Meeting documents

2001/524/CH

Case Officer:      Tony Clements

Date Received:     29/03/01     Decide by Date:     23/05/01

Parish:     Coleshill     Ward:     Coleshill & Penn Street

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      AMERSHAM WITH COLESHILL PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Coleshill Conservation Area

Green Belt other than GB4 or GB5 settlement

Within Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Class C Road

Unclassified road

Area of Special Advertisement Control

Biological Notification site

Within curtilage of Listed Building - affects setting

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

99/0360/CH: Construct Lych Gate at existing entrance – Conditional permission – Implemented.

99/0051/TC: Felling of a cypress and reduction of branches on a cypress within a conservation area – Implemented.

THE APPLICATION

Proposes the insertion of a gate (re-sited from the existing pedestrian entrance) supported by 1.5m high square brick and flint piers in the Barracks Hill boundary and the formation of gravel paths within the churchyard linking the church and the war memorial.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objection.

CONSULTATIONS

Historic Buildings Officer: No objection.

POLICIES

The Adopted Buckinghamshire County Structure Plan 1991 – 2011: Policies HE1.

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GB25, LB1, CA2.

ISSUES

1.     The proposed gate piers match those that are located within the hedgerow further to the south on the Barracks Hill boundary and the gate itself is to be re-sited within this opening.  There need be no objection to this proposal either with regard to the impact on the listed building or having regard to the impact on the character of the conservation area.  

2.     No other objections.

3.     The following recommendation is made having regard to the above and also to the content of the Human Rights Act 1998.

RECOMMENDATION: Conditional permission

Subject to the following conditions

(1) C108 General Time Limit

(2) C432 Materials - As on Plan or Subsequently Specified

2001/536/CH

Case Officer:      Geoffrey Hugall

Date Received:     02/04/01     Decide by Date:     27/05/01

Parish:     Seer Green     Ward:     Seer Green & Jordans

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR R HARRIS

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Built-up area other than Local Plan Policy  H2 or H4

Unclassified road

Site within 250 m. of active or disused rubbish tip

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

AM/1787/61     Garage constructed under permitted development.

THE APPLICATION

This application is for a single storey side / rear extension incorporating a garage.  The proposal would project 4m to the side and would be 12.8m deep, its front elevation would be level with the main front elevation of the existing dwelling.  The front of the extension would have a false pitch over (3.7m high) with a flat roof over the remainder to the rear (2.6m high).

CONSULTATIONS

Environment Agency – No comments

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan – 1997: Policies GC1, GC3, H13, H14, H15, H17, TR11 and TR16.

Proposed Alterations to the Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan 1997 - Deposit Copy - July 1998 (including Proposed Modifications- November 2000): Policies GC3

ISSUES

1.     In terms of the proposal’s impact upon the amenities of the neighbouring property, No.9, it is considered, given the existing garage in a similar location and the fact that the neighbouring property is set to the rear of No.7, that the proposal should not have an impact that would lead to such a significant reduction in amenity for the neighbouring property that would sustain a refusal.

2.     The design of the extension is considered acceptable with no objections raised in terms of its impact upon the street scene or its relationship with the existing dwelling and its site.

3.     The existing floorspace of the dwelling exceeds 120m2, no objections under Policies TR11 and TR16.

RECOMMENDATION: Conditional permission

Subject to the following conditions

(1) C108 General Time Limit

(2) C431 Materials of Development to Match Those of Existing Building

(3) C174A No additional windows in south-western elevation of extension.

(4) C306 Garage Not to be Converted to be Part of Dwelling

2001/537/CH

Case Officer:      Geoffrey Hugall

Date Received:     02/04/01     Decide by Date:     27/05/01

Parish:     Latimer     Ward:     Ashley Green & Latimer

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR C SCOTT

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Green Belt settlement GB4

Within Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Unclassified road

Area of Special Advertisement Control

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

THE APPLICATION

The application involves the erection of two-storey side and rear extensions and a part two-storey part single storey front extension incorporation a garage.

The existing two-storey projection on the western elevation would be extended forwards by 2.15m to within 0.1m of the front elevation, the pitched roof over would also be extended with an eaves height to match the existing and with a ridge height 0.2m below that of the main ridge.  The existing chimney stack would be removed front its existing location and replaced with one on this elevation.

The main extensions are on the opposite side of the dwelling, adjacent to the open space towards Spring Close.  In effect the existing single storey garage would be replaced with a living room and in doing so would be extended by 0.3m to the rear with a 1.8m deep conservatory further to the rear, the conservatory would be 4.5m in width.  Also to the rear of the kitchen it is proposed to add a single storey extension 2.3m deep and 3.7m in width to align with the proposed rear elevation of the living room.  Towards the front it is proposed to replace the existing garage with one further forward.  This would be located 5.5m in front of the main front elevation as existing and would be stepped in by 1.8mto allow for the angle of the boundary.  It is proposed to add a first floor over the proposed garage area and also the new living room (the existing garage) to the side.  The roof over the living room would have the main ridge extended across (by 5.4m) with a projecting gable to the rear (ridge length of 5.4m) and also to the front (8.55m long ridge).  A further ground floor extension would project 2.3m forward of the existing front elevation and would be 6.9m in width joining with the proposed front garage extension.

REPRESENTATIONS

Two letters received noting –

1.     No objections to the building per se, but would object if the extension required the felling of any trees on communal ground, either during the actual building works or at a later stage.

2.     A number of residents on Parkfield have found that the proximity of trees may present a risk to their property.  Extending the property towards the trees adjacent to 15 The Grove may raise this as an issue, either immediately or at a later stage.  It may be the case that there is protection against felling of the trees.  I would object if any tree felling was required.

3.     No objections to the extension over the existing garage or the extension to the sides or rear of the property.

4.     The changes proposed to the front of the property would not be in keeping with other property of a similar age on the estate.  We feel that the changes to windows and front facing appearance to be too modern a design for such a property.

CONSULTATIONS

District Forestry Officer –

Front extension about 1.5m from large sycamore

     Both branch and root damage

     Likely to be significant branch removal

Side extension close to large hornbeam

     Some branch trimming

     Dense crown with branching close to extension

Likely to be future problems/concerns with both trees with proximity to roof/shading etc

     Both useful amenity trees on communal open space

     Significant surgery would harm appearance and amenity value of trees

Concerned about proximity to trees

Suggest extending refusal reason to include something like:

The proposed extensions are also very close to two trees and would involve damage to both branches and roots, with the likelihood of further problems in the future due to the proximity of the trees. The proposal is therefore contrary to...     

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, GB12, LSQ1, H11, H13, H14, H15, H16, H17, TR11, TR16,  

Proposed Alterations to the Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan 1997 - Deposit Copy - July 1998 (including Proposed Modifications- November 2000): Policy GC3.

ISSUES

1.     It is not considered that any objection could be made with regard to the impact of the extensions upon the amenities of the neighbouring properties.  In this respect the dwelling at No.16 would be most affected with the two-storey extension on that elevation, a situation exacerbated by No.15 being situated forward of No.16.  However, it is not considered that this would result in an extension that would be unacceptably overbearing.  To the rear there is sufficient screening to prevent any loss of amenity for the occupiers of those properties.

