Item 7(i)
Report to
Planning Development Control Committee
Date:
9 September 2009
Report of:
Director of Regulatory Services
Subject:
PLANNING APPLICATIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS
SUMMARY
This report recommends action on various planning applications and miscellaneous
items
RECOMMENDATION
The recommendations are detailed individually at the end of the report on each
planning application.
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Index List of Applications with Item Numbers
Application No
Item No
FAREHAM EAST
P/09/0548/FP
SALTERNS LANE - SALTERNS PIER -,
FAREHAM
EXTENSION TO EXISTING PONTOONS
Permission
12
Permission
13
Permission
14
1 SHANNON ROAD, STUBBINGTON
ERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY REAR
EXTENSION TO GARAGE
Permission
15
48 OLD STREET, FAREHAM
ERECTION OF TWO STOREY
EXTENSIONS & ALTERATIONS
Permission
16
Permission
1
Permission
2
FAREHAM NORTH
P/09/0622/FP
55 SOMERVELL DRIVE, FAREHAM
ERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY REAR
EXTENSION AND NEW ROOF OVER
EXISTING GARAGE
FAREHAM NORTH-WEST
P/09/0651/FP
183 GUDGE HEATH LANE, FAREHAM
ALTERATIONS TO EXISTING CHALET
BUNGALOW AND ERECTION OF ONE
NEW DETACHED DWELLING
HILL HEAD
P/09/0546/FP
P/09/0606/FP
PARK GATE
P/09/0540/FP
P/09/0559/FP
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2 STALYBRIDGE CLOSE, PARK GATE
BUILD UP BARN END WALLS TO FORM
GABLES AND PROVISION OF FRONT &
REAR DORMERS
10 GORSE CLOSE, LOCKS HEATH
ERECTION OF TWO STOREY SIDE &
REAR AND SINGLE STOREY REAR
EXTENSION
-3P/09/0588/FP
P/09/0671/FP
10 CHICHESTER CLOSE, LOCKS HEATH
ERECTION OF REAR CONSERVATORY
87 WINNARDS PARK, SARISBURY GREEN
ERECTION OF NEW DWELLING AND
EXTENSION TO EXISTING DWELLING
Permission
3
Permission
4
Permission
17
Refuse
18
Permission
19
Permission
5
PORTCHESTER EAST
P/09/0621/FP
P/09/0626/CU
P/09/0628/FP
HOSPITAL LANE - TURRET HOUSE -,
PORTCHESTER
VARY CONDITIONS 3 AND 8 OF
P/04/0955/FP (PART RETAIN EXTG BLDG
FOR GARAGE/BOILER ROOM/LOGSTORE,
ALTS TO DRIVE & TURNING AREAS)
SUNNINGDALE ROAD - 14-16 -,
PORTCHESTER, - LAND TO REAR OF CHANGE OF USE OF LAND TO FORM
PART PRIVATE GARDEN AND RETENTION
OF STRUCTURE(RETROSPECTIVE
APPLICATION)
22 ALTON GROVE, PORTCHESTER
RETENTION OF REAR BALCONY
SARISBURY
P/09/0454/FP
P/09/0509/RM
P/09/0575/TO
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256 BRIDGE ROAD, SWANWICK
PROVISION OF DIVING TRAINING LAKE
WITH ANCILLARY PAVILION BUILDING
AND LANDSCAPING
SHETLAND RISE, WHITELEY, - LAND OFF ERECTION OF FORTY-SEVEN
Permission
DWELLINGS, NEW ACCESS ROAD AND
ASSOCIATED PARKING AND
LANDSCAPING
JOHN WILLMENT MARINE LTD,
UNIVERSAL SHIPYARD, SARISBURY
GREEN,SOUTHAMPTON,
FELL 3 OAK TREES COVERED BY
FTPO99.
Consent
6
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P/09/0605/CU
231A SWANWICK LANE, LOWER
SWANWICK
CHANGE OF USE TO BEAUTY THERAPY
SALON (SUI GENERIS) & INSTALL AIR
CONDITIONING UNIT(RETROSPECTIVE
APPLICATION)
Permission
8
Outline
Permission
9
WARSASH
P/09/0518/OA
P/09/0595/FP
P/09/0601/FP
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57 SHORE ROAD, WARSASH
DEMOLITION OF EXISTING DWELLING
AND ERECTION OF SIX DWELLINGS
(OUTLINE APPLICATION)
121 FLEET END ROAD, WARSASH
ERECTION OF REAR EXTENSION &
Permission
ALTERATIONS TO ROOF TO PROVIDE 1ST
FLOOR ACCOM INC.EXTENDED SIDE
DORMER
88 NEWTOWN ROAD, WARSASH
CONVERSION OF EXISTING DWELLING &
ANNEXE TO 6 DWELLINGS (ALTERNATIVE
TOP/08/1138/FP)
Permission
10
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ZONE 1 – WESTERN WARDS
Locks Heath
Park Gate
Sarisbury
Titchfield
Titchfield Common
Warsash
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(1) P/09/0540/FP
MR & MRS MCMANUS
PARK GATE
AGENT: SPACE & STYLE HOME
DESIGN
BUILD UP BARN END WALLS TO FORM
GABLES AND PROVISION OF FRONT &
REAR DORMERS
2 STALYBRIDGE CLOSE
PARK GATE
SO31 7FZ
OFFICERS REPORT - Emma Betteridge ext. 2677
Site Description
This application relates to a detached dwelling on the east side of Stalybridge Close
which is to the east of Ironbridge Crescent.
