Apologies for absence were received from Councillors Birch and Yardley.

There were no declarations of interest.

[To approve the minutes of the previous meeting as a correct record]

Resolved:

That the minutes of the previous meeting held on 21 May 2019 be confirmed as a correct record and signed by the Chair.

[To consider any matters arising]

There were no matters arising.

[To consider the planning application]

The Committee considered a report regarding 19/00039/FUL - Proposed two storey side and rear extension & Change of Use from a C3 (Dwelling House) To C4 (House in Multiple Occupation).

Mr Pete Milton addressed the Committee and spoke in opposition to the application.

In response to statements made, Tim Philpot, Transport Strategy, stated that during a site visit that morning, it became apparent that the proposed parking provisions did not meet the necessary requirements.

Resolved

That Planning application 18/01479/FUL be refused for the following reasons:

• Insufficient parking provision
• Highway safety

[To consider the application]

The Committee considered a report regarding 19/00750/TR - Oak Tree Preservation Order number 1962 - Reduction of height and spread by 3-4 metres.

Mr Richard Wood addressed the Committee and spoke in support of the application.

In response to statements made, Stephen Alexander, Head of City Planning, sympathised with Mr Wood and explained how such applications were determined.

Members of the Committee sympathised with the applicant and whilst some Members felt the proposals were acceptable, others expressed concern.

Resolved

That Planning application 19/00750/TR be granted for the following reason:

• The grounds for the application and the impact of the tree on the adjacent properties were sufficient to justify any impact on the amenity value of the tree that would result from the work.