Meeting documents

2001/601/CH

Case Officer:      Kathryn York

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

Parish:     Penn - Winchmore Hill     Ward:     Coleshill & Penn Street

App Type:     Application for Listed Building Consent

Applicant:      MR M PATTERSON

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Green Belt settlement GB5

Within Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Unclassified road

Area of Special Advertisement Control

Grade 2 Listed Building

THE APPLICATION

The application is for Listed building Consent for a proposed extension to a Grade II Listed Building.  The proposed extension is to measure a maximum of 5.3m wide x 3.2m deep, with a pitched roof measuring a maximum of 3.05m high.

PARISH COUNCIL

No comment.

CONSULTATIONS

District Historic Buildings Officer: 1, Garden Cottages is one of a pair of cottages within a timber framed and brick building of 17th century date.  It has a side extension, recently permitted, while at the rear is an older flat roofed single storey kitchen addition with a small conservatory attached.  This can be seen only from the rear garden of the property.

The new owner wishes to replace this with a new extension to provide a better kitchen.  It would be slightly larger than the represent structure, but would have a more traditional and harmonious appearance with a tiled roof (concealing a small flat area), and walls of brick and weatherboarding stained black to match the side extension.

The proposed extension would be acceptable from the listed building aspect in my opinion.

POLICIES

The Adopted Buckinghamshire County Structure Plan 1991 – 2011: Policy HE1

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policy LB1

ISSUES

1.     The application concerns a Grade II Listed Building.  The proposed single storey extension will be located to the rear of the property, and there will be no adverse effect on the character of the Listed Building.  No objections are raised in terms of Policy HE1 of the Adopted Buckinghamshire County Structure Plan, 1991, or Policy LB1 of the Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan, 1997.  

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

RECOMMENDATION: Conditional consent

Subject to the following conditions

(1) C141 Listed Building Consent - Time Limit

(2) C142 Listed Building Consent - List of Works

(3) The bricks and roof tiles to be used in the external construction of the development hereby permitted shall match the size, colour and texture of those of the existing side extension.

Reason: To ensure that the external appearance of the enlarged building is not detrimental to the character of the locality.

(4) The weatherboarding to be used in the external construction of the development hereby permitted shall be stained black to match the existing side extension.

Reason: To ensure that the external appearance of the enlarged building is not detrimental to the character of the locality.

(1) INFORMATIVE - You are advised that this grant of Listed Building Consent does not constitute planning permission which will also be required before the development hereby approved can be constructed.

2001/670/CH

Case Officer:      Kathryn York

Date Received:     20/04/01     Decide by Date:     14/06/01

Parish:     Penn     Ward:     Penn

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS G AUSTIN

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Unclassified road

Mineral Consultation Area

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

CH/394/74  Extension.  Permitted and implemented.

91/0614/CH  Alterations, single storey front extension and new boundary wall to front elevation.  Permitted and implemented.

THE APPLICATION

Proposes a front porch measuring 2.75m wide x 1.75m deep, with a pitched roof 3.3m high; a single storey rear extension measuring 4.4m wide x 3.8m, with a hipped and pitched roof 3.7m high; a single storey side extension to the garage (forming another garage) measuring 2.9m wide x 6.95m deep, with a pitched roof 3.2m high extending over the existing side projection as well as the proposed garage.

PARISH COUNCIL

No comment.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GC2, 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, TR16.

ISSUES

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

2.     The garage extension remains 0.9m from the boundary with the neighbouring property, which itself is sited a further 5m away.  A 1.8m close boarded fence forms the boundary between the two properties at this point, and there are a number of taller trees on the neighbour’s side. The roof of the garage has been kept low so as not to appear visually intrusive.  The front and rear extensions are sited away from the adjacent properties.  The proposed development will not be detrimental to the amenities of the surrounding properties, and no objections are raised in this respect.

3.     The front porch is suitably small scale.  The extension to the garage continues the line of the existing building, with the pitched roof enhancing the overall appearance of the property.  The proposed development will have no adverse impact on the street scene, 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 requirements.  No objections are 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

2001/678/CH

Case Officer:      Keith Musgrave

Date Received:     23-Apr-01     Decide by Date:     17-Jun-01

Parish:     Little Missenden - Holmer Green     Ward:     Holmer Green

App Type:     Application for work to tree(s) covered by a Tree Preservation Order

Applicant:      ALAN G HEAVEY

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Unclassified road

Tree Preservation Order

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

The Amersham Rural District Council (Holmer Court, Holmer Green) Tree Preservation Order No 6 - 1971, covering 24 individual trees, 2 areas of trees and 4 groups of trees, including A2, on what is now the Clementi Estate.

CH/1729/83     Removal of branches from ash tree and larch tree. Conditional permission.

90/1584/CH     Felling of two larch trees and lopping of one ash tree. Conditional permission.

THE APPLICATION

Crown reduction of an ash tree.

PARISH COUNCIL

Approve – subject to the approval of the arboricultural officer.

REPRESENTATIONS

Applicant:     The tree is close to my house – the branches extend over the roof – root is lifting patio area – next door neighbour has indicated that an internal crack has appeared in his house.

One letter from a neighbour having no objection.

One letter from 14 The Larches supporting the crown reduction – ash tree overhangs conservatory – concerned about branch fall – vertical crack in dining room wall – may be caused by tree which is only 9-12 feet from our house.

CONSULTATIONS

District Forestry and Landscape Adviser:     Large ash tree in rear garden of property fairly close to both Nos. 12 & 14 – previously reduced under CH/1729/CH and 90/1584/CH – roots lifting paving slabs of patio – possible damage to kitchen extension – minor crack in wall of No 14, not significant from outside – some reduction reasonable.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan – 1997: Policy TW2 

ISSUES

1.     The tree is situated in the rear garden of the property but it is visible above and between the houses.

2.     It is situated close to two houses and is causing minor damage to the patio of No 12. It may also be causing damage to the two houses but the evidence is not conclusive. Some crown reduction is considered to be reasonable.

