MINUTES of the MEETING of the PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE held on Wednesday 24 September 2008 in the COMMITTEE ROOM, KNEBWORTH VILLAGE HALL at 7.00 p.m.
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Present: Dr Graham Fothergill (Chairman), Mr John Bantick, Mr John Hunt, Mrs Rosemary Pateman, Ms Elisabeth Smith, Mr Robin Smith and the Clerk
Apologies: Mr Richard Haigh due to work commitments
In attendance: Mrs Carol Smith
1 member of the public
1. Declaration of Interests
Ms Smith declared that she had a non pecuniary interest in 15 Deards Wood
2. Minutes
It was proposed by Mr Smith, seconded by Dr Fothergill and
RESOLVED “that the Minutes of the Meeting of the Planning and Environment Committee, held on 8 September 2008 be approved.”
Agreed.
3. 08/1476/1HH 15 Deards Wood, Knebworth
Two storey front and rear extensions to western elevation. Single storey rear and side extension. Two storey flat roof glazed front entrance lobby
The committee discussed the proposed plans. There was a view that the building is already prominent and the application would not increase its dominance and there is a design mix of dwellings in the road. The majority of the committee had NO OBJECTIONS.
4. 08/01145/1HH 5 Swangleys Lane, Knebworth
Proposed two storey and first floor side extension. Single storey rear extension. Rear roof with steel balustrade and timber side screen panel. Front porch and addition of pitched roof to existing flat roof front projection
NO OBJECTIONS.
5. 08/01910/1HH 7a Stockens Green, Knebworth
Single storey front extension following demolition of existing porch and dining room extension. Single storey side extension following demolition of existing car port
NO OBJECTIONS.
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6. 08/01912/1AD 121 and Ground Floor Office, R/o121 London Road,
Knebworth
Advertisement consent: Non-illuminated sign on north west elevation and non-illuminated hanging sign to front elevation (121 London Road). 3 non-illuminated fascia signs above shutter enclosures (ground floor, rear of 121 London Road).
NO OBJECTIONS.
7. 08/02016/1HH 4 Oakfields Avenue, Knebworth
Single storey side extension following demolition of existing single storey rear extension and conservatory
NO OBJECTIONS.
8. Any Other Business
8.1 Footpath Station Road
Mr Smith requested that the footpath be cleared adjacent to the railway bridge. The clerk it so contact FCC.
8.2 Lights, Station Car Park
Mr Bantick reported that he had spoken with the attendant and the position of the lights has been adjusted.
8.3 Development - Watton Road, Oakfields Avenue, London Road and Hornbeam Spring
A real estate company has approached Knebworth residents with a proposition to develop part of their and their neighbours’ gardens. There is also a suggestion that the garages at Hornbeam Spring might be redeveloped.
8.4 Footpath, Old Knebworth Lane
Mrs Pateman requested that the footpath on Old Knebworth Lane be cleared. The clerk is to contact HCC.
8.5 Roadworks Gun Lane
HCC has postponed the road works on Gun Lane. The work will be part of a larger scheme next year.
8.6 Newton Woods, Three Valleys Water
Three Valleys is to replace a flow meter at Newton Woods. This is part of an SSSI and this is to be highlighted to Three Valleys Water.
8.7 Planning Regulations
Dr Fothergill distributed a newspaper article on the new planning regulations which come into effect from 1 October.
There being no other business the meeting closed at 7.50 pm
Wednesday, 24 September 2008
Wednesday, 10 September 2008
Finance and General Purposes - 10 September 2008
MINUTES of the MEETING of the FINANCE AND GENERAL PURPOSES COMMITTEE held on 10 September 2008 in the COMMITTEE ROOM, KNEBWORTH VILLAGE HALL
At 8.10 p.m.
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Present: Mr Anthony Titmarsh (Chairman), Mr John Bantick, Dr Graham Fothergill, Mr Ian Gilmore, Mr Richard Haigh, Mr Barry Hall, and the Clerk
Apologies: Ms Smith due to a prior engagement
1. Declaration of Interest
There were no declarations of interest.
