Self-build chalet bungalow at Land At St Georges House, Chelmsford Road, Purleigh

“The application site is located on the eastern side of Chelmsford Road, Rudley Green, approximately 350m to the north of the defined settlement boundary of Purleigh. The site currently comprises an area of open grassland, used as amenity space by the occupiers of St Georges House, enclosed by substantial hedgerows and a dense tall tree line to the southern boundary which visually marks the southern end of Rudley Green.”

“Whilst the site lies outside of a defined settlement boundary, due to its position relative to Rudley Green the site is considered to be semi-rural in character; with residential properties extending northwards from the site along both sides of the road; and a wide expanse of open agricultural fields to the east and south.”

“No other planning history relating to the site.”

“The design and materials of the proposed development are considered acceptable and would comprise a sensitive development that is in keeping with the local area both in terms of scale and architectural design. It is considered that a dwelling at the site would not result in any harm in terms of residential amenity, highways safety, or ecology and biodiversity; subject to planning conditions.”

“It is considered that the proposed development accords with all other relevant policies contained within the approved Maldon District Local Development Plan (LDP) and the NPPF and is recommended for approval.”

“Rudley Green benefits from a paved walking route to Purleigh along Chelmsford Road pavement; which is almost continuous with the exception of the need to cross at the entrance to the village at Lodge Lane. Whilst the route is not lit, the pavement is relatively wide and well maintained. The availability of this walking route, and the associated distances to the services available within Purleigh itself, serve to reduce reliance on the private car for day-to-day needs.”

“Although the location of the development outside of any settlement boundary would be contrary to Policy S8 of the LDP, it is considered that future occupiers would have reasonable access to day-to-day services and facilities, including public transport, and would not result in undue reliance on private cars for long distance journeys.”

“Name of Internal Consultee Comment Officer Response Environmental Health No objection subject to conditions relating to surface water and foul drainage, and informatives. Noted - discussed at section 5.8 above Trees No objection, subject to compliance with the arboricultural report and hedge/shrub protection.”

“Representations received from Interested Parties (summarised)”

“No third party comments have been received in relation to the proposals…”

“Following this Councillor E L Stephens proposed that they approve this application. This was duly seconded.”

“Upon a vote being taken the proposal to approve was agreed, subject to the conditions set out in the report.”

“The materials used in the construction of the development hereby approved shall be as set out within the application form/approved plans and Design and Access Statement.”

“Prior to first occupation of the dwelling hereby approved, the foul drainage for the dwelling must either be connected to mains drainage or a small sewage treatment plant of adequate capacity for the dwelling. Any small sewage treatment plant installed must discharge treated effluent in a manner which complies with the "General Binding Rules" at the time of installation.”