Two-storey rear extension at 3 Crud Yr Awel, Clawddnewydd, Ruthin

“The extension would provide an open plan play room / dining area, and two additional bedrooms and it would replace an existing uPVC conservatory. Proposed materials are to match the existing. Other relevant information/supporting documents in the application…”

“Developments/changes since the original submission 1.6.1 Additional information regarding protected species has been submitted following initial comments from the County Ecologist.”

“The Development Management Manual advises at paragraph 9.4.3 that material considerations must be fairly and reasonably related to the development concerned, and can include the number, size, layout, design and appearance of buildings, the means of access, landscaping, service availability and the impact on the neighbourhood and on the environment; and the effects of a development on, for example, health, public safety and crime.”

“Having regard to the relationship between these windows and neighbouring properties, it is not considered that the proposal would result in an unacceptable degree of overlooking. The depth of the extension is 5 metres, and consideration has been given to the impact of this on the two side neighbours.”

“Ecology Local Development Plan Policy RD 1 test (iii) requires development to protect and where possible to enhance the local natural and historic environment. Policy VOE 5 requires due assessment of potential impacts on protected species or designated sites of nature conservation, including mitigation proposals, and suggests that permission should not be granted where proposals are likely to cause significant harm to such interests.”

“Future Wales – The National Plan 2040 (2021) Policy 9 advises that 'In all cases, action towards securing the maintenance and enhancement of biodiversity (to provide a net benefit), the resilience of ecosystems and green infrastructure assets must be demonstrated as part of development proposals through innovative, nature based approaches to site planning and the design of the built environment'.”

“PUBLICITY UNDERTAKEN: Site Notice - f - Press Notice - f Neighbour letters - 6 REASON(S) APPLICATION REPORTED TO COMMITTEE: Scheme of Delegation Part 2 • Application submitted by / on behalf of Head of Service…”

“CONSULTATION RESPONSES: DERWEN COMMUNITY COUNCIL No objections DENBIGHSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL CONSULTEES – Ecology Officer No objections subject to conditions requiring compliance with the submitted ecological report…”

“Proposal – Councillor Andrea Tomlin proposed that the application be GRANTED in accordance with officer recommendations SECONDED by Councillor Alan James.”