House extension at Southrope, Hurstbourne Priors

“26/00387/HSE: Raising of the roof to form first floor, to include dormer windows and 3 no. rooflights. Erection of single storey rear extension following demolition of existing conservatory, the erection of a front porch, conversion of existing garage and changes to fenestrations. Site: Southrope 18 Longparish Road Hurstbourne Priors Hampshire…”

“Members considered the impact of the proposal on neighbouring residential amenity. It was noted that the proposed dormer windows and rooflights to the front and rear elevations would not result in a harmful increase in overlooking or loss of privacy to neighbouring properties. Members also noted that no new first-floor openings were proposed in the north (side) elevation facing Bramley Cottage and, therefore, no detrimental impacts in terms of loss of privacy would arise.”

“In considering the scale and massing of the development, Members acknowledged that the roof of the dwelling would increase in height by approximately 2.6 metres. However, they noted that the roof would incorporate a half-hipped design on the northern elevation closest to Bramley Cottage and that the host dwelling was set back from the shared boundary.”

“Members further noted that the garage would remain at its existing height. Taking these factors into account, it was considered that the proposal would not result in an unacceptable level of visual intrusion, overshadowing or loss of amenity to neighbouring occupiers.”

“RESOLVED that: the application be APPROVED subject to the conditions and informatives listed below.”