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) C109 Time Limit for Consent under Tree Preservation Order

(2) The tree surgery hereby approved shall not exceed crown reduction and re-shaping by 30%.

Reason: In order to maintain, as far as possible, the amenity value of the tree and the special character of the area which were the reasons for the making of the Tree Preservation Order.

(1) INFORMATIVE -  I160 Trees - Tree works to British Standard                                     

(2) INFORMATIVE - I212 Tree Work - Crown Reduction                                                 

2001/699/CH

Case Officer:      Kathryn York

Date Received:     24/04/01     Decide by Date:     18/06/01

Parish:     Penn     Ward:     Penn

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR S STEAD

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Unclassified road

Mineral Consultation Area

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

CH/122/82  Single storey side extension.  Permitted and implemented.

87/2492/CH  First floor side extension.  Permitted and implemented.

95/0287/CH  Alterations, front bay window, two-storey front and first floor side extension and detached domestic garage.

98/1644/CH  Single storey rear extension and construction of timber decking and balustrade.  Permitted and implemented.

THE APPLICATION

Proposes part two storey, part first floor side extension.  At ground floor level, the proposal comprises an extension to an existing side projection measuring a maximum of 4.6m wide, and incorporating a new chimney, by a maximum of 6.1m deep.  The extension will project forward of the existing front elevation by 1.4m, and a front porch canopy will join this projection to the main house.  The first floor extension covers both the existing side projection and the proposed new extension, and has a maximum width of 10.6m, and a depth of 6.1m.  A small balcony is to be created at first floor level to the rear of the property.  Three small dormers with pitched roofs are proposed to the front, and two to the rear.

PARISH COUNCIL

No comment.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, H11, H13, 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): Policies GC3, TR16.

ISSUES

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

2.     The extension will be especially visible from the second storey side elevation windows of the neighbouring property (No.5), however none of these facing windows are principal windows.  No second storey windows are proposed in the flank elevation of the proposed extension.  A small balcony to the rear is also proposed, although this may result in some overlooking, there is already overlooking from the existing rear windows, and from a large bedroom window in the side elevation of the main house. As such the proposed extension will not be detrimental to the amenities of the neighbouring properties and therefore no objections are raised in this respect.  

3.     A gap of one metre is retained between the flank elevation wall of the first floor extension and the boundary of the site, in accordance with Policies H11 and H16.  At present the house is smaller than a number of the surrounding properties, and it is not considered that an extension of this size will be detrimental to the character of the area.  The dormer windows are suitably small scale and subordinate to the existing roof.  No objections are raised in relation to Policies GC1, H15, and H18.

4.     More than adequate parking space exists within the curtilage of the site.  No objections are 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) C174A No additional windows in first floor of south elevation of extension.

(4) C133 All plans amended - by plans (nos PD/0311 A) received on 31/05/01.

2001/701/CH

Case Officer:      Keith Musgrave

Date Received:     25/04/01     Decide by Date:     19/06/01

Parish:     Chalfont St Peter     Ward:     Austenwood

App Type:     Application for work to tree(s) covered by a Tree Preservation Order

Applicant:      MISS WILKINSON

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Adjoining Green Belt

Unclassified road

Northolt Airfield safeguarding zone

Tree Preservation Order

Mineral Consultation Area

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

The Chiltern District Council (Land at Triscombe, The Rowans, Chalfont St Peter) Tree Preservation Order 1991 (No 8 of 1991) covering one oak as an individual tree.

99/1416/CH     Side extension and single storey front extension to garage. Conditional permission.

THE APPLICATION

Pruning back of three overhanging branches of oak tree.

PARISH COUNCIL

Would accept Forestry Officer’s advice.

REPRESENTATIONS

Agent:     Reason for work is to prune the tree sensitively away from the proposed extension.

One letter from a neighbour supporting the proposal provided it means sympathetic and conservative pruning and not cutting off three lower branches – also comments on planning application for extension.

CONSULTATIONS

District Forestry and Landscape Adviser:     Oak tree in front garden of property – fairly close to extension currently under construction – fairly broad-crowned tree with some longer lower branches towards extension – reduction of these would improve balance of tree while allowing greater clearance from building.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan – 1997: Policy TW2 

ISSUES

1.     The oak tree is situated in the front garden of the property and is prominent in views from the road and adjacent footpath.

2.     It is considered that the proposed reduction of some lower branches growing towards the extension currently under construction would not have an adverse effect on the appearance of the tree.

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) C109 Time Limit for Consent under Tree Preservation Order

(2) The tree surgery hereby approved shall not exceed the reduction of the lower crown of the oak tree on the side towards the extension by up to 2 metres so as the leave the crown reasonably well-balanced.

Reason: In order to maintain, as far as possible, the amenity value of the tree and the special character of the area which were the reasons for the making of the Tree Preservation Order.

(1) INFORMATIVE -  I160 Trees - Tree works to British Standard                                     

(2) INFORMATIVE - I212 Tree Work - Crown Reduction                                                 

2001/702/CH

Case Officer:      Keith Musgrave

Date Received:     25/04/01     Decide by Date:     19/06/01

Parish:     Seer Green     Ward:     Seer Green & Jordans

App Type:     Application for work to tree(s) covered by a Tree Preservation Order

Applicant:      MR AND MRS K JOUHAR

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Established Residential Area of Special Character - Local Plan Policy H4

Adjoining Green Belt

Unclassified road

Tree Preservation Order

Mineral Consultation Area

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

The Chiltern District Council (Land at the rear of Long Grove, Bottom Lane and Longbottom Lane, Seer Green) Tree Preservation Order 1987 (No 20 of 1987) covering an area of trees.

