres in area.

The proposal will benefit from private drainage arrangements. The site provides adequate space for the implementation of a SUDS drainage scheme. Further information detailing the drainage arrangements must be provided by the applicant and this will be covered by condition. In addition the applicant must provide specific details of the materials to be used in the surfacing of the car park and this will also be covered by condition.

Site History

There is no relevant planning history for the application site.

Development Plan

The application raises no strategic issues and can therefore be assessed in terms of Local Plan policies.

In the adopted Monklands District Local Plan, 1991, the site lies within an area covered by Policy HG9 (Housing Policy for Existing Residential Areas) where developments should not have an adverse impact on residential amenity.

The zoning of the site and policy position is not altered by the Finalised Draft North Lanarkshire Local Plan. The site is covered by Policy HCF1 (Protecting Residential Areas and Community Facilities) in the Draft Plan which asserts that inappropriate developments in residential areas shall be resisted.

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Representations

Following the standard neighbour notification process no representations or submissions were received in relation to the application.

Plannina Assessment

Section 25 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 requires that planning decisions must be made in accordance with the development plan unless material considerations indicate otherwise.

Develoment Plan Monklands District Local Plan 7997: Policy HG9 (Housing Policy for Existing Residential Areas) applies in this case and states that proposals should not detract from local residential amenity. It is considered that the proposal is not contrary to this policy and will help relieve existing parking pressures in a mainly residential area.

Other Material Considerations - Finalised Draft North Lanarkshire Local Plan: The zoning of the site does not change in this plan. The development is considered to comply with Policy HCF 1 (Protecting Residential Areas and Community Facilities) in the Draft Plan in that it will not have an unacceptable impact on the residential amenity of the surrounding area.

Other Matters: It is considered that the proposed development will improve parking provision in the immediate area and reduce the occurrence of on-street parking on Commonside Street. Therefore it is considered that the proposal will reduce congestion caused by on-street parking and provide safer, dedicated parking spaces thereby benefiting local residents. It is considered that the proposal is not detrimental to the amenity of the local area and its impact on local habitats and nearby residential areas is deemed to be acceptable. The potential visual impact of the proposal is considered to be acceptable and will not have an adverse impact on neighbouring residential properties. Therefore the site location and extent and size of the proposed car park are considered to be acceptable and this type of development is considered to be suitable at this location.

Conclusions

Having taken account of all relevant matters it is considered that the proposal is acceptable both for the application site and for the general area. The potential impact of the proposal on neighbouring properties is considered to be acceptable. It is considered that the proposal will improve local parking provision. It is recommended that planning permission be granted for the formation of a car park adjacent to 18-24 Commonside Street, Airdrie.

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Application No:

C/10/00330/LBC


Formation of Velux Window, Re-Positioning of Extraction Flue, and Addition of Mezzanine Floor on '8' Listed Building

Site Address:

21 Home Farm Court Shepford Place Coatbridge North Lanarkshire ML5 1 RW

Date Registered:

25th March 201 0

Applicant: Ms Karen Wood 21 Home Farm Court Drumpellier Home Farm Stepford Place Coatbridge

Ap pl icat ion Level : Local

Agent: Grant A Johnston Construction Design Architects 19B Academy Street Coatbridge ML5 3AW


Ward: Representations: 6 Coatbridge North And Glenboig Anthony Clarke, Martin McWilliams, William Shields, Peter Sullivan

5 letter(s) of representation received.

:- Recommendation: Approve Subject to Conditions

1. That the development hereby permitted shall be started within five years of the date of this permission.

Reason: To accord with the provisions of Section 16 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) (Scotland) Act 1997.

2. That, except as may otherwise be agreed in writing by the Planning Authority, the development shall be implemented in accordance with drawing numbers:-

1 158/PL01 1 158/PL02 A I 158/PL03 A 1 158/PL04 A


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Note: If the Council is of a mind to approve Listed Building Consent, the application must be referred to Historic Scotland.

