Side and rear extension at 59 Old Town Close, Beaconsfield

“REPORT TO EAST AND SOUTH BUCKINGHAMSHIRE AREA PLANNING COMMITTEE Application Number: PL/25/4751/FA Proposal: Part-single/part-two storey side/rear extension, installation of a first-floor flank window and re-siting of existing solar panels and rooflights.”

“Old Town Close, Beaconsfield, including enlargement of bedrooms and internal alterations. Supported by architectural drawings. The application site comprises an end terrace dwelling situated on the western side of the turning head at the end of Old Town Close within the Beaconsfield settlement area. Relevant Planning History 3.1 16/01439/FUL – Conditional Permission, 27 September 2016 - Loft conversion incorporating rooflights.”

“Policy H11 states that extensions should not harm the amenities of adjacent properties through overlooking, overdominance, obtrusiveness, or loss of daylight, with particular regard given to the impact on primary habitable room windows and associated garden areas. The adjoining neighbour at No. 57 has raised concerns regarding potential overlooking of their rear garden.”

“Therefore, if any windows were to be installed in the flank elevation, they would result in overlooking of The Croft, 65 The Spinney. To ensure that the amenity of this neighbouring property is protected, a condition will be imposed preventing the installation windows at first floor or higher in the north facing elevation. Concerns have also been expressed regarding potential loss of light to No. However, No.”

“Councillor Comments None received at the time of drafting the report.”

“Town Council Comments Please be advised that the date for the upcoming Planning Committee meeting has been revised from Thursday 8th January 2026 to Thursday 15th January 2026. As such the Committee's comments will be forwarded within 2-3 working days following the above.”

“The occupier of No. 57 has expressed concerns regarding the potential impacts of the proposed development. They are particularly worried that the extension may result in increased overlooking of their garden and rear-facing rooms, thereby reducing the level of privacy currently enjoyed. They have also raised concerns about a possible loss of natural light to their property as a consequence of the scale and proximity of the extension.”

“It was considered that the proposal would not harm the appearance of the house or the surrounding area. It would not cause any loss of light, privacy or outlook for neighbours, and there were no concerns about parking or ecology. Members considered the proposal acceptable as no issues had been raised that would justify refusal.”

“Members voted in favour of the motion to approve the application, in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation.”

“It was proposed by Councillor M Tett and seconded by Councillor S Wilson.”

“Resolved: that the application be approved.”

“Any local finance considerations, so far as they are material to the application (such as CIL if applicable), and, c. Any other material considerations 6.3 As set out above it is considered that the proposed development would accord with the development plan policies.”

“No windows shall be inserted at or above first floor level in the northern elevation(s) of the development hereby permitted. (SD05)”