Mr Dagg was present and addressed the committee in objection to the application.

Mr Newton was also present and addressed the committee in support of the application.

Cllr Foan, West Horndon Parish Council expressed concerns relating to safe accessing the A127.

A motion was MOVED by Cllr Baker and SECONDED by Cllr Lloyd to refuse this application.

FOR:               Cllrs Baker, Cloke, Mrs Cohen, Mrs Hones, Hossack, Lloyd,                          McCheyne, Quirk, Mrs Squirrell and Reed (10)

AGAINST:      (0)

ABSTAIN:      Cllr Mynott (1)

RESOLVED: This is application is refused for the following reason:

The proposal represents tandem development  out of character in West Horndon,  and would have an unacceptably adverse impact on the amenities of the adjoining premises 11 Thorndon Avenue.