Five-person HMO at 1 Jupiter Close, Southampton

What was proposed

The application sought a five-bedroom, six-person HMO and a single-storey side and rear extension after demolishing the existing rear extension.

“Proposed development: Change of use from Residential Dwelling (Class C3) to House in Multiple Occupation (Class C4) with erection of a single storey side/rear extension following demolition of single storey rear extension.”

“The proposal also encompasses the demolition of an existing single-storey rear extension and the construction of a new single-storey side/rear extension. However, this aspect of the development has already been granted planning permission under reference 25/00286/FUL.”

Officer report

The site and surroundings

The site is a two-storey end terrace in a mainly residential suburban area, screened from the road by mature trees and shrubbery.

“The application site contains a two storey end of terraced dwelling house. The property is located in a residential area with predominantly terrace two storey dwelling houses and a suburban character. This dwelling is an end of terraced attached to 2 Jupiter Close. The immediate area is away from Romsey Road, and is screened from the road by mature trees and shrubbery.”

Officer report

Consultation and objections

Residents raised concerns about disturbances, parking, unsafe vehicles, stored materials, noise and the HMO’s effect on the area.

“Strong objection to the proposed development, citing ongoing issues with the current tenants at 1 Jupiter Close. Concerns include repeated late-night disturbances, unsafe vehicles parked on the road, and hazardous materials such as oil drums, batteries, and car parts stored in the garden. The area is home to older residents and young families, and these activities have reportedly caused parking difficulties and heightened community distress.”

“Response It is acknowledged that residents are concerned regarding unsafe vehicles and late-night disturbances of the current tenant of 1 Jupiter Close. It would appear that these concerns have been raised to the relevant authorities but are not be a material planning consideration for this application. The Council should assume for the purposes of this decision that use the property as an HMO will be occupied in a typical residential manner.”

Officer report

Who addressed the Panel

The agent addressed the meeting, and statements from two residents were received, circulated, read and posted online.

The vote and decision

The Panel carried the officer recommendation and approved planning permission subject to the conditions in the report.

“The Panel then considered the officer’s recommendation that the application be conditionally approved subject to criteria listed in the report. Upon being put to the vote the recommendation was carried.”

“RESOLVED that planning permission be approved subject to the conditions set out within the report.”

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