Raised ridge and loft conversion at 4 Sovereign Lane, Waterlooville

What was proposed

The application proposed a raised roof ridge, loft conversion, eastern dormer and rooflights.

“Raised ridge and loft conversion with dormer extension to the Eastern elevation.”

“A dormer would be added to the east elevation - it would be set up from the eaves line by approximately 0.8metres, set down from the ridge line by approximately 0.85 metres, would be set in from the rear by approximately 4 metres and would feature an approximate distance from the front elevation of approximately 1.35 metres. In addition, 7No rooflights are proposed on the western (side) elevation and 1No rooflight on the eastern (side) elevation.”

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The site and surroundings

The property is a 1950s brick bungalow in a residential area of detached and semi-detached bungalows, with nearby extended homes.

“The site is located to the south of Sovereign Lane, and the surrounding area features predominantly single-storey and two storey houses, many of which have undergone alterations to the original designs. The property is a 1950s brick bungalow located in a suburban residential area characterised by a mix of detached and semi-detached bungalows with similar architectural styles.”

“The building is set back from the street with a lawn, planters and a driveway large enough for 3 cars to park. The site slopes gently up towards the house and continues to raise towards the rear boundary which backs on to No. St Johns Avenue. The neighbouring property to the west at No.2 has a rear extension which is visible from the street and a garage conversion.”

Officer report

Earlier planning history

A 1988 proposal for a roof conversion with dormers was refused, while a 1995 rear garage extension was approved.

“88/51452 – Extension to garage at front, raising height of whole roof and provision of three bedrooms and bathrooms with dormers front and rear – Refused 20 th July 1988.”

“94/51452/2 - Single storey garage extension to rear – Approved 13 th February 1995.”

Officer report

Consultation and public views

The consultation received 26 objections and 16 expressions of support, covering appearance, height, privacy, overshadowing, parking and overdevelopment.

“Public comments - Number of representations received: Comments have been received from 42 different addresses (some third parties have commented multiple times). These comprise 26 objections and 16 expressions of support…”

“Parking provision meets the Council’s Parking Standards.”

Officer report

Who spoke

A councillor presented a local resident’s deputation and her own deputation, and the applicant addressed the committee.

The committee’s discussion

Members considered neighbouring impacts, existing development nearby, the concerns expressed and the applicant’s reasons for extending.

“Members considered in detail the impact on neighbouring properties, however, noted that there are properties in the vicinity that have already been developed. Whilst sympathising with the views expressed by the occupiers of the neighbouring properties, members acknowledged and understood the applicant’s reasons for wishing to extend.”

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The decision

Permission was granted subject to conditions controlling commencement, approved plans, materials, window privacy and rooflight heights.

“RESOLVED that application APP/24/00395 be granted permission subject to:”

“The external materials used shall be as indicated on the submitted forms and hereby approved plans, or shall match, in type, colour and texture, those of the existing building so far as practicable.”

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