Larger bin store at Dorsten Square, Bewbush, Crawley

“Planning permission is sought for a larger bin store to house 9 bins, it would have a flat roof and measure 5.1m in width, 3.9m in length and 2.5m in height with a footprint of 20sqm. The proposed bin store would be finished in cement fibre cladding boards.”

“The application site comprises part of the car parking area to the east of Dorsten Square neighbourhood parade, comprising shops with flats above. The site is owned by Crawley Borough Council and is accessed via Goodwin Close. To the north and east of the site are residential houses and further to the south of the site is Tots Pre-School, Bewbush Children and Family Centre and Crawley Bewbush Family Hub; to the south west is the Bewbush Centre.”

“Within the car park is an existing bin store for use by the residents of the flats, located to the rear of 11 and 12 Dorsten Square and which measures 4.7m in length and 1.4m in width with a capacity for 3 bins.”

“The proposed bin store, due to its siting, modest scale, design and relationship to adjoining buildings, would not adversely impact the amenities enjoyed by neighbouring premises by way of light loss, overbearing or dominant presence or outlook loss. The proposal is located within the car park of a busy neighbourhood shopping parade and would be sited in the same position as the existing structure. As such, the proposal is considered acceptable in this regard.”

“In conclusion, the bin store would upgrade and improve the existing refuse and recycling facilities for the flats. It is considered that the design and appearance of the proposed bin store is acceptable and would not have an adverse impact on the visual amenities of the street scene.”

“National Air Traffic Services (NATS) No objection 2. CBC Refuse & Recycling Team No objection 3. WSCC Highways No objection 4. CBC Property Division Comment concerning the bin store location restricting delivery access to 11 and 12 Dorsten Square.”

“The Committee then considered the application. Several Committee members expressed support for the application and the benefits it would bring to residents of the flats. Officers confirmed that access would be for residents only via an access code or key.”

“Committee members sought details about the impact of the application on access and parking. Officers gave assurance that the proposed 5.4 metre gap between the rear of 11 and 12 Dorsten Square and the bin store was sufficient for vehicular/servicing access. Further, the loss of one parking space was not deemed to have a significant detrimental impact on parking availability in the car park.”

“The Committee then moved to a vote on the recommendation set out in the report. The recommendation was moved by Councillor Rana as the Chair and seconded by Councillor LeTissier as the Vice-Chair.”

“Permit subject to the conditions set out in report PES/522a.”

“The development hereby permitted shall not be carried out other than in accordance with the approved plans as listed below save as varied by the conditions hereafter: (Drawing numbers to be added) REASON: For the avoidance of doubt and in the interests of proper planning.”

“The materials to be used in the development hereby permitted shall strictly accord with those indicated on the approved details associated with the application. REASON: In the interests of good design and visual amenity in accordance with Policies CL2 and DD1 of the Crawley Borough Local Plan 2023-2040 and the Urban Design Supplementary Planning Document.”