The Chiltern District Council (Land at Owlpen, Bottom Lane, Seer Green) Tree Preservation Order 1988 (No 21 of 1988) covering a woodland.

91/0965/CH     Detached house and domestic double garage in front garden (amendment to planning permission 88/1916/CH). Conditional permision.

92/1322/CH     The felling of one beech tree, the removal of one stem from a beech tree and the removal of one branch from a beech tree. Refused permission.

THE APPLICATION

(a) Beech – remove two lower limbs.

(b) Cherry – remove.

(c) Beech – clear from garage roof by 2 metres.

(d) Cherry – removal of 2 trees.

(e) Beech – remove part of overhang.

(f) Beech – remove.

REPRESENTATIONS

Applicant:     We have been advised by tree surgeons that this work is necessary to ensure safety.

(a) Beech tree leaning dangerously towards road.

(b) Dead cherry tree.

(c) Beech tree interfering with garage roof.

(d) Two cherry trees (one self-seeded) are both close to house and block light to kitchen. In addition their leaves block the guttering.

(e) Beech tree leaning dangerously towards house.

(f) Dead beech tree.

Numerous trees and saplings have recently been planted at Meadow View including Autumnalis and Malus trees. We will also replace the cherry trees with two young cherry tree saplings.

CONSULTATIONS

District Forestry and Landscape Adviser:     Most of plot covered by TPO – as an area at the rear and as a woodland at the front.

(a) Beech – prominent twin-stemmed tree at front of site – propose removal of two lower limbs growing towards road – would improve balance and safety of tree.

(b) Cherry – tall dead tree beside garage.

(c) Beech – multi-stemmed tree close to garage – branches touching garage root – propose trimming of lower branches to give 2 metres clearance from garage roof.

(d) Cherries – two trees at side of house – about 3-4 metres from building – branches of larger tree close to roof – other tree small and suppressed – neither tree considered important.

(e) Beech – at edge of wooded area in rear garden – lean towards house with most branching on house side because of light – propose removal of several smaller branches – would leave reasonable shape to tree.

(f) Beech – small dead tree within wooded area.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan – 1997: Policy TW2 

ISSUES

1.     Much of the garden of the property contains trees but only the large beech tree (a) is prominent from the road.

2.     Two of the four trees proposed for removal are dead. The two others are cherries close to the house and one of these is a small suppressed tree. Neither tree is considered to be important but the proposed replanting would be useful.

3.     The proposed branch trimming or removal from the three beech trees is considered to be reasonable management that would not harm the appearance of the trees.

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) C109 Time Limit for Consent under Tree Preservation Order

(2) The tree surgery hereby approved shall not exceed the specification in quotation no 2247 from Penn Tree Services dated 12 April 2001that was submitted as part of the application.

Reason: In order to maintain, as far as possible, the amenity value of the trees and the special character of the area which were the reasons for the making of the Tree Preservation Order.

(3) Two cherry trees of at least standard size shall be planted in the positions indicated on the submitted plan not later than the end of the first planting season following the date of implementation this consent and shall be maintained thereafter in accordance with the provisions of the existing Tree Preservation Order unless any variation to this requirement has previously been agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority.

Reason: In order to maintain the special character of the area, which was the reason for the making of the Tree Preservation Order.

(1) INFORMATIVE -  I160 Trees - Tree works to British Standard                                     

(2) INFORMATIVE - I211 Tree Work - Branch Removal                                                  

2001/725/CH

Case Officer:      Iwan Jones

Date Received:     30/04/01     Decide by Date:     24/06/01

Parish:     Amersham     Ward:     Amersham Common

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS N BALDWIN

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Class A Road

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

CH/1155/83: Single storey rear extension. Permitted development. Implemented.

THE APPLICATION

The application relates to the erection of a two storey side extension, a two storey rear extension, a rear conservatory and a pitched roof over the existing front porch. The two storey side extension would measure 5.4m wide, 5.6m deep and to a hipped roof height as existing. It would utilise the whole width of the existing dwelling and would project to within 2.7m of the northern boundary. The rear conservatory would be attached to the proposed two storey side extension and would measure 5.6m wide, 4m deep and to a part hipped/part lean-to roof height of 3.5m. The two storey rear extension would measure 4.2m wide, 3m deep and to a hipped roof height of 7.1m. This height would be 0.5m lower than the existing roof height. All proposed external materials would match those of the existing dwelling.

TOWN COUNCIL

Recommend Approve.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, H11, 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 Amersham where there are no objections in principle to the proposed development subject to compliance with the relevant local plan policies.

2.     The application site is a semi-detached property that enjoys a large curtilage. It is on the corner of Stanley Hill and Stanley Hill Avenue. Although the width of the proposed two storey side extension would seem rather large, it is considered that it would not be detrimental to the appearance of the street scene having regard to the width of the existing curtilage, and that with the exception of the bay windows, would not project beyond the existing front elevation. Furthermore, it would be a minimum distance of 2.7m from the northern boundary. No objection raised in terms of Policy H13(ii).

3.     Having regard to the siting of the extensions in relation to the adjoining property No.185, it is considered that they would have no impact upon the amenities of this property. All other neighbouring properties are considered to be too far away for the proposal to have any bearing upon their amenities. No objections raised in terms of policies GC3, H13(i) and H14.

4.     Each element of the proposal would be in keeping with existing dwelling and would relate well to it. The roofs of the proposed two storey extensions would integrate and mirror the existing roofs of the dwelling. No objections raised in terms of Policies GC1 and H15.

5.     Sufficient parking space is provided within the site. No objections 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) C174A No additional windows in first floor of southern flank elevation elevation of extension.

2001/726/CH

Case Officer:      Geoffrey Hugall

Date Received:     30/04/01     Decide by Date:     24/06/01

Parish:     Amersham     Ward:     Amersham Common

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR D I SUTTON

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Established Residential Area of Special Character - Local Plan Policy H4

Unclassified road

Thames Water - groundwater protection zone

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

CH/759/78     Single storey rear extension, approved.

