Detached garden outbuilding at 5 Cavendish Avenue, Welling

“The application site is part of a semi-detached pair located towards the north of Cavendish Avenue, on the east side of the road. The proposal site is not within the Metropolitan Green Belt, Conservation Area nor is it a statutorily or locally listed building. Land Designations…”

“The dimension of the outbuilding is approx. 4m in ridge height, 2.5m in eaves height, 7.9m in width and 6m in depth. The proposed outbuilding would not have an adverse effect on the street scene as it is not visible from public viewpoints. Due to the siting and separation from the shared boundaries and limited dimensions, it is viewed as a subservient addition within the site and does not adversely impact the character or appearance of the existing dwelling.”

“Furthermore, the materials used match the materials of the properties in the area and the neighbouring outbuildings. The outbuilding is sited closer to the site boundaries than would be achievable under permitted development, for a building of this height, being located approximately 0.2-0.5 metres from neighbouring boundaries. However, planning permission was previously granted under reference 25/01842/FUL for an outbuilding of the same height and width in this location.”

“The key issues to consider include: Design and impact on the character and appearance of the area and the impact on neighbouring amenity. Design and Impact on the Character and Appearance of The Area…”

“The proposed outbuilding is of an appropriate size and design for its intended use within this residential area. The proposal is therefore considered to accord with London Plan Policy D4 and Bexley Local Plan Policies SP5 and DP11 regarding achieving high-quality design.”

“Four objections have been received from four households. In summary the following objections have been raised. ➢ Concerns over excessive size, scale and height of the proposed outbuilding. ➢ Objections to potential impacts on neighbouring amenity, including outlook, noise and overbearing and visual impact on neighbouring properties.”

“26/00868/FUL - 5 CAVENDISH AVENUE, WELLING, KENT DA16 2EP (Agenda Item No. 5e)”

“The Committee discussed the application and noted the report for this application.”

“Following their discussion, the Committee RESOLVED on a vote of 11/0 to approve the application in accordance with the recommendation as set out in the report before them.”

“The development hereby permitted shall be begun within 3 years from the date of this permission. Reason: To comply with the requirements of Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended by the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004). 2. The development hereby permitted shall not be carried out otherwise than in accordance with the approved plans, being: Plans • Site Location Plan, received on 01/05/2026.”

“The outbuilding hereby approved shall be used solely for purposes incidental to the enjoyment of the private dwellinghouse at 5 Cavendish Avenue and shall not be used as a separate unit of accommodation, or for any business, trade or profession.”