Erection of four storey 3no bedroom dwelling at 31 Eldred Avenue, Brighton

“The planning team leader introduced the application to the committee.”

“Councillor Pickett was informed that condition 10 required the crossover to be constructed before the first occupation. The transport team have raised no objections and find the scheme acceptable. It was noted that at 9.35 in the report: there would be an increase in trips as a result of the proposed development, but this is unlikely to have a significant impact on the public highway capacity, therefore the crossover was acceptable.”

“Councillor Lyons was against the application. Although the extra house was welcome, the proposals would be crammed in the southern part of the street. Parking was an issue on this busy road, and the design was out of keeping with the area.”

“Councillor Sheard supported the application as they considered it would add one house to the housing stock and the scheme would not have much impact. The councillor wanted to encourage this style of development, which they considered quirky. There was no material reason to refuse the application, which would have a minor impact on the highways.”

“A vote was held and by 8 to 1 against, the committee agreed to grant planning permission.”

“RESOLVED: That the Committee has taken into consideration and agrees with the reasons for the recommendation set out in the report and resolves to GRANT planning permission subject to the Conditions and Informatives in the report.”