Meeting documents

2001/37/TC

Case Officer:      Keith Musgrave

Date Received:     23/07/01     Decide by Date:     03/09/01

Parish:     Chalfont St Peter     Ward:     Austenwood

App Type:     Work to unpreserved trees in Conservation Area

Applicant:      R J BURTON AND SON

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Chalfont St Peter-Firs Estate Conservation Area

Established Residential Area of Special Character - Local Plan Policy H4

Unclassified road

Northolt Airfield safeguarding zone

Mineral Consultation Area

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

96/0020/TC     Felling of a Lawson cypress. No TPO made.

01/1037/CH     Single storey side/rear extension. Conditional permission.

THE APPLICATION

30% crown reduction of sycamore and horse chestnut trees on rear boundary.

PARISH COUNCIL

The Council would accept the Forestry Officer’s report.

CONSULTATIONS

District Forestry and Landscape Adviser:     Sycamore and horse chestnut just beyond fence at end of small rear garden – crown reduction as proposed considered reasonable management.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan – 1997: Policy CA5 

ISSUES

1.     The trees are situated at the end of a small rear garden but there is some visibility between the houses and from a side street.

2.     The trees provide some screening between the properties but are not of particular importance to the character or appearance of the Conservation Area and the proposed crown reduction is considered to be reasonable management.  A Tree Preservation Order would therefore not be appropriate.

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

RECOMMENDATION: That a TPO shall not be made; no replacements requested

2001/1173/CH

Case Officer:      Iwan Jones

Date Received:     10/07/01     Decide by Date:     03/09/01

Parish:     Coleshill     Ward:     Coleshill & Penn Street

App Type:     Application for Listed Building Consent

Applicant:      MR AND MRS D HALL

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Coleshill Conservation Area

Green Belt settlement GB4

Class C Road

Area of Special Advertisement Control

Grade 2 Listed Building

Within Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

THE APPLICATION

An application has been submitted for listed building consent for a replacement porch measuring 2.6m wide, 2m deep and 3.3m high to the front elevation and replacement roof materials to existing single storey front projection.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objection.

CONSULTATIONS

Historic Buildings Officer: The proposals should improve the appearance of the listed building. The present porch is a modern lean-to, constructed of machine-made pinkish red brick with similar modern tiles. It has a modern glazed door with glazing bars and is not at all in keeping with the historic character of the original cottage. The replacement porch will have a more traditional plank door, and is to be roofed with second hand handmade clay tiles, which will match the main roof. It is also to be hipped so as to echo the existing small extension to its left, which will be re-roofed in similar materials. There will therefore be greater consistency of both materials and roof shape. As long as the new porch is built of a brick sympathetic to the main cottage, the effect should prove more harmonious.

POLICIES

The Adopted Buckinghamshire County Structure Plan 1991 – 2001: Policy HE1.

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997 (including The Adopted Alterations May 2001): Policy LB1.

ISSUES

1.     The Historic Buildings Officer’s comments are noted and no objection is raised to the proposal. In fact, it is considered that the proposal would relate better to the original cottage with the proposed tiles matching the existing, hence enhancing the visual appearance of the cottage and its architectural character. No objection raised in terms of Policy LB1.

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) C422 Materials - Bricks and Hip Tiles

2001/1204/CH

Case Officer:      Geoffrey Hugall

Date Received:     13/07/01     Decide by Date:     06/09/01

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 existing two-storey projection on the western elevation would be extended forwards to within 0.15m of the main front elevation, the eaves height would match that of the existing dwelling with a hipped roof over to align with the main ridge.  The existing chimney stack would be removed from 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 single storey garage would be replaced by living accommodation and in doing so would be extended to the rear.  The rear extensions would be single storey with a half pitched roof over, this part of the scheme would project a maximum distance of 3.4m beyond the existing rear elevation although they are to be offset at a angle of 23 degrees to account for the angled boundary.  To the front an extension that incorporates a replacement garage and projects between 2.25m and 3.6m in front of the existing main dwellings front elevation.  At first floor level an extension is proposed over the side and front extensions noted above, although the first floor extension would not project beyond the rear elevation of the existing dwelling.  It would, however, not project as far to the side as does the ground floor, being set in giving a mono pitched roof that would link into that over the rear extension.  In addition a further extension to form a bathroom is proposed on the front elevation, this would extend a further 1.3m over and above that noted previously, this would be 3.5m in width, this extra projection would be supported by two brick columns.  The ridge height of the bathroom projection and the first floor over the garage would be at 6m and 6.7m respectively.  The roof over the first floor side extension would extend the existing ridge across with a hipped roof to the side.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997 (including The Adopted Alterations May 2001): Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, GB12, LSQ1, H11, H13, H14, H15, H16, H17, TR11, TR16.

ISSUES

1.     The previous application was refused as ‘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.’

2.     The current scheme has been reduced in size and is considered to be a much more modest and less objectionable proposal.  The width of the resultant dwelling has been reduced together with the extent of the forward projection, both of which were highlighted in the previous reason for refusal.  This reduction in scale has also had the benefit of reducing the potential impact upon the surrounding trees.  As such it is considered that the proposed scheme has overcome the reason for refusal of the previous application.

3.     As with the previously refused application 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.

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

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) C432 Materials - As on Plan or Subsequently Specified

(3) This permission shall relate to the submitted application forms and plans, as subsequently amended by plan No.03 Rev. A received by the Local Planning Authority on the 23 July 2001.