2. Minutes
It was proposed by Mr Bantick, seconded by Dr Fothergill and
RESOLVED “that the Minutes of the Meeting of the Finance and General Purposes Committee Council, held on 18 June 2008, are approved and signed.”
Unanimously agreed.
3. Financial Review
The first half of the precept was received in April and the second on 8 September. Interest for the quarter although over budget has decreased due to reduced reserves. Expenditure at £10400 is 29% under budget due to no spending from the contingent fund or additional wage costs. The Festival account has now been closed with all funds transferred to the Festival Committee, which is now a registered charity.
The council income overall at £56118 exceeded budget for the quarter. Expenditure of £39320 was 3% under total budgeted expenditure. The council held £103,137 cash funds at the end of June with debtors and creditors balancing each other.
4. Report on Short Term Funds on Deposit
£80,000 is on deposit until 18 September at 3.5%. This will increase to £100,000 with the receipt of the second half of the precept.
5. Report on Parish Damage
The youth shelter has been vandalised with the radio being ripped out and graffiti painted and scratched onto the panels. There has been some damage at the pavilion on youth club nights with a door restraint being broken and a shutter coming out of its housing. The girls who caused the trouble have had their ASBO’s extended to cover North Herts.
6. Website
Mr Haigh has put some information on the website. There was discussion about content and this has to be clarified. It is proposed to have a search facility within the website.
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7. Footpath Lighting
There has been a request for lighting on the footpath from Pondcroft Road to Stevenage Road. Herts Highways has a quote for £8400 of which it will contribute 50%. NHDC has confirmed a grant of £3200 and has suggested that the Parish Council should contribute £1000. Footpath lighting is the responsibility of Herts County Council and not the Parish Council and there was a strong feeling that NHDC should not dictate how the Parish council spends its money. The clerk is to write to Cllr Bardett confirming that the Parish Council is unable to contribute to the cost.
8. Councillors’ Expenses and Allowances
Dr Fothergill and Mr Gilmore presented a paper for consideration on the pros and cons of councillors’ allowances and expenses. Information is to be sought from the Parish Remuneration Committee of the District Council and is to be discussed further at the Parish Council meeting. Any implementation of allowances would not be before April 2009.
9. Milestone
Herts Highways have provided a quote for the work of £590 and a cheque has been raised by the Parish Council to permit an order to be placed.
10. HCC Lease
Lambert Smith Hampton, HCC’s solicitors, has written with proposed heads of terms of a new lease. It proposes a 10 year lease with no parking, a rent of £150 per annum and a break clause with one year’s notice. The clerk has written requesting a 28 year lease and discussed at previous meetings, permission to park and the inclusion of the existing break clause which requires two years notice not be invoked for five years. A response has not yet been received.
11. Christmas Lights
Mr Titmarsh and Mr Hall have surveyed the brackets and power supplies. Rainbow Dry Cleaners has agreed to take the supply previously provided by Putterills. Mr Titmarsh is to seek approval from the practice manager at the surgery to install lights on the building.
Lamps and Tube has quoted £1565 to install lights. The clerk is to obtain a comparable quote from Mr Wright.
12. Books
Proposed by Mr Titmarsh seconded by Mr Hall and
RESOLVED that “the Parish Council purchase six copies of the Parish Councillor Guide at £14.50 each and one copy of the Councillor at £12.50 each to be used as reference books by the parish council and committee chairmen.”
Agreed.
Proposed by Mr Titmarsh, seconded by Mr Gilmore and
RESOLVED that”the Parish Council purchase Governance and Accountability for Local Councils at £20.00, Local Council Finance at £11.60 and Update to clerk’s manual at £17.00.
Agreed.
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13. Highway Repairs
Herts Highways has received a significant injection of funds. It is proposed to resurface the northern footpath of Station Road.
