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Two storey pitched roof side extension, dormer windows to rear, and single storey rear extensions (resubmission) [Acomb Ward] [Site Visit]

Members considered an application from Mr David Richardson for a two storey pitched roof side extension, single storey rear extension with dormer windows and covered courtyard (resubmission).

Representations were received from the applicant in support of the application. She circulated an occupational therapist’s report and a personal statement explaining her health problems and reasons for needing more space in the house. She stated that she had originally applied for planning permission a year previously and had worked with planning officers and made compromises on the original scheme which had been rejected as it was deemed to high.

Representations were also received from Councillor Tracey Simpson-Laing in support of the application. She drew Members’ attention to the applicant’s heath problems as the reasons behind the application. She referred to the occupational therapist’s statement which highlighted the need for a ground floor toilet and walk in shower and the future need for a downstairs bedroom and space for a carer. In respect of the design of the extension she referred to other houses in the vicinity with a terracing effect.

Members recognised the need in this case to consider both the applicant’s health problems and planning policy and to determine whether there were special circumstances in this case to warrant a deviation from normal policy. They asked that, should the application be approved, the reason for approval should outline the extenuating circumstances.

Discussion to place about the proposed roof line and height of the development. Members noted that it was important to consider the design in relationship to the next door and neighbouring properties and noted that there had been no objections from residents. 

RESOLVED:

That the application be approved subject to the conditions listed below.

  1           The development shall be begun not later than the expiration of the three years from the date of this permission.

               Reason:  To ensure compliance with Sections 91 to 93 and Section 56 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 as amended by section 51 of the Compulsory Purchase Act 2004.

 2            The development hereby permitted shall be carried out only in accordance with the following plans:-

                 Rich/March/02 Revision D rec'd 01 April 2009

               or any plans or details subsequently agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority as amendment to the approved plans.

               Reason: For the avoidance of doubt and to ensure that the development is carried out only as approved by the Local Planning Authority.

 3         Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 1995 (or any order revoking or re-enacting that Order), no door, window or other opening additional to those shown on the approved plans shall at any time be inserted in the side elevation of the extensions.

               Reason:  In the interests of the amenities of occupants of adjacent residential properties.

REASON:

The proposal, subject to the conditions listed above, would not cause undue harm to residential amenity and the appearance of the street scene.  In reaching this decision the Members of the Sub-Committee acknowledged that the proposal did not comply with the guidance contained within the 'Guide to extensions and alterations to private dwelling houses' Supplementary Planning Guidance in respect of the roof-line however they considered that in this case that the applicant had demonstrated personal circumstances which outweighed the guidance.  The Area Sub-Committee considered Policies H7 and GP1 of the City of York Development Control Local Plan when determining the application.