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

2001/1209/CH

Case Officer:      Geoffrey Hugall

Date Received:     13/07/01     Decide by Date:     06/09/01

Parish:     Chalfont St Giles-Little Chalfont     Ward:     Chalfont St Giles

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      DR L HUGHES

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Established Residential Area of Special Character - Local Plan Policy H4

Green Belt other than GB4 or GB5 settlement

Within Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Class C Road

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

CH/2113/80     Two-storey extension at side and front, approved and implemented.

THE APPLICATION

The rear extension would be 1.3m in depth, projecting to the rear of the sitting room and lounge, the extension would be 9.6m in width with a mono pitched roof over.  The front extension would involve extending the garage forward by 0.95m (6.3m in width) and by extending the hall area forward by 1.85m with a canopy over projecting a further 1.25m (5.6m in width), this canopy projection would be level with the front extension to the garage.  As with the rear extension, the roof over would be have a mono pitch.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objections.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997 (including The Adopted Alterations May 2001): Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, H13, H14, H15, H17, TR11 and TR16.

ISSUES

1.     No objections are raised in terms of the impact the proposals would have upon the character of the area and the street scene.  The proposals are considered to have been designed to be in keeping with the existing dwelling and would not appear intrusive.  No objections are raised under Polices GC3, H13, H15 and H17.

2.     The amenities of the neighbouring properties would not be adversely affected to any significant degree, they would not result in any significant loss of light and would not appear overbearing.

3.     No car parking issues arise.

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

2001/1210/CH

Case Officer:      Geoffrey Hugall

Date Received:     16/07/01     Decide by Date:     09/09/01

Parish:     Chalfont St Giles     Ward:     Chalfont St Giles

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS D POWELL

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Adjoining Green Belt

Unclassified road

Mineral Consultation Area

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

CH/193/76     Eight houses and cul-de-sac, approved.

THE APPLICATION

The single storey rear extension is 3.6m deep and 3.9m in width with a pitched roof over reaching a height of 4m.  Adjacent to this rear extension is a conservatory, this would project between 3.25m and 4.9m and would fill the remainder of the width of the rear elevation of the dwelling.  The conservatory would be a maximum of 3.6m in height.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objections.

REPRESENTATIONS

The neighbours at No.1 and No.3 have no objections to the proposals.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997 (including The Adopted Alterations May 2001): Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, H13, H14, H15, H17, TR11 and TR16.

ISSUES

1.     No objections are raised to the design of the proposals which area considered to respect the scale and proportions of the existing dwelling and of the plot itself.  As the proposals are to the rear of the dwelling, no objections are raised to the impact the proposals would have upon the character of the area.

2.     In terms of the impact of the proposal upon the amenities of the neighbouring properties it has been noted that neither of the adjacent properties has any objections to the scheme.  Although No.1 is set at a slightly lower level and in front of the application site, it is not considered that the extension would result in any significant loss of amenity and should not appear overbearing when viewed from this property.  in term of No.3, this dwelling is set to the rear of No.2 and as such would not appear overbearing, this dwelling does however have two ground floor windows that would face the conservatory.  Both of these windows are obscure glazed and one of which is a doorway, given this, it is not considered that any objections are raised to the proposal with respect to the impact upon No.3.

3.     No objections are raised under Polices TR11and 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

2001/1211/CH

Case Officer:      Geoffrey Hugall

Date Received:     16-Jul-01     Decide by Date:     09-Sep-01

Parish:     Amersham - Little Chalfont     Ward:     Little Chalfont

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR B STREET AND MS L BARDELL

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Adjoining Green Belt

Unclassified road

THE APPLICATION

The application is to be a single storey rear extension effectively across the full width of the dwelling (a gap of approximately 0.15m is maintained to the boundary with the adjoining dwelling), with a first floor extension over half.  The extension would be 3.5m deep and at single storey level 2.5m in height, at first floor the extension would be level with the existing flank elevation with a ridge height below that of the existing rear dormer window.  The front extension would project out by 1m, would be 2.9m in width and to a ridge height of 2.9m.

TOWN COUNCIL

Recommend approve.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997 (including The Adopted Alterations May 2001): Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, H11, H13, H14, H15, H16, H17, TR11 & TR16.

ISSUES

1.     The design of the extension is considered acceptable and as it is a rear extension no objections are raised to its impact upon the street scene.

2.     The initial plans received showed the depth of the rear extension at approximately 3.8m, it was considered that this was too deep and would have led to an unacceptably adverse impact upon the adjoining property.  However, amended plans were received and the depth of the extension was reduced to approximately 3.5m, although not a significant reduction, this is now considered to be acceptable and as such should not result in any significant reduction in amenity for the occupier of the neighbouring property.  It is not considered that the extension would result in a loss of amenity for No.54 Westwood Drive, in this respect it is noted that this dwelling has had a single storey rear extension added and that there is the width of the two driveways in between.

3.     No objections are raised to the single storey front extension.

4.     No adverse car parking issues arise, provision is provided for three vehicles to park off-street, no objections are therefore raised under Polices 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 side elevations of extension.

(4) This permission shall relate to the submitted application form and plans as subsequently amended by the plans received by the Local Planning authority on the 6th September 2001.

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

2001/1221/CH

Case Officer:      Geoffrey Hugall

Date Received:     16-Jul-01     Decide by Date:     09-Sep-01

Parish:     Chalfont St Peter     Ward:     Austenwood

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      DR M PRUVENEERS C/O MR S JONES

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Chalfont St Peter-Firs Estate Conservation Area

Established Residential Area of Special Character - Local Plan Policy H4

Unclassified road

Northolt Airfield safeguarding zone

Mineral Consultation Area

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

90/5861/BN     Single storey extension, permitted development.

