Rear extension and alterations at 4 Cundy Close, Plymouth

“Proposal Description The proposals seek to construct a rear extension replacing an existing conservatory. The extension will be a single storey dual-pitched structure with a concrete tiled roof and finished in white painted render. The extension covers a floor area of approximately 5.7m by 5.3m, with a height to the eaves of 2.4m and a height to the ridge of 4.5m.”

“The proposals also include other minor alterations to the property consisting of the re-rendering of the external elevations, replacement garage door, replacement grey upvc windows and doors and replacement guttering and fascias.”

“Description of Site 4 Cundy Close is a two-storey detached dwelling located in a residential area in the ward of Plympton St Mary. The principal elevation of the property faces south fronting Cundy Close and the property benefits from a well-proportioned rear garden which backs onto Boringdon Park Golf Club to the north.”

“The site lies within a critical drainage area and flood zone 1. There are no designated heritage assets in close proximity to the site.”

“Pre-application Enquiry There was no pre-application enquiry submitted prior to the application.”

“Relevant Planning History 05/00899/PRDEV: Rear conservatory (Planning Permission not required)”

“Conclusions and Reasons for Decision Officers have taken account of the NPPF and S38(6) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004 and concluded that the development accords with policy and national guidance (specifically JLP Policies DEV1 and DEV20) and will not result in harm to neighbouring amenity or the character and appearance of the area. The proposal is therefore recommended for conditional approval.”

“Recommendation In respect of the application dated 25.07.2025 it is recommended to Grant Conditionally.”

“Consultation Responses Plympton St Mary Neighbourhood Forum were consulted but did not provide a response within the given consultation period.”

“Natural Infrastructure: The Natural Infrastructure Planning team do not hold an in-principle objection to the proposal; however, a condition to secure the installation of bird boxes is recommended.”

“The Committee agreed to grant the application conditionally, as set out in the report:”

“The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years beginning from the date of this permission.”

“Prior to the occupation of the extension hereby permitted two bird boxes shall be installed within the fabric of the building. Plans for the specification and locations of these within the building are to be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority, the bird boxes shall be retained and maintained as such thereafter.”