2.     It is considered that the main issue is the proposal’s impact upon the street scene and the possible harm that may occur to the adjacent trees.  In this respect reference has been made to other applications, including appeal decisions, that have occurred in The Grove.  Of concern is the resultant width of the proposed dwelling in context of both its plot and the street scene.  Bearing in mind the exceptions contained in Policy H11 with regard to first floor extensions and the distances to the boundary, it is considered that a dwelling with a ridge length of approximately 18.5m (21.5m if the western elevation’s extension are included), a situation exacerbated by the front garage extension of 5.5m (over both first and ground floors) in front of the existing dwelling’s front elevation, would result in a dwelling out of character with the scale of other properties in the locality and would result in a detrimental impact upon the street scene.  The impact upon the street scene would be exacerbated by the necessity to remove branches from the large tree close to the front elevation of the proposed garage.

3.     No objections are raised under Policies TR11 and TR16, sufficient car parking provision is provided within the site.

4.     The following recommendation is made having regard to the above and also to the content of the Human Rights Act 1998.

RECOMMENDATION: Refuse permission

For the following reasons

(1)  The proposed extensions would result in a dwelling that would appear excessively wide in relation to both its plot and the character of the locality, a situation exacerbated by the extent of the forward projection of 5.5m by the front extension.  This would result in a dwelling that would appear out of character with the street scene and would effectively fill the width of the plot to the detriment of the character of the locality.  The proposed extensions are also very close to two trees and would involve damage to both branches and roots, with the likelihood of further problems in the future due to the proximity of the trees.  The proposal is therefore contrary to Polices GC1, GC4, H11, H13, H15 and H16 of the Adopted Chiltern District Council Local Plan 1997.

2001/549/CH

Case Officer:      Neil Higson

Date Received:     03/04/01     Decide by Date:     28/05/01

Parish:     Chalfont St Peter     Ward:     Chalfont Common

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MS MARTHESE ATTARD

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Built-up area other than Local Plan Policy  H2 or H4

Unclassified road

THE APPLICATION

It is proposed to demolish the existing single garage attached to the southern elevation of the dwelling and replace it with a two-storey/single storey side extension measuring 4.5m wide at ground floor level for a depth of 7m before stepping in for the final 5.1m in depth. The two-storey element would be 4.15m wide by 10.2m deep to the same height and running at 900 to that of the existing house hipped to the side elevation.

An existing single storey pitched roof rear projection on the western (rear) elevation of the property would be extended in width by 2.4m and depth by 2.2m and a first floor constructed above with a gable to the rear elevation.

A porch measuring 2.7m wide by 1.1m deep with a mono-pitch roof would also be constructed to the existing front entrance.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objection.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan – 1997: Policies GC1, GC3, H11, H13, H14, H15, H16, H17, TR2, TR11 and TR16.

ISSUES

1)     The application site is located within a built up residential area whereby the proposal is acceptable in principle subject to compliance with the relevant policies of the local plan.

2)     The style and design of the proposed extension is considered acceptable in terms of relating to the existing dwelling and there will be no material adverse visual impact upon neighbouring dwellings. It is considered that the proposed extensions would not appear cramped or incongruous in the street scene. The proposal therefore meets the requirements of GC1, GC3, H11, H13, H14, H15, H16 and H17.

3)     The extensions would respect the scale and proportions of the existing dwelling in relation to neighbouring properties and would not be out of character with the surrounding area.

4)     The site provides parking for vehicles within the curtilage of the property in accordance with the Council’s standards. No objection under Policies TR11 and TR16.

5)     The following recommendation is made having regard to the above and also to the content of the Human Rights Act 1998.

RECOMMENDATION: Conditional permission

Subject to the following conditions

(1) C108 General Time Limit

(2) C178 Obscure glass in first floor window in southern elevation.

(3) C174A No additional windows in first floor of either flank elevation of extensions.

(4) C306 Garage Not to be Converted to be Part of Dwelling

(5) C431 Materials of Development to Match Those of Existing Building

2001/561/CH

Case Officer:      Andrew Fuller

Date Received:     05/04/01     Decide by Date:     30/05/01

Parish:     Chesham Bois     Ward:     Chesham Bois & Weedon

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS C BAGOT

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Chesham Bois Conservation Area

Established Residential Area of Special Character - Local Plan Policy H4

Unclassified road

THE APPLICATION

A single storey rear extension continuing the existing single storey rear portion of the property by 2.4m and 5.25m wide (the full width of the projection) capped with a fake hipped roof at 3.7m.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objection.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies  GC1, H4, H13, H14, H15, H17, CA1, TR11 and TR16.

Proposed Alterations to the Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan 1997 - Deposit Copy - July 1998 (including Proposed Modifications- November 2000): Policies GC3.

ISSUES

1.     The application is to the far rear side of a late Victorian detached property on the corner of Green Lane in Chesham Bois where it will be largely concealed from the Conservation Area and Established Residential Area of Special Character by a 1.8m mature hedge. As such the structure will not have a great impact on the aesthetic quality of the area in accordance with CA1, GC1, H4 and H15.

2.     The neighbours to the north east are set back beyond a 1.5m lattice fence which is 1.1m from the flank wall of the proposal. Although the extension will be visible from this neighbours private amenity space its depth is not detrimental to their privacy. Furthermore the fake hipped roof, which will extend across the existing flat roofed single storey projection will not be so high as to limit light to these neighbours or impact on the enjoyment of their property so as to contravene Policy GC3, H13 and H14 of the Local Plan.

3.     The floor space of the existing property already exceeds 120sq.m. and as such the single integral garage and single car forecourt leading to it is sufficient under Local Plan Policy TR11 and TR16.

4.     The following recommendation is made having regard to the above and also to the content of the Human Rights Act 1998.

RECOMMENDATION: Conditional permission

Subject to the following conditions

(1) C108 General Time Limit

(2) C431 Materials of Development to Match Those of Existing Building

(3) C174 No additional windows in north eastern elevation of extension

2001/564/CH

Case Officer:      Iwan Jones

Date Received:     05/04/01     Decide by Date:     30/05/01

Parish:     Amersham - Little Chalfont     Ward:     Little Chalfont

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      J H LITTLER

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Built-up area other than Local Plan Policy  H2 or H4

Adjoining Green Belt

Unclassified road

THE APPLICATION

The application entails numerous aspects which includes the proposed construction of:

1.     Two storey bay windows on rear elevation measuring 3.1m wide, 0.8m deep and 5.4m high.

2.     A rear conservatory measuring 5.4m wide, 3.5m deep and to a maximum lean-to roof height of 4m. It would infill the south eastern end corner of the property.

3.     Three first floor bay windows on front elevation measuring 2.1m wide and 0.6m deep.

4.     A single storey front extension utilising the whole width of the existing dwelling, measuring 3.2 deep and to a lean-to roof height of 4m. The existing front flat roof pantry, hall and shower room would be demolished.