14. Parking
The Parking Initiative Group has met and a sub group plans to produce a questionnaire for distribution to the parish to help with forward thinking. Mr Hague Moss is to be asked to assist in the matter. The questionnaire is to be distributed either via the Parish News or the Parish Update. Henry Cobbold has agreed to put an electronic version on the net.
A professional survey may be sought but would cost approximately £30,000. The possible use of the field at Park Lane was mentioned and a request made to make Gipsy Lane one way southbound should it be taken forward.
15. Grant Applications
A grant application has been made to the Parish and enhancement Fund for £1300 for litter picking and two bins. The clerk is trying to obtain quotes to upgrade the gents’ toilets in the village hall but the builders are not forthcoming with the written quotes.
16. War Memorial
Dr Fothergill is to repaint the chain and posts. There is to be a joint Remembrance service with the family of churches. Mr Starkey has maintained the area well.
17 Computer
The clerk’s computer has broken down on several occasions this year and the council has spent £600 on repairs. There was a proposal to purchase a cheap second computer as a back up. The committee were informed that the hard drive needs to be used on a regular basis otherwise they tend to fail more readily. Mr Haigh suggested a Dell computer with a 24/7 warranty which ensures that there is a computer available on the next working day. Specifications and prices are to be obtained for the parish council meeting.
18. Any Other Business
18.1 Notice board
Dr Fothergill reported that he had received a complaint about the condition of the notice board on Station Road. He requested that the woodwork is painted, the baize and glazing replaced.
18.2 Parish Damage
The gateway at the north west side of Stevenage Road has not been repaired. The clerk is to contact Herts. highways.
18.3 Stockens Green/ Stockens Dell
Dr Fothergill reported that a contractor has used weed killer on the verge creating a 30 yard zig zag pattern. The clerk is to report the vandalism to NDHC.
18.4 Dog Bins
Mr Titmarsh requested that a dog bin be installed on the footpath from Gun Road Gardens to Cherry Close. The clerk is to contact NHDC.
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18.5 Supplementary Planning Obligations
The clerk is to write to NHDC for information on monies received under the supplementary planning obligations for Knebworth.
18.6 Lights, The Station
Mr Titmarsh complained about the new lights installed on the Station building are too bright. Other councillors did not consider them to be a problem.
18.7 Litter Bin, Railway Bridge
Mr Hall reported that the paving slab has been replaced under the litter bin next to the bridge.
18.8 Bin
Mr Titmarsh has received a request for a bin to be installed on the bridleway starting at the corner of Oakfield’s Avenue. The clerk is to pass on the request o NHDC.
There being no other business the meeting closed at 10.10 pm.
At 8.10 p.m.
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Present: Mr Anthony Titmarsh (Chairman), Mr John Bantick, Dr Graham Fothergill, Mr Ian Gilmore, Mr Richard Haigh, Mr Barry Hall, and the Clerk
Apologies: Ms Smith due to a prior engagement
1. Declaration of Interest
There were no declarations of interest.
2. Minutes
It was proposed by Mr Bantick, seconded by Dr Fothergill and
RESOLVED “that the Minutes of the Meeting of the Finance and General Purposes Committee Council, held on 18 June 2008, are approved and signed.”
Unanimously agreed.
3. Financial Review
The first half of the precept was received in April and the second on 8 September. Interest for the quarter although over budget has decreased due to reduced reserves. Expenditure at £10400 is 29% under budget due to no spending from the contingent fund or additional wage costs. The Festival account has now been closed with all funds transferred to the Festival Committee, which is now a registered charity.
The council income overall at £56118 exceeded budget for the quarter. Expenditure of £39320 was 3% under total budgeted expenditure. The council held £103,137 cash funds at the end of June with debtors and creditors balancing each other.
4. Report on Short Term Funds on Deposit
£80,000 is on deposit until 18 September at 3.5%. This will increase to £100,000 with the receipt of the second half of the precept.
5. Report on Parish Damage
The youth shelter has been vandalised with the radio being ripped out and graffiti painted and scratched onto the panels. There has been some damage at the pavilion on youth club nights with a door restraint being broken and a shutter coming out of its housing. The girls who caused the trouble have had their ASBO’s extended to cover North Herts.
