Wraparound bungalow extension at 63 Carlton Avenue, Aldwick

What was proposed

A wraparound single-storey extension would replace the existing rear extensions and garage, with rooflights included in the new roof slopes.

“DESCRIPTION OF APPLICATIONThe application seeks permission for a wraparound single- storey rear and side extensions. The proposal includes rooflights in roof slopes associated with the extensions.”

Officer report

The site and surroundings

The site is a detached bungalow, and the proposal would use facing brickwork, pitched roofs, windows, bi-fold doors and four rooflights.

“DDM4D DM4 Extensions and alter to exist builds (res and non- res) PLANNING POLICY GUIDANCE: NPPFNational Planning Policy Framework NPPGNational Planning Practice Guidance SUPPLEMENTARY POLICY GUIDANCE: SPD11Arun Parking Standards 2020 SPD13Arun District Design Guide (SPD) January 2021 CONCLUSIONS DESIGN AND VISUAL AMENITY The site is a detached bungalow.”

“The rear extension would partly occupy the footprint of existing rear extensions. Together with the side extension, it would form a wraparound addition. The rear extension measures approximately 4.6m in depth, adjoining the proposed side extension resulting in an approximate width of 12.4m. The extension would be constructed in facing brickwork with pitched roof with a maximum ridge height of approximately 6.9m and an eaves height of approximately 2.5m.”

Officer report

Why officers supported it

Officers considered the proposal acceptable because it would not harm the area’s character, neighbours’ amenity or off-street parking.

“The proposal would not result in demonstrable harm to the character or appearance of the dwelling, street scene or wider area, and would be in accordance with ALP policies D DM1 and D DM4, apart from subservience.”

“The garage would therefore exceed the minimum internal dimensions set out within the ADG of 3m by 6m. As such, the garage can be counted as a parking space for the purposes of parking provision. Accordingly, the proposal would not result in the loss of off-street parking and would comply with the requirements of the Arun Parking Standards.”

Officer report

Consultation and representations

Aldwick Parish Council had no comments, no nearby occupiers made representations, and no consultation responses were received.

“REPRESENTATIONS Aldwick Parish Council - No comments to make.”

“No representations were received from nearby occupiers. CONSULTATION RESPONSES RECEIVED: None. POLICY CONTEXT Built-Up Area Boundary. Within an area with potentially high ground water. Pagham Harbour Zone B. 2km Buffer for Site of Special Scientific Interest. DEVELOPMENT PLAN POLICIES Arun Local Plan 2011 - 2031: DDM1D DM1 Aspects of form and design quality AW/123/26/HH”

Officer report

Who spoke

No public speakers attended, and the planning officer presented the proposal and its assessment to members.

Members’ consideration

Members were advised that the design guide was not fully met, but the varied surroundings, residential amenity and parking made the proposal acceptable.

“The Planning Officer verbally updated that, following publication of the committee report, the revised National Planning Policy Framework had been reviewed and did not alter the assessment of the proposal or the officer recommendation. Members were…”

“The Planning Officer outlined the proposed extensions and advised that, whilst the proposal did not fully accord with all aspects of the Arun Design Guide, the varied character of the surrounding area meant that the development was considered acceptable in design terms and would not result in harm to the character and appearance of the area.”

Minutes

The vote and decision

The recommendation was proposed and seconded, then the committee approved the application subject to conditions.

“The recommendation was proposed by Councillor Tandy and seconded by Councillor Blanchard-Cooper.”

“That the application be APPROVED CONDITIONALLY”

Minutes