RECOMMENDATION:  Approval subject to conditions and completion of Section 106 Agreement.

WARD:  Winchmore Hill

NOTED

1.    The introduction by Claire Williams, Planning Decisions Manager, highlighting the key issues and clarifying the proposals.

2.    There was a reference to the update note that had been circulated to members.

3.    Cycle parking (Condition 13) has been amended to remove reference to an additional cycle parking storage to the front communal area.

4.    Condition 15 has been amended to include reference to tactile paving either side of the access. The information is required due to the impact of the proposals on the Cycle Enfield lanes.

5.    With regard to the decentralised energy networks it is recommended that the scheme is designed to incorporate a mini DEN now with central boilers in a small plant area which would be secured through a condition. The obligation to connect to the wider DEN when it is extended to this area would be secured through a Section 106 agreement.  

6.    The deputation of Carolyn Apcar (Agent) and Andy Haynes (Bidwells).

7.    Members debate and questions responded to by officers including a discussion on affordable housing and the absence of any provision in the revised scheme.

8.    A proposal by Councillor Rye and seconded by Councillor Alexandrou to defer a decision on the application was supported unanimously by the committee.

AGREED that the application be DEFERRED due to concerns about the absence of affordable housing. Officers to explore with the Applicant how this can be addressed.