Agenda item

Conversion of triple garage to create living accommodation (Resubmission).

The Team Leader - Central and East, Alan Dobie gave a detailed presentation on the report relating to the abovementioned planning application, a copy of which had been circulated (for copy see file of minutes).  Members noted that the written report was supplemented by a visual presentation which included photographs of the site.  The application was for conversion of triple garage to create living accommodation (resubmission) and was recommended for approval, subject to conditions.

The Team Leader - Central and East noted the application was one of two applications at the property, Broxholme, Castle Eden.  He noted that Castle Eden was within a Conservation Area and included a diverse and eclectic mix of properties.  He noted the property in question was in an approximate Art Deco style, occupying a large corner plot near to the War Memorial. 

It was explained that the Listed Buildings referred to, included the War Memorial.  Members noted the property was well screened and proposed elevations.  It was added that the previous version of the application sought permission for accommodation above the garage.

The Team Leader - Central and East noted that there had been no objections from Highways as the site retained sufficient parking.  He added there had been no objections from Design and Conservation, Spatial Policy or Tree Officers.  It was explained there had been two letters of objection in relation to overdevelopment and objections from the Parish Council in terms of overdevelopment, impact near to the War Memorial and an increase in traffic.

The Team Leader - Central and East noted in terms of the principle of the development, the scale was acceptable, as was the impact upon the Conservation Area and Listed Buildings.  It was added that Highways had noted there would not be sufficient impact upon traffic to require a survey. He noted that the nearest residents were at the far end of the site and would not be impacted in terms of residential amenity.  The Team Leader - Central and East concluded noting the application was recommended for approval.

The Chairman asked Mr J Taylor, Agent for the applicant to speak in support of the application.

Mr J Taylor explained that the application was as set out in the report, with conversion of the garage and a slight increase in height.  He noted the doors would be removed and windows put in their place.  He noted the building was ancillary to the main property, had a small footprint and relied upon the main building for its facilities and did not represent overdevelopment.  He asked that Members approve the application.

The Chairman asked the Committee for their comments and questions.

Councillor M Davinson asked why this application had been made separate to the following application at the same site and asked whether there would be two instances of disruption in terms of development for neighbours, what was the order of development.  The Team Leader - Central and East noted there may have been value in considering both.

Councillor G Bleasdale proposed that the application be approved; she was seconded by Councillor I Jewell. 

RESOLVED

That the application be APPROVED subject to the conditions detailed in the Officer’s report to the Committee.