Two-storey bungalow remodelling at 8 Eaton Bank, Little Eaton, Belper

What was proposed

The scheme would remodel the bungalow into a two-storey dwelling, with extensions, a new roof, landscaping and additional driveway hardstanding.

“Application Reference: PA/2026/0088 Remodelling and extensions of existing bungalow to create a two-storey dwelling consisting of increased height in roof, extensions to the front and sides, demolition of existing garage, additional hardstanding to the driveway and alterations to the site typography and land levels with landscaping. At 8 Eaton Bank, Little Eaton, DE56 4BJ Proposals Planning permission is sought for the wholesale remodelling of 8 Eaton Bank, Little Eaton.”

“The extension to service the integrated garage to the south is proposed to be 5.3 metres in width and 13.2 metres in depth. The existing integral porch is to be extended in width by 0.7 metres. The new first floor is to have a balcony and a Juliet balcony on the front elevation, with a multi-level hipped roof. A patio terrace would be dug into the garden at the rear, with two small garden terraces abutting the front elevation, flanking either side to the entrance.”

Officer report

Earlier planning history

A pre-application enquiry concerned proposed extensions and alterations.

“Relevant Site History ERE/038719 – pre-application enquiry for proposed extensions and alterations. Policy Context National Policies National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) Erewash Core Strategy (Adopted 2014) Policy A: Presumption in Favour of Sustainable Development Policy 3: Green Belt Policy GB4: Extensions and Alterations to Dwellings Erewash Local Plan Saved Policies (Amended 2014) Policy DC2: Extensions to Dwellings Policy GB1: Green Belt Policy GB4: Extensions and…”

Officer report

Why officers supported approval

The development was inappropriate in the Green Belt, but its fit with nearby two-storey homes was considered a very special circumstance.

“The principle of the development and its impact on the Green Belt. The NPPF confirms the protection of areas of the Green Belt from inappropriate development. This includes the extension or alteration of a building that results in disproportionate additions over and above the size of the original building. In addition, the proposed development needs to be considered in relation to relevant Green Belt policies in the Core Strategy and Local Plan.”

“It is considered that the existing bungalow departs from the general flow and scale of its immediate surroundings, whereas the proposed two storey development would sit comfortably within the row in terms of its scale. As a result, it is considered that the proposed development would better reflect the overall character of the street scene in this location.”

Officer report

What the supporter said

The supporter said the bungalow sits between two-storey properties, the proposal would enhance it, materials would suit the area, and access visibility would improve.

What members considered

Members considered the supporter’s points alongside the matters addressed in the application assessment.

“Members of the committee considered the points raised by the speaker in addition to the matters covered in the report and:”

Minutes

The committee decision

The committee resolved to approve the application subject to the conditions stated for the development.

“RESOLVED that the application be approved, subject to the conditions contained in the report.”

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