Description of Proposal
Planning permission is sought for the construction of front and rear dormer windows
and building up the barn-hips to gable ends.
Policies
Fareham Borough Local Plan Review - DG3 and DG5
Representations
One letter has been received objecting on the following grounds:
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Overlooking
Loss of privacy
Comments
This application relates to a detached dwelling on the east side of Stalybridge Close.
Planning permission has been sought for alterations to the roof of the property so
additional accommodation can be provided by constructing front and rear dormer
windows and building up the barn-hipped ends to form gables.
The main issues in this case are:
(i)
Amenities of neighbouring properties;
(ii)
The design and effect on the appearance of the building and area.
Amenities of neighbouring properties
One letter of objection has been received from the occupier of a property on the
opposite side of the road raising concern that the front dormer window would create a
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-7unacceptable level of overlooking and loss of privacy to the rear of their property and
garden area. The front dormer window achieves a minimum distance of 13 metres to
the objector's boundary and 18 metres to the rear of their property at an a oblique
view across a road. In the opinion of officers any overlooking would be limited and
the amenities of this property would not be materially affected.
The design and effect on the appearance of the building and area.
Both the front and rear dormer windows contain pitch roof elements. The scale of the
dormers is such that the ridges of the dormer windows extends from the main ridge
of the house.
The Council's Extension Design Guide recommends that dormers are kept below the
original ridge line of the roof.
Officers have requested that the application be amended to set the dormers below
the ridge line. Amended plans showing such a change are expected.
Subject to the receipt of acceptable amended plans officers consider the proposal
accords with the Extension Design Guide and local plan policies.
The application is considered to be in compliance with the relevant policies within the
Fareham Borough Local Plan Review.
RECOMMEND:
Subject to the receipt of satisfactory amended plans showing the dormer windows set
below the ridge line of the existing house.
PERMISSION: Materials to match
BACKGROUND PAPERS: P/09/0540/FP
(2) P/09/0559/FP
MR GARY MARUM
PARK GATE
AGENT: MRS SARAH BAX
ERECTION OF TWO STOREY SIDE &
REAR AND SINGLE STOREY REAR
EXTENSION
10 GORSE CLOSE
LOCKS HEATH
SO31 6XZ
OFFICERS REPORT - Susannah Chaplin ext. 2412
Site Description
This application relates to a detached property to the north of Gorse Close.
Description of Proposal
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 a two storey side/rear extension measuring 8.4 metres in depth, 2.9 metres in
width with a ridge height of 5.7 metres;
 a single storey rear extension measuring 2.8 metres in depth, 6.8 metres in
width with a ridge height of 3.5 metres.
Policies
Fareham Borough Local Plan Review Policies - DG3,DG4 and DG5
Representations
One letter has been received objecting on the following grounds:
 Has the root protection area of the mature trees to the rear been taken into
account?
 Loss of light
 A flat roof to the extension may counteract the reduction in direct sunlight
Consultations
Chief Planning and Transportation Officer (Arborist) - No objection
Comments
The proposed two storey side/rear extension would extend above an existing single
storey side attached garage and would protrude to the rear by 2.8 metres. A single
storey extension would be erected across the entire width of the dwelling also
extending out 2.8 metres beyond the rear wall of the dwelling.
The occupants of the property to the east (No.11) have raised concerns over loss of
light. The Fareham Borough Council Extension Design Guide states that normally
single storey extensions up to three metres in depth on the property boundary are
acceptable in relation to loss of light. The fact that the two dwellings are detached
reduces the potential for impact further. Officers do not consider that the proposal
would have a detrimental impact on the amenities of the occupants of the
neighbouring property in terms of loss of light.
The proposed two storey side/rear extension would be sited on the boundary with the
property to the west. The extension would be set back 2.9 metres from the front of
the property. Officers do not consider that the loss of the visual gap at first floor level
between the two properties would be detrimental to the visual amenities of the
streetscene. There are no properties directly facing the application site and the
proposed side extension would only be visible when stood almost directly in front of
the property.
There is a row of mature trees along the rear garden boundary. The Council's
Arborist has been consulted on the proposal and has raised no objection.
The proposal complies with the Fareham Borough Local Plan Review and the
Extension Design Guide and is considered acceptable.
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RECOMMEND:
PERMISSION: Materials to match
BACKGROUND PAPERS: P/09/0559/FP
(3) P/09/0588/FP
MR & MRS ANTRAM
PARK GATE
AGENT: CROFTON
CONSERVATORY CENTRE
ERECTION OF REAR CONSERVATORY
10 CHICHESTER CLOSE
LOCKS HEATH
SO31 6EX
OFFICERS REPORT - Simon Thompson ext. 4815
Site Description
Number 10 Chichester Close is a detached two storey residential property within the
urban area.
Description of Proposal
This application seeks permission for a rear conservatory at 10 Chichester Close.
This conservatory would:
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Be positioned on the southern most part of the existing dwelling;
Be flush with the existing south east flank of this dwelling and be about 1m
off the property's southeast boundary;
Would measure 5.5 metres in depth at the deepest point;
Have walls/side windows of at most about 2.2m in height, a centralised
ridged roof of up to about 3.1m in height, with a hipped roof design over its
splayed deepest ends.
Policies
Fareham Borough Local Plan Review - Policies DG3 and DG5
Relevant Planning History
P/98/0229/FP - Erection of single storey rear extension - Permission April 1998
Representations
One email has been received from the neighbouring dwelling to the south east
objecting on the following grounds:
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Loss of natural and sun light (e.g. to this neighbour's decked area);
Change in outlook/view/appearance from this neighbour's lounge and decked
area;
Loss of view of trees; and
Consider that the conservatory could be reduced in length to reduce its intrusive
outlook effects on this neighbouring property.
