Decision details

The Committee received an application for full planning permission.

The application sought approval for the erection of three 2-bed affordable houses, associated landscaping, parking spaces, rear gardens and an alleyway for access following demolition of two garage blocks. Replacement of one site (Parking Court) with 21 space parking courtyard and landscaping.

The Planning Officer corrected a typographical error in condition 8.25 of the report. All 22 car parking spaces were on the hardstanding area.

The Committee received a representation in objection to the application from a resident of St Kilda Avenue.

The representation covered the following issues:

       i.          Took issue with the accuracy of plans.

     ii.          The application would exacerbate existing issues affecting:

a.    Light loss.

b.    Refuse collection.

   iii.          Proximity of proposed housing on (existing) neighbours.

   iv.          Parking provision.

The Committee:

Unanimously resolved to grant the application for planning permission in accordance with the officer recommendation, for the reasons set out in the officer report, and subject to the conditions recommended by the officers.