Proposal: Erect roof extension to existing mixed use building to form additional self-contained flat.

Applicant: TernRock Ltd

Agent: Studio:  08 architecture + planning

Resolved:-

That PLANNING PERMISSION be GRANTED subject to the following conditions:

1.         The development hereby permitted shall begin no 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.

2.         The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans:  2000.LP-01, 2000.P.29, 2000.EX.11, 2000.EX.12, 2000.P.12, 2000.P.23, 2000.EX.13, 2000.P.24, 2000.EX.14, 2000.P.25, 2000.EX.15, 2000.P.26, 2000.EX.16, 2000.P.27, 2000.EX.17, 2000.P.28.

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

3.         The external materials used for the development hereby permitted shall match those of the lower floors, with the exception of the wall cladding of the second storey details of which shall be agreed in writing by the local planning authority prior to its installation. The development shall be carried out only in accordance with the approved details.

Reason: To safeguard character and appearance of surrounding area in accordance with Policies KP2 and CP4 of the Core Strategy (2007), Policy DM1 and DM3 of the Development Management Document (2015) and the Design and Townscape Guide (2009).

4.         Demolition or construction works associated with this permission shall not take place outside 08:00 hours to 18:00 hours Mondays to Fridays and 08:00 hours to 13:00 hours on Saturdays and at no time Sundays or Bank Holidays.

Reason: In order to protect the amenities of occupiers of the development surrounding occupiers and to protect the character the area in accordance with policies KP2 and CP4 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM1 and DM3 of the Development Management Document (2015).

5.         Prior to the occupation of the development hereby approved details of energy efficiency and other sustainability measures, including the provision of at least 10% of the development hereby approved energy needs being provided from renewable sources, shall be submitted to and agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority and the development shall be carried only in accordance with the agreed details.

Reason: To minimise the environmental impact of the development through efficient use of resources and better use of sustainable and renewable resources in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework, Core Strategy (2007) policy KP2 and CP4, and the Design and Townscape Guide (2009).

6.         With the exception of the second storey front balcony hereby permitted as shown on drawing no’s 2000.P.29, 2000.9.23, 2000.P.25, 2000.P.26, 2000.P.27, the roof of the first floor shall not be used as a balcony, roof garden or similar amenity area or for any other purpose unless express planning permission has first been obtained from 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 (NPPF), Core Strategy (2007) policy CP4, Development Management Document (2015) policy DM1, and the guidance contained within the Design and Townscape Guide (2009).

7.         Water efficient design measures as set out in Policy DM2 (iv) of the Development Management Document to limit internal water consumption to 105 litres per person  per  day  (lpd)  (110  lpd  when  including  external  water  consumption), including measures of water efficient fittings, appliances and water recycling systems shall be installed prior to the first occupation of the development hereby approved and retained in perpetuity.

Reason: To minimise the environmental impact of the development through efficient use of water in accordance with the National Planning Policy Framework, Core Strategy (2007) policy KP2, Development Management Document (2015) policy DM2 and the guidance within the Design and Townscape Guide (2009).

8.         Prior to first occupation of the development hereby granted, secure, covered refuse and recycling storage areas and cycle parking to serve the development shall be provided in accordance with approved plan no.2000.EX.11 and these facilities shall be permanently retained as such thereafter.

Reason: To ensure that adequate cycle parking and waste storage is provided and retained to serve the development in accordance with Policies CP3 of the Core Strategy (2007) and Policies DM1 and DM15 of the Development Management Document (2015).

Informatives

1.         Please note that the development the subject of this application is liable for a charge under the Community Infrastructure Levy Regulations 2010 (as amended). A Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Liability Notice will be issued as soon as practicable following this decision notice. This contains details including the chargeable amount, when this is payable and when and how exemption or relief on the charge can be sought. You are advised that a CIL Commencement Notice (CIL Form 6) must be received by the Council at least one day before commencement of development. Receipt of this notice will be acknowledged by the Council. Please ensure that you have received both a CIL Liability Notice and acknowledgement of your CIL Commencement Notice before development is commenced. Most claims for CIL relief or exemption must be sought from and approved by the Council prior to commencement of the development. Charges and surcharges may apply, and exemption or relief could be withdrawn 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.

2.         You should be aware that in cases where damage occurs during construction works to the highway in implementing this permission that Council may seek to recover the cost of repairing public highways and footpaths from any party responsible for damaging them. This includes damage carried out when implementing a planning permission or other works to buildings or land. Please take care when carrying out works on or near the public highways and footpaths in the Borough.

The Local Planning Authority has acted positively and proactively in determining this application by assessing the proposal against all material considerations, including planning policies and any representations that may have been received and subsequently determining to grant planning permission in accordance with the presumption in favour of sustainable development, as set out within the National Planning Policy Framework. The detailed analysis is set out in a report on the application prepared by officers.