Rooftop plant equipment at International House, Dover Place, Ashford

“Proposal 4. Planning permission is sought for the reconfiguration of plant infrastructure at International House. The proposal involves the removal of the existing ground floor/undercroft plant enclosure towards the northern end of the building, and the relocation of the existing condenser unit and the installation of new plant equipment to the roof of the 5 storey high section of the building.”

“The proposed plant enclosure would be positioned within the north-eastern section of the roof and would be finished in Anthracite Grey to blend in with the existing building. The development is associated with the upgrading of the building's mechanical and electrical services.”

“The application site comprises International House, an L-shaped multi-storey building located opposite Ashford International Railway Station within the built confines of Ashford. The southern east-west wing of the building, which fronts the railway station, extends to 12 storeys in height, whilst the north-south wing extending northwards from this section rises to 5 storeys in height.”

“The site does not lie within any designated landscape/conservation areas.”

“In this context the proposal would have no adverse visual impact and is acceptable in this regard.”

“The proposal would not have any material impact on parking or highway safety.”

“Consultations Ward Member(s): No representations received. Central Ashford Community Forum: No representation received. Environmental Protection: No comments received.”

“Neighbours: 17 neighbours were consulted and the proposal was also advertised by way of several site notices. No letters of representation received.”

“A With delegated authority to the Head of Development Management and Enforcement to add, amend or remove planning conditions as they see fit to secure the required mitigation and any associated issues relating thereto; and…”

“B Subject to planning conditions and notes, including those dealing with the subject matters identified below, (but not limited to that list) and those necessary to take forward stakeholder representations, with wordings and triggers revised as appropriate.”