5.     A first floor side extension that would be subordinate to the existing height of the dwelling by 0.7m, measuring 2.7m wide, 4.2m deep. It would have a pitched roof.

6.     A pitched roof over the existing garage to a height of 5m.

TOWN COUNCIL

Recommend approval.

REPRESENTATIONS

One letter of objection has been received from the occupiers of the neighbouring property No. 108 submitting the following comments:

1.     Excessive height of new pitch roof over existing garage will reduce existing natural light levels to front and entrance area of their property.

2.     Erection of new conservatory will increase existing noise levels to the entrance area of their property.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, H13, H14, H15, H16, H17, TR11 and TR16

Proposed Alterations to the Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan 1997 - Deposit Copy - July 1998 (including Proposed Modifications- November 2000): Policy GC3

ISSUES

1.     The application site is located within the built up area of Little Chalfont where there are no objections in principle to the proposed development subject to compliance with the relevant local plan policies.

2.     The single storey front extension would replace existing flat roof elements to the front of the dwelling. It is considered that the proposed front extension would be an improvement to the existing front elevation and its depth is considered to be acceptable. It is considered that the visual aspect of the property within the street scene would be enhanced. The construction of a pitched roof to the garage would also contribute in achieving this. No objection raised in terms of Policy H13(ii).

3.     The height of the proposed pitched roof of the garage is not considered to be excessive, in fact it is considered to be acceptable having regard to the way that it would complement the design and height of the other elements of the application. Having regard also to the screening on the boundary with No.108 and to the distance between the garage and neighbouring property it is not considered that any part of the proposal would be detrimental to the amenities of this neighbouring property. No objections raised in terms of Policies GC2, GC3, H13(i) and H14.

4.     The scale, height and design of each aspect of the application is considered to be in keeping with the existing dwelling and would enhance its visual appearance. No objection raised in terms of Policies GC1 and H15.

5.     Ample parking space is provided. No objection raised in terms of Policies TR11 and TR16.

6.     The following recommendation is made having regard to the above and also to the content of the Human Rights Act 1998.

RECOMMENDATION: Conditional permission

Subject to the following conditions

(1) C108 General Time Limit

(2) C431 Materials of Development to Match Those of Existing Building

2001/565/CH

Case Officer:      Kathryn York

Date Received:     05/04/01     Decide by Date:     30/05/01

Parish:     Great Missenden     Ward:     Ballinger & South Heath

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS P BASSANO

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Green Belt other than GB4 or GB5 settlement

Within Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Class C Road

Area of Special Advertisement Control

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

AM/1288/61  Garage.  Permitted development.  Implemented.

THE APPLICATION

Proposes part two storey, part single storey side extension including balcony and conservatory, and single storey front extension.  The two-storey side extension measures 5.17m wide x 10.8m deep at ground floor level, and includes a small bay window with balcony above at the rear.  The extension will continue the existing roofline.  A small conservatory measuring 2.2m wide x 3m deep, with a pitched roof 4.2m high, is located on the side of the proposed two-storey side extension.  The application also proposes a small front porch measuring 2.6m wide x 1m deep, with a pitched roof 4m high, and a small porch and covered walkway, measuring 1.2m wide x 6.8m deep, on the side elevation in front of the conservatory

The floorspace of the original dwelling measures 212m sq.  The floorspace of the proposed extension measures 106sq m, representing a 50% increase over and above the floorspace of the original dwelling.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objections.

CONSULTATIONS

Bucks County Council – Archaeological Officer: Scheme is unlikely to have significant archaeological implications.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GC3, GB13, LSQ1, H11, H14, H15, H16, H17, TR11 and TR16.

Proposed Alterations to the Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan 1997 - Deposit Copy - July 1998 (including Proposed Modifications- November 2000): Policies GC3, TR16.

ISSUES

1.     The application site is located in the open Green Belt, wherein domestic extensions may be permissible providing they are subordinate in both size and scale to the original dwelling, are not intrusive in the landscape and maintain the openness of the Green Belt location.  The site is also located within the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

2.     The floorspace of the original dwelling measures 212m sq.  The floorspace of the proposed extension measures 106sq m, representing a 50% increase over and above the floorspace of the original dwelling.  The proposed extension is suitably small scale and subordinate to the original dwelling, and will not have an adverse impact on either the openness of the Green Belt or the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.  No objections are raised in relation to Policies GB13, LSQ1, or H15.

3.     There are no neighbouring properties in the immediate vicinity of the application site, and therefore no objections are raised in this respect.

4.     Adequate parking space exists within the curtilage of the site to meet the Council’s parking standards, and therefore no objections are raised in relation to Policies TR11 and TR16.

5.     The following recommendation is made having regard to the above and also to the content of the Human Rights Act 1998.

RECOMMENDATION: Conditional permission

Subject to the following conditions

(1) C108 General Time Limit

(2) C431 Materials of Development to Match Those of Existing Building

(3) This permission shall relate to the submitted application form and plan as subsequently part amended by an unumbered plan received by the Local Planning Authority on 14/05/01.

Reason: For the avoidance of doubt as to what is permitted and because you have so agreed in writing.

2001/569/CH

Case Officer:      Iwan Jones

Date Received:     06/04/01     Decide by Date:     31/05/01

Parish:     Amersham     Ward:     Amersham the Hill

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR PERKS

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Built-up area other than Local Plan Policy  H2 or H4

Unclassified road

Thames Water - groundwater protection zone

THE APPLICATION

The application relates to the erection of a part two storey, part single storey rear extension. The two storey extension would be flush with the existing western flank elevation and the single storey extension flush with the eastern flank elevation. Both extensions would measure 3.4m deep. The two storey extension would have a hipped roof height of 7.3m with the single storey extension consisting of a lean to roof to a maximum height of 3.9m. All external materials would match those of the existing dwelling.  

TOWN COUNCIL

Recommend approval.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, H13, H14, H15, H16, H17, TR11 and TR16.

Proposed Alterations to the Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan 1997 - Deposit Copy - July 1998 (including Proposed Modifications- November 2000): Policy GC3.

ISSUES

1.     The application site lies within the built up area of Amersham where there are no objections in principle to the proposed development subject to compliance with the relevant local plan policies.

2.     The proposal would no have no impact upon the appearance of the street scene as it would be sited to the rear of the property. No objection raised in terms of Policy H13(ii).

3.     Although the neighbouring property No. 40 has a window on the rear elevation at first floor level near side to the proposed two storey extension and a window at first floor level in the eastern flank elevation, it is not considered, having regard to the depth of the proposed extension that it would have an overbearing impact upon this property and significantly reduce further the amount of light currently received by these windows. No objection raised in terms of Policies GC2 and H14 (i) and H14(ii).

4.     The siting, scale, height and design of the extensions are considered acceptable as regards respecting the amenities of the neighbouring properties and being in keeping with the existing dwelling. No objections raised in terms of Policies GC1, GC3, H13(i), H14, H15, H16, and H17.

