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Meeting Agenda:

Planning and Transport

Meeting Date: Monday 18 Jul 2022
Time: 19:30
Councillors Jon Aldridge Vice-Chairman, Angela Baker, Sarah Compton, Michael Gemmell Smith, Vic Jennings, Alan Layland Chairman, Nick Lloyd, Margot McArthur, Stuart McGregor, Angela Read, Stephen Sumner, Bob Todd.
Committee: Planning and Transport
Venue: Rickards Hall. 72a High Street Edenbridge, TN8 5AR Kent
Notes:
Summary:

Members of the District Council wish to state that although they will be considering planning applications at this meeting they would be reconsidering them at the district level, taking into account all relevant evidence and representations there. 

Members of the District Council wish to state that although they will be considering planning applications at this meeting they would be reconsidering them at the district level, taking into account all relevant evidence and representations there.

Members of the public, and members with prejudicial interests on items on the Agenda, may make representations, answer, ask questions and give evidence at this meeting in respect of items on the Agenda. (This is the only opportunity for members of the public to make a contribution during the meeting.)

Both public and members are limited to three minutes per person to speak and the total time designated for public questions shall not exceed fifteen minutes unless directed by the Chairman of the meeting.

Installation of 6no. glamping pods, access, drainage and biodiversity / landscaping works.
22/01280/FUL
Erection of two storey semi-Independent accommodation for young adults 16+ to 25 short or long term. Associated hard and soft landscaping and parking.
22/01277/FUL
Erection of extension to existing building for B2 purposes.
22/01770/FUL
Conversion of redundant Agricultural barns to 6 residential dwelling houses.
21/03474/FUL
Proposed air source heat pump and associated volumiser
22/01773/HOUSE
Replace an existing rooflight with a dormer window. Insertion of a conservation rooflight to the east elevation. Single storey side extension.
22/01836/LBCALT
Demolition of covered porch. Erection of a single storey rear and side extension. Roof alterations to facilitate new dormer to the rear
22/01835/LBCALT
Details pursuant to condition 10 (drainage) subject to 21/02825/FUL
22/01704/DETAIL
Details pursuant to condition 4 (landscaping and biodiversity) subject to 21/01300/FUL
22/01618/DETAIL
Details pursuant to condition 9 (foul and surface water drainage) of 21/01300/FUL
22/01749/DETAIL
Details pursuant to condition 6 (lighting plan) subject to 21/04030/MMA
22/01382/DETAIL
1 x Ash tree overhanging garden require a 3m lateral reduction to bring back to boundary.
22/01869/WTPO
Change of use from stables to three bedroom living accommodation.
Status: Refused
22/01142/FUL
Single storey rear extension with rooflights.
Status: Granted
22/01301/HOUSE
Erection of a new building. Creation of a new parking and turning area inc. disabled parking space, EV charging point and LGV parking space. Glass facade and canopy on East elevation of Marlbridge House. Solar panels.
Status: Withdrawn
22/01113/FUL

The Town Council’s Highways Improvement Plan had identified the need for additional traffic safety measures. Following discussions with Kent Highways, the proposal for a buffer zone on the approach to Edenbridge was proposed by Kent highways, and subsequently supported by Council a 40-mph buffer zone at Main Road/Marlpit Hill, Kent Highways. The Council’s CIL Board approved funding at its February meeting of £10k. 

If the proposal receives five or more objections a report will be presented to the Joint Transportation Board (JCB), to debate the proposal and make a recommendation on how to proceed. In terms of timescales, it was estimated between 9-12 months from the start of the consultation to installation on site. A request had been forwarded to consider if the speed limit could be extended any further back. Further stage payments would be made to Kent Highways accordingly. 

Kent Highways has replied that the design team said the road didn’t meet the criteria for a 40mph speed limit any further north.  I have asked for a further explanation. 

Main Road, Edenbridge - Amendment 33
Main Road Speed Limit - Documents on Deposit

Delegated powers for Council business resolved full Council 04 July 2022 for the summer period 

A statement has been published on behalf of the Town Council 

The Town Council was not notified of these bus cuts at any time, and it has no influence. However, Cllr McArthur is aware of the situation and is working with KCC on this.

The Thursday market last year saw a drop in footfall over the school summer holidays.  The Council has been working to sustain the market.  To help with publicity to attract users for the market and the town, activities for children such as a magician, hook the duck and a soft play or other activity could be provided during August.  Costs range from £150 for a magician, £200 face painter, and £300 for an inflatable. 

How do Members want to proceed? Do members support allocate a budget of up to £500 for Thursday Market children’s entertainments?