Two-storey side extension at 12 Ceres Road, Swindon

“The Proposal: This application seeks planning permission for the erection of a two-storey side extension.”

“The extension would be located to the north east side of the property and would be of the same height as the existing building, 6.912 metres in depth and 3.15m in width.”

“The Site and Surroundings: The site is a two-storey detached house. There is an existing attached garage to the north east side accessed from the rear of the property.”

“The surrounding area is urban and residential in character, containing a mix of house types including detached and semi-detached dwellings in The dwelling forms part of a wider development built under application consent S/13/1223.”

“Site History: There is no relevant planning history for this site.”

“The application before members consists of a two-storey side extension. The proposed side extension would measure a maximum of 6.912m in depth, 3.15m in width and 7.95m in height. This would be less than half the width of the existing dwellinghouse. Whilst it would not be set down from the ridgeline, or set back from the existing front elevation, it would have a similar footprint to the existing garage.”

“Concluding Comments: The proposed works are relatively modest in scale and would not cause an unacceptable impact upon the character of the host property or the surrounding area. Additionally, the proposal would not have an adverse effect on the amenity of the neighbouring properties. Finally, whilst the proposal would not comply with the relevant parking standards, it is considered that there is sufficient parking in the area to overcome this requirement.”

“Representations: Neighbours: No representations received.”

“Parish Council: Object to application for following reasons: The proposal would lead to overbearing for neighbouring properties and the amount of parking proposed is insufficient for a four- bedroom property.”

“The proposals will provide space for a family that has outgrown the current property. • There are spaces for visitors to park at the side of the property so there would be no need for visitors to park on the highway. • The proposed extension has been designed to be in-keeping with the character of the local area.”

“The proposal will lead to an increased pressure on parking within the street. This may undermine highways safety and could set a damaging precedent for future developments in the area. • The proposed extension will increase the footprint of the built property, being larger than the garage that will be removed. • The Council’s parking standards would require the property as proposed to have three parking spaces, rather than two.”

“Councillor Matthew Courtliff proposed that planning permission be granted, subject to the conditions set out in the Case Officer’s report. The proposal was seconded by Councillor Neil Hopkins. The motion was carried unanimously.”

“Resolved – That planning permission be granted, subject to the conditions set out in the Case Officers report.”