Havant Borough Council
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Meetings (2026):
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Meetings (2025):
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Meeting
Planning Committee - Havant
Meeting Times
Scheduled Time
Start:
Thursday, 30th October 2025
5:30 PM
Thursday, 30th October 2025
5:30 PM
End:
Thursday, 30th October 2025
9:30 PM
Thursday, 30th October 2025
9:30 PM
Meeting Status
Status:
Moved
Moved
Date:
30 Oct 2025
30 Oct 2025
Location:
Hurstwood Room, Public Service Plaza, Civic Centre Road, Havant, Hampshire PO9 2AX
Hurstwood Room, Public Service Plaza, Civic Centre Road, Havant, Hampshire PO9 2AX
Meeting Attendees
Committee Member
Deputy Mayor of the Council and Vice Chairman of Licensing Committee
Standing Deputy
Armed Forces Champion
Secretary
Democratic Services Officer
Ernest Lam
Expected
Secretary
Democratic Services Officer
Lauren Maidens
Present, as expected
Committee Member
Vice Chairman of Overview and Scrutiny Committee
Committee Member
Chairman of Licensing Committee
Chairman
Cabinet Lead for Planning and Environment and Chairman of Planning Committee
Secretary
Democratic Services Officer
Mark Gregory
Expected
Vice-Chairman
Vice Chairman of Planning Committee
Committee Member
Vice Chairman of Governance Committee
Standing Deputy
Cabinet Lead for Climate Emergency, Environment & Water Quality (Climate Change Champion)
Public
Public Copies (Council and Cabinet)
Expected
Public
Spare Copies
Expected
Standing Deputy
Chairman of Overview and Scrutiny Committee
Officer
Principal Planning Officer
Arleta Miszewska
Present, as expected
Agenda
1
Apologies for Absence
To receive and record any apologies for absence.
Minutes
There were no apologies for absence received for this meeting.
2
Minutes
To approve the minutes of the Planning Committee held on 11 September 2025, 9 October 2025 and the minutes of the Site Viewing Working Party held on 23 October 2025.
Attachments:
- Document Minutes 11 09 2025 21 Oct 2025
- Document Minutes 09 10 2025 21 Oct 2025
- Document Minutes 27 10 2025 21 Oct 2025
Minutes
RESOLVED that the minutes of the Planning Committee held on 11 September 2025, 9 October 2025 and the minutes of the Site Viewing Working Party held on 27 October 2025 be approved as a true record and signed by the Chairman.
3
Declarations of Interests
To receive and record any declarations of interests from Members present.
Minutes
The following declarations of interests were received:
Councillor’s Name
Agenda Item No.
Disclosable Pecuniary or Personal Interest
Reason
Councillor Brown
4
Disclosable Pecuniary
Employee of the applicant.
Councillor Brown stepped down from Committee.
Councillor Tansom
4
Personal
Vice Chairman for the Board of Governors at Purbrook and Morelands Schools as referenced in the report
Councillor’s Name
Agenda Item No.
Disclosable Pecuniary or Personal Interest
Reason
Councillor Brown
4
Disclosable Pecuniary
Employee of the applicant.
Councillor Brown stepped down from Committee.
Councillor Tansom
4
Personal
Vice Chairman for the Board of Governors at Purbrook and Morelands Schools as referenced in the report
4
APP/22/00439 - The South Downs College, College Road, Purbrook, Waterlooville, PO7 8AA
Proposal: Redevelopment of southern section of site to provide 85 dwellings with associated parking, landscaping, waste and cycle storage. New access from College Road and other associated works.
Additional Documents
Additional Documents
Attachments:
- Document Housing South Downs - final report 21 Oct 2025
- Document APPENDIX A - Location Plan 21 Oct 2025
- Document APPENDIX B - Block Plan 21 Oct 2025
- Document APPENDIX C - Streetscene 21 Oct 2025
- Document APPENDIX D1 - Elevations (Flats) 21 Oct 2025
- Document APPENDIX D2 - Elevations (Flats) 21 Oct 2025
- Document APPENDIX D3 - Elevations (Flats) 21 Oct 2025
- Document APPENDIX E1 - Floor Plans & Elevations (House) 21 Oct 2025
- Document APPENDIX E2 - Floor Plans & Elevations (House) 21 Oct 2025
- Document APPENDIX E3 - Floor Plans & Elevations (House) 21 Oct 2025
- Document Committee Speech Statement - APP-22-00439 21 Oct 2025
- Document UPDATE REPORT 29 Oct 2025 21 Oct 2025
Minutes
Councillor Keast assumed the role of Chairman for the rest of the meeting.
The site was viewed by the Site Viewing Working Party
Proposal: Redevelopment of southern section of site to provide 85 dwellings with associated parking, landscaping, waste and cycle storage. New access from College Road and other associated works.
The Chairman addressed concerns raised by members that not all the public representations were available online.
Officers assured members that all the representations were available, and all information relating to this application was up to date and made available to the committee ahead of the meeting.
A motion was proposed by Councillor Hulls and seconded by Councillor Robert to defer consideration of the application due to uncertainty regarding the availability of the application documents provided due to a system change over. This motion was put to the vote and was LOST.
The Committee considered the written report and recommendation from the Development Manager to grant permission.
The Committee received supplementary information, circulated prior to the
meeting, which included:
1. a written deputation submitted on behalf of the applicant; and
2. an update sheet which included amended and additional conditions.
The Committee was addressed by:
1. Mr Besant, the applicant’s agent, who reiterated the issues set out in the written deputation submitted on behalf of the applicant.
In response to questions from members of the Committee, Mr Besant:
· Offered reassurance that with their knowledge and background as providers of affordable housing, the parking provision is sufficient
· Advised that washer and dryer machines/units will be provided
· There is cross ventilation throughout
· Balconies are a difficult amenity to maintain and therefore have not been included in the plans
· The site offers lots of open space
· Proposed ecology provisions and mitigations are extensive. The vast majority of the existing ecology features are on the periphies of the site and will be fenced off to limit impact and displacement of wildlife during works
· Solar panel final details will be finalised on purchase. Heat pumps and solar panels are intended to be installed in an attempt to reduce the carbon footprint of the development by up to 80%
· If solar panels are installed, any reductions in energy bills arising will likely be applied directly to the homeowners’ bills for open market properties and to the landlord Places for People for affordable properties.
· There is a designed scrubland and a walking route around the perimeter to limit impact on Dormice
· The Badger fencing will include a 20 metre buffer around the set, with the mesh half a meter down into the ground. This doesn’t prevent movement discourages badgers from extending setts further into the site and coming into conflict with residential gardens.
In response to questions from members of the Committee, officers:
a. Advised that a vast majority of the greenery will be removed in stages and the edges of the site will remain green. Further details will be provided in the management plan
b. Capability to install electric vehicle charging points will be included but falls under Building Regulations control
c. The storm water drainage will enter into the attenuation tank in the middle of the site. This will retain rain surface water and slowly release to the Southern Water network.
d. Bus stops are available on College Road
e. Improvements to pedestrian crossings and College Road are entwined with the delivery of the development on the Camp Down site
f. There would not be any formal play area or equipment in the open spaces on site
The Committee discussed the application in detail together with the views raised by deputees.