6. Website
Mr Haigh has put some information on the website. There was discussion about content and this has to be clarified. It is proposed to have a search facility within the website.
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7. Footpath Lighting
There has been a request for lighting on the footpath from Pondcroft Road to Stevenage Road. Herts Highways has a quote for £8400 of which it will contribute 50%. NHDC has confirmed a grant of £3200 and has suggested that the Parish Council should contribute £1000. Footpath lighting is the responsibility of Herts County Council and not the Parish Council and there was a strong feeling that NHDC should not dictate how the Parish council spends its money. The clerk is to write to Cllr Bardett confirming that the Parish Council is unable to contribute to the cost.
8. Councillors’ Expenses and Allowances
Dr Fothergill and Mr Gilmore presented a paper for consideration on the pros and cons of councillors’ allowances and expenses. Information is to be sought from the Parish Remuneration Committee of the District Council and is to be discussed further at the Parish Council meeting. Any implementation of allowances would not be before April 2009.
9. Milestone
Herts Highways have provided a quote for the work of £590 and a cheque has been raised by the Parish Council to permit an order to be placed.
10. HCC Lease
Lambert Smith Hampton, HCC’s solicitors, has written with proposed heads of terms of a new lease. It proposes a 10 year lease with no parking, a rent of £150 per annum and a break clause with one year’s notice. The clerk has written requesting a 28 year lease and discussed at previous meetings, permission to park and the inclusion of the existing break clause which requires two years notice not be invoked for five years. A response has not yet been received.
11. Christmas Lights
Mr Titmarsh and Mr Hall have surveyed the brackets and power supplies. Rainbow Dry Cleaners has agreed to take the supply previously provided by Putterills. Mr Titmarsh is to seek approval from the practice manager at the surgery to install lights on the building.
Lamps and Tube has quoted £1565 to install lights. The clerk is to obtain a comparable quote from Mr Wright.
12. Books
Proposed by Mr Titmarsh seconded by Mr Hall and
RESOLVED that “the Parish Council purchase six copies of the Parish Councillor Guide at £14.50 each and one copy of the Councillor at £12.50 each to be used as reference books by the parish council and committee chairmen.”
Agreed.
Proposed by Mr Titmarsh, seconded by Mr Gilmore and
RESOLVED that”the Parish Council purchase Governance and Accountability for Local Councils at £20.00, Local Council Finance at £11.60 and Update to clerk’s manual at £17.00.
Agreed.
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13. Highway Repairs
Herts Highways has received a significant injection of funds. It is proposed to resurface the northern footpath of Station Road.
14. Parking
The Parking Initiative Group has met and a sub group plans to produce a questionnaire for distribution to the parish to help with forward thinking. Mr Hague Moss is to be asked to assist in the matter. The questionnaire is to be distributed either via the Parish News or the Parish Update. Henry Cobbold has agreed to put an electronic version on the net.
A professional survey may be sought but would cost approximately £30,000. The possible use of the field at Park Lane was mentioned and a request made to make Gipsy Lane one way southbound should it be taken forward.
15. Grant Applications
A grant application has been made to the Parish and enhancement Fund for £1300 for litter picking and two bins. The clerk is trying to obtain quotes to upgrade the gents’ toilets in the village hall but the builders are not forthcoming with the written quotes.
16. War Memorial
Dr Fothergill is to repaint the chain and posts. There is to be a joint Remembrance service with the family of churches. Mr Starkey has maintained the area well.
17 Computer
The clerk’s computer has broken down on several occasions this year and the council has spent £600 on repairs. There was a proposal to purchase a cheap second computer as a back up. The committee were informed that the hard drive needs to be used on a regular basis otherwise they tend to fail more readily. Mr Haigh suggested a Dell computer with a 24/7 warranty which ensures that there is a computer available on the next working day. Specifications and prices are to be obtained for the parish council meeting.
