Agenda item

Five objectors attended the meeting and spoke against the application.  They had various reason for objecting to the application.  These included the area not being the right location, and far too close to neighbouring properties that had four industrial waste bins situated near their houses. They stated they had to put up with increased noise, bad smells, increased traffic and additional lighting. In presenting their case, they urged the committee to refuse the application due to their loss of privacy and detrimental effects it was having on their quality of life. 

The agent outlined the application and background to the well established holiday park that had received a great deal of investment, and had brought benefits and business to the area.  He indicated that the applicant had worked with the Planning Officer for the best possible scheme and the officer had recommended approval. 

The applicant also addressed the committee indicating it would only be used for lodges rather than touring and camping. He stated that lodge owners were invested in the park and the area, and liked a peaceful location to live. The reception area was required for the business, and to have a location for point of interest to the residents. He also stated that the waste bins could be moved.

Cllr Mitchell spoke as the Local Ward member and indicted that whilst he was not totally against the lodges, he was against touring and camping on the site.  He felt that the residents were effected by the site and their quality of life was compromised. 

Cllr J Davison having visited the site felt it was far too close to the proximity of the neighbouring properties and was surprised the site had been given permission. He stated the access road was very narrow with no passing places, and he could not support the application due to its detrimental effects it would have on the landscape.

Cllr Grant said he had nothing against the site, but could not support the application due to its proximity to the local residents.

Cllr Bell stated that he was minded to grant permission with conditions, as there were risks by refusing it, and could attract more touring caravans if the lodges were not approved.

It was moved by Cllr J Davison and seconded by Cllr Ross –

That planning permission be refused for the following reasons –

The proposed development would adversely affect the character, appearance and setting of the historic landscape of the Isle of Axholme, a heritage asset of national significance, contrary to policies LC14, LC7, RD2 and DS1 of the North Lincolnshire Local Plan, and policies CS5 and CS6 of the North Lincolnshire Core Strategy.

Also, the proposed development would not be in accordance with paragraphs 197 and 206 of the National Planning Policy Framework as it would not make a positive contribution to local character and distinctiveness, and would

detract from the significance of the historic landscape in this location. The proposals therefore fail the key objective of the NPPF to conserve the historic environment for this and future generations.

Motion Carried.