THE APPLICATION

The application is to erect a first floor side / rear extension.  This would have an eaves height to match the existing dwelling’s with a pitched roof over with a ridge height at 7.6m, 0.9m below that of the main dwelling.  The extension would be level with the existing main rear elevation and its flank elevation would be set in some 0.3m from the existing flank elevation of the dwelling.  It would be constructed over the existing single storey extension.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objections.

REPRESENTATIONS

Letter from neighbour at No.5 noting that the extension will –

1.     Take a lot of light from my house, garden and terrace and it will intrude on my privacy.

2.     Feel very encroached upon, there will be a big wall where there is now space.

3.     As there is less than one metre already between the boundaries it will make it even more claustrophobic.

4.     My house and patio will have very little sun, the whole extension will be very intrusive.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997 (including The Adopted Alterations May 2001): Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, CA1, H11, H13, H14, H15, H16, TR11 & TR16.

ISSUES

1.     The design of the extension is considered acceptable, respecting the scale and proportions of the existing dwelling and given its location at the rear of the dwelling would not appear intrusive in the context of the street scene and therefore is considered to maintain the character of the Conservation Area.  In this respect it is noted that a similar extension on the adjoining property, No.9, was approved under reference 92/0555/CH.

2.     The plans indicate a distance of over 1m is maintained to the boundary of the dwelling’s curtilage at first floor level.  However, from measurements taken on site it is considered that this distance is in fact slightly less than the minimum 1m required by Policy H11 and Policy H16.   As the proposed extension does not project any further to the side than the existing dwelling does and is only less than 1m at one point due to the splayed angle of the boundary between properties, it is not considered that the extension would result in any terracing effect occurring and as such it is felt, on balance, that in this instance no objections are raised under Policy H11 and Policy H16.

3.     Having noted the comments of the neighbour regarding the impact the extension would have upon No.5, it is not considered that the impact would be so significant so as to warrant refusing the application.  This neighbouring property has, adjacent to the proposed extension in its rear elevation, patio doors which are set in 1.15m from the flank elevation of their dwelling, above this is a bedroom window at first floor level, two small obscured glass windows face No.7in the rear projection of No.5, on the boundary is a fence 1.8m in height with vegetation over which adds approximately a further 0.2m.  Despite the proximity of the two-storey extension to the boundary, as the proposal is not particularly deep, not projecting any further to the rear than the existing dwelling at first floor level, although the tiled roof at ground floor level projects further, it is not considered that the proposal would appear excessively overbearing, although it is accepted that the extension would be clearly visible from No.5.  There should be no increased loss of privacy to No.5, given that the existing flat roofed ‘balcony’ area over the existing single storey projection is to be removed and that the proposed room is an en-suite bathroom.  Although the application site is located to the south of No.5, as the extension does not project beyond the existing two-storey rear projection, it is not considered that an objection in terms of loss of light could be sustained.  

4.     The gross floorspace of the existing dwelling is already over 120m2, as such no objections are raised under Polices TR11 and TR16 despite there being no off-street car parking facilities available on the site.

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 northern elevation of extension.

2001/1239/CH

Case Officer:      Geoffrey Hugall

Date Received:     19/07/01     Decide by Date:     12/09/01

Parish:     Chalfont St Giles     Ward:     Chalfont St Giles

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS SIMPSON

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Unclassified road

Mineral Consultation Area

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

THE APPLICATION

The application is to construct a first floor over the existing double garage.  The extension would reach a height of 5.7m with the front elevation extending the pitch of the roof over the existing garage.  The front elevation would have a dormer window installed, this window would be 2.6m in width (not accounting for the eaves) with a pitched roof over with a ridge at 5.7m.  At the rear the eaves height would be 4m.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objections.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997 (including The Adopted Alterations May 2001): Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, H11, H13, H14, H15, H16, H18, TR11 and TR16.

ISSUES

1.     The overall design of the extension is considered acceptable and should not result in any significantly adverse impact upon the street scene.  A distance of 1.5m is maintained at first floor level to the boundary of the dwelling’s curtilage, this is considered acceptable and is considered to be in accordance with the minimum 1m requirement of Policies H11 and H16, notwithstanding this the location of the extension is such that it would fall within the exceptions to this rule as stated in Policy H11.  The rear elevation of the extension will result in a Cherry tree being cut back somewhat, however, it is not considered that the works to the tree would have an impact upon the character of the area given that its removal should not be necessary.

2.     The design of the dormer window is considered acceptable, respecting the scale and proportions of the roofslope in which it is to be constructed.  No objections are raised under Policy H18.

3.     The proposal should not result in any significant loss of amenity for the neighbouring properties.  Although those dwellings on Orchard Road would be impacted upon most, it is not however considered that the impact would be so significant that a refusal would be warranted.  No objections are therefore raised under Polices GC1, GC2, GC3, H13 and H14.

4.     No adverse car parking issues arise, no objections under Polices 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 southern elevation of extension.

2001/1240/CH

Case Officer:      Iwan Jones

Date Received:     19/07/01     Decide by Date:     12/09/01

Parish:     Chesham     Ward:     St Marys

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      UNITED REFORMED CHURCH

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Chesham Conservation Area

Shopping Area PSF - Prop Alts - (all PSF deleted)

Shopping area - Rear Servicing - Chesham S12 - Proposed Alts

Unclassified road

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

CH/1298/77: Renewal and extension of toilet accommodation to rear. Conditional permission.