18. Any Other Business
18.1 Notice board
Dr Fothergill reported that he had received a complaint about the condition of the notice board on Station Road. He requested that the woodwork is painted, the baize and glazing replaced.
18.2 Parish Damage
The gateway at the north west side of Stevenage Road has not been repaired. The clerk is to contact Herts. highways.
18.3 Stockens Green/ Stockens Dell
Dr Fothergill reported that a contractor has used weed killer on the verge creating a 30 yard zig zag pattern. The clerk is to report the vandalism to NDHC.
18.4 Dog Bins
Mr Titmarsh requested that a dog bin be installed on the footpath from Gun Road Gardens to Cherry Close. The clerk is to contact NHDC.
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18.5 Supplementary Planning Obligations
The clerk is to write to NHDC for information on monies received under the supplementary planning obligations for Knebworth.
18.6 Lights, The Station
Mr Titmarsh complained about the new lights installed on the Station building are too bright. Other councillors did not consider them to be a problem.
18.7 Litter Bin, Railway Bridge
Mr Hall reported that the paving slab has been replaced under the litter bin next to the bridge.
18.8 Bin
Mr Titmarsh has received a request for a bin to be installed on the bridleway starting at the corner of Oakfield’s Avenue. The clerk is to pass on the request o NHDC.
There being no other business the meeting closed at 10.10 pm.
Village Hall - 10 September 2008
MINUTES of the MEETING of the VILLAGE HALL COMMITTEE held on
Wednesday 10 September 2008 in the COMMITTEE ROOM, KNEBWORTH
VILLAGE HALL at 7.30 p.m.
_____________________________________________________________
Present: Mr Barry Hall (Chairman) John Bantick, Mr Ian Gilmore,
Mr John Hunt, Mrs Caroline Presland, Mr Anthony Titmarsh and the Clerk
Apologies: None
1. Declaration of Interests
There were no declarations of interest
2. Minutes
It was proposed by Mr Titmarsh, seconded by Mr Hall and
RESOLVED “that the Minutes of the meeting of the Village Hall Committee, held on 18 June 2008, be approved and signed.”
Unanimously agreed.
3 Financial Review
Income for the first quarter is £5124, 19% over budget. Expenditure at £7661 is 19% under budget. No capital expenditure has been incurred.
4. Fire Exit
The single door from the committee room is often left locked when the room is occupied. This contravenes fire regulations. Alternative solutions to a dead lock were discussed but it was agreed that the lock would be removed to ensure it remains open.
5. Weekend Hire
The hall bookings have increased this year and there is often more than one booking over a weekend. It is necessary for someone to ensure that the floor is clean for the next hire. This is not part of the caretaker’s contract and the clerk has been undertaking the role where necessary. However it can take between one and two hours to ensure the hall is ready for the next hirer. Unless an alternative solution is found the clerk is unable to take more than one booking at the weekend.
The committee recommended employing a weekend cleaner. This would be an ad hoc service. The clerk is to contact Woolmer Green Parish Council which employs a weekend cleaner for its hall. Mrs Presland is aware of a cleaning agency which might be able take on the role.
6. Disabled Ramp
The clerk is still trying to obtain further quotes for a grant application. A suggestion from one contractor proposed the steps stay in their current location and the ramp is brought straight out central to the platform. One and a half car parking spaces would still be lost but the
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ramp would not interfere with the gas main or the drains. The committee did not approve or reject the proposal.
7. Equipment
The committee requested a quote for a chair transporter to carry 8-10 chairs rather than 4.
8. Any Other Business
8.1 RAG Weekend Hire
The committee agreed that the hall should not be let to students, wishing to use it for a sleepover prior to visiting Stevenage as part of a RAG weekend.
8.2 Premises Supervisor
Mr TItmarsh informed the committee that there are changes proposed regarding the requirement for an individual to be responsible for the license of a village hall. The clerk is currently the designated premises supervisor
There being no other business the meeting closed at 8.07pm
Wednesday 10 September 2008 in the COMMITTEE ROOM, KNEBWORTH
VILLAGE HALL at 7.30 p.m.
