Decision details

Mr P Oliver spoke upon the application as an objector. Mr Oliver stated that the scale and bulk of the proposed development was so unacceptably large and overbearing that it would cause privacy issues for neighbouring properties and would limit his ability to effectively maintain and access his own property. He also stated that proposed design was markedly out of character with the immediate street-scene. 

The Committee gave consideration to the report (at pages 42 - 48) as delivered and summarised by the Planning Control Team Leader which should be read together with these minutes as a composite document. The Committee was also verbally updated regarding a further objection received which reiterated similar concerns.

A debate thereon was had whereby Members agreed that the application’s proposed reconstruction and enlargement was: unacceptably too large in its visual scale; it would fail to contribute positively to the overall quality of the local environment; it was not harmonious in its design, form and proposed external materials; and the overall height and visual bulk was excessive in proximity to neighbouring properties.

It was moved by the Chair, seconded by the Vice-Chair and

UNANIMOUSLY RESOLVED THAT:

The application be REFUSED planning permission for the reasons as set out in the report and the foregoing minutes.