New extraction system at 1074 London Road, Thornton Heath

The site and surroundings

The site is a three-storey building in a terrace of 11 buildings, with an office at ground floor and commercial designations.

“The application site comprises a three storey building which forms part of a terrace of 11 buildings under a flat roof. The building is set back from the road by a wide pavement and has an office at ground floor level.”

“The site is designated as being within a Local Area, a Primary Shopping Area and a Main Retail Frontage. The site has a PTAL 2 and the site is at very low risk of surface water flooding; however, groundwater flooding is possible when existing levels are high.”

Officer report

Earlier application and appeal

An earlier flue proposal was refused and its appeal dismissed because its side position, height and finish would harm the building and area.

“The appeal was dismissed on the grounds that the location of the proposed flue on the side of the application building would be clearly visible from London Road. The proposed flue would introduce a metal structure, which would appear prominent against the brick side elevation to which it would be attached. Given its height it would also sit above the roof of the building, which would add to its prominence.”

“The Inspector noted that “Whilst extraction flues of the type proposed are clearly visible along the rear elevation of the wider terrace when passing the entrance to the rear alleyway on Warwick Road, they are not a feature that prevails in views along this part of London Road.”

Officer report

Officers’ recommendation

Officers recommended granting permission with conditions covering design, ducting, odour, noise, hours, deliveries, fire safety and other matters.

“RECOMMENDATION 2.1 That the Planning Committee resolve to GRANT planning permission 2.2 That the Director of Planning and Sustainable Regeneration is delegated authority to issue the planning permission and impose conditions and informatives to secure the following matters:”

“Compliance Conditions 5. In accordance with fire safety information submitted with the application. Materials to match the existing 7. Hours of Use 8. The proposed ventilation system shall comply with the noise impact assessment by DAA Group dated 27/06/2. The proposed ventilation system shall comply with the Kitchen Extraction and Odour Control System Proposal by Fan Services Ltd dated 27/06/24. Delivery and Servicing Plan 11.”

Officer report

Neighbour objections

Thirty-six individual responses objected, raising concerns about light, noise, design, overlooking, amenity, traffic, pollution, trees and food-shop numbers.

“Summary of objections Officer Response Loss of light The application scheme would not result in any loss of light to neighbouring occupants. This is discussed further in paragraph 8.18 and 8.19 Noise Please see Paragraph 8.19 and 8.20 of report below Obtrusive by design Please see Paragraphs 8.8 to 8.20 of report below Over Development The proposed development is for a ventilation system a change of use and does not involve building works to extend the existing building.”

“Detrimental impact on tree(s) There are no nearby trees effected by the proposal The scheme would cause Infrastructure problems, safety concerns, and environmental impacts Subject to conditions the proposed flue would not cause pollution or any issues associated with infrastructure.”

Officer report

Who spoke

The report was presented by a team leader, and no registered speakers addressed the committee.

Committee discussion

The committee deliberated and considered a motion to grant the application based on the officer recommendation.

“There were no registered speakers. The Committee deliberated.”

“The motion to GRANT the application based on the officer’s recommendation, was proposed by the Chair. This was seconded by Councillor Humayun Kabir.”

Minutes

The vote

Six members voted in favour, with none voting against and no abstentions.

“The motion to GRANT the application was taken to a vote and carried with six members voting in favour, no members voting against and no abstentions.”

Minutes

The decision

The committee resolved to grant the application.

“Therefore, the Committee RESOLVED to GRANT the application for 1074 London Road, Thornton Heath, CR7 7ND.”

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