Three dwellings at Land East Of Goodacres Church End Broxted Dunmow, Broxted

“This application seeks Reserved Matters approval for appearance, landscaping, layout and scale for three dwellings (Plots 1-3) pursuant to outline planning permission UTT/23/0493/OP, which established the principle of residential development of up to seven dwellings on the site.”

“This application seeks approval of reserved matters comprising appearance, landscaping, layout and scale for the erection of three residential dwellings (Plots 1-3) pursuant to outline planning permission UTT/23/0493/OP, which approved the principle of up to seven dwellings on the wider site, with access determined at that stage.”

“The application site comprises part of a former paddock located to the east of Goodacres, along Church End within the village of Broxted. The site forms part of a wider parcel of land that benefits from outline planning permission for residential development and extends to approximately 0.41 hectares overall, with this Reserved Matters application relating to the southern portion of that site.”

“The application site is currently enclosed by established boundary vegetation and fencing, with a number of mature trees located along the eastern boundary, several of which are subject to Tree Preservation Orders. These trees form an important landscape feature and contribute to the verdant character of the site and wider area.”

“UTT/23/04 93/OP Outline planning application for the erection of up to 7 no. residential dwellings with all matters reserved except access Approved with Conditions 9th April 2024 UTT/24/09 96/PAQ3 Prior Notification of change of use of Prior Approval Refused 3rd June 2024”

“The development is considered acceptable in respect of design, heritage, residential amenity, ecology, highways, drainage and environmental considerations. No objections have been raised by statutory consultees.”

“A site notice was displayed on site, and 22 notifications letters were sent to nearby properties.”

“No letters of representation have been received.”

“In response to questions from Members, officers: • Said that, although unusual this application related only to Plots 1, 2 AND 3. • Said that any planting responsibility would rest with the management company. • Said that a 2m footway had to be in place prior to any occupations. • Said that a Klargester septic tank could be conditioned to address drainage concerns.”

“Members discussed: • Their concerns that this only related to three plots, frustrating not to see the full picture. • Road access arrangements, together with land to the rear, with four dwellings. Possible road safety concerns. • Trees protection, all covered in Condition 5. • Design concerns. • Space standards all being met for the three plots. • The generally untidy site, possibly requiring Section 215 Notice action. • The need for a Construction Management Plan (CMP).”

“Councillor Pavitt proposed approval of the application, with a CMP conditioned. This was seconded by Councillor Emanuel.”

“RESOLVED that the Strategic Director of Planning be authorised to grant conditional permission for the development subject to those items set out in section 17 of the report and a CMP.”