Comments
Officers have visited the neighbouring property to assess the likely impact of the
proposed conservatory.
The nearest affected windows of the lounge of this neighbouring house are a pair of
(approximately) 1.50 metres wide clear glazed, rear facing patio doors. These patio
doors look directly out onto this neighbouring dwelling's own obscure roof canopy
decked area, with its light being compromised as a result. This lounge also has an
existing side window and another rear opening for further light.
The Council's approved Extension Design Guide (EDG) normally looks to limit the
depth of rear extensions to 3 metres when that extension is positioned on a party
boundary. The proposed conservatory would effectively project 5.25m beyond the
neighbour's rear wall before splaying away from the neighbour. However in this case
there would be some 2.5m separation between the nearest flanks of these
neighbouring dwellings. An existing 1.9m fence marks the boundary. This means
only a 0.3m height of flank wall of the conservatory might be seen above this fence.
In light of the fact that the conservatory lies to the north of the neighbours, the
separation between the properties, the screen fence and the fairly broad outlook
which would remain available to the neighbour, the proposal is considered
acceptable.
RECOMMEND:
PERMISSION:
BACKGROUND PAPERS:
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(4) P/09/0671/FP
MR SHAUN BRADING
PARK GATE
AGENT: MR JON TYRRELL
87 WINNARDS PARK
ERECTION OF DWELLING AND
SARISBURY GREEN
EXTENSION TO EXISTING DWELLING
OFFICERS REPORT - Simon Thompson ext. 4815
SO31 7BX
Site Description
87 Winnards Park (No. 87) is a two storey end of terrace house with a rear
conservatory and a eastern single storey side extension and gravelled front drive all
located at the south eastern cul-de-sac end of Winnards Park, Sarisbury Green.
To this property's south is new residential development of houses currently being
built on the former site of 21 and 23 Brook Lane, to its east are a terrace of single
storey garages accessed off Brook Lane, to its north east is a small belt of woodland
beside Brook Lane, whilst to its north, north west and west are other residential
properties located on Winnards Park. There is a footpath running from this cul-desac end of Winnards Park, in front of No. 87, and onto Brook Lane.
The site and its near neighbourhood are within the urban area.
Description of Proposal
This application seeks permission to demolish the existing single storey side
extension of the dwelling at No.87 and replace it with a new two storey dwelling.
This new dwelling would be physically attached to the remaining part of the existing
dwelling. It would measure 6 metres in width and extend beyond the back of the
existing dwelling by 6m.
The new dwelling would have a rectangular footprint, with matching eaves and main
ridge height to that of existing dwelling when viewed from the front.
There would be a gap of 1 - 1.5 metres between the proposed dwelling and the
existing terrace of garages to its east.
The existing dwellinghouse is also to be extended at its rear. This would involve an
existing rear conservatory being replaced with an extension. The extension would be
single storey where it adjoins the neighbouring property. The element away from the
boundary would have accommodation at first floor as well.
Policies
Fareham Borough Local Plan - Policies DG1, DG3, DG4, DG5, DG9, H2, R5 and T5
Relevant Planning History
P/09/0060/FP - Erection of two storey extension to form separate dwelling - Refused
March 2009
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Q/0296/09 - Proposed revised application P/09/0060/FP - Reservations expressed
about outlook and light effects on site's existing dwelling - July 2009
Q/0334/09 - Proposed revised application P/09/0060/FP - Proposal likely to be
acceptable subject to planning conditions/legal agreements - July 2009
Representations
One email has been received objecting on the following grounds:
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Inadequate parking with limited turning perhaps resulting in dangerous reversing
onto the public highway;
Over development for example in terms of locally comparable floor space;
Two storey rearward projection's blockage of light and privacy of adjoining
dwellings with oblique views of neighbours gardens; and
Poor design of rear extension with dormer window seemly proposed to mask the
new dwelling's rearward projection.
Consultations
Director of Regulatory Services (Environmental Health) - No objection
Chief Planning & Transportation Officer (Highways) - Comments awaited
Chief Planning & Transportation Officer (Arborist) - Comments awaited
Comments
Planning Application P/09/0060/FP was refused on the grounds that the proposed
development would be contrary to Policies DG5(B), R5 and DG9 of the FBLPR and
unacceptable in that:
(i)
The proposed two storey dwelling would be overbearing and
an
unneighbourly form of development unacceptably reducing outlook from
and light available to the existing house (no.87);
(ii)
In the absence of a commuted payment towards open space and facilities,
this development would exacerbate existing deficiencies in such facilities to
the detriment of existing and new residents; and
(iii)
In the absence of a financial contribution towards transport infrastructure or
services improvements to mitigate the additional transport need and
burden from the development on the existing transport network, the
development would cause detriment to highway network users.
The current application reflects that proposed under Q/0334/09 to which Officers
gave informal planning advice that that proposal was likely to be acceptable subject
to planning conditions/legal agreements.
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- 13 The current application's proposed extensions to the existing dwelling (no.87)
Winnards Park has addressed reason (i) above, though a condition would need to be
applied to the proposed development to ensure this element is constructed if the new
dwelling is built.
In terms of (ii) and (iii), planning obligations would need to be entered into to secure
the required commuted/financial contributions.
