Demolition of existing garage, erection of two storey side extension, two storey rear extension, first floor front extension, front and rear dormers, and improved access to dwelling.

The Committee considered an application for the demolition of existing garage, erection of two storey side extension, two storey rear extension, first floor front extension, front and rear dormers, and improved access to dwelling.

Prior to the meeting, Members of the Development Management Committee undertook a site visit and written representations were circulated to members.  At the meeting Mr Addison addressed the Committee in support of the application.

Resolved:

Approved as applied for subject to

i)       In accordance with the submitted FRA received 01.06.2016, surface water drainage shall be provided by means of soakaways within the site which shall comply with the requirements of BRE Digest 365 for the critical 1 in 100 year storm event plus 30% for climate change unless an alternative means of surface water drainage is submitted to and agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority prior to the commencement of development;

ii)      A landscaping scheme including details of two replacement trees shall be submitted for approval prior to development above DPC level. The approved landscaping shall be implemented prior to the first use of the extensions hereby approved and retained as such at all times thereafter;

iii)     Once the works to improve the access have been completed the new front boundary wall shall be rebuilt to match the character of the existing;

iv)     Details of materials; and

v)      final drafting of conditions being delegated to the Executive Head of Business Services.

(Prior to consideration of the application Helen Addison, Team Leader Development Management) declared a personal interest in the application and left the room)