Agenda item

Erection of two storey front and side extension, single storey rear extension with balcony and wall and gates to front boundary (maximum height 2.5m).

The Committee noted :

·         The supplementary report of the Head of Development Management tabled at the meeting;

·         One letters of objection and a letter from the applicant.

RESOLVED that the application be approved subject to the following conditions:-

01.     The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.

02.     The development hereby permitted shall be carried out only in accordance with the following approved plans received by the Local Planning Authority on 8 February 2012:         

          drawing nos. DHTR - 1,2,3,4,5,6, 7, 14         

03.     The materials to be used in the construction of the external surfaces of the development hereby permitted shall match those outlined in the planning application form received 8 February 2012 by the Local Planning Authority.

04.     The first floor windows serving the en-suite bathrooms in the side elevation of the development hereby permitted shall not be glazed at any time other than with a minimum of Pilkington Level 3 obscure glass (or equivalent). They shall at all times be fixed with the exception of a top hung openable fanlight.          

05.     Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995 (or any Order revoking and re-enacting that Order with or without modification) no additional windows, similar openings or enlargement thereof shall be constructed at first floor level or above in the side elevations of the extension hereby permitted except for any which may be shown on the approved drawings.

06.     No part of the extension shall be occupied until a means of access for pedestrians has been constructed in accordance with details which have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The approved means of access shall thereafter be retained.      

07.     Any gates provided shall open away from the highway and be set back a distance of at least 6 metres from the edge of the carriageway of the adjoining highway. 

Summary Of Reason(s) For Decision:

The following development plan policies have been taken into account in determining this planning application:

Bracknell Forest Borough Local Plan: Policies

EN20 as it would be acceptable in terms of its impact upon the character of the area, and amenity of surrounding properties and adjoining area.

H4 which permits development where it would not undermine the quality or residential character of defined areas of special housing character.

M9 which seeks satisfactory parking provision for vehicles and cycles.

Core Strategy Development Plan Document:

CS7 which seeks to ensure that developments are of high quality design.

South East Plan:

CC6 which seeks development that will respect and enhance the character and distinctiveness of settlements and landscapes, and use innovative design to create a high quality built environment which promotes a sense of place.

Guidance contained within the NPPF has been taken into account. This does not alter officer recommendation.

The following material considerations have been taken into account:

The proposal is considered to comply with BFBLP Policies EN20, H4, M9, CSDPD CS7, SEP CC6. The proposal will not adversely affect the character of the building, neighbouring property or area or significantly affect the amenities of neighbouring property.  The planning application is therefore approved.