Decision details

Change of use of the existing industrial units to a Materials Recycling Facility (MRF) with External Ancillary Works. Units 2A & 2B, Birch Close, Eastbourne, BN23 6NY For Links Waste Management Ltd – EB/751/CM

5.1       The Committee considered a report by the Director of Communities, Economy and Transport.  It was confirmed that there were no further representations following the consultation on the addition of the sleeper walls to the proposal.

5.2       A motion to grant planning permission subject to conditions was proposed, seconded, voted on and lost.  The majority voted against the motion due to concerns over the environmental impact of dust escaping from the units and access to the units.

5.3       RESOLVED to defer determination of the application to allow officers an opportunity to consult with the applicant and partner enforcement authorities regarding the suitability of the building in relation to the dust management plan referred to in paragraph 6.18 of the report, and options for the determination of the planning application and to advise the Planning Committee further on these matters.