5.     The existing gross floor area of the dwelling is 107sq m. The proposed extensions would increase this to beyond 120sq m. The site only provides two parking spaces. Where the gross floor area of a dwelling exceeds 120sq m, three parking spaces need to be provided. It is therefore considered necessary to impose a condition on any planning permission granted that the development shall not commence until a plan showing an additional parking space within the curtilage is submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority.

6.     The following recommendation is made having regard to the above and also to the content of the Human Rights Act 1998.

RECOMMENDATION: Conditional permission

Subject to the following conditions

(1) C108 General Time Limit

(2) C431 Materials of Development to Match Those of Existing Building

(3) C173A  No additional windows in first floor of eastern and western elevations of extension

(4) The extension hereby permitted shall not be occupied or brought into use until three parking spaces have been provided within the curtilage of the site in a accordance with a plan that shall previoulsy be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority.

Reason: To ensure that adequate and satisfactory provision is made for the parking of vehicles clear of the highway.

2001/570/CH

Case Officer:      James Chatfield

Date Received:     06/04/01     Decide by Date:     31/05/01

Parish:     Chalfont St Peter     Ward:     Austenwood

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS C NORTH

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Established Residential Area of Special Character - Local Plan Policy H4

Unclassified road

Northolt Airfield safeguarding zone

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

00/0798/CH     Conversion of garage to living accommodation with front bay window. Approved.

00/1183/CH     Detached double garage at front of property. Refused, garage would appear visually intrusive.

THE APPLICATION

Scheme seeks to provide a garage at the front of the site. The garage is to have a floor area of 5.2m x 5.4m and is to reach a height to ridge of 3.8m. The garage considered under application 00/798/CH had a floor area of  5.2m x 6m and reached a height to ridge of 3.8m.

PARISH COUNCIL

Objection as double garage at front of property would spoil the street scene.

REPRESENTATIONS

Two letters of objection, noting,

1     Will set precedent,

2     Disruption from contractor’s vehicles,

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GC3, H13, H15, H20, TR11, and TR16.

ISSUES

1     The proposed garage is little different to the garage refused under application 00/1183/CH with the only difference relating to the reduction of its width by 0.6m. The distance to the front boundary and the height of the garage remains as previously refused. The proposed changes to the scheme are considered to be minimal and would have little effect on the appearance of the garage within the street scene. Objection is again raised in street scene terms.

2     No objections are raised in terms of neighbour amenity or highway issues.

3     The following recommendation is made having regard to the above and also to the content of the Human Rights Act 1998.

RECOMMENDATION: Refuse permission

For the following reasons

(1) The proposed garage by reason of its size and very close proximity to the front site boundary would appear as a visually intrusive feature in the street scene adversely affecting the character and appearance of the area. As such the proposed scheme is contrary to Policies GC1 and H20 of the Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan.

2001/571/CH

Case Officer:      Neil Higson

Date Received:     06/04/01     Decide by Date:     31/05/01

Parish:     Seer Green     Ward:     Seer Green & Jordans

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS T COX

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Built-up area other than Local Plan Policy  H2 or H4

Unclassified road

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

00/1150/CH     First floor and single storey side extensions and single storey rear extension. Permission.

01/0261/CH     First floor and single storey side extensions and single storey rear extension. (Amendment to Planning permission 00/1150/CH). Permission.

THE APPLICATION

The application seeks permission for a wall/fence constructed to the eastern boundary along the line of the back of footpath to Drovers Way. The wall/fence would consist of 6 brick piers 325mm x 325mm and 1.9m high with vertical feather edged boarding between the piers. The wall/fence would be 11.3m in length before dropping to a dwarf wall across the splay of the corner.     

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan – 1997: Policies GC1 and GC3.

ISSUES

1.     The application site is located within a residential area where there are no objections to the proposed development in principle, subject to compliance with the relevant local policies.

2.     Work has been continuing on site primarily in accordance with the previous approval, 00/1150/CH for various extensions. A line of brick piers have also been erected but to date without the in-fill panels between. As the overall height of the wall/fence will be over 1m in height adjacent to the highway they require planning permission for their retention.

3.     This application seeks permission for the retention of the piers and the insertion of the vertical feather edged boarding between them. There would be no adverse visual affect in the street scene or unacceptable impact on neighbouring properties. The wall/fence would comply with the relevant policies relating to the general design of development throughout the district.

4.     The following recommendation is made having regard to the above and also to the content of the Human Rights Act 1998.

RECOMMENDATION: Conditional permission

Subject to the following conditions

(1) C432 Materials - As on Plan or Subsequently Specified

2001/573/CH

Case Officer:      Geoffrey Hugall

Date Received:     06/04/01     Decide by Date:     31/05/01

Parish:     Chalfont St Peter     Ward:     Austenwood

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR OTRIMBLE AND MISS WILKINSON

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Established Residential Area of Special Character - Local Plan Policy H4

Unclassified road

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

AM/54/57     Garage, permitted development.

99/0116/CH     Two-storey side extension, conditional permission granted.

THE APPLICATION

The proposed replacement rear conservatory is to project 2.6m to the rear and would be 3.3m in width, it would be approximately 3.6m in height.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objections.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, H13, H14, 1H5, H17, TR11 and TR16.

Proposed Alterations to the Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan 1997 - Deposit Copy - July 1998 (including Proposed Modifications- November 2000): Policy GC3.

ISSUES

1.     No objections are raised to either the proposal’s impact upon the street scene or its impact upon the neighbouring properties.

2.     No adverse car parking issues arise.

3.     The following recommendation is made having regard to the above and also to the content of the Human Rights Act 1998.

RECOMMENDATION: Conditional permission

Subject to the following conditions

(1) C108 General Time Limit

(2) C431 Materials of Development to Match Those of Existing Building

2001/574/CH

Case Officer:      Thomas Gabriel

Date Received:     06/04/01     Decide by Date:     31/05/01

Parish:     Great Missenden - Prestwood     Ward:     Prestwood

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR WOOD

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Built-up area other than Local Plan Policy  H2 or H4

Within Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Unclassified road

THE APPLICATION

The application is for a single storey rear extension, measuring 3.7m deep by 6.2m wide. It is to have a pitched roof, 3.8m high to the top of the pitch.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objections.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan – 1997: Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, LSQ1, H13, H14, H15, H17, TR11 and TR16.

Proposed Alterations to the Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan 1997 - Deposit Copy - July 1998 (including Proposed Modifications- November 2000): Policy GC3.

ISSUES

1     The application site is located within the built up area of Prestwood where there are no objections to the proposed development in principle, subject to compliance with the relevant local plan policies.

2     The proposed extension, sited at the rear of the dwelling, will not have any adverse impacts for the neighbouring dwellings or the street scene. It will not introduce any overlooking and will respect the scale and proportions of the existing dwelling. No objections are raised in terms of Policies GC3, H13, H14 or H15.

3     Located within the built up area of Prestwood, the extension will not detract from the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. No objections are raised in terms of Policy LSQ1.

4     The floorspace of the dwelling already exceeds 120sq. m. No objections are raised in terms of Policies TR11 or TR16.

5     The following recommendation is made having regard to the above and also to the content of the Human Rights Act 1998.