THE APPLICATION

The application relates to the installation of two handrails on the external steps of the Church. There are five steps present and each handrail would extend from ground level up to the top step. The measurement from ground level to the top step is 0.75m. The maximum height of each handrail would measure 0.86m above the top step and would measure approximately 1.5 long. Each handrail would measure 6cm in diameter.

TOWN COUNCIL

No objections.

CONSULTATIONS

Council’s Access Officer for Disabled: No comment.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997 (including The Adopted Alterations May 2001): Policies CA1 and CA2.

ISSUES

1.     The application site is located within a Conservation Area and the Shopping Area of Chesham 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 scale of the overall development proposed and to the height and length of each proposed handrail and given their thickness it is not considered that the handrails would be detrimental to the character and appearance of the Conservation Area or to the views within it.  

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) Prior to the commencement of the development, details of the proposed colour of the handrails hereby permitted shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The handrails shall thereafter be maintained in such colour or in an alternative colour which shall have previously been approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority.

Reason: To protect the character and appearance of the Conservation Area.

2001/1244/CH

Case Officer:      Kathryn York

Date Received:     20/07/01     Decide by Date:     13/09/01

Parish:     The Lee     Ward:     Cholesbury & The Lee

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR P HAGGART

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Green Belt settlement GB4

Within Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Unclassified road

Area of Special Advertisement Control

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

01/0865/CH  Single storey rear extension and rear conservatory.  Permitted.

THE APPLICATION

Proposes an amendment to planning permission 01/0865/CH.  The amendment comprises the enlargement of the conservatory.  The conservatory now measures 5.4m deep, as oppose to 4.7m and is larger in width replacing what was to have been an extension continuing the form of the existing dwelling.  There is to be no alteration in the height of the conservatory.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997 (including The Adopted Alterations May 2001): Policies GC1, GC3, GB2, GB4, Gb12, LSQ1, H13, H14, H15, H17, TR11 and TR16.

ISSUES

1.     The application site is located within a Row of Dwellings in the Green Belt, and in the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.  There are no objections to the proposed development in principle subject to compliance with the relevant local plan policies.  The principle of a rear conservatory and a single storey rear extension to this property has been established by the granting of planning permission 01/0865/CH.  The only issue for consideration is whether the proposed enlargement and alteration to the conservatory would be detrimental to either the amenities of the neighbouring residents or to the character of the surrounding area.

2.     There is adequate screening on the boundaries with both adjoining properties.  There will be no loss of amenity, and therefore no objections are raised in this respect.

3.     The conservatory is sited to the rear of the property.  There will be no adverse impact on either the street scene or the character of the surrounding area.  No objections are raised.

4.     Adequate parking provision exists within the curtilage of the site.  No objections raised.

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) C432 Materials - As on Plan or Subsequently Specified

2001/1245/CH

Case Officer:      Iwan Jones

Date Received:     23/07/01     Decide by Date:     16/09/01

Parish:     Little Missenden - Holmer Green     Ward:     Holmer Green

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR & MRS DYE

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Adjoining Green Belt

Class C Road

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

CH/2052/82: Single storey rear extension and two storey side extension. Conditional permission. Part implemented. Note that the implemented part of this application will be demolished to make way for proposed conservatory.

THE APPLICATION

The application relates to the erection of a conservatory to the rear elevation. It would measure 4.1m wide, 5m deep and to a height of 3.35m. It would replace an existing glazed structure.

PARISH COUNCIL

Approve.

REPRESENTATIONS

One letter received raising no objection so long as the height of the hedge remains the same on the north western boundary.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997 (including The Adopted Alterations May 2001): Policies GC1, GC3, H13, H14, H15, TR11 and TR16

ISSUES

1.     The application site is located 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.     No impact on street scene as located to rear. No objection under Policy H13.

3.     The amenities of the neighbouring property No.40 would not be affected as no overlooking would occur due to the 3m high evergreen hedge on the boundary between the two properties. No objections raised in relation to Policies GC3 and H14.

4.     The design of the proposed conservatory is considered to be a great improvement over the existing glass structure and would relate better to the existing dwelling. No objection raised in relation to Policies GC1 and H15.

5.     Three parking spaces can be provided within the curtilage of the site. No objections under 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) C432 Materials - As on Plan or Subsequently Specified

2001/1246/CH

Case Officer:      Geoffrey Hugall

Date Received:     23/07/01     Decide by Date:     16/09/01

Parish:     Amersham - Little Chalfont     Ward:     Little Chalfont

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR BRADBURN

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Adjoining Green Belt

Unclassified road

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

AM/1268/53     Additions, permitted development.

AM/1386/73     Extension for garage and utility room.

THE APPLICATION

The proposed conservatory would be set in between two existing bay windows.  It would be a total of 2.96m in depth, although only 1.8m of which would project beyond the rear of the bay windows.  The overall width of the conservatory would be 3.68.  Its maximum height would be 3.4m.

TOWN COUNCIL

Recommend approve.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997 (including The Adopted Alterations May 2001): Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, H13, H14, H15, H17, TR11 and TR16.

ISSUES

1.     The design of the conservatory is considered acceptable, respecting the scale and proportions of the existing dwelling and would not have an adverse impact upon the character of the area.  No objections are raised under Polices GC1, H13, H15 and H17.

2.     No adverse impact would occur to any of the neighbouring properties.  No objections are therefore raised under Policies GC2, GC3, H13 and H14.

3.     No car parking implications are raised by this conservatory.

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

2001/1247/CH

Case Officer:      Geoffrey Hugall

Date Received:     23/07/01     Decide by Date:     16/09/01

Parish:     Chalfont St Peter     Ward:     Austenwood

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MRS WAYNE

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Established Residential Area of Special Character - Local Plan Policy H4

Unclassified road

Northolt Airfield safeguarding zone

Mineral Consultation Area

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

AM/57/64     Garage, approved.