99/1915/CH     Three dormer windows in rear elevation, approved.

THE APPLICATION

The proposed single storey extension would project 5.45m to the rear of the kitchen area (3.95m to the rear of the utility room) and would be 4.74m in width.  It would have an eaves height of approximately 2.3m with a hipped pitched roof over to a ridge of 4.3m.

TOWN COUNCIL

Recommend approve.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, H4, 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.     It is not considered that the proposal would have an adverse impact upon the amenities of the neighbouring properties.

2.     No objections are raised to the design of the proposal which is not considered to be out of keeping with the scale and proportions of the existing dwelling and its plot, no adverse impact upon the street scene and character of the area would occur.

3.     No adverse car parking issues arise, no objections under Policies 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

2001/730/CH

Case Officer:      Andrew Fuller

Date Received:     30/04/01     Decide by Date:     24/06/01

Parish:     Amersham     Ward:     Amersham Town

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS BEAR

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Class A Road

Thames Water - groundwater protection zone

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

94/0122/CH   Alterations and first floor rear extension.   Conditional permission.

THE APPLICATION

A two-storey side extension 4.4m wide (in place of the garage) extends the full depth of the south flank. A half hexagon bay window matching those in existence is to be installed at ground floor level along, with a 1m deep canopy over, in net stepping the first floor in by 0.5m. The roof arrangement is conceived through the replication of the duel-angled roofs of the property up to 8.3m. The extension is given its own identifiable roof, forming a valley feature between it and the original roof, and other than the fusing of the lower reaches of the roof and a short link 1.6m long sunken down 0.5m appear as separate masses.

The existing fake-hipped roof over the front porch is to be extended up into a full pitch at 3.5m.

TOWN COUNCIL

Recommend approval.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, H11, 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): Policies GC3.

ISSUES

1.     The application is located on a exceedingly steep site overlooking Station road in the built up area of Amersham-on-the-Hill. The attempt to replicate features of the existing property including the bay window, design of fenestration and double-angled roofs ensures the extension will be in keeping with this metropolitan neighbourhood. Furthermore the double-roof feature and stepped elevational treatment ensures the property will not appear too prominent or bulky on this otherwise green and undulating landscape. As such the proposal is fully in compliance with Local Plan policy GC1 and H15.

2.     The south side boundary is marked by No. 81’s single storey side garage. The configuration of land is splayed, widening to the rear, so that the new flanks will be between 1.25m to 1.9m apart, which is considered adequate for a two-storey side extension in terms of avoiding an undesirable terracing effect. No. 81’s flank is in the absence of windows (other than a forward set secondary window) and is distanced by the depth of its side garage. As such the two-storey structure will have no adverse effect on this neighbour in terms of Local Plan Policy GC3, H13 and H14.

3.     The dramatic rise in land from west to east will absorb up to 1.6m of the extensions base, while trees above the house and shrubs to the side retaining walls have been allowed to flourish and further screen. In view of these circumstances the new build will have relatively little impact on the rear amenity space of No. 81 (with only the first floor and roof having any real impact) while No. 85 will not be affected.

2.     The in-out driveway and forecourt, rising to the existing garage will need to be retained, as a garage replacement is not proposed. Three off street car parking spaces however can still be supplied in order to satisfy Local Plan Policy 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) C174 No additional windows in south elevation of extension

2001/731/CH

Case Officer:      Geoffrey Hugall

Date Received:     30/04/01     Decide by Date:     24/06/01

Parish:     Seer Green     Ward:     Seer Green & Jordans

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR M POULTER

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

Mineral Consultation Area

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

86/2122/BN     Alterations and drainage works.

97/5912/RE     Internal wall removed, permitted development.

THE APPLICATION

The proposed works at ground floor level would involve the removal of the existing rear single storey structures that form a bathroom and a lobby together with the existing conservatory.    The replacement structure would be 4.77m in depth and would be 3.62m in width (effectively the full width of the property), flat roofed to a height of 2.44m, a glass lantern light would be installed over the kitchen area.  The first floor extension to form a bathroom would extend for a width of 3.72m and would project a distance of 1.675m beyond the rear elevation of the existing terraced property.  This first floor extension would have a rear gable roof to a ridge height 0.8m below the ridge.

REPRESENTATIONS

Letter received on behalf of the neighbour at No.2 which could be summarised as follows –

1.     Whilst we have no objections to an extension being built we are extremely concerned about what is proposed.

2.     The proposed two-storey extension of 1.675m from the face of the existing building will seriously affect the light levels and sight lines of No.2 bearing in mind the situation that already exists at No.3 (also has a rear extension).

3.     To allow a similar extension to be built at No.1 albeit not for the same length as No.3 will seriously alter the conditions that exist and further reduce the light and view.

4.     The single storey extension and its doors that open outwards would restrict a right of way to No.2.

5.     Non-planning comments regarding the structural stability & drainage.

CONSULTATIONS

Environment Agency (Waste Regulation) -

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, H11, 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.     It is not considered that any objections are raised to the design of the extensions.  It is considered that they respect the scale and proportions of the existing dwelling and, being at the rear of the property, would not have an adverse impact upon the street scene.

2.     It is considered that the main issue is the impact the first floor extension would have upon the amenities of the neighbouring property, No.2, having regard to their only window to their rear bedroom, in this respect the comments of the neighbouring property are noted.  This window’s frame is 1.2m away from the boundary and therefore the flank elevation of the extension.  The orientation of the dwellings, with the terrace located on a south-western – north-eastern axis, would exacerbate any impact as No.1 is to the south-west.  Although it is it considered that the proposal will have an adverse impact upon the amenities of the neighbouring property, in this respect it is accepted that the ‘tunnelling’ effect would be exacerbated by the older first floor rear extension to No.3, it has to be considered whether the proposed extension at first floor level would result in such a significant loss of amenity that would justify a refusal.  In this respect it is noted that the applicants have kept the extension within a 450 angle from the centre of the window in question, this is within the guidelines stated in Chiltern District Council’s Planning Advice Note 1.  It is considered therefore that, on balance, the first floor rear extension should not have such a significantly adverse effect that, in this instance, would justify a refusal.  

