Planning precedent report

Demolition of existing dwelling and construction of new dwelling on this site, including associated site works

Entrance porch and variation to window / rooflights previously granted permission under file 02/2665

Alterations to first floor roof to provide dormer window with balcony and all associated site works

For development at a site of approximately 0.84 Ha. The proposed development principally consists of: the demolition of the existing dwelling known as ‘The Pines’ and the adjacent storage building (approximately 155 sq m); the change of use and refurbishment of the 2-storey builders’ merchant retail store building (and yard) to office (631.3 sq m); and the construction of 25 No. residential dwellings (9 No. 2-bed, 10 No. 3-bed and 6 No. 4-bed) as houses and duplexes in structures of 2 No. storeys to 3 No. storeys (plus habitable attic over) (3,130.1 sq m). The development also comprises: refurbishment of the builders’ merchant retail store building to include internal reconfigurations, external alterations to elevations and roof, and signage; new site access at Marlton Road, bridge to traverse existing watercourse and internal road network; upgrades to footpaths and junctions at St Patrick’s Road, Marlton Road and Abbey Street, including a new uncontrolled pedestrian crossing at St Patrick’s Road; 63 No. car parking spaces (incorporating 5 No. existing spaces); cycle parking spaces; refuse stores; hard and soft landscaping including public open space, communal amenity space and private amenity space (as gardens and balconies/terraces); boundary treatments; public lighting; and all associated works above and below ground

Proposed alterations and extension to existing 149.6m2 dwelling. Works include 1. The demolition of an existing C. 36.5m2 single storey extension to the side. 2. A c.41m2 proposed extension to the front / side of existing house to accommodate a new entrance, bedroom, en-suite, dressing and snug area. 3. Modifications to existing plan and elevations. 4. Extension to existing raised patio area and all associated landscaping works / raised planters. 5. Connections to existing services and all associated site works

Vehicular access, residential parking yard together with all associated site development works