Bay window and extensions at 123 Old Road, Neath

“This is a full planning application proposing the replacement of the existing ground floor front window with a bay window, the erection of a part two storey and part single storey rear extension with a roof lantern, and the widening of the existing vehicular access and driveway, including the development of a hardstanding and associated drainage works.”

“In terms of its projection, the first-floor element of the extension would extend approximately 2.8m beyond the rear wall of the host dwelling. At ground floor level, a single-storey rear element is proposed, which would project further, extending approximately 4.95m from the original rear elevation.”

“The site comprises an end of terrace dwelling located on the northern side of Old Road, Neath. The property is arranged over two storeys at the front and three storeys at the rear. It benefits from off-street to the front and has a large garden to the rear. Residential properties are situated to the east, west and south with a rear access lane located to the north.”

“The application site lies within the settlement boundary as defined by Policy SC1 of the Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council Local Development Plan (LDP) and is identified as being within a low-risk coal mining area.”

“The application site has no relevant planning history.”

“Neath Town Council: No response received.”

“The Head of Engineering and Transport (Drainage): Raises no objection subject to suitably worded conditions regarding drainage on site.”

“160626 Officers made a presentation to the Planning Committee as detailed in the circulated report on Application No P2026/0259: - 123 Old Road Neath Port Talbot SA11 2DF Proposed replacement of the existing ground floor front window with a bay window, erection of a part two storey and part single storey rear extension with roof lantern, and widening of the existing vehicular access and driveway, including hardstanding and associated drainage works.”

“RESOLVED: That in accordance with Officers’ recommendations, Application No: P2026/0259 – 123 Old Road Neath Port Talbot, SA11 2DF (as detailed in the circulated report) be Approved, subject to the conditions contained within the circulated report and amendment sheet.”