Decision details

The Committee received an application for full planning permission.

The application sought approval for a ground floor extension to the side and rear.

The Committee noted the amendment sheet.

The Committee received a representation in objection to the application from a local resident.

The representation covered the following issues:

     i.        Stated that the proposal was overbearing but the excessive height could be overcome by using alternative materials.

    ii.        Confirmed that the owners of the neighbouring property had indicated that if this application was successful, they too would consider building a similar extension. Highlighted how it would set a precedent for the area which needed to be considered.

   iii.        Many plants, shrubs and an apple tree would be damaged or lost due to the building work.

Helene Kotter (Applicant’s Agent) addressed the Committee in support of the application.

Councillor Cantrill (Newnham Ward Councillor) addressed the Committee about the application.

     i.        Recognised the changes made by the applicant to address the issues previously raised about the proposal being overbearing.

    ii.        Stated that the changes alleviated the impact on neighbouring property number 9 but it did not address the issues for the other neighbouring property, number 13. As such, he was still not sufficiently happy to approve the application.

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.