Wraparound house extension at The Croft, Pleasley, Mansfield

What was proposed

The application proposed demolishing the existing conservatory and lounge extension to build a single-storey side and rear extension with additional living space and a boundary fence.

“The application is for a single storey wrap around extension which will be facilitated by the demolition of the current conservatory and lounge extension. The ‘wrap around extension’ will be a side and rear ‘L’ shaped extension that will start from the side elevation of the existing dwellinghouse and extend beyond the rear elevation by 2.70m. At the rear, it will create a ‘L’ shape extending from the side elevation by 4.00m.”

“The proposal will introduce three sets of French doors on the northern side elevation, and a set of windows and French doors on the rear elevation. The proposal will create a larger lounge, creation of a dining room and a utility room.”

Officer report

The site

The site is a detached bungalow in an established residential estate, with a driveway, landscaped garden, hedgerows, mature trees and varied neighbouring properties.

“SITE & SURROUNDINGS The subject site is a detached bungalow located to the southwest of Old School Lane, Pleasley. The dwelling is fronted by a mix of boundary treatments consisting of a circa 2m high hedgerow and a circa 1m high wooden gated fence. The principal elevation is orientated to the west and fronted by a large asphalt driveway which can accommodate at least six vehicular parking spaces.”

“The site sits within an established residential estate within the development envelope for Pleasley. The adjacent properties vary in size, style and design.”

Officer report

Officers’ recommendation

Officers recommended approval because the design, visual impact, residential amenity, access, parking and biodiversity effects were considered acceptable.

“Overall, the impact of the proposal on the amenity of the surrounding neighbouring properties is considered minimal and acceptable, and the development accords with the provisions of policy SC3 (High Quality Development) and SC11 (Environmental Quality (Amenity)) of the Local Plan and the Successful Places guidance.”

“CONCLUSION / PLANNING BALANCE In conclusion, the proposal is considered to be a suitable scheme which benefits the site by providing additional living space for current and future occupiers of the dwellings, without compromising available outdoor amenity space. The extension is considered to compliment the context and appearance of the application site and has an acceptable amenity impact on the surrounding residential properties.”

Officer report

Consultation responses

The parish council made no comment, the highway authority provided standing advice, engineers recommended drainage notes, and no representations were received.

“Pleasley Parish Council – No comments received.”

“Derbyshire County Council Highway Authority – Standing Advice.”

Officer report

Who spoke

The Development Management and Land Charges Manager presented the application and explained its details, site features and key issues.

Members’ discussion

Members described the application as straightforward and not a planning concern, while asking about vegetation affected by the proposed fence.

“A Member noted this was a straightforward application. A Member agreed, stating this was not a Planning concern.”

“To a question on the established biodiversity on site with regards the intended erection of a 2 metre high fence, the Development Management and Land Charges Manager noted some existing hedge and young trees / shrubs could be affected by the proposal and the Committee could encourage the retention of existing vegetation within an informative.”

Minutes

Committee decision

The committee approved the application with three conditions requiring timely commencement, accordance with revised drawings and matching external materials.

“Moved by Councillor Phil Smith and seconded by Councillor Tom Munro RESOLVED that application no. 25/00153/FUL be APPROVED subject to the following conditions:”

“The development must be carried out in accordance with revised drawings received by the council on 7 th April 2025.”

Minutes