Self-build dwelling at 18 Woodlands Road, Great Shelford

What was proposed

The application proposed demolishing the existing dwelling and building a five-bedroom self-build home with a double garage and associated works.

“Residential developments surround the site on all sides. 3. The proposal 3.1 This full planning application proposes demolition of existing dwelling and erection of self-build dwelling and associated works.”

“The development also includes the removal of the eastern access point and the loss of one tree to the rear and works to the trees along the eastern and western boundaries. Some new landscaping is proposed. 4. Relevant site history Site 4.1 24/50327/PRELV3 -Demolition of existing dwelling and garage and erection of replacement self-build dwelling with associated landscaping - Not supported…”

Officer report

The site

The site is a detached Arts and Crafts dwelling in Great Shelford’s development framework and conservation area, with trees, landscaping and a protected woodland behind.

“Table 2 Consultee summary 2. Site description and context 2.1 The site is located on the northern side of Woodlands Road, within the Great Shelford development framework and conservation area.”

“No. 18 Woodlands Road is a detached, two and a half storey, Arts and Craft style dwelling. It has a hipped roof and bay windows and a dormer to the front and single storey elements to the sides and the rear. The building is constructed from pebble dash render above a brick plinth for the walls and plain tiles for the roof.”

Officer report

What officers recommended

Officers recommended approval, finding the proposal acceptable in principle and considering its design, landscaping, sustainability and other effects acceptable overall.

“The development is acceptable in principle in policy terms. It would not adversely affect any trees, harm any protected species, be detrimental to highway safety, increase flood risk, or adversely affect the amenities of neighbours or future occupants.”

“Taking into account the above, officers recommend that the Planning Committee approve the application. Consultee Object / No objection / No comment Paragraph Reference/s Great Shelford Parish Council Support 6.1 Conservation Officer Objection 6.2 County Highways Development Management No objections 6.3 Drainage Officer No objections 6.4 Ecology Officer No objections 6.6 Environmental Health Officer No objections 6.8 Sustainability Officer No objections 6.10 Tree Officer…”

Officer report

Public views

Thirteen representations supported the application, citing the existing building’s poor condition, the proposed design, limited tree impact and environmental performance.

“Recommends that all tree protection measures and practices outlined within the AIA & TPP 11765-D-AIA and Tree Survey, Arboricultural Impact Assessment Arboricultural Method Statement are followed. 7. Third party representations 7.1 13 representations have been received in support of the application.”

Officer report

Who spoke

The applicant’s representative spoke in support, followed by the local ward councillor speaking as a local district member.

What members considered

Members considered the design, damp survey, heritage status, sustainability, repair options, construction traffic and whether the benefits outweighed less than substantial conservation harm.

“During debate the Committee considered the following issues: i. Taking into consideration the photographs provided by the case officer believed the proposed development would be in keeping with the character of the area. ii. The Damp Survey Report. iii. The design of the existing dwelling and that it had not been listed or identified as a non-designated heritage asset. iv.”

Minutes

The committee’s decision

The committee unanimously approved the application subject to the recommended conditions, with minor amendments to those conditions delegated to officers.

“The Delivery Manager summarised the recommendation set out on p43 of the agenda for approval of the application subject to the conditions set out in the officer’s report with delegated authority for officers to make minor amendments to the conditions as drafted.”

“By unanimous vote in favour, the Committee approved the application subject to: • The planning conditions set out in the officer’s report with minor amendments to the conditions as drafted delegated to officers.”

Minutes