One dwelling at 3 Orchard Close, Small Dole, Henfield

“Permission in Principle is sought for the development of land at 3 Orchard Close, Small Dole, Henfield, for one residential dwelling, with matters of layout, access, design and landscaping reserved for a later Technical Details Consent stage should Permission in Principle be granted.”

“The proposal relates to the subdivision of the rear garden, with the new dwelling proposed to be located to the east of the host dwelling. The rear garden is relatively large and currently contains a number of domestic outbuildings together with a disused swimming pool.”

“The application site sits on the eastern edge of Small Dole. The defined built-up area boundary (BUAB) of Small Dole runs through the rear garden of the site, with the main house within the defined BUAB, and its entire rear garden outside the defined BUAB. Beyond this, the transition to the countryside is marked in part by the presence of a caravan park to the north and a private track which extends eastwards from the end of the residential area.”

“Whilst the proposal would deliver only a single dwelling, it would nevertheless make a small contribution towards addressing the identified housing shortfall and assisting in boosting the supply of housing, consistent with the objectives of the National Planning Policy Framework.”

“Taking these matters together, the proposal would result in a limited degree of conflict with the development plan due to its location outside the Built-Up Area Boundary. However, this harm is considered to be relatively limited given the contained nature of the site and its close relationship with existing residential development. When weighed against the benefits of delivering additional housing in the context of the Council’s housing land supply shortfall…”

“Southern Water: Comment [Summary] No objections raised but would require foul/surface water drainage disposal connection details at Technical Details Stage.”

“As per the application type, details have not been provided in regard to dwelling size (number of bedrooms) or internal site layout. At Technical Details Consent stage, the LHA would expect details to be provided demonstrating proposed vehicular access arrangements to the site, sufficient space for parking and turning of vehicles in accordance with WSCC Parking Standards.”

“Members noted the planning history of the application.”

“Members requested clarification regarding the preservation of trees on the site.”

“[As Ward Members for Bramber, Upper Beeding and Woodmancote Councillor Mike Croker and Councillor Rogel Noel did not vote on the application]”

“That DC/26/0155 be approved in accordance with officer recommendation.”

“The Head of Development and Building Control reported that the application sought permission in principle for the erection of a single dwelling and associated development. The Committee considered the report as set out in the agenda.”