Self-build dwelling at 54 - 56 Damgate Street, Wymondham

“Applicant’s Name: [name withheld] Address 54 - 56 Damgate Street Wymondham Norfolk NR18 0BQ Proposal Subdivision of plot and erection of 1no self-build dwelling…”

“The application seeks full permission for subdivision of the plot and erection of 1no self-build dwelling comprising 2no bedrooms, a kitchen, a living/dining room and a bathroom. Access to the site is off Damgate Street, adjacent to no. 52.”

“The site is located on the eastern side of Damgate Street, within the Wymondham settlement boundary. It is currently garden land associated with 54-56 Damgate Street. The site is within the conservation area and is in close proximity to various listed buildings. There is a tree subject to a Tree Preservation Order on the far western corner of the site. The immediate area is mainly residential with various dwelling types.”

“The siting of the proposed dwelling would result development in the rear garden of an existing plot, however, this is not uncommon on this part of the street and therefore the scheme is not considered unacceptably out of character with the street scene. The initial scheme was considered too large for the plot and has since been reduced and the design changed to a simpler design. The design and scale as currently proposed is considered appropriate for the plot size.”

“Policy DM3.11 of the SNLP requires developments to not endanger highway safety or satisfactory functioning of the highway. DM3.12 states that planning permission will be granted where appropriate parking provision is provided by the developer to serve the needs of the proposed development. Development should provide sufficient parking problems to avoid highway safety problems and to protect living and working conditions locally.”

“No objections subject to appropriate mitigation being secured.”

“No objections subject to conditions restricting construction/demolition hours, no burning of materials onsite, unknown contamination and installation of an ASHP.”

“Damage to the highway due to additional parking • Impact on natural beauty of the area • Impact on the houses in surrounding areas • Difficulty accessing neighbouring properties due to additional cars • The proposed dwelling does not have a right of access • Harm to the setting of the adjacent listed building…”

“Due to restricted access and the proximity to historic structures, construction would likely trespass onto private land and could damage heritage assets • Overdevelopment of the site • The development would severely affect the amenity, privacy, and enjoyment of neighbouring properties through overlooking, noise and visual intrusion…”

“Members voted unanimously for approval with Conditions.”

“Time limit 2 Approved plans 3 Means of enclosures 4 Parking/turning 5 Demolition/construction hours/construction management plan 6 No burning onsite 7 Installation of ASHP 8 Unknown contamination 9 Water efficiency 10 Tree Protection measures (PC) 11 Foul water via mains sewer 12 Self-build – Full due to BNG 13 Self build completion certificate 14 PD rights removal 15 Materials 16 Programme of archaeological mitigatory…”