First-floor extension at 7 Lynch Close, Winchester

“The proposal seeks to construct an extension to provide an additional storey to create more living space. This includes raising the height of the roof; it is finished with a gable end with the ridge measuring approximately 7.1 metres tall. This is an increase of approximately 3 metres from the existing. The proposal uses lower eaves measuring approximately 4.3 metres tall, an increase of 1.8 metres from the existing.”

“Lynch Close is a cul-de-sac in a residential area of Winchester. It is defined by eight bungalows which sit in a semi-circle at the Eastern end of the road. The ground level changes with the ground gently sloping from the West to the East. The character of these bungalows is generally consistent although there is variety in materials and some built form as they have been altered and extended over time.”

“Lynch Close is positioned in the southeastern corner of the cul-de-sac. It is finished with a shallow gabled roof with clay tiles. The external walls are finished with white painted brick. The dwelling is served by a driveway to its front with a moderately sized rear garden. It is set back slightly from the street scene to accommodate this. The dwelling has been extended at the single storey level in the past on its northeastern side, finished with a flat roof.”

“15/01503/FUL - (HOUSEHOLDER) Single storey side and rear extension to north side of dwelling, following demolition of garage. Alterations to existing conservatory structure to south side of dwelling, including replacement roof, alterations to fenestration. Erection of new garden shed. Re-submission following withdrawal of application no; 14/02924/FUL- Permitted 26.08.2015”

“24/00706/PNADD6 - Addition of one storey to the original section of the single storey dwellinghouse under Section AA of the The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 – Prior Approval Refused 23.05.2024 – Appeal Dismissed 20.12.2024”

“The development is recommended for permission as it is considered that it will have a positive impact on the character of the area in accordance with Policy D1 of the Local Plan 2040 and would not harm neighbouring residential amenity in accordance with policy D7 of the Local Plan 2040.”

“Objecting Representations received from 12 different addresses citing the following material planning reasons: • The character of Lynch Close is defined by bungalows. The addition of another storey harms the character of the Close and would dominate views at the end of the cul-de-sac. • The extension would lead to overdevelopment of the site. • The extension will block light to neighbouring dwellings. • Rear windows would overlook neighbouring properties.”

“Supporting Representations received from different addresses citing the following material planning reasons: • Development has been designed sensitively to fit into the surrounding area. • Development has been designed to minimise overlooking on neighbouring dwellings.”

“The application was introduced. During public participation, [name withheld] spoke in objection to the application and Jonathan Ryan and [name withheld] spoke in support of the application and answered Members’ questions thereon. The Committee proceeded to ask questions and debate the application.”

“The committee agreed to refuse permission for the following reasons:”

“(i) As a result of the additional size, roof height, design and bulk of the proposed additional storey, the proposed development would appear incongruous amongst neighbouring bungalows within Lynch Close and does not respond positively to the character and context of the street scene.”