Members were pleased with the applicant’s proposal and the care taken with ecological issues that may arise.
The Committee were concerned that the highway improvements and road safety may be entwined with a future site.
RESOLVED that application APP/22/00439 be granted permission subject to:
(A) The completion of a Section 106 Legal Agreement in a form satisfactory to the Council's Solicitor to secure:
1. Solent Recreation Mitigation Strategy contributions;
2. Provision of affordable housing;
3. Payment towards provision of Community Worker;
4. Common Parts Management;
5. Management Company and Management Plan;
6. Landscape and Ecological Management Plan;
7. SUDS bond;
8. Payment towards healthcare provision (£58,326);
9. Provision of a pedestrian/cyclist connection with Campdown;
10. To enter into a highway agreement and for technical approval to be granted for the site access works;
11. The site access work to be completed to completion certificate standard prior to occupation;
12. Payment of a financial contribution of £376,898.56 with respect to walking and cycling improvements for the following (in no priority order):??
a) College Road future vision improvement works as shown indicatively on drawings 01-PHL-3001, 01-PHL-3002 and 01-PHL-3003
b) Improvements along the route to Purbrook Park School from Crookhorn Lane including improvements to crossing provision adjacent to Morelands school
c) Wayfinding provision towards key facilities and services through the neighbouring estate;
13. Public rights to pass and repass over the internal road network and areas not adopted by the Highway Authority?for the purposes of access to and egress from the development;
14. Full Travel Plan;
15. Bond or cash deposit (amount to be agreed with the Highway Authority) with respect to costed measures within the Travel Plan;
16. HBC and HCC monitoring fees
(B) The following conditions (subject to such changes and/or additions that the Development Manager considers necessary to impose prior to the issuing of the decision):
1
The development must be begun not later than three years beginning with the date of this permission.
Reason: To comply with the requirements of Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004.
2
The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans:
- Layout plans by HGP –
20.001.100 Roof Plan Rev 14 20.001.101 Block Plan Rev 27
- Highways plans prepared by AWP
01 - ATR- 105 REV K (Refuse Vehicle) 01 - ATR- 106 REV K (Fire Tender) 01 - ATR- 107 REV M (Large Car) 01 - ATR- 109 REV H (Site Access - Refuse Passing Large Car) 01 - ATR- 110 REV I (Panel Van and Large Car) 01 - ATR- 112 REV B (Refuse Passing Car Visibility) 01 - ATR- 113 REV B (Fire Tender Passing Car Visibility) 01-PHL-1003 Rev L (Internal Visibility)
· PHL-1005 Rev D Preliminary Surfacing Plan
- Drainage Plans prepared by AWP
1017 – 01 – PDL – 1001 Rev J (Preliminary Drainage Layout)
- Levels and Surfacing Plans prepared by AWP
1017– 01 – PHL – 1001 Rev I (Preliminary Site Levels Plans) 1017 – 01 – PHL – 1002 Rev D (Road Profiles) 1017 – 01 - PHL – 1005 Rev K (Surface Plan)
- Landscaping Plans for ACD
PRI22116 11 Rev F Sheet 1, Sheet 2, Sheet 3, and Sheet 4 PRI22116 12 Rev F Sheet 1, Sheet 2, Sheet 3, and Sheet 4 Tree Protection Plan PR122116-03 Rev H
- Architectural plans
· 20.001.001 P4 – Site Location Plan
· 20.001.002 P3 - Existing Site Survey
· 20.001.102 Tenure Plan
· 20.001.200 P5 House Type 23
· 20.001.201 P5 House Type 37
· 20.001.202 P5 House Type 42
· 20.001.203 P5 House Type 21
· 20.001.204 P5 Block A Plans
· 20.001.205 P5 Block A Elevations
· 20.001.206 P5 Block B and C Plans
· 20.001.207 P5 Block B and C Elevations
· 20.001.208 P5 Block D Plans
· 20.001.209 P5 Block D Elevations
· 20.001.210 P5 Block E Plans
· 20.001.211 P5 Block E Elevations
· 20.001.202 P2 Outbuildings
· 20.001.220 P7 Street Scenes
- Archaeological Desk-based Assessment Rev C
- Framework Travel Plan Rev A
- Arboricultural Impact Assessment And Method Statement Rev H.
- Nitrogen Calculator
- AWP Flood Risk Assessment 31st January 2025
- Pro Vision Ecological Assessment March 2025
- Plot by Plot Schedule
Reason: - To ensure provision of a satisfactory development.
3
No development shall commence, including any works of demolition, until a Demolition, Construction and Environmental Management Plan (DCEMP) comprising a schedule of works and accompanying plans for demolition and construction has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Thereafter the approved DCEMP shall be implemented and adhered to throughout the entire demolition and construction period unless any alternative is agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The DCEMP shall provide details of the following:
(a) a programme of and phasing of demolition and construction work;
(b) methods of demolition and construction works;
(c) the anticipated number, frequency and types of vehicles used during demolition and construction,
(d) the location and specification for vehicular access during demolition and construction,
(e) the provision made for the parking of vehicles by contractors, site operatives and visitors,
(f) the loading and unloading of plant, materials and waste,
(g) the details of arrangements for deliveries associated with all construction works,
(h) details of access and egress for plant and machinery,
(i) the storage of plant and materials used in demolition and construction of the development,
(j) the erection and maintenance of security hoarding,
(k) the location of any site huts/cabins/offices, temporary site buildings, compounds, construction material, and plant storage areas,
(l) details of the methodology for ensuring dirt is not transferred onto the highway from the site (i.e. wheel washers), and onwards mitigation should this fail, such as the employment of mechanical road sweepers, and the subsequent refresh of street lining (as and when required) should this be damaged during the process,
(m) details of public engagement both prior to and during demolition and construction works, including a named person to be appointed by the applicant to deal with complaints who shall be available on site and contact details made known to all relevant parties,
(n) details of protection of pedestrian routes during construction,
(o) measures to control the emission of dust and dirt during demolition and construction, to include where relevant sheeting of loads, covering and dampening down stockpiles and restriction of vehicle speeds on haul roads. A dust management plan should form part of the DCEMP which includes routine dust monitoring at the site boundary with actions to be taken when conducting dust generating activities if weather conditions are adverse,
(p) measures to control the emission of noise during demolition and construction,
(q) details of all proposed external lighting to be used during demolition and construction and measures used to limit the disturbance of any lighting required. Lighting shall be used only for security and safety,
(r) appropriate storage of fuel and chemicals, in bunded tanks or suitably paved areas,
(s) measures to reduce air pollution during demolition and construction including turning off vehicle engines when not in use and plant servicing, and
(t) waste management including prohibiting burning,
(u)provision of temporary domestic waste and recycling bin collection point(s) demolition and during construction,
(v) management of overland runoff, storage of hazardous materials, chemical and hydrocarbons on site and temporary drainage infrastructure to ensure that water resources are not put at risk from leaks or spillage, and all pollution mitigation measures to be adopted during the construction phase,
(w) details of all measures to avoid the potential impacts of development on functionally linked land associated with the Solent Special Protection Areas.