3.     The ground floor extension is, for the most part a replacement structure, however it does project further to the rear and further to the side.  It is noted however that the neighbouring property, No.2, also has single storey rear structures and this proposal would not project beyond that rear elevation.  The comments of the neighbour regarding the right of way and the structural stability are noted, however these are not planning considerations, the right of way being a Civil issue and the structural a Building Regulations issue, as such no objections could be raised in this respect.

4.     The gross floorspace of the dwelling, including the proposed extensions remains below 120m2, requiring two off-street parking spaces.  These two spaces are currently provided, therefore no objections are raised 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) C431 Materials of Development to Match Those of Existing Building

(3) C177 Obscure glass in multiple windows in north-western elevation - 1st floor only

(4) C174A No additional windows in first floor of NE elevation of extension.

(1) INFORMATIVE - The applicant is advised of the requirements of the Part Wall etc. Act 1996 and is advised to contact the Building Control Division of Chiltern District Council for further advice.

(2) INFORMATIVE - It has been brought to the attention of the Council that a right-of-way exists to the rear of 1 Wynnswick Road for access to the rear of 2 Wynnswick Road.  The applicant should ensure that during the course of construction work the right-of-way is kept free of obstruction.

2001/734/CH

Case Officer:      Kathryn York

Date Received:     30/04/01     Decide by Date:     24/06/01

Parish:     Great Missenden - Prestwood     Ward:     Prestwood

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR S PAYNE

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Within Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Unclassified road

THE APPLICATION

Proposes single storey front extension measuring 7.95m wide by a maximum of 4.3m deep, with a hipped and pitched roof measuring a maximum of 3.7m high.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objections.

REPRESENTATIONS

Letter of objection from 55 Honor Road

1.     The proposed extension will reduce amount of light reaching lounge of No.55, and restrict the view from the lounge.

2.     Several trees and a section of the hedge will need to be removed.

3.     Extension will be in front of the building line.

4.     Work would be undertaken with little consideration to neighbours.

5.     Garden is shared with flat above.

Letter of objection from 8 Gryms Dyke

1 letter received from the Chiltern Hundreds Housing Association on behalf the occupiers of the first floor flat above 9 Gryms Dyke (which is owned by the Housing Association), objecting on the following grounds:

The letter also mentions that the freehold of the property is owned by the Housing Association and is the subject of a restrictive covenant. The leasehold owners of the property require the consent of the Housing Association before any works can be carried out.

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): Policies GC3, TR16.

ISSUES

1.     The application site is located in 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.  The site is also located within the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

2.     The property in question is a flat, and therefore the extension will be visible not only to the property on the right hand side, but also from the windows of the flat above.  In terms of height, the extension stops at the window of the first floor flat.  The extension will block the window leading up to the first floor flat, however as this only serves a staircase, then there will be no detrimental impact on the amenities of the occupiers of the first floor flat.  The boundary between 9 Gryms Dyke and 55 Honor Road comprises a 1.5m hedge immediately adjacent to both properties, and then a line of 3m conifers continues up to the front boundary.  The extension is located 1.95m from the boundary with 55 Honor Road, and provided the hedge and trees along this boundary are retained then it is not considered that the extension will have a detrimental impact on the neighbouring property.  No objections are raised in this respect.  

3.     The extension will be well screened from Honor Road by a 1.8m hedge, with several trees also forming part of this boundary.  A hedge, ranging from 1.5 – 2m, with a tree in the front right hand corner, forms the front boundary to the site, and will go some way to screening the extension from Honor Road.  Provided the screening on all boundaries is retained, then it is not considered that the proposed extension will have an adverse impact on either the street scene or the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.  No objections are raised in relation to Policies H15 or LSQ1.  

4.     The floorspace of the dwelling remains below 120sq m, with no parking provided within the curtilage of the site.  No objections are 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) C174 No additional windows in south west elevation of extension

(4) None of the trees or hedges forming the north east, north, north west and south west boundaries of the site, as shown on plan number 001 Rev.A, received by the Local Planning Authority on 30/04/01, shall be felled, topped, lopped or uprooted without the prior approval in writing of the Local Planning Authority for a period of five years from the date of implementation of this permission.  Furthermore, the existing soil levels around the boles of the trees so retained shall not be altered.

Reason :  In order to maintain, as far as possible, the character of the locality.

2001/735/CH

Case Officer:      Tony Clements

Date Received:     30-Apr-01     Decide by Date:     24-Jun-01

Parish:     Little Missenden     Ward:     Little Missenden

App Type:     Application for Certificate of Lawfulness - existing use or development

Applicant:      MR AND MRS C PLEVIN

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Green Belt other than GB4 or GB5 settlement

Green Belt settlement GB5

Within Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Unclassified road

Area of Special Advertisement Control

THE APPLICATION

Application for a certificate of lawfulness relating to the use of four identified parcels of land as residential curtilage of The Homestead.  Supported by 2 statutory declarations stating that the land edged red on the plan was cultivated as garden land by the former owners of The Homestead, a letter stating that the land has always been used as garden and photographs (including an aerial view) showing the land in question.

PARISH COUNCIL

Refuse – the Parish Council has concerns regarding the validity of this application, in particular the accuracy of the statutory declarations and the areas designated on the plans to which the declarations refer.

