Proposal: Erect extensions to roof to form gable ends to both sides and a first floor rear extension to form habitable accommodation in roof with dormers to front, rear and side.  Erect two storey side extension and ground floor side and rear extensions, install recessed balcony to rear and alter elevations (Amended Proposal)

Applicant: Mr Willer

Agent: DK Building Designs Limited

Planning permission GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

01 Condition:  The development hereby permitted shall begin not later than three years from the date of this decision.

Reason:  Required to be imposed pursuant to Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.

02 Condition:  The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans:  3112-01 Sheet 1 of 2 (Revision B) and 3112-01 Sheet 2 of 2 (Revision A)

Reason:  To ensure that the development is carried out in accordance with provisions of the Development Plan.

03 Condition:  Unless otherwise agreed in writing with the local planning authority the development hereby permitted shall be constructed entirely of materials that match the materials used in the construction of the existing building.

Reason:  In the interests of visual amenity and to ensure that the appearance of the building makes a positive contribution to the character and appearance of the area.  This is as set out in the National Planning Policy Framework, Southend-on-Sea Core Strategy 2007 policies KP2 and CP4, Development Management Document policies DM1 and DM3 and the advice contained within the Council’s Design and Townscape Guide. 

04 The flat roof of the extensions hereby approved shall not be used as a balcony, roof garden or similar amenity area or for any other purpose unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority.  The roof can however be used for the purposes of maintenance or to escape in an emergency.

Reason:  To protect the privacy and environment of people in neighbouring residential properties, in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework, Southend-on-Sea Core Strategy 2007 policies KP2 and CP4, Development Management Document policies DM1 and DM3

05 The proposed first floor windows on the side (east and west) elevations of the extended roof hereby approved shall be shall be fitted with obscured glazing (the glass to be obscure to at least Level 4 on the Pilkington Levels of Privacy, or such equivalent as may be agreed in writing with the local planning authority) and shall be fixed shut or provided with a fanlight opening (with the fanlight opening being set not less than 1.7 metres above the adjacent internal finished floor level) prior to the first use of the extensions hereby approved.  The window shall be permanently retained as such thereafter.

Reason:  To protect the privacy and environment of people in neighbouring residential properties, in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework, Southend-on-Sea Core Strategy 2007 policies KP2 and CP4, Development Management Document policies DM1 and DM3

The Local Planning Authority has acted positively and proactively in determining this application by identifying matters of concern with the proposal and determining the application within a timely manner, clearly setting out the reason(s) for refusal, allowing the Applicant the opportunity to consider the harm caused and whether or not it can be remedied by a revision to the proposal.  The detailed analysis is set out in a report prepared by officers. In the circumstances the proposal is not considered to be sustainable development. The Local Planning Authority is willing to discuss the best course of action and is also willing to provide pre-application advice in respect of any future application for a revised development, should the applicant wish to exercise this option in accordance with the Council's preapplication advice service.

 Informative

01 Please note that the development the subject of this application is liable for a charge under the Community Infrastructure Levy Regulations 2010 (as amended). Enclosed with this decision notice is a Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Liability Notice for the attention of the applicant and any person who has an interest in the land. This contains details including the chargeable amount and when this is payable. As this chargeable development has already commenced, no exemption or relief can be sought in relation to the charge and a CIL Demand Notice will shortly be issued. Charges and surcharges may apply if you fail to meet statutory requirements relating to CIL. Further details on CIL matters can be found on the Council's website at www.southend.gov.uk/cil.