In terms of the points of objection set out above which were received from the
member of the public:
 The new dwelling would be screened from public street views by the remaining
terraced dwellings to the west, trees to the north east and those trees beyond the
garages to the east and southeast and on the site's southern boundary.
 The two storey rearward projection of the new dwelling would be over 7.5m from
the rear garden of the neighbouring property (no.85).
 The existing rear conservatory at 87 Winnards Park is to be replaced with a single
storey rear extension closest to the boundary. The extension would have its
western wall on the property boundary the same as the existing conservatory. It
will be the same depth as the existing conservatory and have a matching
southern eaves height. The roof would no longer slope away from No. 85 but be
a lean-to design rising to just below the sill height of the existing first floor
windows at No.87. Officer consider this relationship with number 85 is
acceptable.
 In light of the above (and having visited both nos 85 and 87), Officers consider the
potential light and outlook effects of the development on the existing dwelling at
no.87 and on no.85 are acceptable.
 Officers do not consider the dormer above proposed single storey rear extension
for the remaining dwelling at No.87 to be a poor design.
Subject to the matters detailed below officers consider the amended proposal to be
acceptable.
RECOMMEND:
Subject to:
(i) the applicant/owner first entering into a planning obligation pursuant to Section
106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 on terms drafted by the Solicitor to
the Council to secure a financial contribution towards off-site public open space
and/or facilities and highway infrastructure improvements by 1 October 2009;
(ii) Subject to the consideration of the comments of the Chief Planning and
Transportation Officer (Highways) and (Arborist).
PERMISSION: Materials to be agreed; Boundary treatment; Remove permitted
development rights for windows in west elevations of the ground floor of the
proposed dwelling and proposed single storey rear extension of the remaining
dwelling at No.87; Parking and turning areas; No mud on road; hours of construction;
no burning; Proposed dwelling not to be occupied until the proposed rear extensions
of the remaining dwelling at No.87 have been completed;
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1 October 2009:
REFUSE: Contrary to Policy; inadequate provision for public open space and
highway infrastructure
BACKGROUND PAPERS: P/09/0060/FP and P/09/0671/FP
(5) P/09/0454/FP
SARISBURY
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as amplified by emails dated 20 and 27 August 2009.
MR ANDREW GODDARD
AGENT: PENSON ARCHITECTS
PROVISION OF DIVING TRAINING LAKE
WITH ANCILLARY PAVILION BUILDING
AND LANDSCAPING
256 BRIDGE ROAD
SWANWICK
SO31 7FL
OFFICERS REPORT - Newrick Martin ext. 2526
Site Description
The application site is approximately 0.88 hectare in area, located at the far eastern
end of Oslands Lane, Swanwick.
The land is currently use for horse grazing although several buildings on the land are
being used for storage purposes. One of these buildings is a large industrial type,
high bay building used for storage in association with the Andark Diving premises
situated at the west end of Oslands Lane, fronting Bridge Road.
Oslands Lane itself is an unmade and unlit single width road which climbs steeply
from west to east.
The site is mostly open grassland surrounded on all sides by a significant border of
trees. The contours generally fall from the north to the south side, with a valley
crossing the site from north to south.
The site is within a countryside location and a local gap, as defined within the
Fareham Borough Local Plan Review 2000.
Description of Proposal
The proposal is for the creation of an artificial lake, to be formed by cut and fill works
using best advantage of the sloping contours. A pavilion building is proposed to the
north side of the lake. This building is to be constructed into the earth banking so as
to be visible on the south side only.
The proposed lake and pavilion are proposed to provide a diving training facility in
association with and as an extension of the training services provided by Andark
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- 15 Diving at the Bridge Road premises. The requirement for the facility has been
necessitated as a result of the loss of access to the lake at Horsea Island Naval
Base.
More specifically the lake uses will be training and safety practice for the following
activities: Scuba diving and snorkelling; open water swimming training; capsize drills;
sea survival drills; underwater escape training; dinghy sailing; canoeing; and
lifeguard training.
The lake itself would be constructed to a depth of 7 metres and surface dimensions
of 50 x 35 metres. It is proposed that the lake banking and pavilion earthworks would
be landscape planted to further screen the facility.
The proposed pavilion would provide ancillary facilities to the lake - reception, lecture
room, changing areas, kitchen/first aid room, toilets and storage of safety equipment.
Limited car parking provision is intended on the application site - this being for 3
minibus spaces and two disabled spaces.
Policies
Fareham Borough Local Plan Review - Policies DG1, DG3, DG4, DG5, C1, C3, C12,
C17, C18, T5.
Relevant Planning History
There is no planning history relevant to the current planning application.
Representations
Five letters have been received objecting on the following grounds:
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Traffic generated will use Oslands Lane
Traffic noise, congestion, deterioration, and hazards
Not in keeping with countryside
No surplus car park capacity
Light pollution
Noise pollution
Effect on wildlife
Effect on water table and flood risk
Currently only private use of lane
Damage cause by construction vehicles
Consultations
Chief Planning & Transportation Officer- (Highways) - The proposal will operate with
only two minibuses, then the proposed increase in daily trips will be only marginal.
No highway objection raised.
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- 16 Chief Planning & Transportation Officer - (Arborist) - provided the scheme is
undertaken in strict accordance with the Arboricultural Impact Appraisal & Method
Statement then the scheme will have no significant adverse impact on the long term
health and condition of retained trees.
Chief Planning & Transportation Officer - (Ecology) - The site is adjacent to the
Andark Marsh Site of Nature Conservation Value (SNCV). The site and the adjacent
habitats have the potential to support bats. All bats are European protected species.