Backaround Papers:


Letter from Speirs Gumley, Property Management, 194 Bath Street, Glasgow received 1 3'h May 201 0 (managing agents for Home Farm development) Online comment from Mr. F. Hillen, 17 Home Farm Court, Coatbridge, ML5 1 RW received 20th May 2010 E-mail from Mr Gordon Dishington, 19 Home Farm Court, Coatbridge, ML5 1 RS received 18'h May 201 0 Letter from Mr Hugh Kelly & Sifnatories, (Chair Of Residents Committee), 9 Home Farm Court, Coatbridge received 17' May 201 0 (1 7 signatories) Letter from Ms Monica Hagerty, 8 Homefarm Court, Coatbridge, ML5 1 RW received 20th May 201 0 Letter from Mr H.Kelly, 9 Home Farm Court, Coatbridge received 26'h May 201 0 (requesting site visit and hearing)


Historic Scotland, received 28'h April 201 0, and 5'h May 201 0 Scottish Civic Trust, received 1 2'h May 201 0 Architectural Heritage Society, received 1 Oth May 201 0


Any person wishing to inspect these documents should contact Mr Christopher McNey at 01 236 81 2375

Report Date:

7th July 2010

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APPLICATION NO. C/10/00330/LBC

REPORT

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Site Description

The property to which this application relates is part of the category ‘B’ listed Drumpellier Farm building, in Coatbridge (now referred to as Home Farm Court). The listed building consists of a perimeter block around a central courtyard, made up of former byres, stables, and wagon stores, and is located close to Drumpellier Country Park (see location plan). The building was converted to a number of houses around 7 years ago.

The subject dwelling although adjoined to the main building projects internally towards the courtyard. The external appearance is of a converted single storey stone- built stable with hipped and natural slate roof. It is not visible from the public road although it is prominent from the semi-private courtyard area. The roof-slope is punctuated with five vents, two on the east and three on the west. The statutory listing does not mention any noteworthy internal features and the focus of the assessment is on the external alterations.


Listed Building Consent is sought for the formation of a single velux window, the repositioning of an extraction flue, and the addition of a mezzanine floor within the dwellinghouse, at 21 Home Farm Court, Shepford Place, Coatbridge.

The external works would comprise the formation of a velux style window on the east roofslope (780x1 180mm) and the re-positioning of the external boiler flue on the west roofslope (550~780mm). The window would be a ‘New GHL Velux Conservation Window’ with a black frame, which would be installed flush with the roof profile. The total area of the roof is 64.6 square metres while the proposed roof glazing would be 0.9 square metres.

The internal works would be within the existing roof-space and would form an additional floor comprising a bedroom, bathroom, and storage space over the existing bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and hall areas.

The works noted above have been reduced in scale from the original proposal which comprised the formation of four velux style windows. The amended proposal is consistent with the requirements of relevant building regulations.

Assessment Criteria

The Monklands District Local Plan offers Policy ENV17 - Protect Listed Buildings as relevant to the assessment. It states that the Council will not support any alterations or additions which would affect the internal or external appearance of a Listed Building except where the operations are essential to adapt the building for future use.

The emerging Finalised Draft North Lanarkshire Local Plan also provides some guidance. Policy NBE B2c - Built Environment (National Sites) - Listed Buildings states that the layout, design, materials, scale, siting, and use of any development shall be appropriate to the character and appearance of the listed building and its setting. There is a presumption against works that would adversely affect the special interest of a listed building or its setting.

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Consultations

Historic Scotland responded and offered no comments, the Scottish Civic Trust offered no objection to the proposal and the Architectural Heritage Society of Scotland found the proposal quite acceptable.

Rewesentat ions

6 letters of representation have been received from 5 sources including a petition with 17 signatories and a request for a site visit and hearing. The comments were all received in relation to the original proposal (see paragraph 2.4) and have not been withdrawn following the subsequent submission of the plans proposing a single velux. The objections can be summarised as follows:

0 Adverse impact on visual appearance and character of the area including inappropriate design and materials

0 Legal restrictions on alterations 0 Notification procedure inadequate

The site visit and hearing was requested to allow the Committee to gauge the affect the proposal would have on the appearance (design, materials, etc) of the wider development.

Plannina Assessment

The proposal must be assessed against the criteria noted above, namely: the impact of the development on the character of the building; on the setting of the listed building; the submitted representations; the relevant policies of the development plan; and any other relevant material considerations.

Impact of the proposed development on the character of the building: With special regard to the desirability of preserving the building and any features of special architectural or historic interest, it is considered that the external alterations, namely the proposed formation of a small velux window on the rear elevation and the repositioning of a boiler flue, would not adversely affect the character of the dwelling or the wider building.

Furthermore, as the proposed roof alterations are of a relatively minor nature, the window would be 780mm x 1180mm (approximately 0.9 square metres compared with a total roof area of 64.6 square metres) and the flue would be of a similar size and form to that existing, and they are required to address building regulation requirements, namely those concerned with fire escape and internal natural lighting, it is considered that the proposal would not unnecessarily damage the historic structure or architectural integrity of the building, nor would the addition of the mezzanine floor appear out of character in the context of the range of byres, stables, hay lofts etc that in earlier times formed the site.

