Councillor Tucker declared a disclosable pecuniary interest and left the meeting.

Councillor Prowse declared a personal interest as the applicant was a constituent and was known to him.

The Committee considered a report by the Senior Planning Officer (RB) (circulated previously).

Matt Steart (agent) and David Lincoln (objector) addressed the Committee.

The Senior Corporate and Community Services Officer read out a statement on behalf of Samantha Hammond (objector).

Councillor Walker (in her capacity as Ward Member) addressed the Committee.

In response to questions, the Senior Planning Officer advised the following:

·       The Highways Authority had raised no objections to the application.

·       Drainage issues had been acknowledged as part of condition 16 and all matters relating to drainage would be addressed as reserved matters.

·       A construction management plan would be required as a condition and would detail all provisions relating to public amenity during the construction.

·       The Highways Authority had not recommended the reduction in speed on the highway.  This could only be included as a condition, if the Highways Authority had supported the reduction in speed.

·       In relation to drainage, Devon County Council had requested further information.  Condition 16 required the applicant to submit green run-off rates and contained mitigation measures.

·       The provision of a land drain could fit on the site, however the site was constrained and it did not form part of the application.

·       The value of the ransom strip was not a material planning consideration.

RESOLVED (6 for, 3 against, 0 abstained) that the application be APPROVED as recommended by the Senior Planning Officer.