RECOMMENDATION: Conditional permission

Subject to the following conditions

(1) C108 General Time Limit

(2) C431 Materials of Development to Match Those of Existing Building

(3) C134 Single plan amended by plan (no 2045/01 1A) received on 23 April 2001

2001/576/CH

Case Officer:      Kathryn York

Date Received:     06/04/01     Decide by Date:     31/05/01

Parish:     Great Missenden     Ward:     Ballinger & South Heath

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS CAMP

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Green Belt settlement GB5

Within Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Unclassified road

Area of Special Advertisement Control

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

94/0362/CH  Alterations, single storey rear extension and two storey side/front extension.  Permitted and implemented.

96/1128/CH  First floor rear extension.  Refused: overlooking to neighbouring property.

97/0354/CH  Alterations and first floor rear extension.  Permitted and implemented.

THE APPLICATION

Proposes single storey rear extension measuring 3.8m wide x 2.15m deep, with a pitched roof 3.6m high; first floor side/two storey front extension consisting mainly of an extension to an existing two storey side extension, resulting in a side elevation measuring 11.2m deep x 4.2m wide at both ground and first floor level, and continuing the height of the existing roofline; single storey front extension extending across the front elevation and measuring a maximum of 4m deep, with a sloping roof 3.4m high; two storey side extension incorporating replacement garage measuring 5.6m wide at ground floor level by 8.8m deep, with a pitched roof 6.4m high.  Two dormer windows are also proposed in the side elevation of the garage facing onto the rest of the property.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objections.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, GB12, H11, H13, H14, H15, H16, TR11 and TR16.

Proposed Alterations to the Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan 1997 - Deposit Copy - July 1998 (including Proposed Modifications- November 2000): Policies GC3, TR16.

ISSUES

1.     The application site is located in a Green Belt settlement in South Heath, where there are no objections to the proposed development in principle subject to compliance with the relevant local plan policies.  The site is also located within the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

2.     The proposed window at first floor level in the rear elevation will overlook the rear garden of ‘Lanterns’, however as this only serves a bathroom, then this objection can be overcome with the use of obscure glass in this window.  Additional windows are proposed at first floor level in the flank elevation facing ‘Maundown’, ‘Penngrave House’, and ‘Lanterns’, however there are two large first floor windows currently facing these properties.  As such any overlooking to these properties will be no worse than existing, and therefore no objections are raised in this respect.

3.     The two-storey front extension incorporating replacement garage is sited less than 1m from the boundary.  However, the extension is continuing an existing two storey flank elevation wall, and there are no properties on the other side of the boundary fence, immediately adjacent to the property, the adjacent site being a mushroom farm.  No objections are raised in relation to Policies H11 and H16.

4.     The main bulk of the extension is located on the front elevation of the property, which is not visible from Marriots Avenue.  The property is set some distance from the road, and it is not considered that there will be an adverse impact on either the street scene, or the surrounding Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.  The design of the proposed extensions is considered acceptable in relation to the existing dwelling.  No objections are raised in relation to Policies GC1, GB12, H13, and H15.

5.     More than three parking spaces exist within the curtilage of the site.  No objections are raised in relation to Policies TR11 and TR16.

6.     The following recommendation is made having regard to the above and also to the content of the Human Rights Act 1998.

RECOMMENDATION: Conditional permission

Subject to the following conditions

(1) C108 General Time Limit

(2) C431 Materials of Development to Match Those of Existing Building

(3) The window in the south east elevation of the development hereby approved shall be fixed shut and shall not be glazed other than with obscured glass, at any time.

Reason: To protect the amenities and privacy of the adjoining property.

2001/579/CH

Case Officer:      James Chatfield

Date Received:     09/04/01     Decide by Date:     03/06/01

Parish:     Chalfont St Peter     Ward:     Austenwood

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR B S PADDA c/o agent

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Conservation Area setting affected

Built-up area other than Local Plan Policy  H2 or H4

Class C Road

Northolt Airfield safeguarding zone

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

99/1673/CH     Change of use from shop and residential to single residential dwelling, extension to dormer window in west side and dormer extension in east side. Refused: loss of local shop, unable to demonstrate shop no longer commercially viable, and visually dominant appearance of the dormer windows. Appeal dismissed.

99/1970/CH     Change of use from shop and residential to single dwelling and dormer extension in east side and 1.5m high front boundary wall. Refused; loss of local shop, insufficient information submitted to demonstrate insufficient market demand for the shop. Appeal dismissed (2 May 2000).

00/0245/CH     Change of use of part of ground floor from retail (Class A1) to use as hot food takeaway and delivery service (Class A3) and dormer extension in east side elevation. Refused; loss of local shop, inadequate on site parking, and adverse effect on amenities enjoyed by neighbours from takeaway use.

00/0994/CH     Change of use of ground floor to retail (use Class A1) and hot food takeaway and delivery service (Use Class A3), dormer extension on west side and new dormer on east side elevation. Refused- noise and disturbance to neighbouring residents, loss of local shop, adverse effect of dormers on character of the area.

00/1765/CH     Change of use from shop and residential to single dwelling and 1.5m high front boundary wall. Approved.

THE APPLICATION

The existing gable ended ridge roof is to be extended to form a mansard.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objection.

REPRESENTATIONS

Two letters of objection from neighbouring residents noting,

1     Proposed mansard roof is a bad design totally out of keeping with the surrounding properties and would block even more natural light from windows in Ninewells and would lead to possible future applications for the insertion of windows,

2     Seems determined to get a quart into a pint pot,

3     Loss of light to neighbouring property Montrose.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, H13, H14, H15, TR11, and TR16.

ISSUES

1     In dismissing the previous appeal on the site, which included the provision of a dormer on the eastern elevation the Inspector noted that, ‘the proximity of the appeal building to the adjoining dwelling at number 3 means that the amenity and outlook from this dwelling are particularly sensitive to any changes to this side of the shop. I consider therefore that this new dormer window proposed would, even without windows, have an overbearing and oppressive effect on the outlook from number 3.’ The proposed mansard roof would extend outwards a distance of 1.2m from the existing roof slope, the same distance as the dormer window proposed under application 99/1970/CH. Whilst the proposed mansard roof would not reach the same height as the proposed dormer window it would be wider. It is considered that the comments made by the Inspector are relevant and the further extension of the eastern flank of the building would be visually intrusive to the neighbouring property Ninewells.

2     The proposed roof although different to the existing building is not considered to be unattractive in itself. However it is considered that the further increase in the bulk of the first floor area in close proximity to the front boundary of the site, further forward than neighbouring properties, would result in the building appearing visually intrusive in the street scene and therefore would also have an adverse effect on the setting of the adjoining conservation area.  

3     It is not considered that the proposed extensions would result in neighbouring properties suffering from any further loss of light not would result in any further levels of overlooking.

4     No further parking implications arise.

5     The following recommendation is made having regard to the above and also to the content of the Human Rights Act 1998.

