Agenda item

Two storey extension to side, single storey extension to rear, replace balustrade to terraced area and alterations to openings and internal layout.

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 two storey extension to side, single storey extension to rear, replace balustrade to terraced area and alterations to openings and internal layout and was recommended for approval, subject to conditions.

The Team Leader - Central and East noted the application was the second application at the property, Broxholme, Castle Eden.  He reiterated as regards the location and noted this application represented a substantial extension and internal works though, as there were no windows along the side facing the adjoining residential property, it was not felt there was any impact.  It was noted the location and design were felt to be acceptable and the flat roof ensured that the extension remained subordinate to the main property.

The Team Leader - Central and East noted that there had been no objections from Highways, Design and Conservation 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 and in terms of the materials being inappropriate.

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.  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 the extension being subservient to the main property and the floor space not increasing the number of bedrooms. 

He reiterated there was sufficient parking on the site and as development represented less than 25% of the plot it was not felt as overdevelopment.  He asked that Members approve the application.

The Chairman asked the Committee for their comments and questions.

Councillor M Davinson asked as regards fences around trees in Condition 5.  The Team Leader - Central and East noted they were to protect the trees during the works.

Councillor M Davinson proposed that the application be approved; he was seconded by Councillor G Bleasdale. 

RESOLVED

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