Impact of the proposed development on the setting of the listed building: With regards to the impact the alterations would have on the setting of the listed building it is considered that due to the minor nature, positioning on the rear elevation, and screening from public view, that the formation of the window would not harm the contribution the listed building makes to the surrounding area and that the repositioning of the flue would have minimal impact and no additional detrimental impact ensuring that natural slate is used to repair the roof-slope.

Representations from Consultation Process: It is noted that no objections to the initial proposal for four velux windows were received from any of the consultees. It is considered that the reduction to a single window would not raise any additional issues.

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6.6 Representations from Advertisement Process: It is noted that a substantial body of objection has been received from the neighbouring properties, including a petition with a list of 17 signatories. In response to the issues raised by objectors namely: visual appearance and character, these have been dealt with above and it is concluded that in contrast to the objections there would be no significant adverse impact on either the visual appearance of the building or the setting of the listed building. The objection on the grounds of legal restrictions on development, this is a separate issue not dealt with by listed building consent and the applicant must ensure all other consents and permissions are obtained before any works can be undertaken. With reference to the claim that inadequate neighbour notification was undertaken, it should be made clear that unlike for applications for planning permission, listed building consent applications do not require neighbours to be formally notified, instead an advertisement in the local press and in the Edinburgh Gazette is the main means of publicity for the application supplemented in this case by a site notice displayed at site.

6.7 Relevant Policies of the Monklands District Local Plan: With reference to Policy ENV17 it states that the Council will not support any alterations or additions which would affect the internal or external appearance of a Listed Building except where the operations are essential to adapt the building for future use. As noted above, it is considered that the applicant has adequately demonstrated that the velux window is essential in order for the development to meet Building Standard regulations albeit the addition of the mezzanine floor is not an essential adaptation of the building. It is accepted that the proposal generally accords with Policy ENVl7.

Relevant Policies of the Finalised Draft North Lanarkshire Local Plan: With regards to layout, siting, and use it is considered that the proposal would not affect the existing situation. With reference to design, materials, and scale, as noted above, it is considered that proposal would not adversely affect the special interest of the listed building. . It is considered that the proposal generally accords with Policy NBE B2c

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7. Conclusions

7.1 In conclusion, it is considered that the external alterations would not detract from the architectural integrity of the building or cause unnecessary damage to it as a historic structure. It is considered that the alterations would not significantly adversely affect the quality of the building as a whole and that additions are generally in keeping with other parts of the building. Furthermore, the internal alterations, although creating a further floor including a bedroom, would not cause any loss of details that would diminish the interest of the building.

7.2 Having taken account of all relevant matters it is considered that the proposal is acceptable, both in terms of the visual impact of the proposed works on the character of the listed building and on the setting of the listed building. It is therefore recommended that Listed Building Consent be granted subject to conditions.

7.3 If minded to grant consent under the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) (Scotland) Act 1997 formal notification to the Scottish Ministers is required because the building is category ‘B’ listed.

7.4 Finally, it should be noted that a request has been made for a site visit and hearing.

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Application No:

S/10/00471 /FUL


Formation of New Stable (Non-Commercial) & Addition of New Footbridge to Rear of Dwellinghouse Site Address:

Allanton Mill Old Mill Road Allanton Shotts

Date Registered:

17th May 2010

Applicant: Dr Louise Eccles Allanton Mill Old Mill Road Allanton Shotts ML7 5BX


Ward: 012 Fortissat Charles Cefferty, Malcolm McMillan, James Robe rtson ,

Agent: T-Square Stuart Banks 70 Bells Burn Avenue Linlithgow West Lothian EH49 7LB


Representations: No letters of representation received.



The proposed development meets the criteria set out in the relevant policies of the Southern Area Local Plan and the Finalised Draft North Lanarkshire Local Plan. The proposal can be accommodated without detriment to the Listed Building and the surrounding area.

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Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 (as amended by the Planning etc (Scotland) Act 2006.

That except as may otherwise be agreed in writing by the Planning Authority, the development shall be implemented in accordance with drawing numbers: LP, BP, EXO1, 01,02 and 03.

Reason: To clarify the drawings on which this approval of permission is founded,

That the facing materials which may be used on the stablehtore block, hereby approved, shall be restricted as follows:-

(a) roof shall be flat profiled, grey or black in colour,

(b) external walls shall be finished in a grey wet dash, and

(c) doors, windows and roof barge boarding shall be painted timber.