All bats and their roosts are strictly protected under the Wildlife & Countryside Act
1981 (as amended) and the Conservation (Natural Habitats &c.) Regulations 1994
(as amended) known as 'the Habitats Regulations'.
In accordance with Local Plan Policy C18, in order to reduce or avoid negative
impacts on bat foraging, consideration should be given to the potential additional
impacts of the proposed night diving on bats and nocturnal species and the need for
lighting of buildings. Lighting can be particularly harmful if used near woodland edges
and near hedgerows used by bats. The impact on bats can be minimised by the use
of low pressure sodium lamps. The lights should be positioned to avoid the sensitive
areas and the times during which the lighting is on should be limited to provide some
dark periods. Bats and Lighting in the UK guidance is available from the Bat
Conservation Trust.
The proposals are unlikely to have a significant negative impact on the habitats of the
Andark Marsh Site of Nature Conservation Value.
Director of Regulatory Services - (Environmental Health - Pollution) - No adverse
comment.
Director of Regulatory Services - (Environmental Health - Contamination) - having
reviewed the available information it is noted that the site has possibly infilled ground
on site and adjacent within 10 metres to the north. Recommend intrusive site
investigation condition.
Environment Agency - No objection in principle subject to informative.
Comments
Policy C1 of the adopted Local Plan Review states that 'Development in the
countryside will be permitted provided that: it is essential for agricultural, forestry or
horticultural purposes and/or has an overriding need for a countryside location.'
Whilst a facility such as this could theoretically be accommodated within the urban
area the reality is that it is difficult to identify suitable sites. The lake also needs to
have clear water without sediment, mud or unstable edges; varying depths to
expedite training stages safely; underwater terraces to aid access for disabled divers;
perimeter access for safety and supervision; a water retaining liner throughout the
lake; and a supportive building for storage. The applicant has previously investigated
a number of existing areas of 'open water' in the locality but none met the
requirements of the proposed use.
In light of the foregoing Officers consider the principle of providing this facility in a
countryside location is acceptable.
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- 17 The screened nature and topography of the site means the lake and pavilion
structures do not have an adverse effect on the character of the surrounding area. In
the context of Policy C3 (New Buildings in the Countryside) the pavilion is not
prominently sited, being underneath an earth bank and both lake and pavilion would
be landscaped to minimise visual impact. Under these policies it is considered that
the development would not materially harm the character or appearance of this
countryside area.
The issue of primary concern to local residents, mostly living in Oslands Lane, is that
of traffic generation and the potential effects on their amenity as a result. To address
this genuine concern the applicant has offered to introduce a traffic management
scheme. All users of the lake would be required to park in the existing car park to the
rear of the Andark Diving site in Bridge Lane. With the exception of disabled persons'
cars, the only vehicles to use Oslands Lane to reach the lake site would be
minibuses, which would have three parking spaces at each site, and an electric 'milk
float' to transfer equipment.
Car parking surveys of the Bridge Road facility have demonstrated that there is
surplus capacity to accommodate the predicted demand for parking by users of the
lake facility. No other parking provision would be provided at the lake site. Officers
are satisfied that provided this traffic management arrangement is strictly followed,
there would be no material harm to residents of Oslands Lane by reason of traffic or
associated noise. It is intended that the Operations Management Scheme be secured
by a Section 106 planning obligation.
The potential for noise nuisance generated by the training activities within the lake
has been considered. Given the considerable distance between the lake and the
closest residential property (approx. 220 metres) and the difference in activity
between a general recreational facility and a training use, as proposed, Officers are
satisfied that the use of the lake would not cause noise nuisance.
In terms of ecology, the sensitivity of the adjacent woodland is recognised and the
potential for disturbance of bat activity is noted. As advised, a limitation on the hours
of operation and control of any external lighting of the lake and pavilion would
address this matter. It is intended that these be addressed by planning condition. It
should also be noted that the creation of the lake and the removal of intensive
grazing at the site would bring considerable ecological benefits.
In conclusion, Officers consider the provision of a unique facility such as this within
this countryside location is acceptable in principle. The potential problems of traffic
and associated noise within Oslands Lane can be controlled by a planning obligation
securing the Operations Management Scheme. In all other respects the proposal is
considered acceptable.
RECOMMEND:
Subject to the applicant/owner first entering into a planning obligation pursuant to
Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 on terms drafted by the
Solicitor to the Council to secure an Operations Management Plan by no later than
21st September 2009;
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- 18 PERMISSION: Details of materials; landscaping submission and implementation;
hard surfacing; external lighting; hours of operation; mud on road; site operations;
implement tree protection; no bonfires; details of how overflow discharge will be
controlled.
OR: In the event that the applicant/owner fails to complete the required Section 106
Agreement by 21 September 2009,
REFUSE: Contrary to Policy; detrimental impact on residential amenity of residents
within Oslands Lane.
BACKGROUND PAPERS: File P/09/0454/FP
(6) P/09/0509/RM
SARISBURY
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as amended by letter dated 7 July, email dated 4th August and by plans received
17th and 20th August 2009, and survey report received 28th August 2009
TAYLOR WIMPEY UK LTD
AGENT: MR J C WOOLF
ERECTION OF FORTY-SEVEN
DWELLINGS, NEW ACCESS ROAD AND
ASSOCIATED PARKING AND
LANDSCAPING
SHETLAND RISE,
WHITELEY
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OFFICERS REPORT - Newrick Martin ext. 2526
Site Description
The site is located to the east of the Shetland Rise residential development, to the
south of the cycle/footpath linking Berber Close and Caspian Close and to the north
of the proposed Rookery Avenue link road. The site has an area of approximately 1.0
hectare and is generally rectangular in shape. The site comprises an area of open
rough grassland with patches of scrub, surrounded on three sides by woodland.
