Roof dormers and outbuilding at 99 Bexley High Street, Bexley

What was proposed

The application proposed two rear dormer windows through a roof conversion and a detached single-storey outbuilding in the rear garden.

“25/01227/FUL ADDRESS: Bexley High Street, Bexley, Kent, DA5 1JX SUMMARY DESCRIPTION: Conversion of roof space involving two rear dormer window extensions and erection of a detached single storey outbuilding in rear garden. APPLICANT: [name withheld]…”

“This application is seeking planning permission for the conversion of roof space involving two rear dormer window extensions and the erection of a detached single storey outbuilding in the rear garden.”

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The site and surroundings

The property is a detached house beside the River Cray, in a mainly residential area within the Old Bexley Conservation Area, and locally listed.

“This property is a two-storey detached house on the northern side of Bexley High Street, located adjacent to the River Cray. The immediate surrounding area is mainly residential, with the commercial centre of Bexley village nearby to the north-west. It is located within the Old Bexley Conservation Area and is locally listed.”

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Earlier planning history

Earlier permissions covered replacement windows, a single-storey rear extension, and previous extensions for bathroom, bedroom, lobby, WC and dining room works.

“15/01193/FUL Replacement of existing single glazed timber sash windows with double glazed UPVC windows, restricted by an Article 4 Direction. Approved 15.07.2015”

“77/00888/FUL Rear extension at first floor level to form bathroom and bedroom extension and lobby. Approved 29.09.1977”

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Design and neighbours

The dormers and outbuilding were considered compatible with the property and area, while their scale, position and separation were judged not to harm neighbours.

“The proposed conversion of roof space involving two rear dormer window extensions and erection of a detached single storey outbuilding in rear garden both of which are considered to relate satisfactorily to the existing dwelling in terms of scale, mass and layout.”

“In view of the position of the proposed outbuilding and the modest dimensions it is considered that the proposed development would not adversely affect the amenities of the occupiers of the adjoining properties in terms of loss of light or overbearing impact. There are no side facing habitable rooms windows proposed therefore it is not considered to raise any issues in terms of increased overlooking and/or privacy.”

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Consultation and representations

The Conservation Officer raised no objection, and no representations were received.

“The Council’s Conservation Officer was consulted and raised no objection. The full consultation response is provided in Appendix A.”

“No representations have been received. PLANNING POLICIES Development Plan The Development Plan for the London Borough of Bexley is formed of the London Plan (2021) and the Bexley Local Plan (2023).”

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Who spoke

The application presentation took place before the committee’s decision, but no speakers’ roles were stated.

The committee vote

The committee approved the application by seven votes to zero, in accordance with the recommendation and as amended by the Addendum.

“The Committee noted the report with the Addendum item for this application.”

“Following the presentation, the Committee RESOLVED on a vote of 7/0 to approve the application in accordance with the recommendation as set out in the report before them, and as amended by the Addendum.”

Minutes

Approval conditions

The recommended conditions covered commencement, approved plans, external materials and use of the outbuilding for purposes incidental to the dwelling.

“The development hereby permitted shall only be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans and documents:”

“Reason: For the avoidance of doubt and in the interests of good planning. The materials and finishes to be used for the external surfaces of the proposed outbuilding and dormer window extensions shall be as submitted and in accordance with the approved plans. The scheme shall be carried out in full accordance with those details, as approved. Reason: To ensure the satisfactory external appearance of the development. 4.”

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