Reason: In the interests of highway safety, ecological protection and enhancement, and amenity of nearby residents from nuisance during all stages of development and to ensure the use of the site does not have a harmful environmental effect, including impacts on groundwater and therefore the local public water supply source in accordance with Policies CS11, CS15, CS16, CS20, DM10 and DM11 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework, the Environment Act 2021, Conservation Regulations 2017 and Wildlife & Countryside Act 1981.
4.
Prior to the commencement of development, and notwithstanding the plans hereby approved, details of the following items shall be agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority in consultation with the Highways Authority
a) Street lighting design,
b) Drainage strategy,
c) Final ground levels plan,
d) Final materials plan which shall include materials to differentiate a service margin and a footway to prevent improper use,
e) Overrun area at the southwestern corner and northeastern corner in the site adj. to plots 78 and 34 respectively supported by appropriate swept path analysis to ensure the refuse and fire tender can pass a large car with the forward visibility envelope,
f) Footway provision within the eastern boundary of the site to be straightened and the levels of greenspace refined to support movements as set within item e) above,
g) Tie in details of the shared use pathway(s) with the internal road network,
h) Improved pedestrian crossing provision in the southwestern corner of the site adj. to plots 78 supported by appropriate pedestrian visibility splays of 1.5m x 25.0m along with any associated
parking/footway/carriageway layout amendments to accommodate the crossing provision.
The above matters shall be implemented in accordance with the approved plans?and be implemented prior to the occupation of any dwellings of which are reliant on such part of the network for access
Reason: In the interests of highway safety in accordance with Policy CS20 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
5.
No development shall commence, including any works of demolition, until works for the demolition of existing buildings and construction of a new college car park at the adjacent South Downs College have been fully carried out in accordance with the approved plans and conditions pursuant to planning permission APP/22/00576.
Reason: In the interests of highway safety in accordance with Policy CS20 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
6.
In relation to all roads, footways and cycleways to be provided on site the following requirements shall be met:
a. All roads, footways and cycleways, whether to be adopted or otherwise, shall be built to national recognised design construction standards and completed prior to occupation
b. A verification report by a suitably qualified engineer confirming that all unadopted roads, footways and cycleways have been built to the nationally recognised design construction standards shall be provided to the Local Planning Authority on completion of the final road surface or prior to occupation, whichever is the sooner. The report shall include the relevant construction details that the roads, footways and cycleways have been built to and details of the professional qualifications of the person providing the verification.
Reason: To ensure that the development is provided to an appropriate standard, in the interests of highway safety in accordance with Policy CS20 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
7.
Prior to occupation a Parking Management Plan including measures to prevent on-carriageway parking shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority in consultation with the Highway Authority. The development shall thereafter be carried out in full accordance with the Plan approved pursuant to this condition.
Reason: In the interest of highway safety to ensure safe and suitable access can be maintained for all users in accordance with Policy CS20 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
8.
At all times, the approved lines of sight splays as shown within drawings PHL-102 Rev C, PHL-202 Rev C and 01-PHL-1003 Rev N shall be kept free of any obstruction exceeding 0.6m in height above the adjacent carriageway.
Reason: In the interest of highway safety?in accordance with Policy CS20 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
9.
The garages hereby permitted shall be retained and kept available for the parking of cars at all times and shall not be converted to living accommodation.
Reason: To ensure the retention of adequate on-site car parking in the interests of highway safety and residential amenity and having due regard to policies CS16 and DM13 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
10.
The development shall not be brought into use until turning facilities have been provided in accordance with the details shown on the approved plan. The turning facilities shall be available for use by vehicles and kept free from obstruction throughout the lifetime of the development.
Reason: In the interest of highway safety?in accordance with Policy CS20 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
11.
Notwithstanding the submitted details, no part of the development hereby permitted shall be occupied until precise details of bicycle storage facilities for hereby approved dwellings have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. No part of the development shall be occupied until its associated bicycle storage facilities have been provided and made available for use in accordance with the details approved pursuant to this condition. The approved bicycle storage facilities shall thereafter be permanently retained for the storage of bicycles at all times.
Reason: To ensure adequate provision for and to promote and encourage cycling as an alternative to use of the private car in accordance with Policy CS20 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
12.
Prior to occupation of the development, acoustic commissioning testing shall be carried out by an ANC or IOA accredited organisation to demonstrate compliance with the following internal noise criteria, while meeting the statutory requirements of Approved Document F (Ventilation) and Approved Document O (Overheating) of the Building Regulations:
• Living Rooms: 35 dB LAeq,16hr (07:00 to 23:00)
• Bedrooms: 30 dB LAeq,8hr (23:00 to 07:00)
• Bedrooms: 45 dB LAFmax not to be exceeded more than 10 times per night
The commissioning protocol shall be submitted to and agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority prior to testing, and the results shall be submitted to and approved in writing with the Local Planning Authority before the occupation of the scheme.
Reason: To verify that the as-built development provides acceptable standard of amenity for future occupants of the homes in accordance with Policies CS16 and DM10 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
13.
Prior to the occupation of any dwelling hereby permitted, a scheme for protecting the external amenity areas (including private gardens, balconies and communal outdoor spaces) from noise shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the LPA. The scheme shall demonstrate, with reference to BS 8233:2014, ProPG: Planning & Noise and other relevant or successor guidance (including WHO guidelines), that the external amenity areas will not be subject to noise levels exceeding:
50 dB LAeq,16hr (07:00–23:00) as a desirable guideline value; and
55 dB LAeq,16hr (07:00–23:00) as an upper guideline value, where the 50 dB level cannot reasonably be achieved through proportionate mitigation.
The approved scheme shall be implemented in full prior to first occupation of the relevant dwellings and shall thereafter be retained and maintained for the lifetime of the development.
Reason: To protect the amenity and quality of life of occupants of the dwellings from undue noise disturbance in accordance with Policies CS16 and DM10 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
14.
Noise emitted fromany fixed building services plant and equipment shall be controlled to at least 5 dB(A) below the lowest representative existing background sound level, when assessed in accordance with BS 4142:2014+A1:2019, at a position 1 metre outside any habitable window of any residential or other noise-sensitive property. This criterion applies to the total contribution of noise from all plant and equipment associated with the development operating during any given period.
Reason: To protect the existing noise climate and the amenity and quality of life of residents in the local area from undue noise disturbance in accordance with Policies CS16 and DM10 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
15.
No development above ground slab level shall take place until a detailed soft landscaping scheme has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The scheme shall include but not be limited to:
(a) details of trees on Roman Road and
(b) details of landscaping belt on eastern boundary to maintain to existing height/depth.