Full details of which, shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority, prior to the start of works on site.

Reason: To ensure that the development is sympathetic to its rural setting, in the interests of the visual amenity of the area.

That prior to the commencement of operations on site, the applicant must provide further details of the proposed external extraction flue, including details of the colour and finish, and these must be approved in writing by the Planning Authority before the flue is installed.

Reason: In the interests of residential amenity.

That the use of the detached stable blocWstore hereby permitted shall be restricted to private use ancillary to the existing dwellinghouse on the site and not as a separate unit of accommodation and for the avoidance of doubt no commercial activity shall be carried out, in or from, the building.

Reason: To safeguard the amenity of the residential area.


Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 (as amended by the Planning etc (Scotland) Act 2006, to monitor the development, to enable the Planning Authority to retain effective control.



The development hereby permitted shall not start until the receipt of the decision notice of the associated Listed Building Consent Application reference 10/00470/LBC.

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Reason: To define the terms of the permission.

Backaround PaPers:


None received.


None required.


Any person wishing to inspect these documents should contact Mr Fraser Miller on 01 698 2741 19.

Report Date:

12th July 201 0

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REPORT

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Site Description

The application site is Allanton Mill, a category C(S) Listed Building. The site is situated within an area of open countryside. There are two dwellings to the east, on the opposite side of Mill Road. The South Calder Water meanders around the northern boundary of the site. The land from the South Calder Water running back to Allanton Mill remains relatively flat. The site sits approximately 2-3 metres lower that the ground to the south and a retaining wall has been erected along this boundary.


Planning permission is sought for the formation of a non commercial stable block and store in the south eastern corner of the site against the existing retaining wall, built without the benefit of planning permission. In addition, planning permission is sought for the formation of a footbridge at the rear of the dwelling traversing a lower walkway that runs around the rear elevation of the building. The proposed stable block/store is to utilise the existing blockwork retaining wall for its rear and side walls. A new wall is to be erected to the front that will consist of double opening timber doors on either side to access the stable block and the store and glazed multi fold doors in a central position, accessing the proposed bothy room. The building is to be 15 metres in length by 7.6 metres in width. The roof of the building is to measure 3.5 metres in height and is to be of a flat profile. The walls are to be finished in a neutral coloured render.

Applicant's SupDortinu Information

No supporting information has been submitted in connection with the application. However, for clarification there is an associated Listed Building Consent application related to the proposed works, ref: 10/00470/LBC.

Site Historv

0 04/01 51 6/FUL Conversion of Existing Mill into a Dwellinghouse and Conversion of Adjacent Old Mill Cottage Outbuilding into a Dwellinghouse approved 24'h July 2006. 08/00448/AMD External Alterations to Dwellinghouse (Amendment to S/04/01516/FUL) approved 1 gth November 2009. 08/00457/LBC External Alterations to Dwellinghouse (Part in Retrospect) (Amendment to S/04/01504/LBC) approved 31'' July 2009. 09/01367/LBC Installation of New Wood Burning Stove and Flue approved 31 st December 2009.

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Development Plan

The site is identified as being within the Rural Investment Area in the Southern Area Local Plan 2008, to which Policy ENV8 applies.

Consultations

No consultation were required in the assessment of this application.

Rewesentations

No letters of representation have been received following the neighbour notification and press advertisement procedures.

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8. Plannina Assessment

8.1 In accordance with Section 25 of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997, planning decisions must be made in accordance with the development plan unless material considerations indicate otherwise.

8.2 It should be noted that the application raises no strategic issues. This application must therefore be assessed against the relevant development plan policies of the Southern Area Local Plan 2008. The site is within an area designated as the Rural Investment Area in the Southern Area Local Plan 2008 to which policy ENV8 applies. Policies HSGI 2 (House Extensions) and ENV18 (Listed Buildings) are also relevant.

Adopted Local Plan:

8.3 Policy ENV8 seeks to protect the Countryside and will not normally permit development other than that which relates to agriculture or other appropriate rural uses. The principle of the development is acceptable as it relates to the existing dwelling as approved in 2004. The stable block/store is a compatible use associated with the dwelling as such is held to comply with policy ENV8.