Description of Proposal
The application follows the grant of outline planning permission (P/06/1588/FP) for 47
dwellings in November 2007. That outline permission was granted by the Secretary
of State following an appeal against the decision of this Council to refuse to grant full
planning permission. The current application seeks consideration of the 'reserved
matters' of layout, scale, appearance and landscaping. The matter of access to the
site and the number of dwellings to be constructed were approved by the Inspector
determining the appeal.
Approval is also sought for the following details required by conditions of the outline
planning permission;
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Condition 6 - Biodiversity management plan
Condition 7 - Code for Sustainable Homes assessment
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Condition 8 - Sustainable drainage scheme
On submission, the current application also included details of the affordable housing
provision to satisfy condition 5 of the appeal decision, however this matter has been
withdrawn for consideration at this time. Similarly, details of site operations (Condition
10) have been withdrawn, together with boundary treatment.
The layout includes a housing mix of 18 two bed units, 16 two bed houses and 13
three bed houses with a total of 94 car parking spaces, including 18 garages. The
dwellings are varied in building heights between two, 2½ and three storeys.
The application is supported by the submission of the following technical documents;
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Design & Access Statement
Planning Statement
Sustainability Overview and Predictive Code Assessment
Building for Life Assessment
Drainage Strategy
Biodiversity Management Plan
Woodland Management Plan
Arboricultural Report
Landscape Management Plan
Construction Traffic Management Plan
Policies
Fareham Borough Local Plan Review Policies - DG3, DG4, DG5, DG6, C14, C16,
C18, H1,H2, T5.
Relevant Planning History
P/06/1588/FP - Erection of 47 dwellings, including 35% affordable housing
provision, new access road and associated car parking and landscaping. - Outline
consent - 5 November 2007.
P/08/0489/RM - Reserved Matters - Erection of 47 dwellings, new access road and
associated car parking and landscaping. - Refused - 16 July 2008.
Representations
Fourteen letters have been received objecting on the following grounds:
 The design detracts from the character of the surrounding area;
 Overbearing;
 The development includes a large number flats not in keeping with the location
and is totally unacceptable;
 The colours and materials proposed on the flats would be an eye sore and difficult
to maintain leading to an undesirable visual impact on the area;
 Insufficient and inappropriate access to the existing cycle/footpath is provided;
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- 20  The layout and parking allocation for plots 6, 7, 9 and 10 will only serve to
encourage roadside/kerb parking;
 Lack of provision of visitor parking spaces;
 Passing places for service emergency vehicles are inefficient and will be used as
additional parking;
 Inadequate drainage;
 Lack of supporting infrastructure;
 Impact on wildlife;
 Mapping of the environmental impact area with a polythene boundary has been
inadequate due to there being breaks and damage to the boundary.
 Concerns about the oak trees on site;
 On site working time should be kept to a minimum;
 Concerns about noise during construction;
 No burning on site;
 Workers/visitors should not park on site or in Shetland Rise/Rookery Avenue;
 A wheel wash facility is essential also the developer should make arrangement for
the cleaning of cars and house windows in close proximity to the site;
 Invasion of privacy; The position for the Material & Site Compound is immediately
behind the homes in Shetland Rise and is unacceptable;
 Would like to see provision of an access road to link up directly from the site onto
Rookery Avenue;
 Inadequate access; Access does not appear to be wide enough;
 Little consideration has been made for residents in respect of the site layout, this
should be redesigned to have less impact on the adjacent roads of Shetland Rise,
Berber Close and Breton Close;
 Social housing should be moved away from Shetland Rise;
 Concerns to the nature of the affordable housing and the calibre of the
Tenants/part owner that would inhabit the properties.
 The green area at the top of Shetland Rise currently provides an open space for
children to play; this will no longer be possible due to the additional cars;
 The plan does not allow a 9m gap between the bottom of the garden of 15
Shetland Rise and the start of the planned gardens;
Consultations
Chief Planning & Transportation Officer - (Policy) - The site is allocated for housing
within the adopted Local Plan Review (2000) and has benefit of outline planning
permission for 47 dwellings in 2007. By virtue of this the principle of development is
clearly established.
Chief Planning & Transportation Officer (Urban Design) - Significant progress has
been made on the design and layout since the original submission. The proposal has
sought to follow the principles of urban design as set out in the Design and Access
Statement. The design concept seeks to create a development that has a sense of
place and distinctiveness defined by a central public green space, a shared surface
'square', focal points and a woodland edge. Buildings front the public realm and
comprise traditional architectural forms and external materials with a variety of
heights and house types. Although the flatted blocks will appear quite large in the
landscape as a consequence of the quantum of development permitted by the
original consent, overall and subject to the submission of some details and materials,
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- 21 the scheme will create a visually interesting streetscene with quality public space that
responds well to its context.
Chief Planning & Transportation Officer- (Highways) - This has been the subject of
extensive negotiations and it is noted that the estate will not be offered for highway
adoption.
Chief Planning & Transportation Officer - (Arborist) - The development will have no
significant adverse impact on the long term health and condition of the retained trees
provided works are undertaken in accordance with the submitted Arboricultural
Impact Assessment. Initial reservations over landscaping plans have been resolved
by amended scheme with revised tree species.
