Issue - meetings

To consider a report of the Director of Economy, Transport and Environment regarding 2 planning applications (Nos. 20/03153/HCC and 21/00052/HCC) at Bramshill Quarry, Warren Heath, Brickhouse Hill, Eversley:

1. Proposed variation of Conditions 1, 31 and 39 of planning permission 14/00063/CMA so as to allow an extension of time to complete extraction, processing and to remove plant, machinery and buildings until 30 June 2026.

2. Proposed variation of Condition 1 of planning permission 14/00060/CMA so as to allow the extended use of the conveyor bridge, with its removal by 30 June 2026.

1)    Proposed variation of Conditions 1, 31 and 39 of planning permission 14/00063/CMA so as to allow an extension of time to complete extraction, processing and to remove plant, machinery and buildings until 30 June 2026, together with minor amendments to the restoration scheme and submission of the aftercare scheme (No. 20/03153/HCC)

2)    Proposed variation of Condition 1 of planning permission 14/00060/CMA so as to allow the extended use of the conveyor bridge, with its removal by 30 June 2026 (No. 21/00052/HCC)

at Bramshill Quarry, Warren Heath, Brickhouse Hill, Eversley, Hook RG27 0QB (Site Ref: HR042)

The Committee considered a report from the Assistant Director of Waste, Planning and Environment (item 6 in the minute book), which combined two applications for variation of conditions at Bramshill Quarry in Hook.

The Committee was given a brief overview applications, the importance of sharp sand and gravel and the relevance of the site was highlighted. Elevation and aerial photographs were shown and it was confirmed that a liaison panel had been recommended to work alongside that for Eversley quarry. The delay was caused by the pandemic and subsequent demand for aggregate and therefore an extension of time was being sought.

The Committee received a deputation from local County Councillor Tim Davies, who shared his concerns regarding the application particularly with mud and debris on the road.

During questions of the officer the following points were confirmed:

·         The proposed restoration plans were seen as an enhancement of the area and no concerns had been raised.

·         As the County Council was below the level of aggregate required as a reserve, this was a material consideration for the Committee;

·         There were no Highways concerns and no evidence to support the mud on the road being caused by the applicant, and so a wheel wash was difficult to enforce.

During debate, some Members felt the Committee was being put in a difficult position due to the importance of the site and asked that the site and impact on the local road network was monitored carefully should it be approved.

RESOLVED

1) Planning permission was GRANTED for planning application 20/03153/HCC subject to the conditions listed in Appendix A1 and the deed of variation to the existing Section 106 legal agreement ensuring the delivery of the approved Heathland Site Management Plan, archaeological works, the provision of paths/bridleway routes/public access areas and nature conservation management and hydrological and ecological monitoring being secured.

2. Planning permission was GRANTED for planning application 21/00052/HCC subject to the conditions listed in Appendix A2 and the deed of variation to the existing Section 106 agreement relating to the method of removal and reinstatement of land occupied by the conveyor bridge and the signalised crossing being secured.

Voting:
Both applications were unanimously supported by the Committee (15 in favour)