Issue - meetings

DEFERRED

Description of application – Elevational alterations and second/third floor upward extension to existing building incorporating mansard roof and front and rear dormers, excavation of basement and lightwells and construction of four storey rear extension. Conversion of resultant building into 5 no. residential flats (3 no. two bedroom and 2 no. 1 bedroom) with balconies/terraces at first, second and third floor. Formation of surface car parking spaces at rear, provision of rear cycle and refuse storage and 2 no. electric car charging points at front.

Oral representations from visiting Ward Member Councillor Peter Dean in support of the application were received at the meeting. Councillor Dean considered that this large building (the bulk of which was towards the rear), would not be visible from the road and would be no higher than the neighbouring property. The five flats were a welcome addition to the Council’s five year land supply. The back garden would be well screened and there would be no loss of privacy, no overlooking, no loss of light or loss of amenity to neighbouring properties. He reported that the developer had agreed to increase the width of the alleyway to improve vehicular access.

The Chairman considered the application to be very bulky and ugly and would stand out within the street scene. Councillor Dunn agreed stating the development would be out-of-character with the surrounding area.

Councillor Terry sought deferral of the application to seek a reduction in bulk and design improvements to fit in with the surrounding area.

Members having considered the report and objections, RESOLVED that the application be DEFERRED without prejudice to any future consideration to seek a reduction in bulk and a design which is more in character with the streetscene.