Proposal:  Demolish existing timber workshop, erect enlarged timber workshop, alter elevations of existing oak framed gazebo to create enclosed summerhouse and install juliette balcony to rear of dwellinghouse

Applicant:  Mr Oliver Beacham

Agent:  N/A

Mr Shires, a local resident, spoke as an objector to the application.

Resolved:-

That planning permission be REFUSED for the following reason:

01  The proposed workshop outbuilding would, by reason of its design, siting, height and depth of rearward projection, result in an excessively large and intrusive structure which would create an unduly overbearing relationship, an increased sense of visual enclosure and a material loss of light and outlook to 76 Herschell Road, to the detriment of the residential amenities of the occupiers of this property. The proposal is therefore unacceptable and contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework; Policies KP2 and CP4 of the Southend-on-Sea Core Strategy (2007); Policies DM1 and DM3 of the Southend-on-Sea Development Management Document (2015); and the advice contained within the Southend-on-Sea Design and Townscape guide (2009).  

Informative

01  You are advised that as the proposed extension(s) to your property equates to less than 100sqm of new floorspace the development benefits from a Minor Development Exemption under the Community Infrastructure Levy Regulations 2010 (as amended) and as such no charge is payable. See www.southend.gov.uk/cil for further details about CIL.

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.