RECOMMENDATION: Refuse permission

For the following reasons

(1) The proposed extensions, by reason of the close proximity of the eastern elevation with the front garden of the neighbouring property Ninewells would appear  overbearing and visually intrusive to the occupants of this neighbouring property adversely affecting their outlook and residential amenity. The proposed scheme is therefore contrary to Policies GC3, H13 and H14 of the Adopted Chiltern District Council Local Plan.

(2) The proposed scheme would result in a significant increase in the overall bulk of the building at first floor level. In view of the position of the building so close to the front site boundary forward of the neighbouring properties the proposed extensions would result in the building appearing overbearing and visually intrusive in the street scene adversely affecting the character of the area and the setting of the adjoining Conservation Area. The proposed scheme is contrary to Policies GC1, H13 and CA2 of the Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan.

2001/581/CH

Case Officer:      Iwan Jones

Date Received:     09/04/01     Decide by Date:     03/06/01

Parish:     Great Missenden - Prestwood     Ward:     Prestwood

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR W F TRAFFORD

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Built-up area other than Local Plan Policy  H2 or H4

Within Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Unclassified road

THE APPLICATION

The application relates to the erection of a single storey rear extension. It would measure 4.3m wide, 5.35m deep and to a pitched roof height of 4m. It would be built flush with the existing eastern elevation. A chimney would form part of the proposal measuring 4.4m in height. An existing flat corrugated roof conservatory would be demolished. All external materials would match existing.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objections.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GC3, LSQ1, H13, H14, H15, H17, TR11 and TR16.

Proposed Alterations to the Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan 1997 - Deposit Copy - July 1998 (including Proposed Modifications- November 2000): Policy GC3

ISSUES

1.     The application site lies within the built up area of Prestwood where there are no objections in principle to the proposed development subject to compliance with the relevant local plan policies. The site is also located within the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

2.     As the property is surrounded by existing residential development no objection is raised in relation to Policy LSQ1.

3.     The design, materials, and overall appearance of the proposed extension are considered to respect the scale, proportions and other features of the existing dwelling. Furthermore, the extension would not be visible in the street scene. No objections raised in terms of Policies GC1, H13(ii) and H15.

4.     The proposal would mirror that of the identical rear extension that the neighbouring property No.13 has built. Subsequently, it is considered that the extension would have no impact upon the amenities of this property. Having regard also to the proposed siting of the extension and to the screening on the western boundary, it would not either impact upon the amenities of No.17. No objections raised in terms of Polices GC3, H13(ii) and H14.   

5.     As the proposed extension would not increase the gross floor area of the dwelling to beyond 120sq m, no objection is raised in terms of Policies TR11 and TR16.

6.     The following recommendation is made having regard to the above and also to the content of the Human Rights Act 1998.

RECOMMENDATION: Conditional permission

Subject to the following conditions

(1) C108 General Time Limit

(2) C431 Materials of Development to Match Those of Existing Building

2001/583/CH

Case Officer:      Tony Clements

Date Received:     09/04/01     Decide by Date:     03/06/01

Parish:     Amersham     Ward:     Amersham Town

App Type:     Application for Listed Building Consent

Applicant:      JOHN LARKIN

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Amersham Old Town Conservation Area

Shopping Area-not PSF-Proposed Alterations S1(delete Prestwood East)

Shopping area - not Principal Shopping Frontage

Ground floor residential use Amersham Old town and Chalfont St Giles

Traffic calming scheme for Amersham Old Town

Class C Road

Area of Special Advertisement Control

Thames Water - groundwater protection zone

Grade 2 Listed Building

THE APPLICATION

Listed building application for the retention of an oval shaped non-illuminated projecting sign 2.76m above the level of the footway and projecting a maximum of 0.86m from the face of the building.  The sign is plastic.

CONSULTATIONS

Historic Buildings Officer: No objections.

POLICIES

The Adopted Buckinghamshire County Structure Plan 1991 – 2011: Policies HE1.

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, A1, LB1, CA1.

ISSUES

1.     The projecting sign is in place at the right hand end of the fascia and may be displayed with deemed consent under the Advertisement Regulations 1992, however as the premises is a Grade II listed building consent is required under separate legislation.

2.     The Council’s Historic Buildings Officer has not raised objection to the sign and therefore it is considered appropriate to grant consent for its retention on the basis that it causes no harm to the historic or architectural significance of the building .

3.     The following recommendation is made having regard to the above and also to the content of the Human Rights Act 1998.

RECOMMENDATION: Unconditional consent (adverts, listed buildings & conservation area consent)

2001/584/CH

Case Officer:      Thomas Gabriel

Date Received:     09/04/01     Decide by Date:     03/06/01

Parish:     Great Missenden - Prestwood     Ward:     Prestwood

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS A P MASON

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Built-up area other than Local Plan Policy  H2 or H4

Established Residential Area of Special Character - Local Plan Policy H4

Within Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Unclassified road

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

AM/475/66   Garage. Conditional permission – implemented.

CH/1744/84   Extension to garage. Conditional permission – implemented.

90/1392/CH   Construction of new roof over bungalow to form two storey dwelling, a new roof over the garage and increase the height of the chimney. Conditional permission – implemented.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objections.

THE APPLICATION

The application is for a two storey side extension incorporating replacement garage and a new roof over the existing single storey rear projection. The ground floor element of the side extension is to measure 7.3m deep by 5.25m wide. The first floor element is to measure 7.8m deep by 5.25m wide. The extension is to be part hipped and will continue the existing roof height of 7.05m, creating a new ridge length of 14.8m. The new roof over the existing single storey rear projection is to continue the sloping roof of the first floor element of the extension.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, LSQ1, H11, H13, H14, H15, H16, H18, TR11 and TR16.

Proposed Alterations to the Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan 1997 - Deposit Copy - July 1998 (including Proposed Modifications- November 2000): Policy GC3.

ISSUES

1.     The application site is located within the built up area of Prestwood where there are no objections to the proposed development in principle, subject to compliance with the relevant local plan policies.

2.     Though it is to be a large addition to the dwelling, it is not considered that the two storey side extension incorporating a replacement garage will be of significant detriment to the occupiers of the neighbouring dwelling, Squirrels Leap. The extension is to be sited 2.7m from the boundary with this property, and though the rear building line of Hollydene at first floor level extends to the rear of Squirrels Leap by between 4 and 5m, the two dwellings are angled away from each other. The effect of this is to reduce the impact of the extension to an acceptable level. It is noted that there is a rear conservatory at Squirrels Leap, however it is not considered that the extension will appear overbearing when viewed from this conservatory. The extension, with a part hipped roof, will not result in a significant degree of overshadowing of Squirrels Leap. The extension will not impact upon the other neighbouring dwellings, will respect the scale and proportions of the existing dwelling and will not detract from the street scene. No objections are raised in terms of Policies GC3, H13, H14 or H15.  

3.     The front and rear dormer windows of the extension respect the scale and proportions of, and the existing windows in, the roofslopes of the dwelling. The degree of overlooking to nos.9 and 10 Laurel Close will increase to a small degree only. This is not considered to be detrimental to the amenities of the occupiers of those dwellings. No objections are raised in terms of Policies H14 (iii) or H18.