Policy HSG12 states that in determining applications for extensions, the Council will take account of the size, proportion and positioning of the extension; the effect on private garden ground; the impact on the streetscene; parking provision; and its external appearance and detailed design elements. Although sizeable, the proposed structure will tie in with the sizeable retaining structure located to the rear of the site. It will mark a visual improvement on this section of the site, in that the stable block will present an attractive principle elevation through the use of timber style barn doors supplemented with a neutral pallet of materials. Furthermore the proposed detached building will project no further into the site than the existing retaining structure and storage area and its visual impact will be suitably lessened as the structure is to cut into the exiting slope to the south east of the site. The proposed footbridge located in the rear corner of the building is considered acceptable as it is to be finished in materials to match and will mirror the existing small footbridge on the adjacent wing of the building. The proposed development will have no significant impact on the listed building given its screened location and the remaining amount of useable garden ground and parking for the dwelling will remain well in excess of the Council’s minimum standards.

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8.5 Policy ENV18 indicates that the Council will resist proposals which would harm the historic or architectural interest of a listed building but will encourage proposals, which enhance the character of a listed building. The proposed development is considered to have a minimal impact on the category C(S) listed building, which has been used as a dwelling for approximately 3 years now, following the approval of the 2004 change of use application. The proposed footbridge is considered to have a minimal impact on the building, whilst the stable blocWstore is considered to have a marked improvement on the unsightly retaining structure within the rear garden area. It is considered that the proposal seeks to preserve the original character of the building and its setting. In this regard the application is considered acceptable when assessed against Policy ENV18. It should be noted that the proposals for the alterations to the building are subject to a separate listed building application 10/00470/LBC which is currently under consideration.

Finalised Draft North Lanarkshire Local Plan:

8.6 A material consideration is the Finalised Draft North Lanarkshire Local Plan, however, the zoning and policy position remains unaltered from the Adopted Plan.

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a Conclusions

9.1 It is recognised that the proposal is in accordance with the adopted Local Plan as the proposals relate to the established residential property located within the Rural Investment Area. The impact of the development on the site and on the locale is acceptable given that the development has been designed and located to minimise any adverse effects to the setting of this listed building. Taking account of these matters it is recommended that planning permission be granted.

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Application No:

S/10/00607/FUL


Change of use of Open Space to Private Garden Ground and Erection of Double Garage

Site Address:

Millhouse Old Mill Road Allanton

Date Registered:

10th June 201 0

Applicant : Mr lain Telfer Millhouse Old Mill Road Allanton


Ward: 012 Fortissat Charles Cefferty, Malcolm McMillan, James Robertson.

Agent: Peter Robertson 6 Main Street Bothwell G718RF

Contrary to Development Plan: Yes

Representations: No letters of representation received.



The proposed development is considered to be an acceptable departure from the relevant policies of the Southern Area local Plan 2008 and the Finalised Draft North Lanarkshire Local Plan. The proposal is considered to be acceptable at this particular location. The nature of the site is such that the approval of this application would not set an undesirable precedent for other similar developments in the countryside and the proposal can be accommodated without detriment to the surrounding area.

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A PLANNING APPLICATION S / 10 I00607 I FUL

Change of use of Open Space to Prkate Garden Ground and Erection of Double Garage

Millhouse, Old Mill Road, Allanton

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Reason: To accord with the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997 (as amended by the Planning etc (Scotland) Act 2006).

That, except as may otherwise be agreed in writing by the Planning Authority, the development shall be implemented in accordance with drawing numbers;- 01; Block Plan and location Plan

Reason: To clarify the drawings on which this approval of permission is founded



That BEFORE the development hereby permitted starts, full details of the facing materials to be used on all external walls, windows and roof shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority and the development shall thereafter be implemented in accordance with the details approved under the terms of this condition. Notwithstanding the terms of this condition the proposed garage shall be finished a flat profiled (Dark Grey) tile (roof) and the walls shall be finished in light coloured render.


That BEFORE the development hereby permitted starts, full details of the design and location of all fences and walls to be erected on the site shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority. For the avoidance of doubt no walls or fences shall exceed 1 metre in height. Thereafter any walls or fences erected shall be implemented as per the approved details.


That the use of the garage/workshop hereby permitted shall be restricted to private use incidental to the enjoyment of the dwellinghouse on the site and no commercial activity shall be carried out, in, or from, the garage.

Reason: In the interests of residential amenity and in order that the Planning Authority can retain effective control of the site.

Notwithstanding the plans hereby approved, the garage/workshop hereby approved shall not be used as a separate residential unit and shall remain ancillary to the existing residential dwelling.

Reason: To allow the Planning Authority to retain effective control.

That notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (Scotland) Order 1992, no development shall take place within the curtilage of the dwellinghouse hereby permitted, other than that expressly authorised by this permission.