REPRESENTATIONS

Two letters received objecting to the proposal; one letter expressing concerns about the accuracy of the boundary adjoining 3 Bramley Lane, but raising no objection in principle and a letter from the Hyde Heath Village Society objecting to the application on the grounds that the re-classification of the land would have a detrimental impact on the character of the area.

CONSULTATIONS

Chief Executive: Having considered all of the available evidence I am satisfied that the case for a certificate has been made only in respect of the area marked ‘A’ as a lawful use as part of the residential curtilage of The Homestead.  Areas ‘B’, ‘C’ and ‘D’ may be described as land used ancillary to the primary residential use but do not amount to curtilage under the narrow definition adopted by the Courts.

The application should be granted only in part with a plan attached to show the area granted.

In view of the comments in the application and covering letter it may be a good idea to add an informative to the effect that all of the property is within the Green Belt and that the lawful curtilage falls within a GB5 policy area.

ISSUES

1.     It is considered that appropriate evidence has been submitted to demonstrate that the land marked ‘A’ on the plan accompanying the application has been used continuously as part of the residential curtilage of ‘The Homestead’ for a period in excess of 10 years.  Accordingly a certificate of lawfulness may be granted in respect of this area of land.

2.     In respect of the parcels of land marked ‘B’, ‘C’ and ‘D’ insufficient evidence has been presented to demonstrate that the land forms part of the residential curtilage of the dwelling.  Accordingly the certificate is refused in respect of these parcels of land.

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

RECOMMENDATION: Certificate of Lawfulness - existing development or use - partly issued / partly refused

Subject to the following conditions

(1) In the Council's opinion sufficient evidence has been provided to satisfactorily demonstrate that the land marked 'A' on the plan accompanying the application, cross-hatched on the plan attached hereto, has been used as part of the residential curtilage of 'The Homestead' for the required period.

(1) In the Council's opinion insufficient evidence has been submitted to demonstrate that the areas of land marked 'B', 'C' and 'D' on the plan accompanying the application, diagonally hatched on the plan attached hereto, have been used as part of the residential curtilage of 'The Homestead' for the required period.

2001/744/CH

Case Officer:      Andrew Fuller

Date Received:     01/05/01     Decide by Date:     25/06/01

Parish:     Chalfont St Peter     Ward:     Chalfont St Peter Central

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MRS S GREEN

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Unclassified road

Mineral Consultation Area

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

01/0233/CH   Front porch and single storey side extension.   Conditional permission.

THE APPLICATION

A single storey side/rear extension to the rear end of the north flank 7.6m deep (projecting beyond the rear elevation by 3.8m), 9.25m wide and capped by a gabled roof with a ridge running parallel to that along the front of the property at 6.1m. The single storey side extension granted permission under 01/0233/CH will be modified to be 6.8m in length, inset 0.5m from the front elevation, pitching at 5.2m and linking to the new section in a lower roof angle, below eaves height.  

PARISH COUNCIL

No objection: and no objection to amended plans.

REPRESENTATIONS

Three letters and one petition (seven signatures) from neighbouring residents objecting to the application on the following grounds:

1.     Not in keeping, being a 100% increase (taking into account planning application 2001/233/CH – which has been passed) and overdevelopment of a quiet cul-de-sac of small bed bungalows, such piecemeal development has damaged character of St. Giles and St. Peter;

2.     Pitched roof out of scale with original building – thus character of the close;

Stop light into one of No. 7’s bedroom, while 1 or 2 windows will overlook the same bedroom (without garage then 3);

3.     If granted permission, request that roof is altered to pitched roof rather than gabled-end;

4.     Roof could be used to further develop site (two-stories);

5.     At present there is only parking space for one car, at least three are needed, four if extension converted into two-stories;

6.     We feel very strongly that our comments regarding roof height and size of extension, should be taken into consideration and hope this application will be amended accordingly. Although we know the fact that we will be overlooked and lose some privacy is not a planning issue to be considered, the affect on our lives will be quite drastic;

7.     As previously stated this is initially a very quiet road with a majority of retired and elderly residents, whilst considering these requested amendments we would ask you to take into account the possibility of a restricted working application. If the work is to be carried out it should only take place from Monday to Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. – thus giving the residents some peace at evening and weekends;

8.     Cleaning business was run from the property for the first 6 weeks of the new owner’s residency;

9.     The bungalows in the close are small retirement type, to grant permission for an extension of this size, is not in keeping with the surrounding bungalows and over-development of the site;

10.     Construction would cause too much disruption to the close.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, 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 radically extends a modest bungalow on a generous plot, located in the corner of a cul-de-sac in the built up area of Chalfont St. Peter. The proposed extension, together with those already approved and under construction under 2001/0233/CH virtually doubles the footprint of the property and can not be termed small scale and subordinate in relation to the existing bungalow. The roof would reach 6.1m. high for a length of 9 metres, and would appear as an intrusive element projecting some 0.8m. higher than the existing roof-structure. As such the proposal is considered to conflict with Local Plan Policy GC1 and H15.

2.     While No. 20 Royle Close (to the rear/west side) of the applicant has only a stair well window with obscure glazing overlooking the site, No. 5 Joiners Close, the immediate neighbour to the south, gains no view of the extension due to leylandii which has grown freely into a mature hedge.  However the neighbouring property No. 7, to the north east, will have the projecting rear extension with high ridge and gable end forming an overbearing feature detrimental to its amenity, contrary to Policy GC3.

3.     The existing single detached garage to the north side of the property and straight driveway leading to it provide the required off street parking arrangement so as not to be in breach of 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: Refuse permission

For the following reasons

(1) The proposed extension, together with those approved and under construction further to permission 2001/0233/CH, would double the footprint of the existing bungalow. By reason of the size and position of the extension, together with the height and length of its ridge, which exceeds that of the existing bungalow, it would appear as a discordant feature in the street scene. In addition, the gable end of the proposed extension, on the north elevation, would by reason of its height and position be overbearing to the adjacent property to the north, No. 7 Joiner's Lane. As such, the development would be contrary to Policies GC1, GC3, H13 and H15 of the Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan 1997.

