House extensions and alterations at 6 Woodgate Crescent, Northwood

“This householder planning application proposes extensions and alterations to No. 6 Woodgate Crescent (‘the site’). The amended scheme comprises the erection of a single -storey front extension/front porch and single-storey rear extension, a first -floor side extension, enlargement of the rear terrace to provide additional patio space, and amendments to the fenestration.”

“The application has been amended during its consideration, most notably through the removal of the previously proposed rear dormer. The amended proposal has therefore reduced the extent of built form at roof level and removes the potential for additional elevated rear -facing views associated with the dormer.”

“The surrounding area is predominantly residential and comprises a mixture of semi-detached and two-storey detached dwellings. The character of the area is varied, with properties having been altered over time through extensions, additions and other domestic alterations of differing scales and architectural approaches.”

“The application property is situated between two established two-storey residential properties, with No. 4 Woodgate Crescent located to the west and No. 8 Woodgate Crescent located to the East. Directly South or to the rea lies the private amenity garden s of Nos 2 Woodgate Crescent and No 13 Wieland Road. Existing boundary treatment and vegetation provide a degree of screening between the application property and adjoining residential properties.”

“A list of the planning history related to the property can be found in Appendix 2.”

“The site has an established planning history. In particular, full planning permission was granted in 1979 under reference 26564/79/0534 for an extension to form a games room and kitchen addition. This permission was subsequently implemented. The existing property has therefore previously been subject to extensions and alterations, and the current proposal must be considered in the context of the established form and character of the dwelling and surrounding development.”

“The proposal would not adversely affect highway safety. The existing off-street parking provision would be broadly maintained, and the Council’s Highways Officer has raised no objection to the proposal. The site is not located within a Flood Zone or Critical Drainage Area. Due regard has been given to the drainage and flooding concerns raised during consultation.”

“The matters raised, including concerns regarding scale, design, land levels, overlooking, privacy, the previously proposed dormer, drainage and the cumulative extent of development, have been carefully considered in the assessment below. The amended scheme, including the removal of the dormer, addresses a number of the concerns raised and the remaining impacts are not considered to amount to unacceptable planning harm.”

“The previously proposed dormer has been removed from the amended scheme. The amended proposal therefore does not include the dormer that was the subject of this concern. ii. 21m separation distance and overlooking This is discussed below in paragraphs 7.24 to 7.42 iii. Difference in land levels Existing boundary vegetation and screening provide a degree of visual separation between the properties.”

“Conditions 1. HO1TTime Limit The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission. REASON To comply with Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.”

“44.HO7NNo roof gardens Access to the roof over the extension hereby approved shall be for maintenance or emergency purposes only and the flat roof shall not be used as a roof garden, terrace, balcony, patio or similar amenity area. REASON To prevent overlooking to adjoining properties in accordance with policy policy DMHB 11 of the Hillingdon Local Plan Part 2 (2020).”

“26564/APP/2026/370 RESOLVED: That the application be approved.”