4.     The new roof over the existing single storey rear projection will not impact upon the neighbouring dwellings. No objections are raised to it.

5.     Located within the built up area of Prestwood, the extension will not detract from the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. No objections are raised in terms of Policy LSQ1.

6.     The floorspace of the dwelling already exceeds 120sq. m. No objections are raised in terms of Policies TR11 or TR16.

7.     The following recommendation is made having regard to the above and also to the content of the Human Rights Act 1998.

RECOMMENDATION: Conditional permission

Subject to the following conditions

(1) C108 General Time Limit

(2) C431 Materials of Development to Match Those of Existing Building

(3) C174A No additional windows in first floor of north east elevation of extension.

2001/590/CH

Case Officer:      Andrew Fuller

Date Received:     09/04/01     Decide by Date:     03/06/01

Parish:     Chalfont St Giles     Ward:     Seer Green & Jordans

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS DUNCAN

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Green Belt settlement GB4

Class C Road

Unclassified road

Area of Special Advertisement Control

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

01/0268/CH   Two storey side, first floor front and roof extension at rear and detached garage with play room over. Withdrawn.

THE APPLICATION

A two storey side extension incorporating garage, first floor front extension and side porch. The scheme is to orientate the front elevation 90 degrees to face west from its current south aspect.

The car port to the west end of the property is to be demolished along with the garage so that the existing 7.8m flank (with long hipped roof down to ground floor) can be bricked up to first floor. Eaves height are to be increased to 5.1m with ridge at 8.5m (1m above the main axis). The bay window on the south elevation will be removed and bricked up flush with the surrounding elevation, while on the same elevation the open canopied entrance to the property will be bricked up forming a 2.1m by 1.7m ground floor infill under an existing slanted roof.

Two additional bays will be constructed beyond the north elevation, each with a roof axis running parallel to the main ridge, falling successively in height. The first is inset by 1m from the east end and 3.9m from the west while being 3.7m in width. The ridge is at 7.5m above ground level with French doors to the east and the new front entrance to the west. The next bay is 12.9m long (overhanging the east end of the previous bay by 0.5m and the west end by 1.5m). The roof here is 6m high topped with a 0.7m cubed dovecote and dormer windows in both end elevations, each 1.4m wide and 2.1m high to their roof-ridges. The integral double garage is located in the west face of this element.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objections.

CONSULTATIONS

District Engineer:

Assuming that the details of the driveway have not changed then there is no objection to the proposal subject to the conditions and informative stipulated for planning Application No. 2001/0268/CH.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GB4, H11, H13, H14, H15, H16, H17, H18, TR11 and TR16.

Proposed Alterations to the Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan 1997 - Deposit Copy - July 1998 (including Proposed Modifications- November 2000): Policy GC3.

ISSUES

1.     The renovation of this property in the GB4 Policy Area of Jordans seeks approval for substantial alterations to its size, orientation, parking and access arrangement.

2.     The scheme extends the property to the north, while reorienting the front elevation to the west, so as to face Wiltons Lane (where the property is accessed) creating rear side private amenity space to the south and east, currently disrupted by the driveway. The area is characterised by large and extremely well spaced properties on substantial plots in the absence of a uniform street scene. As such these modifications to the property and its relationship with the street will not disrupt the character of the neighbourhood. Furthermore the property will not be clearly seen from Wilton Lane or Longbottom Lane (due to dense hedging) and therefore will not be adverse to the Locally Important Landscape Area (Policy LSQ3) or the wider Green Belt beyond.

3.     The scheme marries a 20th century metropolitan style property with a traditional Jordans style building. As this semi-vernacular appearance has no adverse affect on the open and spacious character of the area and is well screened by trees, no objections are raised under Local Plan Policy GC1 and H15.

4.     Although satisfying Local Plan Policy H11 and H16 the extension to the north will reduce the distance to the boundary from 13m to 2m, altering the footprint to be off-set further still towards the northern boundary. Due to the sensitive massing employed in the design (stepping down of three elements with long slopping roofs), this extension will not result in an unacceptable development of the property in close proximity to the boundary.

5.     Although the dormer windows to the front and rear elevation of the property will gain some view over the north boundary fence, it will not be to the detriment of the privacy of the residents of ‘Woodland Cottage’ (the only affected neighbours). As for the size and positioning of these windows, they are considered subordinate on their roof slopes in accordance to Local Plan Policy H18.

6.     The new integral double garage will be 6m wide and 5.9m deep in accordance with Local Plan Policy TR16, while the additional forecourt/turning arrangement accessed by a new entrance will provide sufficient parking spaces to satisfy the above policy TR11.

7.     The following recommendation is made having regard to the above and also to the content of the Human Rights Act 1998.

RECOMMENDATION: Conditional permission

Subject to the following conditions

(1) C108 General Time Limit

(2) C431 Materials of Development to Match Those of Existing Building

(3) C401 Landscaping - plant hedge on western bndy in the existing access & maintain 3m high

(4) C454 Garaging/Parking as specified on plan no. 6165/22A received on 9 April 2001.

(5) C505 Access Layout - Adopted Road : New Access Only

(6) C529 Visibility Splays - new access to highway : 2 metres x 33 metres

(7) C552 Closure of Access in one month; reinstate verge after consulting Div Survyr

(8) C561 Surface Water

(9) C571 Turning Space as on Plan Approved

(1) INFORMATIVE - I253 Need to obtain licence from Local Highway Authority to carry out work       

2001/592/CH

Case Officer:      Iwan Jones

Date Received:     10/04/01     Decide by Date:     04/06/01

Parish:     Chalfont St Giles     Ward:     Chalfont St Giles

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR P FIELD

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Built-up area other than Local Plan Policy  H2 or H4

Class C Road

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

AM/1172/65: Additions. Conditional permission. Implemented.

AM/1731/68: Porch and car port. Conditional permission.

AM/1249/71: Extension to provide two bedrooms. Implemented.

CH/137/75: Alterations and extensions. Conditional permission. Implemented.

88/2520/CH: Alterations, front porch canopy, detached garage and first floor side extension. Conditional permission. Not implemented.

THE APPLICATION

The application relates to the erection of two storey extensions to the front, rear and side (eastern) elevations. A garage would be incorporated into the side extension. The front extension would measure 6.3m wide and 1.2m deep. The side extension would measure 5.9m wide and 8.3m deep. The rear extension would utilise the whole width of the resulting property and would measure 2.1m deep. The rear element would consist of four hipped roofs to the same height as the existing dwelling. The front and side extensions would also consist of hipped roofs to the same height as existing. Existing single storey extensions on the eastern and rear elevations would be demolished. The proposal would also consist of a rear conservatory measuring 3.75m wide, 4.1m deep and 3.6m high. A new vehicular access is also proposed. Part of the existing western elevation would be demolished by 0.9m.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objections.

CONSULTATIONS

Chiltern District Highways Engineer: The existing access to this property has a substandard visibility on both sides due to the presence of hedging on this and adjoining properties. Creating a second access in a location where visibility is substandard would unnecessarily add to the danger and inconvenience to road users in general. Therefore, I recommend refusal on this application.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GC3, H13, H14, H15, H16, H17, TR11 and TR16.

