Agenda item

APPROVED

There was a presentation of the application from Planning which confirmed the side space policy did not apply.

There was an oral representation in objection to the application from a direct neighbour of the property.

The Committee heard that the proposed extension would harm the amenities of the neighbouring property as the extension would overlook the neighbour’s house and patio area, impacting on both light and outlook. It was considered to be an overbearing development.

An oral representation in support of the application was then given by the applicant/owner of the property. The Committee heard that the property currently has problems with drainage and pipework in connection with drains at the rear of the property. The owners also currently use a macerator which proves costly. It is planned to move the bathroom to the rear of the property with the installation of proper plumbing, and the owners feel the proposed changes are more cost-effective than moving house.

During discussions it was acknowledged that the road contains a lot of narrow houses with not a large amount of space or scope for extensions. A lot of the houses are different in design with a mixture of extensions and add-ons. However, the cumulative effect on several changes to one property was also highlighted with the possible negative impact on neighbouring properties.

Members having considered the Report, objections and representations RESOLVED that PERMISSION BE GRANTED, subject to the conditions set out in the Report.