Home extensions and roof changes at 149 Long Lane, Attenborough

What was proposed

The application sought front and rear extensions, roof changes and some roof space accommodation at the existing dwelling.

“The application is brought to the Committee at the request of Councillor P Smith. 1. Purpose of the Report 1.1 The application seeks planning permission for proposed alterations including extension to front and extension to rear with changes to the roof and the provision of some roof space accommodation. 2. Recommendation The Committee is asked to RESOLVE that planning permission be approved for the reasons outlined in the appendix. 3.”

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The site and surroundings

The site contains an extended bungalow in a built-up residential area, on a long plot adjoining the golf course and nearby homes.

“The application site is on Long Lane in Attenborough, a built up residential area adjoining Chilwell. Long Lane has a variety of house sizes and styles. The application site contains a modest, extended bungalow with a number of outbuildings, which sits within the centre of a long plot backing onto the Chilwell Golf Course. Derwent Close, to the northeast of the site, contains bungalows built around the 1960s with the rear gardens of nos.”

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Earlier planning history

A previous application for front, rear and first-floor extensions was refused because its increased footprint and roof mass harmed the dwelling and surrounding area.

“26/00248/FUL – Construct front, rear and first floor extensions – Planning Permission Refused for the following reasons: The proposed development will increase the footprint and the roof mass of the bungalow by a significant amount. The length of the ridge line of the roof will be increased by approximately six-fold.”

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Officers’ recommendation

Officers recommended approval, finding the proposal acceptable in design, amenity and access despite its increased mass and scale.

“On balance, whilst acknowledging the increase in mass and scale as a result of the development, the proposal is deemed acceptable in terms of design, amenity and access and permission should be granted.”

“It is concluded that, having regard to the relevant policies of the Local Plan, national planning guidance and to all other material considerations including the Public Sector Equality Duty and comments raised in representations received, the development is acceptable and that there are no circumstances which otherwise would justify the refusal of permission.”

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Consultation and objections

Four neighbours objected, citing overdevelopment, loss of privacy and light, overlooking, disruption, materials, traffic, drainage and environmental concerns.

“- The revised plans (following the previously refused application) do not alter previous objections. - Large scale of development will cause major disruption - This part of Attenborough is primarily bungalows, proposed development is not in keeping - Loss of privacy - Overdevelopment/ mass / scale - The increased height, depth and bulk of the proposal leads to loss of daylight/sunlight leading to overshadowing and a sense of enclosure.”

“Given the proximity of the proposed construction to boundaries (only 1.5m away according to the plans) plus the position of proposed windows, etc., and the creation of an upper storey lounge/living space with extensive glazing, potentially overlooking neighbouring properties, this is something I would OBJECT to on the grounds of Loss Of Amenity.”

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Who spoke

The applicant and an objector made representations to the committee before the general debate.

The committee debate

Members discussed the need for renovation, the unchanged roof height and potential overlooking; the applicant accepted possible conditions about roof features and a balcony.

“The Committee considered all the representations presented to it and opened the debate, which covered that the property required renovation, the roof height was not changing but there remained a potential for overlooking to the surrounding neighbours.”

“It was noted that the applicant was willing to accept conditions, subject to approval, to regulate the height of the roof, dormer windows and balcony.”

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The committee’s decision

The committee resolved to grant permission under delegated authority, subject to conditions covering commencement, approved plans and materials.

“RESOLVED that the Head of Planning and Economic Development be given delegated authority to grant planning permission subject to:”

“Site Location Plan (1:1250) • Proposed First Floor Plans rev D (26/121/04 Rev D) received by the Local Planning Authority on 17 July 2026: • Proposed Block Plan (1:500) • Proposed Ground Floor Plan Rev D (26/121/03 Rev D) • Proposed Roof Plan Rev D (26/121/05 Rev D) • Proposed Elevations Rev E (26/121/06 Rev E)”

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