Rear extension and new dwelling at 82 Selwyn Crescent, Welling

“The application site relates to a two storey, semi-detached property located on the northern side of Selwyn Crescent which has been historically converted into two apartments. The property is not located within a conservation area and does not impact any listed buildings. The surrounding streetscape is mostly characterised by two storey, semi-detached, family dwellings. Many of these houses have large two storey side extensions.”

“24/00152/FUL: Erection of a part one/part two storey rear extension and alterations to fenestration. Granted on 10/10/2024. 21/02945/FUL: Part one/ part two storey side and rear extension and alterations to provide two x two bed apartments and 1x1 bed dwelling. Refused on 03/02/2022. Reasons: 1.”

“The proposal by virtue of its design, massing, layout and close location to neighbouring properties would have an unacceptable impact on the existing neighbouring amenities of the occupiers of 80 Selwyn Crescent due to the development being unreasonably overbearing and resulting in an increased sense of enclosure and loss of light and outlook and the occupiers of the ground floor flat 82 Selwyn Crescent due to an unreasonable loss of privacy and private outdoor amenity…”

“The key issues to consider include the impact of the development on the character and appearance of the area; the quality of the accommodation for future occupiers; the impact on the occupiers of neighbouring properties and the impact on parking and the highway.”

“For the reasons set out in the report the proposed development will provide a good standard of accommodation and would not have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the street scene or wider area. The proposal is considered to result in no significant harm to the amenities of neighbouring properties and is not anticipated to result in adverse issues with parking or highway safety.”

“Six objections have been received from four households. In summary, the following objections have been raised.”

“Concern regarding increased noise levels ➢ Concern regarding intensification of the site ➢ Highways intensification concerns ➢ Concern regarding impact on privacy ➢ The development would be out of character with the area ➢ Concern regarding drainage issues ➢ Fire Hazard Risks o The above will be addressed within the report…”

“The Committee considered the proposal and following their discussion, they RESOLVED on a vote of 7/0 to approve the application in accordance with the recommendation as set out in the report before them.”