Single-storey rear extension at 71 Palace Road, Ashton-under-Lyne

What was proposed

Permission was sought for a single-storey rear extension measuring up to 5.52 metres deep, with a pitched roof.

“This application seeks householder planning permission for the erection of a single storey rear extension.”

“The proposed single storey rear extension would extend a maximum of 5.52M, have an eaves height of 2.37M and over all height of 3.4M. The rear extension would be constructed with a pitched roof.”

Officer report

The site

The property is a two-storey semi-detached house with a rear garden backing onto Council-owned Protected Green Space.

“The application relates to 71 Palace Road a two-storey semi-detached property on Palace Road in Ashton. The application property is red brick built with a tiled hipped roof above. To the front of the property is a paved pathway leading to the front door with a grassed area either side. To the rear of the property is a generous size garden which backs onto a parcel of green space.”

“The application property is adjoined to No. Palace Road to the east and shares the common boundary with No. Palace Road. The rear boundary is shared with an area of Council owned land, and this is allocated as Protected Green Space under the Tameside UDP.”

Officer report

Planning history

There was no relevant planning history for the site.

“There is no relevant planning history relating to the application site.”

Officer report

Consultation responses

The highways authority had no objection, while 28 objections and a petition containing 84 signatures were received.

“The Council received 28 objections to the proposed development, from third party representatives. the LPA also received a petition with 84 no. signatures.”

Officer report

What people objected to

Objections included the extension’s size, traffic, parking, loss of light, noise, visual impact, HMO concerns and effects on the community.

“The comments received are summarised below: • Development too big. • Traffic/parking concerns. Roads already congested. • Hinder quality of life for occupants. • Loss Of Sun/Day Lighting/Overshadowing. • Noise/Hours of Operation. • Out Of Character. • Visual Amenity. • Use as an HMO. • What type of tenants will the HMO be for. • Effect on the community. • Internal building works have commenced. • Sets a precedent for others to do the same.”

Officer report

Who spoke

Councillor Bill Fairfoull and a member of the public objected, and the applicant addressed the Panel.

The vote

The Panel granted planning permission, with five members voting for it and two abstaining.

“[name withheld], the applicant, addressed the Panel. Decision RESOLVED- (5 for, 2 abstained) That planning permission be granted, subject to the conditions as detailed within the submitted report.”

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