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The agenda and reports associated with this minute can be found at:- http://committees.aberdeencity.gov.uk/ieListDocuments.aspx?CId=348&MId=3919&Ver=4
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Site Visit Minutes: The Committee conducted a site visit prior to the Hearing. The Committee was addressed by the Senior Planner (Mr Williamson) who summarised the proposal for the overall site, explained that all of the buildings currently on site were proposed to be demolished and replaced with four residential blocks, the proposed locations of which were highlighted. There being no detailed questions from members, the Convener explained that the Committee would return to the Town House to commence the Hearing.
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Planning Reference – 150343
The documents associated with this application can be found at:- http://planning.aberdeencity.gov.uk/PlanningDetail.asp?ref=150343
Case Officer – Paul Williamson Additional documents: Minutes: The Hearing was opened by the Convener who welcomed those present and advised that the first person to speak would be Mr Williamson.
The Committee heard from Mr Paul Williamson, Senior Planner, Aberdeen City Council who addressed the Committee in the following terms:-
As outlined within the circulated report, the purpose of this Pre-Determination Hearing is for elected members to hear the views of the applicant, and if desired, those who have made representations to this planning application. As such, there has been no evaluation or recommendation made at this time.
The proposal of 100 flatted properties would include the redevelopment of this industrial site located on the northern side of Abbotswell Road, West Tullos. The site is relatively slender in nature and leads to the north towards the River Dee. Adjacent uses include further business and industrial properties, some residential properties, a sports centre, and a nursing home.
The proposal is for the demolition of the four existing buildings and erection of a flatted residential development with associated access, car parking and landscaping works. The form of development would be over four separate blocks, of between 4 and 6 storeys high. The proposal would also see the provision of a total of 142 car parking spaces on site, with provision also made for cycle, motorcycle, and refuse storage. The applicant shall also describe the proposals in greater detail, and provide further illustrations of their proposals.
As outlined within the report, the land is currently allocated as Business and Industry within the Aberdeen Local Development Plan and the Proposed Local Development Plan. The adjacent land to the east is allocated as Green Space Network and Urban Green Space.
As noted within the report, the principle policy considerations relate to:-
In respect of consultee responses, the Roads Development Management Team have no objection. They have however asked for some minor amendments to the internal layout. Contributions would be required towards the Strategic Transport Fund and the city car club. A new bus shelter would also be required on Wellington Road.
Following the preparation of this report, the Environmental Health Officer has confirmed that should planning permission be granted, further information would be necessary in respect of noise mitigation from the adjacent road, and air quality to protect future ... view the full minutes text for item 2. |