Detached dwelling at Haynes, Littleworth Lane, Partridge Green

“The application seeks full planning permission for the construction of a three-bedroom dwellinghouse within the rear garden of a property located on the east side of Littleworth Lane in Littleworth. The application would include a vehicle access and driveway to the south of the existing dwellinghouse known as Haynes, with the proposed dwelling being behind the building line of Haynes.”

“The application site comprises the rear garden to the dwellinghouse known as Haynes. The existing house is an L-shaped two storey dwellinghouse built in traditional materials set within large grounds that extend to the rear and south of the main house. There are a number of semi-mature and mature trees within the application site, with some screening along the western boundary.”

“Haynes’ is a Grade II listed building. The listing description is as follows:”

“WG/55/74 App for renewal of approval of details. erection of 2 storey dwelling with garage Permitted on 01.10.1974”

“The supporting arboricultural documents provide a fair assessment of the tree stock at the site and set out how the retained trees would be protected during the construction phase of the development, if approved. They are largely compatible with BS 5837:2012. However, observations are made regarding the risk of future resident pressure arising from the proximity of the new dwelling to retained large trees, particularly the two Oaks, T7 and T9.”

“If satisfied the public benefits outweigh the harm, then no objection raised.”

“Members noted the planning history of the application.”

“Members discussed visibility splays and the character of the area. The Committee expressed concern regarding the impact on the oak tree on the site and considered an alternative motion to secure its protection, taking into account the Arboriculturist’s report.”

“An alternative motion was proposed and seconded to delegate approval to the Head of Development and Building Control and the Chairman of the Planning Committee, in consultation with the Arboricultural Officer, in relation to relocating the dwelling three metres to the south. If the applicant refuses the application will be returned to the Committee.”

“That DC/25/1531 be approved in accordance with officer recommendation with delegation of approval to the Head of Development and Building Control and the Chairman of the Planning Committee, in consultation with the Arboricultural Officer, in relation to relocating the dwelling three metres to the south. If the applicant refuses the application will be returned to the Committee.”