_____________________________________________________________
Present: Mr Barry Hall (Chairman) John Bantick, Mr Ian Gilmore,
Mr John Hunt, Mrs Caroline Presland, Mr Anthony Titmarsh and the Clerk
Apologies: None
1. Declaration of Interests
There were no declarations of interest
2. Minutes
It was proposed by Mr Titmarsh, seconded by Mr Hall and
RESOLVED “that the Minutes of the meeting of the Village Hall Committee, held on 18 June 2008, be approved and signed.”
Unanimously agreed.
3 Financial Review
Income for the first quarter is £5124, 19% over budget. Expenditure at £7661 is 19% under budget. No capital expenditure has been incurred.
4. Fire Exit
The single door from the committee room is often left locked when the room is occupied. This contravenes fire regulations. Alternative solutions to a dead lock were discussed but it was agreed that the lock would be removed to ensure it remains open.
5. Weekend Hire
The hall bookings have increased this year and there is often more than one booking over a weekend. It is necessary for someone to ensure that the floor is clean for the next hire. This is not part of the caretaker’s contract and the clerk has been undertaking the role where necessary. However it can take between one and two hours to ensure the hall is ready for the next hirer. Unless an alternative solution is found the clerk is unable to take more than one booking at the weekend.
The committee recommended employing a weekend cleaner. This would be an ad hoc service. The clerk is to contact Woolmer Green Parish Council which employs a weekend cleaner for its hall. Mrs Presland is aware of a cleaning agency which might be able take on the role.
6. Disabled Ramp
The clerk is still trying to obtain further quotes for a grant application. A suggestion from one contractor proposed the steps stay in their current location and the ramp is brought straight out central to the platform. One and a half car parking spaces would still be lost but the
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ramp would not interfere with the gas main or the drains. The committee did not approve or reject the proposal.
7. Equipment
The committee requested a quote for a chair transporter to carry 8-10 chairs rather than 4.
8. Any Other Business
8.1 RAG Weekend Hire
The committee agreed that the hall should not be let to students, wishing to use it for a sleepover prior to visiting Stevenage as part of a RAG weekend.
8.2 Premises Supervisor
Mr TItmarsh informed the committee that there are changes proposed regarding the requirement for an individual to be responsible for the license of a village hall. The clerk is currently the designated premises supervisor
There being no other business the meeting closed at 8.07pm
Monday, 8 September 2008
Planning - 8 September 2008
MINUTES of the MEETING of the PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE held on Monday 8 September 2008 in the COMMITTEE ROOM, KNEBWORTH VILLAGE HALL at 7.00 p.m.
_____________________________________________________________
Present: Dr Graham Fothergill (Chairman), Ms Elisabeth Smith Mr Robin Smith and the Clerk
Apologies: Mr Richard Haigh and Mr John Hunt due to work commitments
Absent Mrs Rosemary Pateman
In attendance: Mrs Jane Gray (NHDC)
3 members of the public
1. Declaration of Interests
Ms Smith declared that she had a non pecuniary interest in 15 Deards Wood
Dr Fothergill declared that he had a non pecuniary interest in 33 Stockens Green .
2. Minutes
It was proposed by Dr Fothergill, seconded by Ms Smith and
RESOLVED “that the Minutes of the Meeting of the Planning and Environment Committee, held on 18 August 2008 be approved.”
Agreed.
3. 08/1476/1HH 15 Deards Wood, Knebworth
Two storey front and rear extensions to western elevation. Single storey rear and side extension. Two storey flat roof glazed front entrance lobby
The committee considered the render and timber cladding to be out of character with the immediate surrounding properties. The location of the dwelling is in a prominent location in the road and would have a significant impact on its surroundings. The large glazed double height lobby is not in keeping. The front extension appears to be forward of the building line. The committee therefore OBJECTS. Following the vote the chairman noted that the meeting was not quorate for this application and recommended that a final decision be taken at the next planning meeting.
