Listed building repairs at 4a, 4b 4C And 4D Duke Street, Margate

What was proposed

The application sought listed building consent for timber window replacements, roof and tile replacement, and repairs to the building.

“LOCATION: Application for listed building consent for replacement of windows with single glazed timber windows, replacement of roof, ridge tiles and tile hanging with clay tiles and repair work…”

Officer report

The site and building

The site is a three-storey Grade II listed building in the Margate Conservation Area, within a terrace of listed buildings and converted into four apartments.

“The application site is located within the Margate Conservation Area. The property is a Grade II Listed Building and is located within a terrace of Grade II Listed buildings. The property was constructed early to mid 19th Century and comprises a three storey property. The supporting information details that the property has been converted into 4 apartments.”

Officer report

Earlier applications

Earlier applications for replacement windows with UPVC windows were withdrawn in August 2018.

“F/TH/18/0640 - Installation of replacement timber windows with UPVC windows Withdrawn 31 August 2018”

“L/TH/18/1117 - Application for Listed Building consent for replacement of timber sash windows with UPVC vertical sliding windows Withdrawn 31 August 2018”

Officer report

Why officers recommended approval

Officers considered the works necessary for maintenance, preservation, weather protection and continued use, causing little or no harm to the listed building.

“The removal and replacement with single glazed timber windows with matching profiles, openings) will offer a benefit in terms of improved energy efficiency, however, this will involve the loss of historic fabric, although not original, but minimal change to the appearance of the building. Furthermore the replacement windows will allow the continued use of the building as flats and its long term maintenance.”

“The works will not result in any new or significant intrusion into the fabric of the building. They would be relatively modest and are not considered to impact negatively on the historic structure, being for the maintenance and preservation of the designated heritage asset, which would be a public benefit.”

Officer report

Consultation and objections

The conservation officer raised no objection subject to conditions, while three representations raised concerns about consultation, property rights, building works and nearby businesses.

“Three representations were received. The concerns can be summarised as follows: • No consultation carried out with leaseholders or residents • Works may breach terms of lease or constitute interference with property rights • Significant detrimental effect on the character of the building and on nearby local businesses • Concern with having multiple building sites close to one another • Affect footfall to businesses nearby…”

“TDC Conservation Officer: Further to a review of the submitted application, I consider the proposed development to be acceptable both in terms of the proposed works to the listed structure and its effect on the wider conservation area.”

Officer report

Who spoke

A speaker sought clarification and raised concerns about the timing of the works.

The committee vote

The motion to approve the officer recommendation, subject to four conditions, was agreed when put to the vote.

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

“When put to the vote the motion was AGREED.”

Minutes

The decision and conditions

The application was approved subject to a three-year commencement period, 4mm maximum glazing, gutter and parapet details, and repair method statements.

“Prior to the commencement of works precise details of the central valley gutter and front parapet shall be submitted to and approved in writing with the Local Planning Authority and shall be carried out in accordance with the agreed details.”

“Prior to the commencement of works method statements for the external repairs shall be submitted to and approved in writing with the Local Planning Authority and shall be carried out in accordance with the agreed details.”

Minutes