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the retention of 1,163 square meter concrete yard and change of use from vacant greenfield site to ancillary storage yard (Timber Storage, Pallet Racking not exceeding 3.6 meters high, Gas Cylinder Storage and General Storage of Palletised Outdoor Goods) and relocation of 7 no. storage containers. Permission is sought to erect 1.25 to 1.5 meter high timber panels above top of existing blockwork wall on East and South site boundaries along with all associated site works and landscaping including raised tree and hedge planting and low level lighting columns
Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is considered consistent with the B1 'Commercial Town or Village Centre' zoning objective as an ancillary use to an established retail business, and subject to compliance with conditions, would not adversely impact the residential or visual amenities of the area or the archaeological heritage of the site.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The change of use from a vacant greenfield site to an ancillary storage yard is compatible with the 'B1' Town Centre zoning and the established retail use on the site.
- Potential impacts on residential amenity, specifically regarding noise from gas cylinder deliveries and light spill from the rear of the building, can be mitigated through restrictive planning conditions and the removal of unauthorized fixtures.
- The proposed 1.23m high timber fence extension above the existing boundary wall is unnecessary for noise abatement and would have a negative visual impact and overshadowing effect on neighboring residential gardens; its omission is recommended.