Proposed Alterations to the Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan 1997 - Deposit Copy - July 1998 (including Proposed Modifications- November 2000): Policy GC3.

ISSUES

1.     The application site is located within the built up area of Chalfont St Giles where there are no objections in principle to the proposed development subject to compliance with the relevant local plan policies.

2.     Having regard to the distance of the dwelling from the highway and to the dense screening at the site it is not considered that the proposal would be detrimental to the character and appearance of the street scene. Furthermore, the depth of the front extension would only be 1.2m. No objection raised in terms of Policy H13(ii).

3.     Although the work proposed to the dwelling is considered to be substantial, it would not have any detrimental impact upon the amenities of the neighbouring properties as neither property has any windows on their flank elevations near to the application site. Furthermore, the front and rear elevations would not project beyond those of the neighbouring properties. Excellent screening is also apparent on both side boundaries. No objections raised in terms of Policies GC3, H13(i) and H14.

4.     The side extension would be considered more acceptable should it be set back from the existing front elevation and be subordinate in height to the roof of the existing dwelling. However, having regard to the scale, height and design of the side extension, together with the other works proposed, it is considered that the extensions would be in keeping with the existing dwelling. No objections raised in terms of Policies GC1 and H15.

5.     However, it is noted that the District Highways Engineer objects to the proposal on the grounds of substandard visibility on both sides due to the presence of hedging on this and adjoining properties. The creation of a second access in a location where visibility is substandard would unnecessarily add to the danger and inconvenience to road users in general. Objection is raised in terms of Policy TR2.  

6.     The following recommendation is made having regard to the above and also to the content of the Human Rights Act 1998.

RECOMMENDATION: Refuse permission

For the following reasons

(1) The proposed development is contrary to the requirements of Policy TR2 of the Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan 1997 in that the proposed access is at a point where visibility for drivers of vehicles leaving the site would be substandard. This would unnecessarily add to the danger and inconvenience to road users in general.

2001/594/CH

Case Officer:      Iwan Jones

Date Received:     10/04/01     Decide by Date:     04/06/01

Parish:     Little Missenden - Holmer Green     Ward:     Holmer Green

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS E G JOSEPH

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Built-up area other than Local Plan Policy  H2 or H4

Adjoining Green Belt

Class C Road

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

AM/256/58: Garage. Permitted development. Implemented.

AM/351/69: Additions. Refused.

AM/702/69: Additions. Conditional permission. Implemented.

AM/50/74: Extension. Conditional permission. Implemented.

CH/472/78: Extension of lounge and patio. Conditional permission. Implemented.

86/3038/CH: Single storey front extension. Conditional permission. Implemented.

THE APPLICATION

The application relates to the erection of a conservatory to the rear elevation. It would measure 3.8m wide, 3.4m deep and 3.1m high. The proposed works would result in the 1.8m high evergreen hedge being removed. All external materials would match those of the existing dwelling.  

PARISH COUNCIL

Approve.

REPRESENTATIONS

Occupier of 75 Watchet Lane has no objection provided there is no loss of light to bedroom or bathroom windows, no restriction on view and no loss of privacy.

CONSULTATIONS

Wycombe District Council

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GC3, H13, H14, H15, H17, TR11 and TR16.

Proposed Alterations to the Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan 1997 - Deposit Copy - July 1998 (including Proposed Modifications- November 2000): Policy GC3

ISSUES

1.     The application site lies within the built up area of Holmer Green where there are no objections in principle to the proposed development subject to compliance with the relevant local plan policies.

2.     The design, scale and external materials of the proposed conservatory is considered to be acceptable in relation to the existing dwellinghouse. Furthermore, it would not be detrimental in the street scene. No objections raised in terms of Policies GC1, H13(ii) and H15.

3.     The neighbouring property No.75 is a bungalow and is sited 1m from the boundary with the application site. It is noted that No.75 has two windows on its northern flank elevation, adjacent to the siting of the proposed conservatory. The proposed conservatory would only be 2m away from these windows. The boundary treatment between both properties is a 2m close boarded fence. It is considered that due to the close proximity of the proposed conservatory to these windows an unacceptable level of overlooking would occur. In order to overcome this overlooking, it is considered expedient to impose a condition on any planning permission that may be granted for the proposal for the glazing on the southern elevation to be of the obscured type.  

4.     Sufficient parking space can be provided within the curtilage. No objections raised in terms of Policies TR11 and TR16.

5.     The following recommendation is made having regard to the above and also to the content of the Human Rights Act 1998.

RECOMMENDATION: Conditional permission

Subject to the following conditions

(1) C108 General Time Limit

(2) C431 Materials of Development to Match Those of Existing Building

(3) The five large paned windows below the transom in the south and south western elevations of the development hereby approved shall not be glazed other than with obscured glass, at any time.

Reason: To protect the amenities and privacy of the adjoining property.

2001/598/CH

Case Officer:      Iwan Jones

Date Received:     10/04/01     Decide by Date:     04/06/01

Parish:     Great Missenden - Prestwood     Ward:     Prestwood

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS F R HASSARD

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Built-up area other than Local Plan Policy  H2 or H4

Within Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Unclassified road

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

CH/892/82: Single storey extension. Permitted development. Implemented.

THE APPLICATION

The application relates to the erection of a single storey rear extension. It would measure 9.55m wide and part 1.3m deep, part 4m deep. It would consist of a part mono-pitch, part lean-to roof height of 3.35m. All external materials would match those of the existing building.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objections.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GC3, LSQ1, H13, H14, H15, H17, TR11 and TR16.

Proposed Alterations to the Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan 1997 - Deposit Copy - July 1998 (including Proposed Modifications- November 2000): Policies GC3.

ISSUES

1.     The application site is located within the built up area of Prestwood where there are no objections in principle to the proposed development subject to compliance with the relevant local plan policies.

2.     The proposal would not have any effect upon the street scene as it would be located to the rear of the property. No objection raised as regards Policy H13(ii).

3.     Having regard to the depth, height, siting and design of the proposed extension the amenities of the neighbouring properties would be maintained. Furthermore, the site has excellent screening to the rear and on the boundary with the neighbouring property No.6. No objections raised in terms of Policies GC1, GC3, H13(i) and H14.

4.     As the external materials would match those of the existing dwelling, no objection is raised in terms of Policy H15(ii).  

5.     The proposal would raise no parking implications. No objection raised in terms of Policies TR11 and TR16.

6.     The following recommendation is made having regard to the above and also to the content of the Human Rights Act 1998.

RECOMMENDATION: Conditional permission

Subject to the following conditions

(1) C108 General Time Limit

(2) C431 Materials of Development to Match Those of Existing Building

(3) C176 Obscure glass in single window in south western elevation

2001/603/CH

Case Officer:      Andrew Fuller

Date Received:     11/04/01     Decide by Date:     05/06/01

Parish:     Latimer     Ward:     Ashley Green & Latimer

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS P CHURCHILL

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Green Belt settlement GB5

Unclassified road