External wall insulation at Evens Block, 2 - 20 Grevil Road, Cheltenham

What was proposed

External wall insulation was proposed for three five-storey blocks containing flats at Grevil Road, Orchard Way and Arle Road.

“DESCRIPTION OF SITE AND PROPOSAL 1.1 The application seeks consent for proposed external wall insulation to three separate, five storey blocks of flats. One of the buildings is located on the corner of Princess Elizabth Way, Orchard Way and Russet Road and consists of flats 44 – 64 Orchard Way.”

Officer report

What officers recommended

Officers recommended permitting the works because the design and materials were acceptable, thermal performance would improve, and neighbouring amenity would not be harmed.

“In terms of design and finish, the proposed works would result in the elevations of the buildings having a brick slip detail at ground floor with a smooth rendered finish for the upper floors. Whilst the facing materials would be the same for each of the buildings, the colour palette for the render would vary across the sites.”

“Impact on neighbouring amenity 6.12 It is necessary to consider the impact of development on neighbouring amenity. JCS Policy SD14 and Cheltenham Plan Policy SL1 state how development should not cause unacceptable harm to the amenity of neighbouring properties. Matters such as a potential loss of light, loss of privacy, loss of outlook, noise disturbances and overbearing impact will therefore be considered.”

Officer report

Who spoke

No public speakers addressed the committee.

Committee discussion

Members asked no questions and held no debate on the application.

“25/01013/FUL - 2-20 Grevil Road, 44-64 Orchard Way and 210-228 Arle Road, Cheltenham The case officer presented the application as set out in the report, with a recommendation to permit. There were no public speakers, no questions and no debate on this item. Vote on officer recommendation to permit 9 in support – unanimous PERMIT”

Minutes