94/5801/CH     Loft conversion, permitted development.

THE APPLICATION

The conservatory would be located on the front of the dwelling and its flank elevation would be level with the north-eastern elevation of the existing dwelling.  It would project 3.3m and would be 3.5m in width, although at the front elevation the conservatory would be 2.6m in width and would angle at 450 to join the dwelling at a projection of 2m to account for an existing window in the flank elevation of the dwelling.  The conservatory would not project further forward than the main dwelling.  It would be a maximum of 3.6m in height.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objection.

REPRESENTATIONS

Letter from neighbour at ‘Wescott’ objecting –

1.     The Ridgeway is part of an area designated as of special architectural interest, containing distinctive Edwardian houses, on or two after the style of the architect C. F. A. Voisey.

2.     A PVC conservatory built by Anglian Home Improvements would not be in keeping with the style of the house and character of the area because of both the shallow roof design and inappropriate materials used.

3.     The proposed construction would adversely affect the street scene and be out of character with the area.

4.     We are sure that a suitable alternative could  be envisaged using appropriate materials and a design in keeping with the Edwardian style of the property.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997 (including The Adopted Alterations May 2001): Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, H4, H13, H14, H15, H17, TR11 and TR16.

ISSUES

1.     As the conservatory is on the front elevation and as there is no substantial screening the proposal would be visible within the street scene, consequently it has to be considered whether the proposal would be so harmful to the area to warrant withholding planning permission.   Having regard to the representations made by the neighbour, it is considered that, on balance, although on the front elevation of the dwelling, the conservatory is relatively small scale and given that it does not project further forward than the forward most part of the existing dwelling, it is not considered that the proposal would appear so intrusive or objectionable within the context of the surrounding area that would warrant a refusal of the application.  As such, no objections are raised under Polices GC1, H13, H15 and H17.

2.     The amenities of the neighbouring properties are not significantly affected, no objections under Policies GC2, GC3, H13 and H14.

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

2001/1248/CH

Case Officer:      Iwan Jones

Date Received:     23/07/01     Decide by Date:     16/09/01

Parish:     Chalfont St Peter     Ward:     Gold Hill

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR & MRS K YOUNG

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Unclassified road

Mineral Consultation Area

Northolt Airfield safeguarding zone

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

95/0970/CH: Conversion of garage to provide additional living accommodation with new pitched roof over. Permitted and implemented.

THE APPLICATION

The application relates to the erection of a single storey extension to the front elevation measuring 5.8m wide, 1.3m deep and to a lean-to roof height of 3.6m.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objection.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997 (including The Adopted Alterations May 2001): Policies GC1, GC3, H13, H14, H15, TR11 and TR16.

ISSUES

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

2.     As the extension would only project beyond the existing front elevation by 0.7m it is considered that it would not have a detrimental impact upon the character and appearance of the street scene. No objection raised in relation to Policy H13(ii).

3.     Having regard to the scale, depth and height of the extension the amenities of any neighbouring properties would not be affected. No objection raised in relation to Policies GC3 and H14.

4.     Compliance would also be achieved with Policies GC1 and H15.

5.     Sufficient parking space provided within the site to comply with the Council’s standards. No objection 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

2001/1249/CH

Case Officer:      Kathryn York

Date Received:     23/07/01     Decide by Date:     16/09/01

Parish:     Penn     Ward:     Penn

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR T GRIFFITH

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Adjoining Green Belt

Unclassified road

Mineral Consultation Area

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

CH/537/75  Extension.  Permitted and implemented.

94/0316/CH  Rear conservatory.  Permitted and implemented.

THE APPLICATION

Proposes a two storey side extension measuring 3m x 5.28m, with a hipped roof matching the height of the existing roof.

PARISH COUNCIL

No comments.

CONSULTATIONS

South Bucks District Council: No objection provided adequate protective measures are taken with regard to the tress on site and adequate parking can be provided off road.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997 (including The Adopted Alterations May 2001): Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, H11, H13, H14, H15, H16, TR11 and 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.     There are no principal windows in the facing flank elevation of the neighbouring property.  There are several trees to the rear of the extension which currently prevent a large degree of overlooking.  These trees will require some trimming as a result of the extension, however it is not considered that there will be a significant loss of privacy to the occupiers of the neighbouring property.  No objections are raised.

3.     The extension remains 2.2m from the boundary with the neighbouring property, in accordance with Policies TR11 and TR16.  Several other properties along the road are extended close to both side boundaries.  The extension is set back from the main front elevation and is subordinate in size and scale to the main house. No objections are raised in relation to Polices GC1 and H15.

4.     Adequate parking space exists within the curtilage of the site.  No objections are raised.

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.

2001/1253/CH

Case Officer:      Ray Martin

Date Received:     23/07/01     Decide by Date:     16/09/01

Parish:     Great Missenden - Prestwood     Ward:     Prestwood

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS G M CRONIN

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

98/0071/CH  Rear conservatory.  Permitted and implemented.

THE APPLICATION

Proposal comprises lengthening of garage so its front and rear elevations are level with the main front and rear walls of the house and the construction of a first floor extension over this.  The first floor addition would be to the same height as the existing dwelling and would be to the same width as the garage, which is located at least 1.3 metres from the flank boundary of the site.   Front canopy to be 6.3m wide over entrance and garage.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objections.

