One self-build dwelling at 13 Clanwilliam Road, Deal

“The application relates to vacant land to the rear of 13 Clanwilliam Road, which is located within the settlement confines of Deal and in the Deal Middle Street Conservation Area. The piece of land is located between a single storey garage and row of garages on the south side of Stanley Street. Previously the garage to 13 Clanwilliam Road stood on this site but this was destroyed by fire some years ago…”

“The application is for the erection of a single dwelling which would be two storeys and orientated north to south, with a small courtyard garden. There would be no parking provided as part of the proposals.”

“Notwithstanding this, the proposals are not considered to result in harm to the character and appearance of the conservation area due to the height of the building, which would be compounded by the single storey garages either side. The building would be isolated from the taller buildings to either side and would instead be read in the context of these smaller ancillary buildings and open space…”

“The proposals are therefore considered to be acceptable, preserving the character and appearance of the area, in accordance with policy PM1 of the Local Plan and the aims and objectives of the NPPF. Residential Amenity 2.12 Section (f) of Paragraph 135 of the NPPF requires development to provide a high standard of amenity for existing and future users. This is further supported by policy PM2.”

“House is out of character with street scene • Unacceptable impact on parking pressure in the area • Issues relating to fire damage and safety of remaining wall Officer Note: This is not a material planning consideration…”

“Loss of privacy to properties on Stanley Road • Material finish is inappropriate for the Conservation Area Officer Note: The materials have been amended as part of the application process (f) 1. The Site and Proposal…”

“Councillor Back noted that Deal Town Council had raised no objections, nor had the Council’s Heritage Team. There was a mix of building styles in the area, there would be no overlooking and the proposals had been improved during the course of the application by lowering the roof and installing timber windows. The site enjoyed easy access to the town centre and he proposed that the application should be approved.”

“RESOLVED: (a) That Application No DOV/25/00202 be APPROVED subject to the following conditions:”

“(x) Obscured glazing prior to occupation.”