Restaurant with takeaway at 235 Stonelaw Road, Rutherglen

“Site Description 2.1. The application site is the former petrol station site at 235 Stonelaw Road, Rutherglen. The site is located within a local centre as designated in the adopted South Lanarkshire Local Development Plan 2 (SLLDP2). The site is currently vacant and has fencing around its perimeter with double gates facing onto Stonelaw Road.”

“The site is bound to the north and east by the two flatted blocks collectively known as Stonelaw Towers. There is a 3-metre-high wall separating the site and the closest of the residential blocks to the east, which lies approximately 15m away from the wall. To the south is a Tesco food store, and to the west is Stonelaw Road and the junction with Viewpark Drive, with residential properties opposite.”

“Relevant Planning History 4.1. The site was originally a petrol filling station with associated shop. A number of applications have been granted at the site over the last 15 years which includes a temporary hand car wash, an office with ancillary external display and storage area, and permission in principle for a residential development. It is noted the latter two were never implemented.”

“In this case, the proposal is to use the site for a restaurant with ancillary takeaway facility which is an acceptable use within a local centre. As the site is currently vacant, there would be no adverse impact on the retail mix within Burnside. It is therefore considered the proposal is consistent with Policy 27 of NPF4 and Policy 9 of SLLDP2.”

“Conclusion In conclusion, a full assessment of the proposal against the development plan has been carried out above. It is considered that the proposal will not result in any significant adverse amenity, environmental or safety impacts, and therefore complies with the relevant policies of the adopted National Planning Framework 4 and the adopted South Lanarkshire Local Development Plan 2.”

“Consultations 6.1. Burnside Community Council – Support redevelopment of the site but queried the parking numbers, the position of the access and the refuse and recycling storage arrangements. Response: The issues raised are discussed in the assessment below.”

“Roads Development Management – No objections to the proposed development, however, conditions recommended on parking standards, drainage and access arrangements. They have also requested the submission and approval of a Construction Traffic Management Plan to minimise the impact of any construction upon the surrounding area. Response: Noted. Appropriate conditions and advisories can be attached to any consent issued.”

“Parking and access issues • Increased traffic congestion and impact on road safety • Noise, disturbance and loss of privacy for residents • Increased odours, littering and vermin • No requirement for additional food outlet • Site is currently unsecured • Previous consent wasn’t implemented…”

“Contributes to local economy • Additional service for local residents • Visual improvement to the area • Re-use of vacant site • Healthy competition for existing businesses…”

“There followed a discussion on the application during which the Chair and officers responded to members’ questions on aspects of the report.”

“The Committee decided: that planning application P/25/1031 by MN Ayub and MU Rashid for the erection of a restaurant with ancillary takeaway, new vehicular access, parking and associated works at land at former petrol station, 235 Stonelaw Road, Rutherglen be granted subject to the conditions specified in the Executive Director’s report.”