REPRESENTATIONS

Occupier of immediate neighbouring property to the south does not object in principle and notes that other properties in the close have had similar extensions.  However, concerned that the cumulative impact of these extensions is to give a terraced effect, unlike any other properties on this part of the estate.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997 (including The Adopted Alterations May 2001): Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, H13, H14, H15, H16, LSQ1, TR11, TR16.

ISSUES

1.     The application site is located within the built-up area of Prestwood wherein residential extensions can be acceptable in principle provided they are not visually intrusive in the street scene or detrimental to the amenities of neighbours.

2.     The site is also within the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, but given its location within the settlement of Prestwood, it is not considered that the proposal has any implications for the scenic beauty of the landscape.

3.     In this case, the proposal primarily comprises a first floor extension over the attached garage at the side of the dwelling.  This addition would be of a design and materials to match the existing dwelling and would be located in excess of one metre from the flank boundary of the site.  As such, it is not considered that it would appear unduly cramped or visually intrusive.  Moreover, it is noted that two other properties in this Close have already constructed similar extensions.  No objection raised to proposed front canopy.

4.     The extension faces the blank flank wall of the neighbouring property.  As such it would not be dominant or overbearing in appearance and would not lead to any significant loss of light.  The proposed rear window would cause some overlooking of the neighbouring rear garden, but this would not result in any significant loss of privacy in comparison with the current situation.

5.     In relation to parking, the property presently has two spaces, one in the garage and a forecourt space to this.  The proposed development increases the size of the dwelling wherein a third space is required under the Council’s standards.  This could be provided by widening the forecourt and therefore, no objections are raised in these terms.

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 development hereby permitted shall not be occupied or brought into use until garaging and 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 garaging/parking of vehicles clear of the highway.

(4) The use of the land for car parking shall not be commenced until the site has been drained, compacted and surfaced to make it suitable for the parking of vehicles and laid out in accordance with the approved plans. These parking areas shall thereafter be permanently reserved for parking purposes.

Reason: To ensure that adequate parking facilities are provided within the curtilage of the site and to avoid danger and inconvenience to highway users.

(5) The extended garage hereby permitted shall be reserved for the parking of vehicles and shall not be converted to provide additional living accommodation or used for any other purpose.

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

2001/1254/CH

Case Officer:      Kathryn York

Date Received:     23/07/01     Decide by Date:     16/09/01

Parish:     Penn     Ward:     Penn

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR PAUL THOMAS

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Adjoining Green Belt

adjoining Heritage Woodland

Unclassified road

adjoining a SINC - NC1

adj Biological Notification site

Mineral Consultation Area

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

CH/486/76  Dormer window and small extension.  Permitted and implemented.

93/0647/CH  Rear conservatory.  Permitted – Not implemented.

THE APPLICATION

Proposes front porch measuring 1.8m x 0.8m, with a pitched roof 3.5m high; and a single storey side extension incorporating garage measuring 3.1m wide x 10.75m deep, with a dummy pitched roof to the front 3.2m high and a flat roof to the rear.

PARISH COUNCIL

No comments.

CONSULTATIONS

South Bucks District Council: No objection

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997 (including The Adopted Alterations May 2001): Policies GC1, GC3, H13, H14, H15, H17, TR11 and 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.     There is adequate screening on the boundary with the neighbouring properties.  No objections are raised in this respect.

3.     The proposed side extension is to replace an existing dilapidated timber lean-to shed, and the dummy pitch at the front will considerably improve the overall appearance of the property.  The front porch is suitably small scale.  No objections are raised in this respect.

4.     Adequate parking space exists within the curtilage of the site.  No objections are raised.

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

2001/1256/CH

Case Officer:      Ray Martin

Date Received:     23/07/01     Decide by Date:     16/09/01

Parish:     Great Missenden     Ward:     Prestwood

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS O'BRIEN

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Adjoining Green Belt

Within Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

adjoining Ancient Woodland

Unclassified road

adj Biological Notification site

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

93/1024/CH  First floor rear extension and dormer window in front elevation.  Permitted, but not implemented.

99/0415/CH  Dormer window in front elevation, first floor rear extension and single storey side extension incorporating additional garage.  Permitted, dormer and garage extension implemented.

01/0677/CH  Two storey and first floor extension to create two storey dwelling.  Refused because excessive in size and bulk and close to boundary so resulting in a cramped form of development to the detriment of the visual amenities of the locality.

THE APPLICATION

Proposal comprises infilling area behind garages at ground floor to level with the existing rearmost wall of the dwelling; and the erection of a first floor element over a significant proportion of the existing and proposed side and rear ground floor projections.  As such, a first floor side projection of about 4 metres in width is proposed along with a rear ward projection of up to 5 metres.  The height of the extension would be 5.5 metres, which is the same height as the existing roof, but rather than being fully pitched, the roof will comprise dummy pitched surrounding a flat roof.  The existing garage wall is about 0.4 metre from the flank boundary of the site.  The previous application showed this extended to the boundary with first floor accommodation over.  This proposal omits first floor accommodation over the garage closest to the boundary and accordingly the first floor element is now set 3.4 metres off this boundary.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objections.

REPRESENTATIONS

Occupier of immediate neighbouring property to the south objects because any extension to the rear of the garage would be too close to their boundary.

Occupiers of two nearby properties object because extensions would not be in keeping with surrounding properties.  It is too large and would be an overdevelopment, detrimental to the character and appearance of the locality.  The proposed balcony would overlook neighbours.

CONSULTATIONS

Wycombe District Council: No objections.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997 (including The Adopted Alterations May 2001): Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, LSQ1, H13, H14, H15, H16, H18, TR11, TR16.