Chief Planning & Transportation Officer - (Ecology) - Provided that the ancient
hedgerow is conserved and the blue line woodland is managed in the long term in
accordance with the Woodland Management Plan and Biodiversity Management
Plan, the proposals are unlikely to have an overall significant long term negative
impact on biodiversity. Impacts on protected species and Sites of Nature
Conservation Value should be monitored.
Director of Regulatory Services - (Environmental Health) - no adverse comments.
Director of Leisure and Communities (Parks and Open Spaces) - Comments awaited.
Natural England - based on the information provided, NE has no objection to the
proposed development. It is our view that, either alone or in combination with other
plans or projects, it would not be likely to have a significant effect on the interest
features of the Solent & Southampton Water SPA/Ramsar, Solent Maritime SAC, or
any of the features of interest of the Botley Wood & Everett's & Mushes Copses SSSI
and Upper Hamble Estuary & Woods SSSI.
Environment Agency - Comments awaited.
Southern Water - no comment received.
Crime Prevention Design Adviser - no comment received.
Comments
The principle of development of this site for 47 dwellings, together with the means of
access through the existing residential estate road of Shetland Rise, has already
been established by the grant of planning permission by the Secretary of State in
November 2007. The appeal also established the mixture of housing, as currently
proposed. The reserved matter details will be dealt with below.
Layout - The site layout has been prepared following consideration of the issues
arising from the unsuccessful reserved matter application in 2008. The layout now
respects the sensitive woodland edges on the south and east boundaries, with the
houses and hard surfaces being set back on these sides to protect the ecology
interests, particularly dormice and bats. From the point of access into the site from
Shetland Rise the estate road forks to make a loop around the site. Adjacent to the
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- 22 entrance the dwellings are sited to form a 'square' from which a private driveway
provides access to the southern houses. This in turn serves the mostly flatted units
alongside the northern boundary. The driveway returns to the entrance roadway
serving houses on both sides.
Scale - Building heights of the proposed dwellings on plots adjacent existing
residential properties in Shetland Rise are all two storeys and have been arranged to
ensure that the potential for overlooking and loss of light is minimised. The
separation distances between these dwellings are at least those indicated within the
design guidelines of the Local Plan Review and mostly exceed the required
dimensions. It is considered that the proposal will not result in a detrimental impact
on the amenities of neighbouring properties.
There are a number of 2.5 and 3 storey dwellings, these being sited away from the
west boundary, taking advantage of the natural topography of the site, sloping down
from northwest to south east.
Appearance - The design concept proposes a variety of building heights, house types
and external materials to break up the visual impact of the development and create a
high quality streetscene and public realm. Drawings have been submitted to show
how the street scenes would appear, and the relationship between these design
elements. It is considered that the proposed development would create a visually
interesting streetscene with quality public space that responds well to its context.
Landscaping - A fully detailed landscape planting scheme for the housing layout has
been submitted and subsequently amended to follow the recommendations of the
Council's Arborist. The scheme is supported with a landscape maintenance plan to
ensure the local environment of the housing will develop and mature.
Ecology - The interests of ecology were considered by the Appeal Inspector and a
condition of the outline consent requires submission of details of a biodiversity
management scheme for not only the housing site but also the ancient woodland to
the east of the site. Details of the scheme have been submitted and are considered
acceptable by Natural England and the Council's Ecologist. The applicant has
proposed to assume a continuing responsibility for the ongoing maintenance of the
ancient woodland after the ownership is transferred to the ownership of the Council.
Details of how this responsibility is to be secured will be required by planning
condition.
Footpath access - It is proposed to construct a pedestrian link between the
residential estate and the existing cycle/footpath which currently links Berber Close
and Caspian Close. This additional link is to be constructed on Council land on what
is identified as a likely desire line, thereby resolving potential future access problems.
Details of the construction and future maintenance of this new link will be secured by
planning condition.
Other matters raised by local residents - The two primary issues raised by local
residents are those regarding access and affordable housing. The access to the
development site, through the existing residential estate road of Shetland Drive was
approved by the appeal Inspector in determining the outline planning permission. The
Local Planning Authority may not further consider this issue within the current
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- 23 reserved matters application. Details of the provision of affordable housing on the site
will be required to be submitted and approved by the LPA in accordance with
condition 5 of the outline permission. These details are not available within the
current application but will need to be approved before development commences.
Car parking provision is indicated for all dwelling units within the scheme and no
objection to the level of provision has been raised by the Highway Authority.
Issues relating to site layout, building design and external materials have been
addressed above. A site operations management plan was submitted but has been
withdrawn in order that additional information may be prepared prior to clearance of
this conditional matter.
Conclusion The application site forms part of a site safeguarded for housing in the Fareham
Borough Local Plan Review. The proposed development of the site would bring
forward new residential properties contributing to the current levels of housing
demand. The scheme would also provide enhancement and future management of
the ancient woodland area to the south east of the site with improvement of the
ecological and nature conservation area.
The layout, scale, appearance and landscaping details accord with the policies of the
Local Plan Review and the details of the development, as submitted, are considered
to be acceptable in planning terms.
RECOMMEND:
APPROVE:
details
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materials;
boundary
treatment;
street
furniture/signage/lighting; scheme for delivery of - footpath link; management of
ancient woodland; implement - parking; hard surfacing; landscaping; arboricultural
method statement; tree protection; site operations measures; no windows (pd rights)
specified elevations; details of construction hours; no burning.
Note to applicant: Code for sustainable homes - cannot be approved until full
construction and design details have been prepared.
