House extensions and alterations at 35 Littlecote Gardens, Warrington

What was proposed

The application proposed a single-storey rear extension and several front alterations, including two-storey extensions, a porch, garage extension and first-floor extension.

“The application proposes the construction of a single storey rear extension and alterations to the front elevation, including a two-storey extension , porch, garage and first floor extension.”

“Furthermore, a 1.00 m ground floor front projection is proposed off the existing garage, creating a pitched front garage extension. The proposals now provide for one large garage space with new garage door.”

Officer report

The site and surroundings

The detached house has large front and rear gardens, a driveway and double garage, and is surrounded by similar large detached homes.

“The property shares common boundaries with No.34 Littlecote Gardens (to the north east) and with No.36 Littlecote Gardens (to the south west). To the rear aspect (south east), there is a large brick boundary wall with large trees leading out onto a pedestrian path and then beyond onto the highway ‘Longwood Road’.”

“The application site has a large tarmacked front driveway, providing off-road car parking for several vehicles with double garage. In addition, there are good sized gardens located to both the front and rear aspects.”

Officer report

Representations in favour

Representations were heard in favour of the application.

The committee decision

The application was approved with conditions in accordance with the officer recommendation.

“2025/01056/FULH - 35 Littlecote Gardens, Appleton, Warrington, WA4 5DL The Director of Place submitted the above application with a recommendation to grant permission subject to conditions. Memb ers noted the content of the report and the update note. Repr esentations were heard in favour of the application. Resolved; The application was approved with conditions as per the officer recommendation. DM62”

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