Reason: To enable the Planning Authority to retain effective control.

That no open air storage of materials; shall take place within the application site.

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Reason: In the interest of the amenity of the site and the general area.

10. That within 4 weeks of the development hereby permitted being occupied or brought into use a Notice of Completion shall be submitted to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority.


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Any person wishing to inspect these documents should contact Mr Edward McLennaghan at 01 698 2741 13

Report Date:

1 st July 201 0

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Site Description

The application site is located adjacent to Old Mill Road and consists of an area of rough ground/grassland adjacent to the applicant’s existing curtilage. The piece of ground largely consists of a hard standing area, driveway and site of a former outbuilding associated with the previous cottage at this location, a small area of grassland is also included.


The application seeks planning permission for the change of use of this area of land to private garden ground and the erection of a double garage/workshop associated with the existing dwelling. The propose building would measure approximately 63m2 and be approximately 6.3m in height. The building will incorporate a garage and workshop on the ground floor with a store in the attic space of the building. The building will be finished in light render and tiles to match the existing dwelling. The garage will utilise an existing access to the site and the applicant has confirmed that the building will not be used for any commercial purposes.

Applicant’s Surmortinu Information

The applicant has provided no supporting information with respect to the application.

Site History

The application site has been subject to a planning application which is of relevance which is a follows:

i) 07/01 494/FUL Construction of Replacement Dwellinghouse. Approved 6‘h February 2008.

Development Plan

The site lies within an area covered by ENV 8 (Rural Investment Areas) in the Southern Area local Plan 2008.

Representations

Following the standard neighbour notification process and newspaper advertisement, no letters of representation have been received with regard to the proposed development.

Planninu Assessment

In accordance with Section 25 of Town and Country Planning (Scotland) Act 1997, planning decisions must be made in accordance with development plan unless material considerations indicate otherwise. The application raises no strategic issues; it can be assessed in terms of the local plan policy. The site is zoned as Policy ENV 8 (Rural Investment Areas) in the Southern Area Local Plan 2008.

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Adopted Local Plan:

7.2 Policy ENV8 states that the Council will not normally permit development other than that directly associated with an appropriate rural use. The associated text outlines that any proposed development will require to be justified in terms of various criteria including:- economic benefit, specific locational need, infrastructure implications, and environmental impact. The proposed development will not offer any economic benefit to the area given its residential nature. The proposals have a specific locational need in that the extension of the garden area is associated with the adjacent dwellinghouse. The proposed development will have no infrastructure implications as it proposes to utilise an existing access and would be restricted to private use incidental to the enjoyment of the dwellinghouse, with no commercial activities carried out. The proposals will have a minimal environment impact given that the site in question is a parcel of land adjacent to the existing curtilage most of which previously formed part of the curtilage of the house that used to be located at this site and was demolished and replaced by the applicants dwelling. Most of the area of ground to be incorporated within the garden appears semi derelict in this regard and is in stark contrast to the wider countryside around the site. A small portion of grass land is included but this is to allow a regular shaped boundary to be formed. Given that most of the land to be included is semi derelict in appearance combined with its historic association with the house at this site the proposed development is not considered to be an isolated development. The extension of the garden ground at this location would therefore not set an undesirable precedent for other similar developments as it can be justified as an acceptable natural extension of the existing built fabric given the condition of the land and its previous uses, offering little chance of further intrusion into the surrounding countryside. The proposed design and finish of the building, boundary treatments such as fencing and walls and the use of the building for domestic purposes only, are also regulated by recommended conditions. The proposed development is considered to be an acceptable departure from policy ENV 8.

Finalised Draft North Lanarkshire Local Plan:

7.3 A material consideration is the Finalised Draft North Lanarkshire Local Plan; however the zoning and policy position remains unaltered from the Adopted Plan.

8. Conclusions

8.1 The proposed garden ground extension and building are considered to be acceptable at this particular location. The small amount of countryside to be incorporated to allow the rounding off of the site boundary is not significant and the remainder of the area was previously part of the cartilage of a house at this site. It is considered that the approval of this application would not set an undesirable precedent for other similar developments in the countryside. The proposed development is therefore considered an acceptable departure from local plan policy and is recommended for approval subject to the conditions above.

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Documents

North Lanarkshire Council · Workman N/10/00493/FUL Mr Mohammed ... N/10/00593/FUL North Lanarkshire Council N/10/00646/FUL North Lanarkshire Leisure N/10/00672/FUL North Lanarkshire