Rear and side extensions at 31 Wanderdown Road, Brighton

“Planning permission is sought for single-storey rear and side extensions and an extended front porch with a new canopy and larger patio.”

“During the course of determining the application, the proposal was amended to remove the proposed loft conversion and raising of the roof ridge.”

“The application site relates to a detached bungalow of brick and tile construction with rendered elements on the northeast side of Wanderdown Road in Ovingdean. The road comprises mainly bungalows, with some houses, of varying architectural styles.”

“The site is not within a conservation area and there are no Article 4 Directions covering the site relating to extensions or alterations.”

“OFFRPT 3.1. PRE2024/00163 Extended front patio extended front porch, rear single-storey extensions, loft alterations/conversion including higher ridge, new windows, roof lights and doors associated with the proposed alterations/extensions. Advice given: Concern regarding increase in ridge height of loft conversion, other proposals likely to be broadly acceptable - design revisions recommended.”

“Although the proposed additions would result in the majority of the property having a crown roof design, the extensions would be no higher than the existing roof of the property and would not cause harm. The extensions would be towards the rear of the dwelling and would not be readily visible from the public domain so would have no significant impact on the streetscene or character of the area.”

“Conclusion and Planning Balance: 9.17. The revised scheme (with omitted loft conversion/higher ridge) is considered to be acceptable in design and in terms of its impact on neighbouring amenity, in compliance with policy, and approval is recommended.”

“Two (2) letters have been received in support of the proposed development on the following grounds: • Enhances the property • No impact…”

“Note: Five (5) letters have been received in the re-consultation period, two from previous objectors which have now withdrawn their objections, two from previous supporters and one new supporter. It should be noted that a number of the objections received relate to elements of the design which have since been removed such as the loft conversion and raising of the ridge.”

“Conditions: 1. The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the approved drawings listed below. Reason: For the avoidance of doubt and in the interests of proper planning. Plan Type Reference Version Date Received Location Plan 0564-24-07 20-Jan-25 Block Plan 0564-24-08 B 15-Apr-25 Proposed Drawing 0564-24-10 B 15-Apr-25 Proposed Drawing 0564-24-11 B 15-Apr-25 Proposed Drawing 0564-24-12 B 15-Apr-25”

“A bee brick shall be incorporated within the external wall of the development hereby approved and shall be retained thereafter. Reason: To enhance the biodiversity of the site and to comply with Policy CP10 of the Brighton & Hove City Plan Part One, DM37 of the Brighton & Hove City Plan Part Two and SPD11 Nature Conservation and Development.”

“This application was not called for discussion. The officer recommendation was therefore taken as having been agreed unanimously.”