Pub patio and extension at Mount Pleasant Inn, Repton, Derby

What was proposed

The application proposed a patio on the pub’s existing flat roof, a first-floor office extension, parapet walls and relocation of the extract flue.

“Executive summary The application site is located on Mount Pleasant Road at the junction with Mill Hill and is the Mount Pleasant Inn which is currently undergoing renovation following new ownership. The application proposes the construction of parapet walls to the existing flat roof which will enable this area to be turned into a patio area for use.”

“The proposal The application is to construct parapet walls to the existing flat roof of the ground floor of the pub, which will be accessed from stairs within the beer garden. The parapet is to measure 1.8m in total height with a 0.75m red facing brick wall with blue brick coping stone and 1.05m of glass panels between posts in frame. This area will serve as a further area for guests to sit and use in addition to the beer garden.”

Officer report

Earlier planning history

The site’s recorded planning history includes an approved illuminated fascia and lantern sign from 1985.

“Relevant planning history 9/1985/0049 - The display of an illuminated fascia sign on the northern flank and a lantern sign on the front of the public house – Approved 10 June 1985 Responses to consultations and publicity Environmental Health Officer - No objection subject to conditions…”

Officer report

What officers recommended

Officers recommended approval because the proposal would support the pub and community, while privacy, noise and highway concerns could be addressed through conditions.

“The Environmental Health Officer has been consulted on the proposal and initially requested a noise management plan which was submitted by the applicant and provides details on the proposed hours of use, layout , noise controls and details regarding the flat on the first level which is proposed to remain vacant and additionally from the proposed floor plan it is suggested that the noise sensitive rooms have no openings facing out onto the patio area .”

“The proposed development will assist to provide redevelopment to a local pub that has served the village of Repton for many years. The enhancement of the pub will be seen through the creation of the first-floor patio area that will be accessed via stairs into the beer garden. These benefits are to be balanced against legitimate neighbour concerns including privacy, lighting, noise and highway safety.”

Officer report

Consultation responses

Statutory consultees raised no objections subject to conditions, while the parish council objected over residential impact and noise.

“First Response 6 th November 2025 – A noise management plan is requested. Second Response 22 nd January 2026 – No objection subject to conditions relating to a noise impact assessment, use of external audio-visual equipment, restriction on timing of the use of the roof terrace and an acoustic barrier to be submitted for approval.”

“Repton Parish Council – Object 22 December 2025 - It is considered that this does not meet the NDP Policy CLE3 as it is considered it will have an adverse impact on the nearby residential properties and will create noise pollution within a rural area. The development could be considered for an urban environment but not suitable for a semi-rural area.”

Officer report

What people said

Twelve objections covered overlooking, privacy, noise, parking, traffic, light pollution and the rural setting; four supporters welcomed reopening and employment.

“Twelve objections have been received, raising the following comments: a) There is concern that this will cause overlooking to surrounding residential properties b) Concern regarding the potential for an increase in noise c) The beer garden was not previously used as a garden but was a private garden by the publican d) There is insufficient parking within the pub car park e) There will be a loss of privacy f) Potential safeguarding of overlooking onto neighbouring homes g)…”

“Four letters of support have been received, raising the following comments: a) It is good to see the site has been cleaned and money is been spent on reopening the pub b) There are a lot of pubs closing and it is good to see one opening c) This will be a good addition to the local amenities within the area d) It will provide employment for local residents…”

Officer report

Who spoke

An objector, the applicant’s agent and the local ward member addressed the committee, with concerns raised about privacy and obscure glazing.

Members’ discussion

Members considered that obscure glazing and rendering the extension to match the building would improve the proposal.

“Members discussed the Application and noted that the proposals could be improved with obscure glazing and by rendering the extension so that it matched the rest of the building.”

Minutes

The committee’s decision

The committee approved permission as recommended, subject to a neighbour-facing solid or obscure glazed screen and rendering to match the existing building.

“That planning permission be approved as per the recommendations in the report of the Executive Director – Place and Prosperity, subject to amendments to condition five to ensure a solid or obscure glazed screen facing neighbours and an additional condition requiring the works to be rendered to match the existing building.”

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