Issue - meetings

The Committee received an application for full planning permission.

The application sought approval for a single and part two storey rear extension, first floor side extension. Pitch roof to existing single storey front and side flat roof. Single storey front extension.

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

The representation covered the following issues:

       i.          Had no objections to the development in principle.

     ii.          Expressed the following concerns about this specific application:

a.    Scale, finish and appropriateness of setting.

b.    Disliked design/style and materials proposed. These would be out of character with the area.

c.    The building had already been extended and would be made bigger.

d.    Increased vehicular movements.

e.    Impact on residents’ amenities.

f.      The building was flooded in 2001 so developing the site further seemed unwise.

Mr Khan (Applicant) addressed the Committee in support of the application.

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

The representation covered the following issues:

       i.          The street scene was important in the area.

     ii.          The application would be out of proportion with neighbours.

   iii.          Expressed concern about proposed materials.

   iv.          Said that work had already started before planning permission had been granted. Enforcement Officers were investigating.

    v.          Approval of this development would set the precedent for large developments like No. 2 Dane Drive.

The Committee:

Resolved (by 4 votes to 3) 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.