Decision details

Item 11: Proposal Description: Two storey front extension, roof raising and conversion of garage, first floor side extension, two storey rear/side and single storey rear extensions; replacement roof, windows and finishes to external walls (amended drawings and proposal)

The application was introduced.  Members were referred to the Update Sheet which set out an amendment to page 107 to change the number of off road parking spaces from four to three due to the angle of the drive.

During public participation, William O’Brien spoke in objection to the application and Louise Cutts (agent) spoke in support of the application and answered Members’ questions thereon.

During public participation, Councillor Ferguson spoke in objection to the application as Ward Member. 

In summary, Councillor Ferguson raised various concerns by a number of residents in relation to the scale and mass of the development which was two and half times larger than the existing dwelling and considered to be overdevelopment of the site.

In conclusion, Councillor Ferguson stated that the proposal was overbearing on the neighbouring property resulting in a loss of their privacy, was unsympathetic to the character of the area, would set a precedent for future development on this scale and would change the streetscene of Manningford Close and the surrounding area if permitted.

The Committee proceeded to ask questions and debate the application.

RESOLVED:

The committee agreed to refuse permission for the following reasons: the property by reason of its size and relationship to the occupiers of 11 Manningford Close results in (1) overdevelopment of the plot, out of character in its appearance and variety to the local streetscene in terms of its scale and mass (2) will result in an unneighbourly impact on the occupiers of 11 Manningford Close by reason of the two storey side element by virtue of its height and  materials to the living conditions of the occupiers of 11 Manningford Close, contrary to policies DM16 and DM17.  Exact wording delegated to the Chair of Planning Committee in consultation with the Service Lead: Built Environment.