2001/746/CH

Case Officer:      Geoffrey Hugall

Date Received:     03-May-01     Decide by Date:     27-Jun-01

Parish:     Latimer     Ward:     Ashley Green & Latimer

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS D SOULSBY

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Green Belt settlement GB5

adjoining Common land

Class C Road

Area of Special Advertisement Control

Site within 250 m. of active or disused rubbish tip

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

CH/778/78     Single storey front and single storey rear extensions, approved.

THE APPLICATION

The proposed single storey rear extension takes the form of a brick built study and a conservatory.  The study extension would project beyond the existing rear elevation by 3.7m, it would be 4m in width with a tiled pitched roof over.  The conservatory would be 5m deep (1.3m beyond the rear elevation of the proposed study) and 5m in width with glazed walls all round.

CONSULTATIONS

Environment Agency (Waste Regulation) -

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GC2, 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 & TR16.

ISSUES

1.     The design of the extensions is considered to be acceptable, respecting the scale and proportions of the existing dwelling.  The proposals would not result in an overdevelopment of the plot and, due to their location not have an adverse impact upon the street scene.  As such no objections are raised under Policies GC1, H13, H15 and H17.

2.     It is considered that the main issue is the impact the proposed extension to form the study would have upon the kitchen of the neighbouring property.  The neighbours kitchen has its only source of light from the door and window that face the proposed extension, in between the properties there is a 1.7m high fence with 0.2m of trellising above.  As this window faces east, the proposed extension would result in some loss of sunlight and daylight in the morning, however as the sun alters its position during the course of the day the impact would be lessened.  It is considered that in this instance, the extension, being single storey (with a hipped roof to the rear) should not, on balance, result in such a significant adverse impact upon the amenities of the neighbouring property that would warrant a refusal.  In this respect it is noted that the occupiers of the neighbouring property have raised no objections to the extension.  It is not considered that the proposals would have an adverse impact upon the amenities of No.245.

3.     No objections under Policies 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) C174A No additional windows in western elevation of extension.

2001/750/CH

Case Officer:      Iwan Jones

Date Received:     02/05/01     Decide by Date:     26/06/01

Parish:     Amersham     Ward:     Amersham Town

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS C ALEXANDER

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Unclassified road

Thames Water - groundwater protection zone

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

CH/84/79: Two storey extension. Conditional permission.

CH/49/82: Single storey extension. Refused.

CH/386/82: Dining room extension. Conditional permission.

CH/1328/82: New window to kitchen extension approved under planning permission CH/386/82. Refused.

87/0436/CH: Ground floor front extension and second floor front and rear dormer window. Conditional permission. Not implemented.

THE APPLICATION

The application relates to the erection of a single storey extension to the front elevation. It would measure part 3.35m deep and part 1.3m deep, 5.5m wide and to a hipped roof height of 3.7m. It would be built flush with the existing western side flank elevation. The proposal includes converting the garage to form an additional room to the dwelling. The proposed external materials have not been indicated on the submitted plan.  

TOWN COUNCIL

Recommend approval.

REPRESENTATIONS

One letter of comment has been received submitting the following observations:

1.     The extension would be a variation to the building line, establishing a premise for others to follow suit.

2.     A car parking space would be lost. As all spaces already used by current occupiers, this would create hazard to road users.

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 is located 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.     Although the extension is proposed to be built to the front elevation of the property, the depth of the extension is considered to be acceptable in relation to the size of the front drive and garden and would not be detrimental to the appearance of the street scene. No objection raised in terms of Policy H13(ii).

3.     Having regard to the depth of the extension and that it would only be single storey in height, it is considered that it would not be detrimental to the amenities of neighbouring properties. No objection raised in terms of Policies GC3, H13(i) and H14.  

4.     The scale, design and height of the proposed extension would relate well to the existing dwelling and would be in keeping with it. No objection raised in terms of Policies GC1 and H15.  

5.     As the proposal involves converting the garage into an additional room to the dwelling, a parking space would be lost. However, sufficient space is available within the front drive to provide the necessary parking spaces. No objection raised in terms of Policies TR 11 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 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 accordance with a plan that shall previously 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.

2001/752/CH

Case Officer:      Andrew Fuller

Date Received:     02/05/01     Decide by Date:     26/06/01

Parish:     Chalfont St Peter     Ward:     Chalfont Common

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR A FERGUSON

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Unclassified road

Mineral Consultation Area

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

98/0488/CH   Rear conservatory.   Conditional permission.

THE APPLICATION

The application is to extend the existing open porch cover forwards by 1m so as to come level with the front elevation of the garage. The porch will remain open with a brick pier on the corner supporting a mono-pitch roof at 3.6m, which will extend back against the house and across the garage.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objection.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, 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 affects the appearance of a property in the built up area of Chalfont St. Peter where it complies with the general style of the surrounding area. Properties in the street have pitched the roofs over their flat roofed front projections, while other house types in the street have mono-pitch roofs over their open porch-like structures forming suitable precedents. The works are satisfactory under Local Plan Policy GC1 and H15.

2.     No neighbouring property will be affected by these alterations and therefore no further objections can be raised.

3.     A single integral garage and double breadth forecourt satisfy 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

2001/753/CH

Case Officer:      Thomas Gabriel

Date Received:     02/05/01     Decide by Date:     26/06/01

Parish:     Chesham     Ward:     Newtown

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR KEE

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Unclassified road

Thames Water - groundwater protection zone

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

86/1172/CH   Garden shed. Conditional permission – implemented.

THE APPLICATION

The application is for a dormer window in the front elevation of the dwelling. It is to measure 4.25m wide by 2m high with a flat roof.

