OFFICERS REPORT - DELEGATED Ref No: 051092 Case Officer: Mr A P Walker Proposal: Listed Building Application - installation of replacement windows and the replacement of the existing concrete driveway with gravel Location: Black Gates Lodge, Wrexham Road, Pontblyddyn, Mold, CH7 4HF Applicant: Mrs Judith White Date Valid: 7 August 2013 Expiry Date: 2 October 2013 Consultation & Responses Local Member: Councillor R Hughes – no comments received Leeswood Community Council: Supports the application Head of Public Protection: No objection Head of Assets and Transportation: Natural Resources Wales: No objection The Georgian Group: No objection subject to amendments to window detailing Relevant History & Policies: 199/86 – LBC application for extension and garage – Permit 1986 95/95 – Extension – Refused 1995 050844 - Erection of kennels and garden store for residential purposes – Permit 2013 050843 - Temporary placement of a static caravan – Permit 2013 The proposal would comply with the above policies. Planning Appraisal: The property is situated within the open countryside, approximately 1km South East of the town of Mold. The listed building comprises two lodges, known locally as ‘Heaven’ and ‘Hell’, and date back to c1726. 1 The proposal principally involves the following works to ‘Heaven’: The replacement of the existing rotten timber windows on the side elevation with softwood timber painted, single glazed windows The replacement of the existing windows and door on the rear elevation with softwood timber painted, single glazed windows and softwood timber French doors. Removal of the existing concrete hardstanding drive and replacement with gravel The proposed works replace the existing rotten fenestration (which has already been removed) and the replacement of the concrete hardstanding forms part of a wider scheme of renovation works to the property. Given their poor condition, the windows on the rear elevation have already been removed. The existing concrete hardstanding has an adverse impact on the historic character of the listed building. The proposed gravel, subject to the approval of its specific details, would be more sympathetic to the character of the listed building and enhance the overall historical setting. It is considered that the proposed works preserve and enhance the historic character of the listed building and that listed building consent should be granted. Recommendation Code: / APPROVE Conditions/Reasons: 1. The works covered by the consent hereby granted shall be begun not later than three years from the date of this notice. REASON: To ensure that the Local Planning Authority retains the right to review unimplemented consents. 2. The development shall be carried out in strict accordance with the details shown on the plans identified by the Local Planning Authority. In case of minor amendments identified during the course of the works, these should be submitted to the Local Planning Authority and only carried out if subject to the proper written agreement of the Local Planning Authority. REASON: To ensure that the development is carried out in accordance with the approved plans. 3. Details of the finish of the windows and French doors shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planing authority within 3 months from the date of this decision. 2 REASON: To ensure the works do not have an adverse impact on the special character of the listed building. 4. Details of the gravel shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planing authority within 3 months from the date of this decision. REASON: To ensure the works do not have an adverse impact on the special character of the listed building. In considering this planning application the Council has acted in accordance with the Human Rights Act 1998 including Article 8 of the Convention and in a manner which is necessary in a democratic society in furtherance of the legitimate aims of the Act and the convention. Notes to Applicants 1 Informatives N13 Plans Application forms received 7th August 2013 Design and Access Statement received 7th August 2013 Location Plan received 2nd Augsut 2013 Front Elevation as Proposed received 24th October 2013 Rear Elevation as Proposed received 24th October 2013 Side Elevation as Proposed received 24th October 2013 Side Elevation as Existing received 24th October 2013 Rear Elevations as Existing received 24th October 2013 French Door Detail received 24th October 2013 Window Details and Sections received 24th October 2013 Location and Block Plan received 24th October 2013 Photographs received 7th August 2013 Date of Recommendation: 3