Two replacement and new dwellings at 38 Prehen Road, Bolies, Londonderry

“Description of Proposed Development The application is for outline planning permission for the e rection of single story dwelling to replace the existing dwelling (no.38) and erection of storey and a half dwelling with dormer windows to be accessed from Prehen Road.”

“Site and Surrounding Area The site is located within the development limits of Derry as set down in the Local Development Plan – Plan Strategy (LDP PS) 2032 and Map 2 of the Derry Area Plan (DAP) 2011. It is located in Prehen. On site is a single storey dwelling, outbuildings and large garden area. The existing dwelling is set back from Prehen Road and due to topography sits above road level and above the neighbouring dwellings.”

“The boundary to the rear of the site is defined by wooden fence approx. 2m high. The site benefits from a large garden area to the front, side and rear of the property. The row of dwellings in this area consists of a mix of single storey and storey and half dwellings. Most other properties along this row have smaller amenity space than the existing site. The surrounding area is made up of a mix of residential properties, a hotel and church.”

“Planning H istory Application Site A/2006/0856/O- Erection of 2 detached two storey dwellings and garages to replace existing dwelling and demolition of all structures on site. Prehen Road, Prehen. Approved 29/05/2007”

“Appendix 4 Regarding the requirements of policy HOU7 for the provision of Life-Time homes, as this application is an outline application, Officers consider that a condition requiring compliance with the lifetime homes standards as set out tin the Department for Communities, Housing Association Guide would be appropriate. The application site would be considered to be located within a medium density area, which falls within a Density Band 2 location as set out in the LDP PS.”

“Conclusion and Recommendation To conclude, having considered all material considerations, including the relevant planning policies within the local development plan, relevant planning history, consultations and representations, approval is recommended subject to the conditions set out below.”

“Consultee Responses • Environmental Health provide advice regarding noise from main Victoria Road, construction noise and dust, radon, waste storage and disposal arrangements. • DFI Roads are content subject to condition and provision of visibility splays of 2.0 x 45m from Site B onto Prehen road. • NI Water are content with this proposal. Standard advice provided.”

“Appendix 4 • NIEA – WMU has no objection subject to a negative condition relating to method of sewage disposal agreed with NIW or consent to discharge. • DFI Rivers is content subject to provision of and condition of maintenance strip along the designated culvert along the site boundary. • Shared Environmental Services is content subject to condition relating to method of sewage disposal being agreed with NIW or consent to discharge.”

“Representations 12 letters of objection have been received in respect of this proposal, from 6 households. The issues raised are summarised below and considered later in the report.”

“Restricted nature/topography of site; A two-storey dwelling is out of character; cumulative effect of two dwellings on a small site, impact due to level difference from Prehen Road to Woodland Avenue. • Obstruction of views. • Land ownership issues / Maintenance of boundary wall. • Potential impacts on biodiversity – bats, trees, hedges. • Potential amenity issues - loss of privacy, overshadowing. • Parking issues. • Proximity of Site B to existing culvert.”

“LA11/2023/2007/O - Erection of single-story dwelling to replace existing dwelling and erection of storey and a half dwelling with dormer windows to be accessed from Prehen Road at 38 Prehen Road, Bolies, Londonderry BT47 2NS The Senior Planning Officer presented the above application, details of which was previously circulated to Members.”

“Appendix 4 area within the visibility splays and any forward sight line shall be cleared to provide a level surface no higher than 250mm above the level of the adjoining carriageway and such splays shall be retained and kept clear thereafter. A scale plan and accurate site survey at 1:500 shall be submitted as part of the reserved matters application showing the access to be constructed and other requirements in accordance with the RS1.”

“A plan of the site shall be submitted to and approved by the Council indicating the existing and proposed contours, the finished floor levels of the proposed buildings and the position, height and materials of any retaining walls at Reserved Matters stage. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved plans.”