Rear extension and raised patio at 18 Oaklands Avenue, Broadstairs

What was proposed

The application proposed a single-storey rear extension after demolition of the existing structure, a raised patio and roof covering.

“The report concerns planning application FH/TH/25/0129 for the ‘Erection of a single storey rear extension following demolition of existing, and raised patio with roof covering’.”

“This report is brought back following a decision by members at the planning committee meeting on 23 April 2025 to defer to officers to seek amendments to safeguard the privacy of the neighbouring property.”

Officer report

Earlier committee concerns

Members previously voted against approval and deferred the application so officers could seek amendments protecting the neighbouring property’s privacy.

“At the planning committee meeting on 23 April 2025, members voted against the recommendation of officers for the application to be approved subject to safeguarding conditions.”

“A new motion was put forward, which was to defer back to officers for an agenda item to be brought back to a future planning committee meeting, outlining amendments to safeguard the privacy of the neighbouring property.”

Officer report

Amendments to protect privacy

The amended plans moved the patio and included a 1.8-metre privacy screen, with drawings showing the relevant levels and heights.

“The applicant amended the proposal (Drawings numbers PL03B, PL04B, PL05C received 30 April 2025) to show the patio returned to its original position alongside the boundary wall) and a 1.8 metre high privacy screen erected alongside the existing boundary for the depth of the raised patio.”

“Neighbours have been consulted on the amended drawings and one objection has been received raising the following concerns: - The amended drawings now show the extended roof and raised patio in the same position as the initial application - The drawings are incorrect as it suggests the fence (privacy screen) would be at the same height as the existing 1st fence panel - it is significantly higher leaving only a 0.4m gap between the top of the fence and the underside of the…”

Officer report

Who presented the report

The Planning Applications Manager outlined the report to the committee.

The committee vote

The Chair proposed, and the Vice Chair seconded, approval subject to conditions; the motion was carried.

“Chair proposed and Vice Chair seconded that the officer recommendation for approval be agreed, subject to the following conditions:”

“The proposed development shall be carried out in accordance with the submitted application as amended by the revised drawings numbered 25.2115.PL03A and 25.2115.PL04A received 20 March 2025, and 25.2115.PL05B and 25.2115.PL06A received 31 March 2025.”

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