Address:       36 Northcroft, Sandy, SG19 1JJ

Proposed extensions to the side and rear.

Applicant:     Mr Harper

The Committee had before it a report regarding Planning Application No. CB/18/01764/FULL for proposed extensions to the side and rear at 36 Northcroft, Sandy, SG19 1JJ.

In advance of consideration of the application the Committee’s attention was drawn to additional consultation/publicity responses and additional comments as set out in the Late Sheet as well as representations from public speakers.

It was noted that Cllr Smith spoke as a Ward Member for this application, following which he left the meeting.

Members discussed the following points

•          Concerns were raised by Objectors and Ward Members to the scale of the proposed extension. It was stated that the extension was overbearing on the neighbouring property and would cause loss of light as well as impacting on the neighbours’ amenity space. The Planning Officer responded that after discussion with the Applicant, the original application was amended to reduce the projection by 5.5mtrs and feature a subservient roofline which is now considered acceptable.

•           Members discussed the objection based on loss of light and questioned the accuracy of the 45 degree rule as shown on the plans. The Planning Officer stated that the issue had been looked into and was confident that the representation on the plans was correct and properly assessed.

•           Members discussed the point raised that the property was already over developed and not in keeping. It was noted that the property had been previously extended over the years but given the age of the property that was to be expected. It was stated that as most of the extension would be to the rear of the property, the area that would be seen from the from street scene would not have a harmful impact on the surrounding area.

•           Cllr Young was not present for this item and he did not vote.

On being put to the vote for APPROVAL, 9 voted in favour, 0 against and 2 abstained.

RESOLVED

That the Planning Application No. CB/18/01764/FULL at 36 Northcroft, Sandy, SG19 1JJ be approved as set out in the Schedule attached to these minutes.