Single-storey house extension at 58 Berkeley Road, Shirley, Solihull
Summary of planning committee decision
Decided by Solihull Planning Committee on 24 Jul 2026.
What was proposed
The application proposed a single-storey extension to the rear and side of the house.
“Proposal: Single storey rear/side extension.”
“Planning permission is sought for a single storey rear and side extension.”
Officer report
Officers’ assessment
Officers considered the extension proportionate, visually acceptable, and unlikely to cause undue harm to neighbouring light, outlook, or amenity.
“In addition to this the adopted House Extension Guide states that extension should be designed to integrate with the style and character of existing dwellings. The level of enhancement required is dependent on and proportionate to the scale and nature of the development. The development in this case, is a domestic householder extension for a single storey side and rear extension.”
“It is considered the proposed single storey rear and side extension would not result in any undue loss of light or cause an unacceptable impact on neighbour amenity and therefore the development is in accordance with Policy P14 of the Solihull Local Plan (2013) and the HEG SPD (2010). This would therefore carry neutral weight in the assessment and determination of this application.”
Officer report
Objections received
One objection raised concerns about boundary damage, drainage access, safety, and possible encroachment.
“- Boundary fence and associated structures were allegedly removed and damaged during construction works without prior agreement, creating safety concerns due to open excavations and water-filled trenches. - Concerns raised regarding repeated access to a shared drainage system via the objector's property without permission, including allegations of disturbance, health and safety risks, and a reported injury.”
“Cllr Wilson called the application to committee for determination due to her concerns relating to the terracing effect, boundary issues and drainage concerns.”
Officer report
Committee decision
The committee granted conditional approval in line with the officer recommendation.
“PL/2026/00857/MINFHO - 58 BERKELEY ROAD Conditional approval as per officer recommendation.”
Minutes
Sources
- Solihull Planning Committee minutes, 24 July 2026
- Agenda and papers (council website)
Source: Plota analysis of Solihull's committee minutes and officer report. Quotations are the council's own words; headings and summaries are Plota's.
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- Friday 24 July 2026
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Source: Plota analysis of the committee's minutes.