(c) written specifications (including cultivation and other operations associated with plant and grass establishment),
(d) planting methods, tree pits & guying methods,
(e) schedules of plants, noting species, planting sizes and proposed numbers/densities where appropriate,
(f) retained areas of grassland cover, scrub, hedgerow, trees and woodland,
The soft landscaping shall be carried out in accordance with the details approved pursuant to this Condition and implemented prior to first occupation or in the first planting and seeding season following the first occupation of the dwellings, whichever is the sooner. Any plants approved pursuant to this Condition which within a period of 5 years from the completion of the development die, are removed or become seriously damaged or diseased shall be replaced in the next planting season with others of similar size or species, unless the Local Planning Authority gives written consent to any variation.
Reason: To ensure the appearance and setting of the development is satisfactory in accordance with Policy CS16 of the adopted Core Strategy, the Council’s Design SPD and the National Planning Policy Framework.
16.
Notwithstanding the submitted details, no development above ground slab level shall commence until a detailed schedule of materials and finishes to be used for all external surfaces of the development hereby permitted has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The details shall include but not be limited to:
(a) details of all hard-surfaces, such as paths, access ways, seating areas and parking spaces, including their appearance, depth and permeability,
(b) means of enclosure, in particular boundary walls, fencing and planting around properties including their frontages
(c) full details of retaining structures,
(d) a timetable for implementation of the hard landscaping works
The development shall thereafter be carried out in full accordance with the schedule approved pursuant to this condition and completed prior to first occupation, unless the Local Planning Authority gives written consent to any variation.
Reason: In the interests of the visual amenity in accordance with the aims and objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework, Policy CS16 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the Council’s Design SPD.
17.
Notwithstanding the details submitted, no development above ground slab level shall occur until details of external lighting, including but not limited to including calculations, contour illumination plans and means to reduce light pollution has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the detail approved pursuant to this condition.
Reason: In the interests of the visual amenity in accordance with the aims and objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework, Policy CS16 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the Council’s Design SPD.
18.
Notwithstanding the submitted details, no development works shall take place until details of levels, including finished floor levels for the buildings herby approved, and the existing and proposed site contours, have been submitted to and agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall thereafter be carried out in full accordance with the schedule approved pursuant to this condition and completed prior to first occupation, unless the Local Planning Authority gives written consent to any variation.
Reason: To ensure the appearance of the development is satisfactory and having due regard to policies CS11 and CS16 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
19.
No development above ground slab level shall commence until details of an interpretation panel, including its location within the site, has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out in full accordance with the details approved pursuant to this Condition prior to first occupation and the panel shall be retained and maintained for the lifetime of the development.
Reason: To promote the Borough’s heritage assets, namely the line of the Roman road and its significance in accordance with Policy CS11 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
20.
No works associated with the construction of the development hereby approved (including foundations and drainage works) shall commence until details of archaeological monitoring and recording during the relevant stages of the development ensuring that archaeological evidence associated with Roman presence on the site is recognised and recorded has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out in full accordance with the details approved pursuant to this Condition.
Reason: To ensure that appropriate level of archaeological monitoring and recording having regard to the potential for features of archaeological interests to have survived within this location in accordance with Policy CS11 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
21.
The development hereby permitted shall only be carried out in accordance with the Arboricultural Impact Appraisal and Preliminary Arboricultural Method Statement and tree planting plan (Reference ACD March 2025) and British Standard BS5837: 2012 (Trees in relation to design, demolition and construction - Recommendations).
Reason: To ensure the continuity of amenity value afforded by the trees in question and in accordance with Policies CS16 and DM8 of the Havant Borough Core Strategy (2011) and the National Planning Policy Framework.
22.
No development shall take place until the Council has received evidence that the
required nutrient mitigation capacity has been purchased to the development pursuant to the allocation agreement dated 18 December 2023 between William Northcroft Butler and James Nicholas Butler, and HN Butler Farms Limited and Places for People Homes Limited.
Reason: There is existing evidence of high levels of nitrogen and phosphorus in the water environment with evidence of eutrophication at some European designated nature conservation sites in the Solent catchment. The PUSH Integrated Water Management Strategy has identified that there is uncertainty as to whether new housing development can be accommodated without having a detrimental impact on the designated sites within the Solent. Further detail regarding this can be found in the appropriate assessment that was carried out regarding this planning application. In compliance with Regulation 63 of the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017, the local planning authority has a duty to ensure that sufficient mitigation is provided against any impacts which might arise upon the designated sites. In coming to this decision, the Council has also had regard to Policy CS11 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011.
23.
At all times following occupation of the development hereby approved, all measures for water usage within the submitted nutrient budget shall be maintained in the development in perpetuity.
Reason: There is existing evidence of high levels of nitrogen and phosphorus in the water environment with evidence of eutrophication at some European designated nature conservation sites in the Solent catchment. The PUSH Integrated Water Management Strategy has identified that there is uncertainty as to whether new housing development can be accommodated without having a detrimental impact on the designated sites within the Solent. Further detail regarding this can be found in the appropriate assessment that was carried out regarding this planning application. In compliance with Regulation 63 of the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017, the local planning authority has a duty to ensure that sufficient mitigation is provided against any impacts which might arise upon the designated sites. In coming to this decision, the Council has also had regard to Policy CS11 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011.
24.
No development above ground slab level shall commence until details of multiple integral Swift bricks in new dwellings, installed in accordance with best practice, have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out in full accordance with the details approved pursuant to this Condition and shall be retained and maintained for the lifetime of the development.
Reason: To provide ecological protection and enhancement in accordance with the Environment Act 2021, Conservation Regulations 2017, Wildlife & Countryside Act 1981, NPPF, NERC Act 2006 and Policy CS 11 of the Havant Borough Core Strategy March 2011.
25.
No piles shall penetrate the full depth of the Clay cover or terminate within 2 meters of it, unless a piling risk assessment and method statement (detailing the depth and type of piling to be undertaken and the methodology by which such piling will be carried out, including measures to prevent and minimise the potential for damage to subsurface water infrastructure, vibration and the programme for the works) have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority in consultation with Portsmouth Water.
Reason: To prevent any harmful impacts on groundwater and therefore the local public water supply source in accordance with Policy DM11 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
26.
Prior to the commencement of development hereby approved (other than any site clearance partial demolition and consequential works for the purpose of ensuring structural stability), an assessment of the nature and extent of contamination at the site, whether originating from within or outside the curtilage, shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The assessment shall be undertaken by competent persons, and the findings presented as a written report. The assessment may comprise separate reports as appropriate, but unless specifically excluded in writing by the Local Planning Authority, shall include;
1) Site investigation appropriate to both the previous & approved use of the site, to provide sufficient data and information to adequately identify & characterise any physical contamination on or affecting the site, and to inform an appropriate assessment of the risks to future occupants & to groundwater.
2) The results of an appropriate risk assessment based upon (1), and where unacceptable risks are identified, a Remediation Strategy that includes;
• appropriately considered remedial objectives,
• an appraisal of remedial &/or risk mitigation options, having due regard to sustainability, and;
• clearly defined proposals for mitigation of the identified risks.
