Four-bed self-build dwelling at Flexford House Andover Road, Highclere

“This application seeks permission for the erection of one self-build dwelling. The proposed dwelling would be set over two storeys (with a one and half storey appearance) measuring approximately 6.5 metres in height. The proposed dwelling would provide four bedrooms, two upstairs and two downstairs as well as two bathrooms, utility, plant room, snug, kitchen/diner, living room, en-suite and study.”

“The site plan shows that the proposed dwelling would sit on top of the existing tennis court and the access and parking would be located to the west side of this, providing two parking spaces as well as a turning area.”

“The application site measures approximately 0.48 hectares. The red line for the site comprises an existing access point, tennis court and part of the garden amenity area which currently serves Flexford House.”

“The site levels differ significantly with levels sloping down from north to south. There is a step within the site where the levels change by approximately 1.1 metres in height where the tennis court currently sits. The site is relatively contained to the rear of the existing dwellings along this part of Westridge.”

“BDB/25236 Erection of conservatory and outbuildings Granted 15.08.1988”

“BDB/18887 Conversion of boarding school to 7 private dwellings…”

“The development is located in the North Wessex Downs National Landscape. Given the enclosed nature of the site and acceptable design of the proposed property, the development is considered to have a neutral impact on the statutory purposes of the National Landscape. The conservation of the natural beauty and special qualities of the North Wessex Downs National Landscape would be conserved.”

“Having regard to other material planning considerations, no other significant conflicts arise from the proposed development when addressing residential amenities, impacts on the natural environment, highway safety, or flooding. As there is no overriding demonstrable harm concluded, subject to planning conditions, the proposal is considered acceptable in accordance with Local Plan Policies SS6, EM1, EM4, EM7, EM9, EM10, EM12 and CN9 as well as planning guidance.”

“Consultee Comment Where in the report this is considered Biodiversity Team No objection subject to conditions. vi. Landscape Team No objections subject to amendments. iv., vi.”

“The Committee considered the report set out on pages of 104 of 142 of the agenda with the further material set out on the addendum sheet and other matters discussed at the meeting.”

“The Committee discussed the proposed application and were content with the proposal which was on previously developed land.”

“RESOLVED that: the application be APPROVED subject to the conditions and informatives listed below.”