Rear extensions and new dwelling at 91 Eaton Road, Appleton, Abingdon

What was proposed

The application proposed extensions and alterations to the existing home, a two-bedroom dwelling, four parking spaces and improved access.

“PROPOSAL Double and single storey rear extensions and alterations to existing semi-detached dwelling and proposed new two-bedroom dwelling in garden land with associated parking and access. (Revised design and parking plan as amplified by drawings submitted 06 February 2025 and 06 March 2025 and as amplified by bat survey received 19 June 2025)”

“PROPOSAL 2.1 The application proposes a double and single storey rear extension to the existing semi-detached dwelling and a proposed new two-bedroom dwelling attached off the eastern side with subdivision of the plot. Four parking spaces would be provided along with improvements to the access off Eaton Road.”

Officer report

Earlier applications

Earlier proposals included an approved single-storey extension, withdrawn new-dwelling plans, planning advice and several approved extensions and access works.

“P24/V0718/FUL Double and single storey rear extensions, alterations to existing semi-detached dwelling and proposed new two-bedroom two storey detached dwelling in garden land with associated parking and access at 91 Eaton Road. Withdrawn (11/06/2024)”

“P23/V1757/PEM Double and single storey rear extension and alterations to existing semi-detached dwelling and proposed new two-bedroom two storey detached dwelling in garden land with associated parking and access.”

Officer report

Consultation and objections

The parish council and six neighbours raised concerns, while highways, ecology, drainage, forestry and waste officers raised no objection subject to conditions where stated.

“Representation Comments Appleton With Eaton Parish Council Objection – Concerns that the proposed would have a negative impact on ecology, flood risk, highway issues, overdevelopment and being out of character.”

“No objection – Subject to conditions Drainage Engineer (South and Vale) No objection – Subject to conditions Forestry Officer (South and Vale)”

Officer report

Who spoke

An objector spoke for neighbouring properties, and the applicant spoke in support of the application.

What members discussed

Members questioned hedge trimming, excavation, track widening, council-owned land, drainage, flood risk and the need to complete access improvements before occupation.

“Members sought clarification on the proposed access improvements, particularly the extent of hedge trimming and whether any excavation would occur. Officers confirmed that only limited trimming of overhanging branches was proposed, with no digging into the bank. A condition requiring a no-dig…”

“Further questions focused on the extent of track widening. Officers clarified that only specific sections -primarily the entrance and turning area - would be widened, with the remainder of the track remaining unchanged. Members also asked which parts of the site were in Council ownership, and officers confirmed this related to the access lane only.”

Minutes

The committee’s decision

The committee approved the application after a moved and seconded motion, subject to the listed conditions and an additional access condition.

“A motion, moved and seconded, to approve the application was carried on being put to the vote.”

“RESOLVED: to approve planning application P24/V2605/FUL subject to the following conditions:”

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