Agenda item

Planning Application 17/00520/FUL - Weaver Cottage, Wiltown, Curry Rivel.

Minutes:

(Councillor Sylvia Seal returned to the meeting)

Proposal: remove and replace part single storey and part two storey rear extensions. Replace existing garage with new garage.

The Area Lead presented the application as detailed in the agenda report. He noted the planning concerns were regarding the length of the extension when viewed from the south, and the overall size. He also advised that the impact on neighbours was not felt so great as to be a second reason for refusal.

Agent, Mr D Pyle, addressed members noting the principle of the extension was accepted but the design was a concern. He clarified that the 9m length of the extension referred to in the report was from the original building and included a 100 year old extension which was being retained. The plans were explained and what the family were hoping to achieve. It was noted the proposal would improve the overall appearance and it was not felt there was any negative impact.

Ward member, Councillor Tiffany Osborne, noted the proposal was a matter of perspective, and would be a tidy up of the property. She supported the proposal and highlighted that the immediate neighbour and Parish Council had no objections.

During a short discussion, members expressed support for the proposal and comments included:

· Will tidy up the mix of extensions already there.

· In favour but would prefer to see natural stone rather than render. Feel enough local stone could be sourced.

In response to comments made, the Area Lead noted the neighbours extension had a rendered gable end with a stone side. He commented that enough stone could probably be sourced for the south elevation, however, he did not feel there was a need to insist on stone given the mix on extensions of other nearby properties.

At the conclusion of debate it was proposed to approve the application as it was not considered to have any adverse impact. The Area Lead suggested wording for the justification, and that conditions would be required for:

· time limit

· compliance with plans

· external materials

On being put to the vote the proposal to approve the application, subject to the conditions and justification as detailed by the Area Lead, was carried unanimously.

RESOLVED:

That planning application 17/00520/FUL be APPROVED, contrary to the officer recommendation, subject to the following:

Justification:

The proposal would have no adverse impact on the character and appearance of the existing cottage or the character of the locality. As such the proposal complies with policy EQ2 of the South Somerset Local Plan and the policies contained within the National Planning Policy Framework.

Subject to the following conditions:

01. The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.

Reason: To accord with the provisions of section 91(1) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.

02. Excepted where required otherwise by other conditions the development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans: 522 (00)01 A; 522 (00) 03 C and 522 (00) 04 A

Reason: For the avoidance of doubt and in the interests of proper planning.

03. Prior to the construction the extension hereby approved details of materials (including the provision of samples where appropriate) to be used for the external walls and roofs shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Once approved such details shall be fully implemented unless agreed otherwise in writing by the Local Planning Authority.

Reason: To safeguard the character and appearance of the area in accordance with policy EQ2 of the South Somerset Local Plan 2006-2028.

(Voting: Unanimous)

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