ISSUES

1.     The application site is within the built-up area of Great Kingshill wherein residential extensions can be acceptable provided they are not visually intrusive in the street scene, or detrimental to the amenities of neighbouring properties.  The site is also within the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, but given its location within an existing settlement in a residential road, it is not considered that the proposal has any implications for the scenic beauty of the landscape.

2.     The site is one of a group of bungalows that have reasonable distances to their flank boundaries creating a spacious form of development.  The proposed extension maintains the height of the existing dwelling and unlike the previous proposal refused under reference 01/0677/CH now incorporates a significant gap to the boundary from the proposed first floor accommodation. Accordingly, whilst it was previously considered that the proposal represented an overdevelopment of the site to the detriment of the character and appearance of the locality, this objection has now been overcome.

3.     The rear addition close to the northern boundary of the site is similar to that previously approved under 99/0415/CH, which remains extant.  As such it is not considered that the proposal would adversely affect the amenities of this neighbour.  To the south, the addition, although close to the neighbour now remains single storey and adjoins the blank side wall of that property such that it would not be dominant or overbearing in appearance and would not lead to any significant loss of light.  The proposal would cause some overlooking from rear elevation windows, but this would not significantly worsen the present circumstances at the site and therefore, it is not considered that this development would be detrimental to the amenities of the occupiers of neighbouring properties.

4.     There is more than adequate on site parking to meet the Council’s standards.

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) Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995 (or any Order revoking or re-enacting that Order, with or without modification), no windows/dormer windows other than those expressly authorised by this permission, or as subsequently agreed in writing by the local planning authority, shall be inserted or constructed at any time at first floor level or above in the north west and/or south east elevations of the extension hereby permitted.

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

2001/1257/CH

Case Officer:      Andrew Fuller

Date Received:     23/07/01     Decide by Date:     16/09/01

Parish:     Chalfont St Peter     Ward:     Austenwood

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MRS H J RADBURN

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Unclassified road

Northolt Airfield safeguarding zone

Mineral Consultation Area

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

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

85/1504/CH   Single storey extension.   Permitted Development.

THE APPLICATION

A two-storey side extension over the existing single storey side element. The structure will extend the full length of the property (12.5m) plus an additional 0.9m to the front (under the generously deep eaves). The structure will be 3m wide (flush with the flank of the existing single storey side element) and capped with a roof, hipped to match the existing. The new build will include an integral garage to the front and a single-storey extension to the back (4.3m wide and 2.7m deep, capped by a mono pitch roof at 3.7m in height).

PARISH COUNCIL

No objections.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997 (including The Adopted Alterations May 2001): Policies GC1, GC2, GC3, H11, H13, H14, H15, H11 and H16.

ISSUES

1.     Priory Way is located in the built up area of Chalfont St. Peter, comprising pairs of inter-war semi-detached houses, which have mostly retained their original character and form. The design of the proposed extension is in keeping with the existing house, in terms of proportions, roof slope and materials. The resulting two-storey extension would be 1.2m from the boundary with No. 3, and is not dissimilar to the two-storey side extensions constructed at No’s. 4, 9 and 11. As such this project will blend in well with the pattern of built form that has evolved through similar schemes over the past few years in Priory Way. The proposal as such is considered acceptable adhering to Local Plan Policy GC1, H11, H15 and H16.

2.     The flank of No. 2 and 3 face one another and although the distance between them will be reduced, side windows will not threaten neighbouring amenity should the first floor window be obscure glazed. The close board fence to the boundary and windowless single storey extension to this neighbouring property render the ground floor windows to the side acceptable.

3.     The single storey rear extension is not excessive in depth and although the rear gardens only have moderate fencing which allow clear vision across gardens, the structure will not be considered detrimental to the privacy of neighbours and is not considered detrimental to the amenity of the area. As such Local Plan Policy GC3, H13 and H14 have not been breached.

4.     The property will have a single integral garage and forecourt 5m wide (adequate for two cars astride) and therefore Local Plan Policy TR11 and TR16 has been complied with.

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) C176 Obscure glass in single first floor window in south elevation

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

(5) The existing parking provision on the site comprising two forecourt spaces and an integral garage shall be perminantly retained for the parking of vehicles, and the garage shall not be converted at any time to provide additional living accomodation.

Reason: In order to ensure that sufficient off-street parking is available for the extended property, to enable the parking of vehicles clear of all carriageways.

2001/1258/CH

Case Officer:      Kathryn York

Date Received:     23/07/01     Decide by Date:     16/09/01

Parish:     Chesham     Ward:     Newtown

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS T YEARDYE

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Adjoining Green Belt

Unclassified road

Thames Water - groundwater protection zone

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

92/536/CH  Single storey front extension approved and implemented.

95/793/CH  Rear conservatory and first floor rear extension approved.

00/536/CH  Dormer window in front elevation approved.

THE APPLICATION

Proposes detached garage and stores measuring 3.2m x 6.4m, with a pitched roof measuring a maximum of 3.7m high.

TOWN COUNCIL

No objections.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997 (including The Adopted Alterations May 2001): Policies GC1, GC3, H13, H14, H15, H20, TR11 and TR16.

ISSUES

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

2.     The proposed garage runs alongside the boundary with the neighbouring property – No. 24, which is set lower in the plot.  Notwithstanding that part of the garage overhangs the boundary with the neighbouring property, no.24 is angled away from the boundary, and it is not considered that the garage will have a visually intrusive or overbearing appearance for the occupiers of the this property.  No windows are proposed in the facing flank elevation, and therefore no objections are raised in this respect.

