Issue - meetings

Single storey extension to rear elevation and change of use from C3 to sui-generis, 6 bedrooms, 7 occupants House in Multiple Occupation

A written representation from Clare Selwood, a local resident in objection to the application, was read by Alec Dubberley, Service Manager – Democratic Services.

Matthew Edwards–Silk, Director of Silk Projects (The Applicant), spoke in support of the application.

The Head of Development and Place introduced the report.  He informed Members that further to the publication of the report he had received 11 representations, however they raised no new material planning considerations to those already contained within the report.

Following debate, the Committee resolved not to grant permission for the proposed development. An alternative proposal to refuse planning permission was moved and duly seconded and it was

RESOLVED:

To Refuse the application for the following reason:

1.    The proposed development would, by reason of the intensification of the use of the site, have an adverse impact upon the residential amenity of adjoining and nearby residents and the character of the area. The proposal would also result in additional demands for very limited on street car parking, to the detriment of existing residents.  The development would therefore be contrary to Policy LPD32 – Amenity