3) A verification plan providing details of the data that will be collected in order to demonstrate that the works set out any Remediation Strategy required under (2) are complete, identifying any requirements for longer-term monitoring of pollutant linkages, maintenance of engineered mitigation measures, and arrangements for contingency action.
All elements shall be adhered to unless agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority.
Reason: To ensure that the development does not contribute to, and is not put at unacceptable risk from, or adversely affected by, unacceptable levels of contamination, in line with policy DM10 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011, DM17 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Allocations) 2014, and the National Planning Policy Framework. Contamination may be present at the site as a result of both prior construction & demolition activities at the site, and from uses ancillary to current land uses that could pose a risk to future occupants. The site lies within the Source Protection Zone 1c for an essential water supply source, and the presence of contaminants could pose a risk to the aquifer where preferential pathways are created by construction activity (e.g. piling).
27.
Prior to the occupation of any relevant part of the permitted development, any verification report required in accordance with condition 26 shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The report shall include results of sampling and monitoring carried out in accordance with the approved verification plan, and must demonstrate that site remediation criteria have been met. Where longer-term monitoring of pollutant linkages is identified as being necessary, the report shall clearly set out plans for monitoring, provision for maintenance, relevant triggers and contingency actions (a “long-term monitoring and maintenance plan”). The long-term monitoring and maintenance plan shall be implemented as approved.
Reason: To ensure that the development does not contribute to, and is not put at unacceptable risk from, or adversely affected by, unacceptable levels of contamination, in line with policy DM10 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011, DM17 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Allocations) 2014, and the National Planning Policy Framework. Contamination may be present at the site as a result of both prior construction & demolition activities at the site, and from uses ancillary to current land uses that could pose a risk to future occupants. The site lies within the Source Protection Zone 1c for an essential water supply source, and the presence of contaminants could pose a risk to the aquifer where preferential pathways are created by construction activity (e.g. piling).
28.
Notwithstanding the provisions of any Town and Country Planning General Permitted
Development Order (as amended), no hard surfaces situated on land between a wall forming the principal elevation of a dwellinghouse and a highway permitted by
Part 1, Classes F of the 2015 Order, as amended, shall be provided without the prior written approval of the Local Planning Authority.
Reason: To ensure quality of the development by the retention of natural landscape features in accordance with the objectives of the National Policy Framework and Policy CS16, of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011.
The site was viewed by the Site Viewing Working Party
Proposal: Redevelopment of southern section of site to provide 85 dwellings with associated parking, landscaping, waste and cycle storage. New access from College Road and other associated works.
The Chairman addressed concerns raised by members that not all the public representations were available online.
Officers assured members that all the representations were available, and all information relating to this application was up to date and made available to the committee ahead of the meeting.
A motion was proposed by Councillor Hulls and seconded by Councillor Robert to defer consideration of the application due to uncertainty regarding the availability of the application documents provided due to a system change over. This motion was put to the vote and was LOST.
The Committee considered the written report and recommendation from the Development Manager to grant permission.
The Committee received supplementary information, circulated prior to the
meeting, which included:
1. a written deputation submitted on behalf of the applicant; and
2. an update sheet which included amended and additional conditions.
The Committee was addressed by:
1. Mr Besant, the applicant’s agent, who reiterated the issues set out in the written deputation submitted on behalf of the applicant.
In response to questions from members of the Committee, Mr Besant:
· Offered reassurance that with their knowledge and background as providers of affordable housing, the parking provision is sufficient
· Advised that washer and dryer machines/units will be provided
· There is cross ventilation throughout
· Balconies are a difficult amenity to maintain and therefore have not been included in the plans
· The site offers lots of open space
· Proposed ecology provisions and mitigations are extensive. The vast majority of the existing ecology features are on the periphies of the site and will be fenced off to limit impact and displacement of wildlife during works
· Solar panel final details will be finalised on purchase. Heat pumps and solar panels are intended to be installed in an attempt to reduce the carbon footprint of the development by up to 80%
· If solar panels are installed, any reductions in energy bills arising will likely be applied directly to the homeowners’ bills for open market properties and to the landlord Places for People for affordable properties.
· There is a designed scrubland and a walking route around the perimeter to limit impact on Dormice
· The Badger fencing will include a 20 metre buffer around the set, with the mesh half a meter down into the ground. This doesn’t prevent movement discourages badgers from extending setts further into the site and coming into conflict with residential gardens.
In response to questions from members of the Committee, officers:
a. Advised that a vast majority of the greenery will be removed in stages and the edges of the site will remain green. Further details will be provided in the management plan
b. Capability to install electric vehicle charging points will be included but falls under Building Regulations control
c. The storm water drainage will enter into the attenuation tank in the middle of the site. This will retain rain surface water and slowly release to the Southern Water network.
d. Bus stops are available on College Road
e. Improvements to pedestrian crossings and College Road are entwined with the delivery of the development on the Camp Down site
f. There would not be any formal play area or equipment in the open spaces on site
The Committee discussed the application in detail together with the views raised by deputees.
Members were pleased with the applicant’s proposal and the care taken with ecological issues that may arise.
The Committee were concerned that the highway improvements and road safety may be entwined with a future site.
RESOLVED that application APP/22/00439 be granted permission subject to:
(A) The completion of a Section 106 Legal Agreement in a form satisfactory to the Council's Solicitor to secure:
1. Solent Recreation Mitigation Strategy contributions;
2. Provision of affordable housing;
3. Payment towards provision of Community Worker;
4. Common Parts Management;
5. Management Company and Management Plan;
6. Landscape and Ecological Management Plan;
7. SUDS bond;
8. Payment towards healthcare provision (£58,326);
9. Provision of a pedestrian/cyclist connection with Campdown;
10. To enter into a highway agreement and for technical approval to be granted for the site access works;
11. The site access work to be completed to completion certificate standard prior to occupation;
12. Payment of a financial contribution of £376,898.56 with respect to walking and cycling improvements for the following (in no priority order):??
a) College Road future vision improvement works as shown indicatively on drawings 01-PHL-3001, 01-PHL-3002 and 01-PHL-3003
b) Improvements along the route to Purbrook Park School from Crookhorn Lane including improvements to crossing provision adjacent to Morelands school
c) Wayfinding provision towards key facilities and services through the neighbouring estate;
13. Public rights to pass and repass over the internal road network and areas not adopted by the Highway Authority?for the purposes of access to and egress from the development;
14. Full Travel Plan;
15. Bond or cash deposit (amount to be agreed with the Highway Authority) with respect to costed measures within the Travel Plan;
16. HBC and HCC monitoring fees
(B) The following conditions (subject to such changes and/or additions that the Development Manager considers necessary to impose prior to the issuing of the decision):
1
The development must be begun not later than three years beginning with the date of this permission.
Reason: To comply with the requirements of Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004.