3.     The garage is located behind an existing flat roofed carport, and will not be detrimental to the character of the street scene.  No objections are raised in this respect.

4.     Adequate parking space exists within the curtilage of the application site.  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) C433 Materials - General Details

(3) Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995 (or any Order revoking or re-enacting that Order, with or without modification), no windows/dormer windows other than those expressly authorised by this permission, or as subsequently agreed in writing by the local planning authority, shall be inserted or constructed at any time in the south east elevation of the garage and stores hereby permitted.

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

(4) C196 Ancillary residential buildings at 26 Greenway - garage

(5) C134 Single plan amended by plan (no GW - 0601 - 02. Rev. A.) received on 16/08/01.

(1) INFORMATIVE -  The applicant is advised that the permission of the owners of No. 24 Greenway must be obtained prior to the commencement of the works hereby permitted. Furthermore, it has been brought to the Council's attention that the stability of the retaining wall should be checked before carrying out the development hereby permitted.

2001/1259/CH

Case Officer:      Ray Martin

Date Received:     24/07/01     Decide by Date:     17/09/01

Parish:     Great Missenden - Prestwood     Ward:     Prestwood

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      MR AND MRS R BRABER

SITE CONSTRAINTS

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

Adjoining Green Belt

Within Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Unclassified road

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

93/1383/CH  Single storey rear extension.  Permitted and implemented.  

THE APPLICATION

Proposal comprises conservatory at rear of dwelling alongside single storey rear extension permitted under 93/1383/CH.  It would be 2.1 metres wide, 3.15 metres deep, with a lean-to roof to a height of 2.8 metres.  The conservatory would be located about 4 metres from the flank boundary of the site.

PARISH COUNCIL

No objections.

POLICIES

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997 (including The Adopted Alterations May 2001): Policies GC1, GC3, H13, H14, H15, H17, LSQ1, TR11, TR16.

ISSUES

1.     The application site is located within the built-up area of Prestwood wherein residential extensions can be acceptable in principle provided they are not visually intrusive in the street scene or detrimental to the amenities of neighbours.

2.     The site is also within the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, but given its location within the settlement of Prestwood, it is not considered that the proposal has any implications for the scenic beauty of the landscape.

3.     In this case, the proposal comprises a small conservatory located behind the existing dwelling that would not be visible in the street scene.  It is located well clear of the neighbouring property and is screened by a boundary fence.  Therefore, the development would not be visually intrusive or in any way detrimental to the amenities of neighbours.

4.     The existing dwelling is already over 120 square metres in floor area and as such the proposal has no implications under the Council’s car parking standards.

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

2001/1260/CH

Case Officer:      Iwan Jones

Date Received:     23/07/01     Decide by Date:     16/09/01

Parish:     Amersham     Ward:     Amersham Town

App Type:     Application for Listed Building Consent

Applicant:      MRS P E BOWMAN

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Amersham Old Town Conservation Area

Green Belt other than GB4 or GB5 settlement

Within Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Historic Park or Garden

adjoining Ancient Woodland

Unclassified road

Area of Special Advertisement Control

Grade 2 Listed Building

THE APPLICATION

An application has been submitted for listed building consent for the removal of a boiler cupboard and external flue to the rear elevation and the installation of a replacement enlarged ground floor window in the west elevation. The building is of Grade II status.

TOWN COUNCIL

Approve.

CONSULTATIONS

Historic Buildings Officer: The application affects the rear of the former coach house, the service building furthest away from the mansion at Shardeloes, and is not visible to anyone except the owner. The boiler house was added recently, at the time when the coach house was converted to residential use, and its removal can only enhance the listed building and help to restore the rear wall to its former appearance. The window to be altered is also understood to be of the same date as the conversion. Enlarging it by lowering the sill, as proposed, simply repeats a fenestration pattern already established in the building, and does not further affect its historic character. There are therefore no objections to these proposals on listed building grounds.  

POLICIES

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

The Adopted Chiltern District Local Plan - 1997 (including The Adopted Alterations May 2001): Policy LB1.

ISSUES

1.     The Historic Buildings Officer’s comments are noted and no objection is raised to the proposal as it is considered that the works would improve the appearance of the building. The removal of the boiler cupboard would restore more of the original features of the building whilst enlarging the window would match the existing fenestration of the building. No objection raised in relation to Policy LB1.

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) C435 Listed Building Materials - Affecting Exterior

2001/1261/CH

Case Officer:      Iwan Jones

Date Received:     24/07/01     Decide by Date:     17/09/01

Parish:     Great Missenden - Prestwood     Ward:     Prestwood

App Type:     Full application

Applicant:      TREVOR KEMP

SITE CONSTRAINTS

Established Residential Area of Special Character - Local Plan Policy H4

Within Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Unclassified road

RELEVANT PLANNING HISTORY

AM/885/66: Extension over double garage. Refused.

THE APPLICATION

The application relates to the erection of a part two storey/part single storey side extension to the south eastern elevation. It would measure an overall depth of 11.7m, 5.3m wide and to a pitched roof height of 5.8m. The two storey element would not project beyond the existing front or rear elevations. Two dormer windows are proposed on both the front and rear elevations of the extension. The existing double garage would be demolished, but the proposal does include a replacement. All proposed materials would match those of the existing dwelling.  

PARISH COUNCIL

No objection subject to the Council satisfying themselves that the proposal would not constitute an over-development of the site.

REPRESENTATIONS

One letter of concern noting;

1.     Single storey extension will not hinder access and excavations will not have effect.