Removing a timber partition at Shapcott Cottage, Whitnage, Tiverton

“Listed Building Consent for the removal of 20th century 1st floor timber partition…”

“Existing and proposed plans Schedule of Works Design and Access Statement Heritage Statement…”

“The house is a mid-17 th century plastered cob on stone plinth thatched house within the village of Whitnage. Given the amount of alteration that has occurred, the vernacular materials and design, together with the property’s age, are considered to be the main contributors to the building’s significance.”

“The application site and the adjoining cottage were constructed in the mid-17 th century as one house. The subdivision appears to have occurred in the mid-20 th century, with a flying freehold being established over the front hall of the house.”

“17/01332/HOUSE - PERMIT date 5th October 2017 Erection of two storey extension following demolition of single storey extension and porch; internal and external repairs and alterations; alterations to northern boundary/access; erection of den and relocation of greenhouse and polytunnel…”

“17/01333/LBC - PERCON date 5th October 2017 Listed Building Consent for the erection of two storey extension following demolition of single storey extension and porch; internal and external repairs and alterations; alterations to northern boundary/access; erection of den and relocation of greenhouse and polytunnel…”

“The proposal would see the removal of a vertical timber plan partition from the largest bedroom. This partition was inserted in the mid-20 th century, forming a corridor to enable the smallest bedroom to be used independently. It resulted in an alien L-shaped corridor and left a proportionally large window lighting the corridor only.”

“Removing the partition would restore the proportions of the first floor bedroom and provide it with better lighting from the window. It is considered that this would be beneficial to the property and would not be harmful to its significance.”

“Uplowman Parish Council raised no objections…”

“The works hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this consent. All new works and works of making good to the retained fabric, whether internal or external, shall be finished to match the adjacent retained / historic work with regard to the methods used and to colour, material, texture and profile. The removal of the partitions shall be carried out by hand or by hand-held tools only.”

“In accordance with Section 18 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 as amended by Section 51 of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004. In order to safeguard the special architectural and historic interest of the designated heritage asset and comply with policy DM25 of the Local Plan.”

“There being no discussion it was RESOLVED that Listed Building Consent be granted.”

“(Proposed by Cllr G DuChesne and seconded by Cllr M Jenkins)”