2
The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans:
- Layout plans by HGP –
20.001.100 Roof Plan Rev 14 20.001.101 Block Plan Rev 27
- Highways plans prepared by AWP
01 - ATR- 105 REV K (Refuse Vehicle) 01 - ATR- 106 REV K (Fire Tender) 01 - ATR- 107 REV M (Large Car) 01 - ATR- 109 REV H (Site Access - Refuse Passing Large Car) 01 - ATR- 110 REV I (Panel Van and Large Car) 01 - ATR- 112 REV B (Refuse Passing Car Visibility) 01 - ATR- 113 REV B (Fire Tender Passing Car Visibility) 01-PHL-1003 Rev L (Internal Visibility)
· PHL-1005 Rev D Preliminary Surfacing Plan
- Drainage Plans prepared by AWP
1017 – 01 – PDL – 1001 Rev J (Preliminary Drainage Layout)
- Levels and Surfacing Plans prepared by AWP
1017– 01 – PHL – 1001 Rev I (Preliminary Site Levels Plans) 1017 – 01 – PHL – 1002 Rev D (Road Profiles) 1017 – 01 - PHL – 1005 Rev K (Surface Plan)
- Landscaping Plans for ACD
PRI22116 11 Rev F Sheet 1, Sheet 2, Sheet 3, and Sheet 4 PRI22116 12 Rev F Sheet 1, Sheet 2, Sheet 3, and Sheet 4 Tree Protection Plan PR122116-03 Rev H
- Architectural plans
· 20.001.001 P4 – Site Location Plan
· 20.001.002 P3 - Existing Site Survey
· 20.001.102 Tenure Plan
· 20.001.200 P5 House Type 23
· 20.001.201 P5 House Type 37
· 20.001.202 P5 House Type 42
· 20.001.203 P5 House Type 21
· 20.001.204 P5 Block A Plans
· 20.001.205 P5 Block A Elevations
· 20.001.206 P5 Block B and C Plans
· 20.001.207 P5 Block B and C Elevations
· 20.001.208 P5 Block D Plans
· 20.001.209 P5 Block D Elevations
· 20.001.210 P5 Block E Plans
· 20.001.211 P5 Block E Elevations
· 20.001.202 P2 Outbuildings
· 20.001.220 P7 Street Scenes
- Archaeological Desk-based Assessment Rev C
- Framework Travel Plan Rev A
- Arboricultural Impact Assessment And Method Statement Rev H.
- Nitrogen Calculator
- AWP Flood Risk Assessment 31st January 2025
- Pro Vision Ecological Assessment March 2025
- Plot by Plot Schedule
Reason: - To ensure provision of a satisfactory development.
3
No development shall commence, including any works of demolition, until a Demolition, Construction and Environmental Management Plan (DCEMP) comprising a schedule of works and accompanying plans for demolition and construction has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Thereafter the approved DCEMP shall be implemented and adhered to throughout the entire demolition and construction period unless any alternative is agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The DCEMP shall provide details of the following:
(a) a programme of and phasing of demolition and construction work;
(b) methods of demolition and construction works;
(c) the anticipated number, frequency and types of vehicles used during demolition and construction,
(d) the location and specification for vehicular access during demolition and construction,
(e) the provision made for the parking of vehicles by contractors, site operatives and visitors,
(f) the loading and unloading of plant, materials and waste,
(g) the details of arrangements for deliveries associated with all construction works,
(h) details of access and egress for plant and machinery,
(i) the storage of plant and materials used in demolition and construction of the development,
(j) the erection and maintenance of security hoarding,
(k) the location of any site huts/cabins/offices, temporary site buildings, compounds, construction material, and plant storage areas,
(l) details of the methodology for ensuring dirt is not transferred onto the highway from the site (i.e. wheel washers), and onwards mitigation should this fail, such as the employment of mechanical road sweepers, and the subsequent refresh of street lining (as and when required) should this be damaged during the process,
(m) details of public engagement both prior to and during demolition and construction works, including a named person to be appointed by the applicant to deal with complaints who shall be available on site and contact details made known to all relevant parties,
(n) details of protection of pedestrian routes during construction,
(o) measures to control the emission of dust and dirt during demolition and construction, to include where relevant sheeting of loads, covering and dampening down stockpiles and restriction of vehicle speeds on haul roads. A dust management plan should form part of the DCEMP which includes routine dust monitoring at the site boundary with actions to be taken when conducting dust generating activities if weather conditions are adverse,
(p) measures to control the emission of noise during demolition and construction,
(q) details of all proposed external lighting to be used during demolition and construction and measures used to limit the disturbance of any lighting required. Lighting shall be used only for security and safety,
(r) appropriate storage of fuel and chemicals, in bunded tanks or suitably paved areas,
(s) measures to reduce air pollution during demolition and construction including turning off vehicle engines when not in use and plant servicing, and
(t) waste management including prohibiting burning,
(u)provision of temporary domestic waste and recycling bin collection point(s) demolition and during construction,
(v) management of overland runoff, storage of hazardous materials, chemical and hydrocarbons on site and temporary drainage infrastructure to ensure that water resources are not put at risk from leaks or spillage, and all pollution mitigation measures to be adopted during the construction phase,
(w) details of all measures to avoid the potential impacts of development on functionally linked land associated with the Solent Special Protection Areas.
Reason: In the interests of highway safety, ecological protection and enhancement, and amenity of nearby residents from nuisance during all stages of development and to ensure the use of the site does not have a harmful environmental effect, including impacts on groundwater and therefore the local public water supply source in accordance with Policies CS11, CS15, CS16, CS20, DM10 and DM11 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework, the Environment Act 2021, Conservation Regulations 2017 and Wildlife & Countryside Act 1981.
4.
Prior to the commencement of development, and notwithstanding the plans hereby approved, details of the following items shall be agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority in consultation with the Highways Authority
a) Street lighting design,
b) Drainage strategy,
c) Final ground levels plan,
d) Final materials plan which shall include materials to differentiate a service margin and a footway to prevent improper use,
e) Overrun area at the southwestern corner and northeastern corner in the site adj. to plots 78 and 34 respectively supported by appropriate swept path analysis to ensure the refuse and fire tender can pass a large car with the forward visibility envelope,
f) Footway provision within the eastern boundary of the site to be straightened and the levels of greenspace refined to support movements as set within item e) above,
g) Tie in details of the shared use pathway(s) with the internal road network,
h) Improved pedestrian crossing provision in the southwestern corner of the site adj. to plots 78 supported by appropriate pedestrian visibility splays of 1.5m x 25.0m along with any associated
parking/footway/carriageway layout amendments to accommodate the crossing provision.
The above matters shall be implemented in accordance with the approved plans?and be implemented prior to the occupation of any dwellings of which are reliant on such part of the network for access
Reason: In the interests of highway safety in accordance with Policy CS20 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
5.
No development shall commence, including any works of demolition, until works for the demolition of existing buildings and construction of a new college car park at the adjacent South Downs College have been fully carried out in accordance with the approved plans and conditions pursuant to planning permission APP/22/00576.
Reason: In the interests of highway safety in accordance with Policy CS20 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
6.
