House extensions and outbuilding at 7 Rowcroft Close, Honiton

“Permission is sought for the erection of a two storey side extension, part two storey and single storey rear extension, a porch and a detached outbuilding.”

“The proposed works would facilitate the creation of a utility room, home office/snug, shower room, and enlarged kitchen/dining/living space at ground floor level, with two additional bedrooms at first floor level. The extension at the rear will include a central two story gable with single storey elements either side.”

“The application site comprises a two storey dwelling located within Rowcroft Close, Honiton. The site sits within the built up area boundary of Honiton, and is not subject to any statutory or non statutory landscape or heritage designations.”

“The surrounding area is residential in character.”

“There is no planning history recorded on the site which is relevant to this particular application.”

“Concerns have been raised regarding surface water run off and the potential for increased drainage issues at the neighbouring property, which lies at a lower level. South West Water have advised that surface water disposal should follow the established drainage hierarchy, with a preference for on site infiltration methods such as soakaways.”

“It is considered that concerns raised regarding surface water drainage can be adequately addressed through the imposition of an appropriate planning condition requiring the submission and implementation of a surface water drainage scheme. Subject to this, the proposal would not give rise to unacceptable flood risk or drainage impacts.”

“The concerns raised are as follows: • Increased surface water run-off and drainage issues, particularly given the relative levels between properties; • Historical changes to ground levels and boundary treatments contributing to pressure on the boundary fence and land stability; • Concern that further excavation and development may exacerbate drainage issues; • Loss of privacy arising from the proposed extensions; • General concern regarding potential unforeseen impacts.”

“3.) The detached outbuilding hereby permitted shall be used only in conjunction with, and ancillary to, the use of 7 Rowcroft Close, Honiton as a single dwelling house and shall not be used for any commercial, industrial or non-ancillary business purpose.”

“5.) Surface water drainage shall be provided by means of soakaways within the site which shall comply with the requirements of BRE Digest 365 for the critical 1 in 100-year storm event plus 45% for climate change unless details of an alternative means of surface water drainage are submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority prior to installation.”

“Location: Rowcroft Close, Honiton, EX14 1RL.”

“RESOLVED: Approved with conditions in accordance with officer recommendation.”