Disabled-access rear extension at Old Farmhouse, Ford, Cheltenham

“Description of the Proposal 4.1 The proposal seeks planning permission for Single storey rear extension for disabled adaptation to include bedroom and bathroom.”

“Site Description and Context 3.1 The site contains a single semi-detached residential property. The site lies within a predominantly residential area in a reasonably recently built estate, where development such as that proposed, is considered to be acceptable in principle.”

“DC0901MWeV11 6.0 Relevant Planning History 6.1 There is no relevant site history.”

“Synopsis 2.1 The key issues for consideration are the design of the proposed development, as well as its impact on neighbouring amenity in terms of outlook, light and privacy.”

“Design 14.2 The proposed single storey rear extension comprises a width of 3.8 metres with a depth of 6 metres. The proposed rear extension seeks to demolish an existing “storage room” attached to the host dwelling, to replace with a single storey rear extension. The proposed single storey rear extension would measure 2.5 metres to the eaves and 2.8 metres to the highest point. The proposed extension would provide a ground floor bedroom and accessible bathroom.”

“Therefore, the design of the proposed development is considered satisfactory on its own merits. The development is visually acceptable and would not detract from the appearance of the original building. Consequently, the design and layout do not harm the surrounding area either. Consequently, the proposals are considered to be in conformity with relevant adopted local plan policies DM13 and DM15.”

“Environmental Protection: No objection subject to conditions to control hours of demolition/construction and appropriate process should any unexpected contamination be found.”

“DC0901MWeV11 10.0 Representations from Notified Parties 10.1 The application resulted in a number of notifications to interested third parties including neighbouring properties. No responses have been received to these notifications.”

“260526 85 Chestnut Way Tiptree Councillor Calverley declared a non-pecuniary interest as Director of the applicant, Colchester Borough Homes. The Committee considered an application for a Single storey rear extension for disabled adaptation to include bedroom and bathroom. The application was referred to the Planning Committee because the applicant was Colchester Borough Homes. The Committee had before it a report in which all information was set out.”

“APPROVAL of planning permission subject to the following conditions:”

“In the event that historic land contamination is found at any time when carrying out works in relation to the development, it must be reported in writing immediately to the Local Planning Authority and all development shall cease immediately.”