In relation to all roads, footways and cycleways to be provided on site the following requirements shall be met:
a. All roads, footways and cycleways, whether to be adopted or otherwise, shall be built to national recognised design construction standards and completed prior to occupation
b. A verification report by a suitably qualified engineer confirming that all unadopted roads, footways and cycleways have been built to the nationally recognised design construction standards shall be provided to the Local Planning Authority on completion of the final road surface or prior to occupation, whichever is the sooner. The report shall include the relevant construction details that the roads, footways and cycleways have been built to and details of the professional qualifications of the person providing the verification.
Reason: To ensure that the development is provided to an appropriate standard, in the interests of highway safety in accordance with Policy CS20 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
7.
Prior to occupation a Parking Management Plan including measures to prevent on-carriageway parking shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority in consultation with the Highway Authority. The development shall thereafter be carried out in full accordance with the Plan approved pursuant to this condition.
Reason: In the interest of highway safety to ensure safe and suitable access can be maintained for all users in accordance with Policy CS20 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
8.
At all times, the approved lines of sight splays as shown within drawings PHL-102 Rev C, PHL-202 Rev C and 01-PHL-1003 Rev N shall be kept free of any obstruction exceeding 0.6m in height above the adjacent carriageway.
Reason: In the interest of highway safety?in accordance with Policy CS20 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
9.
The garages hereby permitted shall be retained and kept available for the parking of cars at all times and shall not be converted to living accommodation.
Reason: To ensure the retention of adequate on-site car parking in the interests of highway safety and residential amenity and having due regard to policies CS16 and DM13 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
10.
The development shall not be brought into use until turning facilities have been provided in accordance with the details shown on the approved plan. The turning facilities shall be available for use by vehicles and kept free from obstruction throughout the lifetime of the development.
Reason: In the interest of highway safety?in accordance with Policy CS20 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
11.
Notwithstanding the submitted details, no part of the development hereby permitted shall be occupied until precise details of bicycle storage facilities for hereby approved dwellings have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. No part of the development shall be occupied until its associated bicycle storage facilities have been provided and made available for use in accordance with the details approved pursuant to this condition. The approved bicycle storage facilities shall thereafter be permanently retained for the storage of bicycles at all times.
Reason: To ensure adequate provision for and to promote and encourage cycling as an alternative to use of the private car in accordance with Policy CS20 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
12.
Prior to occupation of the development, acoustic commissioning testing shall be carried out by an ANC or IOA accredited organisation to demonstrate compliance with the following internal noise criteria, while meeting the statutory requirements of Approved Document F (Ventilation) and Approved Document O (Overheating) of the Building Regulations:
• Living Rooms: 35 dB LAeq,16hr (07:00 to 23:00)
• Bedrooms: 30 dB LAeq,8hr (23:00 to 07:00)
• Bedrooms: 45 dB LAFmax not to be exceeded more than 10 times per night
The commissioning protocol shall be submitted to and agreed in writing with the Local Planning Authority prior to testing, and the results shall be submitted to and approved in writing with the Local Planning Authority before the occupation of the scheme.
Reason: To verify that the as-built development provides acceptable standard of amenity for future occupants of the homes in accordance with Policies CS16 and DM10 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
13.
Prior to the occupation of any dwelling hereby permitted, a scheme for protecting the external amenity areas (including private gardens, balconies and communal outdoor spaces) from noise shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the LPA. The scheme shall demonstrate, with reference to BS 8233:2014, ProPG: Planning & Noise and other relevant or successor guidance (including WHO guidelines), that the external amenity areas will not be subject to noise levels exceeding:
50 dB LAeq,16hr (07:00–23:00) as a desirable guideline value; and
55 dB LAeq,16hr (07:00–23:00) as an upper guideline value, where the 50 dB level cannot reasonably be achieved through proportionate mitigation.
The approved scheme shall be implemented in full prior to first occupation of the relevant dwellings and shall thereafter be retained and maintained for the lifetime of the development.
Reason: To protect the amenity and quality of life of occupants of the dwellings from undue noise disturbance in accordance with Policies CS16 and DM10 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
14.
Noise emitted fromany fixed building services plant and equipment shall be controlled to at least 5 dB(A) below the lowest representative existing background sound level, when assessed in accordance with BS 4142:2014+A1:2019, at a position 1 metre outside any habitable window of any residential or other noise-sensitive property. This criterion applies to the total contribution of noise from all plant and equipment associated with the development operating during any given period.
Reason: To protect the existing noise climate and the amenity and quality of life of residents in the local area from undue noise disturbance in accordance with Policies CS16 and DM10 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
15.
No development above ground slab level shall take place until a detailed soft landscaping scheme has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The scheme shall include but not be limited to:
(a) details of trees on Roman Road and
(b) details of landscaping belt on eastern boundary to maintain to existing height/depth.
(c) written specifications (including cultivation and other operations associated with plant and grass establishment),
(d) planting methods, tree pits & guying methods,
(e) schedules of plants, noting species, planting sizes and proposed numbers/densities where appropriate,
(f) retained areas of grassland cover, scrub, hedgerow, trees and woodland,
The soft landscaping shall be carried out in accordance with the details approved pursuant to this Condition and implemented prior to first occupation or in the first planting and seeding season following the first occupation of the dwellings, whichever is the sooner. Any plants approved pursuant to this Condition which within a period of 5 years from the completion of the development die, are removed or become seriously damaged or diseased shall be replaced in the next planting season with others of similar size or species, unless the Local Planning Authority gives written consent to any variation.
Reason: To ensure the appearance and setting of the development is satisfactory in accordance with Policy CS16 of the adopted Core Strategy, the Council’s Design SPD and the National Planning Policy Framework.
16.
Notwithstanding the submitted details, no development above ground slab level shall commence until a detailed schedule of materials and finishes to be used for all external surfaces of the development hereby permitted has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The details shall include but not be limited to:
(a) details of all hard-surfaces, such as paths, access ways, seating areas and parking spaces, including their appearance, depth and permeability,
(b) means of enclosure, in particular boundary walls, fencing and planting around properties including their frontages
(c) full details of retaining structures,
(d) a timetable for implementation of the hard landscaping works
The development shall thereafter be carried out in full accordance with the schedule approved pursuant to this condition and completed prior to first occupation, unless the Local Planning Authority gives written consent to any variation.
Reason: In the interests of the visual amenity in accordance with the aims and objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework, Policy CS16 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the Council’s Design SPD.
17.
Notwithstanding the details submitted, no development above ground slab level shall occur until details of external lighting, including but not limited to including calculations, contour illumination plans and means to reduce light pollution has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the detail approved pursuant to this condition.
Reason: In the interests of the visual amenity in accordance with the aims and objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework, Policy CS16 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the Council’s Design SPD.
18.
Notwithstanding the submitted details, no development works shall take place until details of levels, including finished floor levels for the buildings herby approved, and the existing and proposed site contours, have been submitted to and agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall thereafter be carried out in full accordance with the schedule approved pursuant to this condition and completed prior to first occupation, unless the Local Planning Authority gives written consent to any variation.
Reason: To ensure the appearance of the development is satisfactory and having due regard to policies CS11 and CS16 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
19.
