Planning precedent report

Planning permission is sought for the demolition of the front and rear extensions of a single-storey derelict end of terrace cottage and the construction of a new front extension, set back from the street edge and the front boundary line, and a rear extension with hipped roofs and the reconfiguration of the internal layout to comprise a one-bedroom dwelling and all ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development.

The development will consist of the renovation and the extension to the front and rear of existing derelict cottage to create a two bedroom single storey house.

The development consists of a dormer roof extension to the rear of the property to accommodate a studio / bedroom and restroom. There is also provision for improved vertical circulation in the house via an extension return to the rear at first floor level providing improved access to the attic room level. There is a provision for an increase in the overall height of building of 150mm above the existing roof ridge level to the rear of the property. The dormer extension will be set back behind the existing roof ridge level so as not to been seen from Rialto Street. Other works include modified roof light over kitchen area and improved access to the courtyard to the rear of the property at ground floor level. Renovation and alterations to the existing buildings including all associated site works.

RETENTION: Permission for attic conversion to non habitable storage with dormer to rear of existing roof and ancillary works.

(a) the removal of an existing single-storey rear extension and construction of a new single-storey rear extension maintaining existing size of private open-space/courtyard with modified positioning; (b) attic conversion to habitable room with rear dormer construction beneath existing ridge line and existing ground floor level to be reduced down to accommodate building regulations; (c) renovation and alterations to the existing building including all associated ancillary site works.

Planning permission is sought for a two storey extension (ground floor kitchen with first floor bathroom) with attic dormer to rear of the existing terraced dwelling house, with ancillary site works.