Mill conversion to a dwelling at Approx 33m south west of 18 Gransha Close, Comber

Converting a disused mill into a dwelling

The application proposed converting a disused mill, with a single storey extension, into a dwelling with associated site works near Gransha Close, Comber.

“LA05/2023/0494/F – Conversion of and single storey extension to disused mill to a dwelling with associated site works on lands approximately 33 metres southwest of 18 Gransha Close, Comber (Cont’d)”

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A neighbour objected

A neighbour spoke in opposition to the application and members' questions to him were addressed.

“The committee received [name withheld] to speak in opposition of the application and a number of Members’ queries were addressed. [name withheld] was available remotely to assist [name withheld] with Members queries.”

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Supporters addressed the committee

Supporters of the application spoke in favour and answered members' questions.

Earlier concerns had been resolved

Members said their initial concerns about the floodplain, trees and visibility at the site entrance had been alleviated, and welcomed restoring the derelict building.

“Alderman M Gregg advised that his initial concerns regarding the floodplain, trees, and visibility splays at the entrance to the site had been alleviated. Alderman Gregg stated that he was supportive of the application but requested that close attention is paid to the application to ensure that conservation of the existing building is observed.”

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Approved unanimously

The committee agreed unanimously to adopt officers' recommendation to approve the application.

“Having considered the information provided within the report of the Planning Officer, the Committee agreed unanimously to adopt the recommendation to approve this application.”

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