Two-storey three-bedroom dwelling at Land Adjacent To 28 Castleton Grove, Chesterfield

“This is an application for outline planning permission with all matters reserved for a single dwelling. The site would be accessed from Castleton Grove. Indicative plans have been submitted which seek to demonstrate how the site could be developed. Indicative site plan:”

“The application site is an irregular shaped, undeveloped and overgrown parcel of land located at the end of Castleton Grove, a cul-de-sac. Vegetation is present along the southern boundary of the application site, with a footpath beyond. The site is surrounded by residential development.”

“CHE/19/00288/FUL - Erection of a three bedroom detached bungalow – withdrawn 20.08.2019”

“The indicative layout plan shows how a property could be sited within the application site, with its side elevation facing towards the side elevation of No 28. This layout would raise no issues with regard to loss of privacy or light to the occupiers of No 28.”

“The indicative layout plan shows a dwelling with its rear elevation facing away from the rear elevations of Nos 22 and 24 and at an oblique angle with the rear elevation of No 26. Having regard to the guidance within the SPD, given the angle of No 26 in relation to the indicative layout provided a minimum distance of 20m would be required between the rear elevations of these properties. The indicative plan demonstrates that this can be achieved.”

“Ward Members No comments received Strategic Planning No objections Coal Authority No objections, subject to two conditions Highway Authority No objections Derbyshire Wildlife Trust No objections, recommends BNG metric is updated and conditions Yorkshire Water No objections, subject to two conditions Borough Council Design Services Drainage No objections Representations One letter received, comments summarised in Section 6 below.”

“The dwelling will overlook my garden and lounge and most importantly my bedroom at the back of my bungalow, the overbearing design and significant loss of privacy. A bungalow would have been a better option for residents.”

“Concerned about the drainage because our foul & 22 & 24 Dovedale goes through that land, will there be any disruptions to the drainage system and do you have drawing of what you propose to do with the drainage system.”

“The Principal Planner presented the report explaining the application is for Outline planning with all matters reserved. Photos of the site and site plan were shared with Committee. No objections had been raised, and the officer recommendation is to approve subject to conditions.”

“The Committee considered the application, and it was moved by Councillor Callan and seconded by Councillor Stone that the officer recommendation be upheld.”

“That the officer recommendation be upheld, and the application be GRANTED, subject to the conditions outlined in the officer’s report.”