This application has been referred to committee at the request of Cllr Hirst for the following reason:

 I cannot see how the proposed extension contravenes our planning

regulations, and so cannot see why it is recommended for refusal. The issue of roof layout appears to be a matter of planning officer taste rather than policy.

Planning permission was sought for the significant re-modelling and extension of an existing dwelling, via two storey front, rear and side extensions, new roof and alterations to fenestration, at 4 Chestnuts, Hutton Mount.

The main considerations in the determination of this application were the impact on the character and appearance of the surrounding area of Hutton Mount, the impact on the amenity of existing and future occupiers and parking and highway considerations and whether it had overcome the reasons for refusing the previous similar scheme.

Ms Outram presented the report.

The Applicant, Ms Monnickendam, was present at the meeting and addressed the committee.

Cllr Hirst, Ward Councillor, spoke in favour of the application.

Cllr Reed also spoke in support of the application.

Following a full discussion, Cllr Reed MOVED and Cllr Barber SECONDED

that the application be APPROVED.

A vote was taken, and Members voted as follows:

FOR: Cllrs Bridge, Barber, Cloke, Gelderbloem, Heard, Reed, Tanner (7)

AGAINST: Cllrs Dr Barrett, Cuthbert, Fryd, Laplain, Mynott (5)

ABSTAIN: (0)

The motion to APPROVE the application was RESOLVED.

The Chair recommended conditions should be attached to the permission to be agreed by the case officer via delegated authority. The agreed standard conditions are as follows:

1                   TIM01 – Standard Time - Full

The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission. 

Reason:  To comply with Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004.

2             DRA01 - Development in Accordance with Drawings

The development hereby permitted shall not be carried out except in complete accordance with the approved drawing(s) listed above and specifications. 

Reason:  To ensure that the development is as permitted by the local planning authority and for the avoidance of doubt.

3             Materials as Approved

The materials to be used in the construction of the external surfaces of the building hereby permitted shall be as shown within Design and Access Statement ref: 3033/A; which states: 

Red Brick

Off White render

Dark Grey/Black powder coated aluminum doors & windows

Black Mock Tudor Paneling

Reason:  In order to safeguard the character and appearance of the area.

4             Obscure Glazing

The proposed first floor flank window(s) on the east elevation;  shall be:- a) glazed using obscured glass to a minimum of level 3 of the "Pilkington" scale of obscuration and b) non-opening below a height of 1.7m above the floor of the room in which the window is installed.  The windows shall be installed prior to the first occupation of the building or use of the room of which the window(s) is installed.  Those windows shall remain so glazed and non-openable.  (Note the application of translucent film to clear glazed windows does not satisfy the requirements of this condition) 

Reason:  In order to prevent an unacceptable degree of overlooking of nearby residential properties.

5             Storage of Building Materials

Areas within the curtilage of the site for the purpose of the reception and storage of building materials shall be identified clear of the highway. 

Reason: To ensure that appropriate loading / unloading facilities are available to ensure that the highway is not obstructed during the construction period in the interest of highway safety .

(Cllr Bridge declared a non-pecuniary interest on behalf of the Committee as the applicant was the sister of a former Leader of the Council)