Issue - meetings

1.         Mrs Jane Robinson spoke in objection to the application;

2.         Ms Helen Tedman spoke in objection to the application.

Officers presented the report, which recommended approval. Following a debate, during which the following key issues were discussed; anti social behaviour, car races, litter, noise pollution and unpleasant smells, it was

Resolved:

That planning permission be REFUSED

For the following reason(s):

1.  The proliferation of fast food outlets in this location and the cumulative increase in noise, fumes and nuisance from cooking, increased traffic movements and general disturbance would be harmful to neighbouring amenity, contrary to Policy C38 of the West Wiltshire District Plan – 1^st Alteration 2004.

2. The proposals would result in the loss of parking provision which would be likely to result in congestion and vehicles parking on the highway to the detriment of the amenity and convenience of neighbours and other road users, contrary to Policy C38 of the West Wiltshire District Plan – 1^st Alteration 2004.

3.The proposals would have an adverse impact on the existing town centre function and facilities, harmful to the vitality and viability of the nearby town centre, contrary to Policy SP3 of the West Wiltshire District Plan – 1^st Alteration 2004.