No development above ground slab level shall commence until details of an interpretation panel, including its location within the site, has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out in full accordance with the details approved pursuant to this Condition prior to first occupation and the panel shall be retained and maintained for the lifetime of the development.
Reason: To promote the Borough’s heritage assets, namely the line of the Roman road and its significance in accordance with Policy CS11 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
20.
No works associated with the construction of the development hereby approved (including foundations and drainage works) shall commence until details of archaeological monitoring and recording during the relevant stages of the development ensuring that archaeological evidence associated with Roman presence on the site is recognised and recorded has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out in full accordance with the details approved pursuant to this Condition.
Reason: To ensure that appropriate level of archaeological monitoring and recording having regard to the potential for features of archaeological interests to have survived within this location in accordance with Policy CS11 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
21.
The development hereby permitted shall only be carried out in accordance with the Arboricultural Impact Appraisal and Preliminary Arboricultural Method Statement and tree planting plan (Reference ACD March 2025) and British Standard BS5837: 2012 (Trees in relation to design, demolition and construction - Recommendations).
Reason: To ensure the continuity of amenity value afforded by the trees in question and in accordance with Policies CS16 and DM8 of the Havant Borough Core Strategy (2011) and the National Planning Policy Framework.
22.
No development shall take place until the Council has received evidence that the
required nutrient mitigation capacity has been purchased to the development pursuant to the allocation agreement dated 18 December 2023 between William Northcroft Butler and James Nicholas Butler, and HN Butler Farms Limited and Places for People Homes Limited.
Reason: There is existing evidence of high levels of nitrogen and phosphorus in the water environment with evidence of eutrophication at some European designated nature conservation sites in the Solent catchment. The PUSH Integrated Water Management Strategy has identified that there is uncertainty as to whether new housing development can be accommodated without having a detrimental impact on the designated sites within the Solent. Further detail regarding this can be found in the appropriate assessment that was carried out regarding this planning application. In compliance with Regulation 63 of the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017, the local planning authority has a duty to ensure that sufficient mitigation is provided against any impacts which might arise upon the designated sites. In coming to this decision, the Council has also had regard to Policy CS11 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011.
23.
At all times following occupation of the development hereby approved, all measures for water usage within the submitted nutrient budget shall be maintained in the development in perpetuity.
Reason: There is existing evidence of high levels of nitrogen and phosphorus in the water environment with evidence of eutrophication at some European designated nature conservation sites in the Solent catchment. The PUSH Integrated Water Management Strategy has identified that there is uncertainty as to whether new housing development can be accommodated without having a detrimental impact on the designated sites within the Solent. Further detail regarding this can be found in the appropriate assessment that was carried out regarding this planning application. In compliance with Regulation 63 of the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017, the local planning authority has a duty to ensure that sufficient mitigation is provided against any impacts which might arise upon the designated sites. In coming to this decision, the Council has also had regard to Policy CS11 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011.
24.
No development above ground slab level shall commence until details of multiple integral Swift bricks in new dwellings, installed in accordance with best practice, have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The development shall be carried out in full accordance with the details approved pursuant to this Condition and shall be retained and maintained for the lifetime of the development.
Reason: To provide ecological protection and enhancement in accordance with the Environment Act 2021, Conservation Regulations 2017, Wildlife & Countryside Act 1981, NPPF, NERC Act 2006 and Policy CS 11 of the Havant Borough Core Strategy March 2011.
25.
No piles shall penetrate the full depth of the Clay cover or terminate within 2 meters of it, unless a piling risk assessment and method statement (detailing the depth and type of piling to be undertaken and the methodology by which such piling will be carried out, including measures to prevent and minimise the potential for damage to subsurface water infrastructure, vibration and the programme for the works) have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority in consultation with Portsmouth Water.
Reason: To prevent any harmful impacts on groundwater and therefore the local public water supply source in accordance with Policy DM11 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
26.
Prior to the commencement of development hereby approved (other than any site clearance partial demolition and consequential works for the purpose of ensuring structural stability), an assessment of the nature and extent of contamination at the site, whether originating from within or outside the curtilage, shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The assessment shall be undertaken by competent persons, and the findings presented as a written report. The assessment may comprise separate reports as appropriate, but unless specifically excluded in writing by the Local Planning Authority, shall include;
1) Site investigation appropriate to both the previous & approved use of the site, to provide sufficient data and information to adequately identify & characterise any physical contamination on or affecting the site, and to inform an appropriate assessment of the risks to future occupants & to groundwater.
2) The results of an appropriate risk assessment based upon (1), and where unacceptable risks are identified, a Remediation Strategy that includes;
• appropriately considered remedial objectives,
• an appraisal of remedial &/or risk mitigation options, having due regard to sustainability, and;
• clearly defined proposals for mitigation of the identified risks.
3) A verification plan providing details of the data that will be collected in order to demonstrate that the works set out any Remediation Strategy required under (2) are complete, identifying any requirements for longer-term monitoring of pollutant linkages, maintenance of engineered mitigation measures, and arrangements for contingency action.
All elements shall be adhered to unless agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority.
Reason: To ensure that the development does not contribute to, and is not put at unacceptable risk from, or adversely affected by, unacceptable levels of contamination, in line with policy DM10 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011, DM17 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Allocations) 2014, and the National Planning Policy Framework. Contamination may be present at the site as a result of both prior construction & demolition activities at the site, and from uses ancillary to current land uses that could pose a risk to future occupants. The site lies within the Source Protection Zone 1c for an essential water supply source, and the presence of contaminants could pose a risk to the aquifer where preferential pathways are created by construction activity (e.g. piling).
27.
Prior to the occupation of any relevant part of the permitted development, any verification report required in accordance with condition 26 shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The report shall include results of sampling and monitoring carried out in accordance with the approved verification plan, and must demonstrate that site remediation criteria have been met. Where longer-term monitoring of pollutant linkages is identified as being necessary, the report shall clearly set out plans for monitoring, provision for maintenance, relevant triggers and contingency actions (a “long-term monitoring and maintenance plan”). The long-term monitoring and maintenance plan shall be implemented as approved.
Reason: To ensure that the development does not contribute to, and is not put at unacceptable risk from, or adversely affected by, unacceptable levels of contamination, in line with policy DM10 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011, DM17 of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Allocations) 2014, and the National Planning Policy Framework. Contamination may be present at the site as a result of both prior construction & demolition activities at the site, and from uses ancillary to current land uses that could pose a risk to future occupants. The site lies within the Source Protection Zone 1c for an essential water supply source, and the presence of contaminants could pose a risk to the aquifer where preferential pathways are created by construction activity (e.g. piling).
28.
Notwithstanding the provisions of any Town and Country Planning General Permitted
Development Order (as amended), no hard surfaces situated on land between a wall forming the principal elevation of a dwellinghouse and a highway permitted by
Part 1, Classes F of the 2015 Order, as amended, shall be provided without the prior written approval of the Local Planning Authority.
Reason: To ensure quality of the development by the retention of natural landscape features in accordance with the objectives of the National Policy Framework and Policy CS16, of the Havant Borough Local Plan (Core Strategy) 2011.
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