TOWN COUNCIL

No objections.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, H13, H14, H15, 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 Chesham where there are objections to the proposed development in principle, subject to compliance with the relevant local plan policies.

2.     The proposed dormer window, though fairly large, is not considered to be too large or out of keeping for the roofslope into which it is to be inserted. There are other dormer windows in Frances Street of similar proportions, such that the proposed dormer will not appear out of keeping in the street scene. The dormer will not result in a significant loss of privacy for the occupiers of the neighbouring and surrounding properties. No objections are raised in terms of Policies GC3, H13, H14, H15 or H18.

3.     As the proposed dormer window does not increase the floorspace of the dwelling to over 120sq. m, it has no implications for the Council’s Adopted Carparking Standards.

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) C134 Single plan amended by plan (no CS211A)  received on 29/5/01.

2001/754/CH

Case Officer:      Kathryn York

Date Received:     02/05/01     Decide by Date:     26/06/01

Parish:     Great Missenden - Prestwood     Ward:     Prestwood

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS HOWLAND

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

00/2028/CH  Part single storey, part two storey side/front extension incorporating replacement garage.  Permitted – Under construction.

THE APPLICATION

Proposes single storey rear extension measuring 3.458m wide x 1.8m deep, with a sloping roof 3.75m high.

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, TR16.

ISSUES

1.     The application site is located in 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.     Adequate screening exists on the boundaries with the neighbouring properties, and therefore no objections are raised in this respect.

3.     The extension is sited to the rear of the property, and therefore no objections are raised in terms of impact on either the street scene or the surrounding Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

4.     Three parking spaces exist within the curtilage of the site.  No objections are 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

2001/755/CH

Case Officer:      Thomas Gabriel

Date Received:     02-May-01     Decide by Date:     26-Jun-01

Parish:     Great Missenden - Prestwood     Ward:     Prestwood

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS M UNDERWOOD

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 single storey front/ rear and two storey side extension, incorporating a garage. The two storey element of the extension is to measure 2.35m wide, 7.7m deep and 7.6m high to the top of the pitched roof, equalling the height of the existing roof. The front extension is to measure 4.55m wide and 1.2m deep. It is to measure 3.3m high to the top of the pitched roof. The rear extension is to measure 3m wide and 2.7m deep and 3.4 m high to the top of the pitched roof.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objections.

REPRESENTATIONS

1 letter received from the occupiers of a nearby property, no.38 Dresser Road – no objections to the proposed extension.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997: Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, LSQ1, H11, 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 Prestwood where there are no objections to the proposed development in principle, subject to compliance with the relevant local plan policies.

2.     The proposed two storey side extension is to replace an existing single storey side projection. It is to be adjacent to a single storey side projection at the neighbouring dwelling, no.34 Sixty Acres Road and will not have an overbearing impact upon this dwelling (there are no windows in the flank elevation of that dwelling at either ground floor or first floor level). The front and rear extensions will not impact upon no. 34, either, or no.38. The proposed works will not detract from the street scene and will not result in a significant loss of privacy for the neighbouring dwellings. They will respect the scale and proportions of the dwelling. A one metre gap between the flank elevation of the extension at first floor level and the boundary with no.34 Sixty Acres Road will be maintained. No objections are raised to the proposed works.

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.     As a result of the extension, the floorspace of the dwelling will exceed 120sq. m, thereby requiring a third carparking space to be provided within the curtilage of the dwelling to accord with the Council’s Adopted Carparking Standards. This can be provided. A condition can be imposed to ensure compliance with the carparking standards. 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) C174A No additional windows in first floor of west elevation of extension.

(4) The extension hereby permitted shall not be occupied until parking spaces for three vehicles have been provided in accordance with plans which shall have previously been 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.

2001/756/CH

Case Officer:      Geoffrey Hugall

Date Received:     02/05/01     Decide by Date:     26/06/01

Parish:     Amersham     Ward:     Chesham Bois & Weedon

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      A J AND J M LEECH

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Adjoining Green Belt

Class C Road

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

AM/408/52     Additions, unconditional permission.

AM/1598/62     Additions, conditional permission.

99/0071/CH     Single storey infill extension, conditional permission.

00/499/CH     Vehicular access, approved, not implemented.

THE APPLICATION

The application is for a new vehicular access onto Copperkins Lane.  Th existing access is towards the corner of the plot adjacent to No.75, the proposal is to create a new access in the middle of the site.

TOWN COUNCIL

Recommend Approval; subject to highway comments.

CONSULTATIONS

District Engineer (Highways) –

1.     Visibility for vehicles emerging from the site would be improved at the location of the new access.  However, my recommendation would be to close the existing access soon after the new access is constructed.

2.     No objections subject to conditions.

POLICIES

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

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

ISSUES

1.     There would be no detrimental impact upon either the street scene or the amenities of the neighbouring properties.  No objections under GC1 and GC3.

2.     The District Highways Engineer has no objections to the new access subject to conditions, no objections regarding the highway aspects of the proposal are therefore raised.

3.     No additional floorspace would be created and there is already more than adequate car parking provision, no objections under Policies 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) C505 Access Layout - Adopted Road : New Access Only

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

(4) C572 Turning Space as on Plan to be Approved

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

2001/759/CH

Case Officer:      Andrew Fuller

Date Received:     03/05/01     Decide by Date:     27/06/01

Parish:     Chalfont St Peter     Ward:     Chalfont Common

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS W COLEMAN

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Unclassified road

Mineral Consultation Area

THE APPLICATION

A two-storey side extension 2.8m wide and 7.5m deep carrying across the main axes of the house (ridge height at 6.8m across). To the front of this is to be an integral garage in a flat roofed single storey front extension similar to that in existence, 2.8m deep, 2.5m high and the same width as the two storey element.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objection but would ask that the condition be sought for the garage to be maintained solely as such and not converted into living accommodation.

POLICIES