4. 08/01850/1HH 32 Pondcroft Road, Knebworth
Rear flat roofed dormer window
NO OBJECTIONS
5. 08/01663/1HH 33 Stockens Green, Knebworth
Single storey front/side extension
NO OBJECTIONS
6. 08/01069/1HH Havant, Gipsy Lane, Knebworth
Rear conservatory and garden shed
NO OBJECTIONS
7. 08/01372/1LB 53 Park Lane, Knebworth
New windows and steel flue to south elevation, door canopy to west elevation and minor alterations
The committee had NO OBJECTIONS to the revised plans.
8. Any Other Business
8.1 73 Park Lane, Knebworth
Dr Fothergill reported that the owner had not yet confirmed that the paddock had been part of the garden for the appropriate period of time and was surprised that work was continuing on the garage. He believed that there was a holding enforcement notice on the development.
8.2 Delicatessen, Station Road
Herts Letting in Station Road is being converted to a delicatessen, selling sushi and other cold food. It is planned to stay open until 7.00pm. The property previously had retail usage.
8.3 Roadworks, Gun Lane
The clerk is to contact Mr Jack regarding the proposed work on Gun Lane which is already two months overdue.
8.4 Deards End Lane, Conservation Area
Dr Fothergill handed out the advertisement of the adopted schedule for Deards End Lane conservation area.
There being no other business the meeting closed at 8.10 pm
_____________________________________________________________
Present: Dr Graham Fothergill (Chairman), Ms Elisabeth Smith Mr Robin Smith and the Clerk
Apologies: Mr Richard Haigh and Mr John Hunt due to work commitments
Absent Mrs Rosemary Pateman
In attendance: Mrs Jane Gray (NHDC)
3 members of the public
1. Declaration of Interests
Ms Smith declared that she had a non pecuniary interest in 15 Deards Wood
Dr Fothergill declared that he had a non pecuniary interest in 33 Stockens Green .
2. Minutes
It was proposed by Dr Fothergill, seconded by Ms Smith and
RESOLVED “that the Minutes of the Meeting of the Planning and Environment Committee, held on 18 August 2008 be approved.”
Agreed.
3. 08/1476/1HH 15 Deards Wood, Knebworth
Two storey front and rear extensions to western elevation. Single storey rear and side extension. Two storey flat roof glazed front entrance lobby
The committee considered the render and timber cladding to be out of character with the immediate surrounding properties. The location of the dwelling is in a prominent location in the road and would have a significant impact on its surroundings. The large glazed double height lobby is not in keeping. The front extension appears to be forward of the building line. The committee therefore OBJECTS. Following the vote the chairman noted that the meeting was not quorate for this application and recommended that a final decision be taken at the next planning meeting.
4. 08/01850/1HH 32 Pondcroft Road, Knebworth
Rear flat roofed dormer window
NO OBJECTIONS
5. 08/01663/1HH 33 Stockens Green, Knebworth
Single storey front/side extension
NO OBJECTIONS
6. 08/01069/1HH Havant, Gipsy Lane, Knebworth
Rear conservatory and garden shed
NO OBJECTIONS
7. 08/01372/1LB 53 Park Lane, Knebworth
New windows and steel flue to south elevation, door canopy to west elevation and minor alterations
The committee had NO OBJECTIONS to the revised plans.
8. Any Other Business
8.1 73 Park Lane, Knebworth
Dr Fothergill reported that the owner had not yet confirmed that the paddock had been part of the garden for the appropriate period of time and was surprised that work was continuing on the garage. He believed that there was a holding enforcement notice on the development.
8.2 Delicatessen, Station Road
Herts Letting in Station Road is being converted to a delicatessen, selling sushi and other cold food. It is planned to stay open until 7.00pm. The property previously had retail usage.
8.3 Roadworks, Gun Lane
The clerk is to contact Mr Jack regarding the proposed work on Gun Lane which is already two months overdue.
8.4 Deards End Lane, Conservation Area
Dr Fothergill handed out the advertisement of the adopted schedule for Deards End Lane conservation area.
There being no other business the meeting closed at 8.10 pm
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