Single-storey side extension at Solesbridge House, Chorleywood, Rickmansworth

“The applications seek full planning permission and Listed Building Consent for the construction of a pitched roofed single storey side extension with a sedum roof over the link (existing flat roofed extension). The proposed extension would be set to the north side of the host dwelling, adjacent to the northeastern corner of the site and boundary with the Chess Valley Walk.”

“The base of the proposed extension would be finished in brick to match the existing. The roof of the existing flat roofed 20th century rear extension is to have sedum planted finish. To the west of the proposed extension, adjoining the western elevation an extended patio area is proposed which extends between the proposed extension, existing dwelling and existing single storey extension. The patio area would have a total area of approximately 64sqm.”

“Relevant Planning History 1.1 24/1360/FUL - Construction of pitched roof single storey side extension with accommodation in the roof space. Refused. 28.01.2025. Reason for refusal: The proposed single storey side extension with accommodation in the roofspace by virtue of its scale, siting and unsympathetic materials would have an adverse impact on the special character and significance of the listed building, resulting in less than substantial harm.”

“28.01.2025 1.3 24/1316/FUL - Demolition of existing boundary wall; construction of fencing and gate; extension of gravel drive. Permitted November 2024. Not implemented. 1.4 24/1317/LBC - Listed Building Consent: Demolition of existing boundary wall; construction of fencing and gate; extension of gravel drive. Permitted November 2024. Not implemented. 1.5 04/0721/LBC - Listed Building Consent: Internal alterations to existing dressing room, installation of new drainage.”

“The Planning Officer reported that there were no updates and provided a presentation showing the changes, as set out in the report, which had been made to the scheme following the previous refusal.”

“Councillor Gazzard moved, and Councillor Mitchell seconded, that planning permission be granted subject to conditions. On being put to the vote this was carried unanimously.”

“RESOLVED: that planning permission be granted subject to conditions.”

“Policy DM13 in the Development Management Policies document (adopted July 2013) states that development should make provision for parking in accordance with the Parking Standards set out within Appendix 5. The proposal does not include an increase in bedrooms and no alterations to parking have been included within the proposal.”

“C5 Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 2015 (or any other revoking and re-enacting that order with or without modification), no windows or similar openings [other than those expressly authorised by this permission] shall be constructed in the northern elevation or roof slopes of the extension hereby approved.”