Rear extension and ramp at 48 Palatine Avenue, Lancaster

“Planning permission is sought for a single storey flat roof rear extension, measuring circa 3.5 metres in height above the external ground level, and projecting 3.9 metres from the rear elevation of the dwelling. The proposed extension is set 1.4 metres away from the adjoining dwelling boundary, and measures 5.45 metres wide.”

“Excavation and levelling work is proposed to replace existing steps within the garden with ramps to navigate the existing change in levels between the shared driveway and the slightly higher private rear garden area serving this dwelling. This is to ensure the garden is more accessible from the proposed extension.”

“48 Palatine Avenue is a two-storey semi-detached dwelling located in the residential area of Bowerham, immediately south of York Road designated open space and football pitch.”

“The site is largely unconstrainted. The surrounding roads and land are within a smoke control area, and a high-risk urban flood catchment, although the site itself has no identified flood risk. As set out earlier, designated public open space and sports facilities are located to the rear and elevated above the proposed site.”

“The rear gardens and rear elevations of this property and those neighbouring are highly visible and prominent from the York Road open space, therefore the design and appearance of the development when viewed from this public open space is a material consideration.”

“The design and appearance of the proposed extension would be consistent with other forms of development within the area. Whilst flat-roofed extensions do not necessarily represent the highest quality of design, the proposal would not appear out of keeping with the character of the surrounding area.”

“At the time of compiling this report, no public representations have been received.”

“It was proposed by Councillor Sue Tyldesley and seconded by Councillor Roger Dennison:”

“Upon being put to the vote, 13 Councillors voted in favour of the proposal with none against and no abstentions, whereupon the Chair declared the proposal to have been carried.”

“That the application be approved subject to the following conditions:”

“Time limit. 2. Development in accordance with Approved Plans.”