First-floor garage extension at 7 Alnwick Close, Burnley

“The application seeks planning permission for the construction of a first-floor extension above the existing attached garage, to create an additional bedroom.”

“The applicant has submitted amended plans to remove the proposed rear window.”

“The application site relates to a detached residential dwelling located at 7 Alnwick Close, within a small cul-de-sac in a suburban area of Burnley. The property forms part of a modern housing estate developed in the late 20th century (circa 1990s).”

“The dwelling is of traditional construction and arranged over two storeys. It is understood to comprise three bedrooms and benefits from a conservatory and private garden area to the rear. The property also benefits from an attached garage and off street parking to the front.”

“The proposal is considered to be acceptable in terms of Policies SP1, SP4, SP5 and HS5 of Burnley’s Local Plan (July 2018) and in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework, the guidance contained within the Councils residential extensions supplementary planning document and the guidance contained within the Council’s planning for health supplementary planning document listed above.”

“That planning permission be granted subject to the following Conditions.”

“The Highway Development Control Section of Lancashire County Council has no objections to the planning application in principle. However, do have concerns regarding the impact the construction phase could have on the adjacent highway. Therefore, requesting that the following two conditions are attached to the decision notice should the application be approved:”

“24 Hour emergency contact number. • Details of the parking of vehicles of site operatives and visitors. • Details of loading and unloading of plant and materials. • Measures to protect vulnerable road users (pedestrians and cyclists). • Measures to control the emission of dust and dirt during construction. • Details of a scheme for recycling/disposing of waste resulting from demolition and construction works. • Delivery, demolition and construction working hours.”

“That the application be approved subject to conditions.”

“No materials shall be used on the proposed development other than those referred to on the submitted application form and the approved plans and so retained.”