BACKGROUND PAPERS: P/06/1588/FP - P/08/0489/RM - P/09/0509/RM
(7) P/09/0575/TO
MR RICHARD BURLINGHAM
FELL 3 OAK TREES COVERED BY
FTPO99.
SARISBURY
AGENT: DR PAUL TOSSWELL
JOHN WILLMENT MARINE
LTD
UNIVERSAL SHIPYARD
OFFICERS REPORT - Simon Thompson ext. 4815
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Site Description
This tree works application relates to three Oak trees which are the subject of a Tree
Preservation Order (TPO) and situated towards the southern boundary of the
Universal Shipyard site.
Description of Proposal
This application seeks consent to fell three oak trees on the edge of an existing
working area of the site.
This consent is sought because these particular trees are said to be adversely
affecting yard operations, they being beside an existing area of hard standing and
said to be obstructing a storage area.
The submitted application also mentions an intention to remove poor quality tree
specimens and over growth to the rear of these three Oaks and also the intended
removal of a nearby fruit tree.
The applicant's statement states this is intended to maintain the woodland nature of
the site boundary and in accordance with the site's tree management plan. The
applicant's statement also indicates the works would be undertaken by a qualified
arborist and special care, in consultation with Natural England, would be taken not to
disturb wild animals and plants.
Policies
Fareham Borough Local Plan Review – Policy DG4
Relevant Planning History
P/04/1633/TO – Fell seven oak trees covered by FTPO 99 – Consent December
2004
P/06/0056/TO – Fell five oak trees covered by FTPO 99 – Consent February 2006
P/07/0367/TO - Fell ten oak trees covered by FTPO 99 - Consent May 2007
P/07/0367/DP/A - Tree Management Plan pursuant to Condition 4 of tree works
consent P/07/0367/TO - Approval November 2007
P/08/0024/TO - Carry out various works to trees, including felling of certain trees,
covered by FTPO 99 - Consent February 2008
Representations
Two letters have been received objecting on the following grounds:
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Strongly object, unless an independent qualified inspector says these trees are
diseased and immediately unsafe. These trees enhance riverside beauty and
partly obscure this unsightly development;
Loss of visual amenity, wildlife habitat and noise barrier function from these trees
and their softening effect on this ugly development site, significant trees having
been allowed to be removed in the past (predominately due to increased
operational working areas) such that, increased noise from the site's operations
has resulted, and, if continued, development could reach the site's boundaries
with the loss of all the site's TPO trees;
An acoustic fence or barrier is desired to tackle these noise issues and the
Council needs to ensure the site does not encroach beyond its boundaries.
Consultations
Chief Planning and Transportation Officer (Arborist) – Recommend consent, these
three Oak trees being in a declining state and poor condition. They should be
replaced elsewhere in areas that do not conflict with the operation of the boatyard. It
is suggested that the following trees specimens be used as replacements, all to be of
12cm to 14cm girth:
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Two English Oaks (Quercus Robur);
Two Field Maples (Acer Campestre); and
One Wild Cherry (Prunus Avium).
Comments
The Tree Management Plan (TMP) approved for this site under P/07/0367/FP sets
out the intended management regime for trees at Universal Marina (John Willment
Marine Ltd).
This TMP sets out that the trees within the site will be inspected annually by a
qualified arborist and any necessary work identified so the trees are maintained in as
healthy and attractive condition as practical. The TMP gives a long term objective of
maintaining the Marina's woodland setting and protection of the environment, with
any trees needing attention being considered in relation to the surrounding area.
The TMP also lays out the general circumstances when pruning or felling is likely to
be needed. In terms of the latter, such circumstances included when access can not
be overcome by pruning or where pruning has not be successful in remedying a
problem, or to allow authorised development.
Further to this TMP, consent was given under P/08/0024/TO to crown raise the
western most of the current application's Oak trees. This authorised crown raising by
4m above the ground, the tree being referred to at the time as over hanging a skip
area, in an area of high public usage, and of poor vigour with a dead top. The current
application's other two Oak trees were not identified for specific works in the TMP or
P/08/0024/TO's consent.
From the applicant's statement it would appear the current application's trees
compromise access to part of the site's working area. One of these trees had
authorisation under P/08/0024/TO for pruning partly on this basis. The Council's own
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- 26 arborist has recently assessed these trees on site, noting their declining state and
poor condition and recommended consent to their felling subject to replacements
being provided.
There would still be remaining perimeter trees near to those lost which would
continue to screen and soften the Marina development and the applicant's previously
submitted and approved management plan undertakes to preserve this site's
woodland setting into the future. With regard to noise, this part of the site is over
250m from the home of the objector raising this issue.
Initially the applicant proposed to plant 6 cherry trees on site. They have
subsequently indicated they would be prepared to accept the alternative replacement
tree types/numbers suggested by the Council's arborist. Officers will also arrange
separately to investigate whether there has been any encroachment beyond the
Marina site boundaries near this application's trees.
Considering the above, Officers are of the opinion that consent should be given to
this current tree works application.
RECOMMEND:
CONSENT: Tree work to be undertaken within two years and in accordance with BS
3998; Specification that permitted tree works relate to the three Oak trees (T1 to T3)
only; Replacement trees
Note to applicant: The fruit tree (T4) mentioned in this application is not covered by a
TPO and therefore TPO consent is not required from the Local Planning Authority to
undertake works to this tree; Insufficient information has been provided in relation to
the remainder of poor quality trees and overgrowth located behind these three Oaks
(T1 to T3), for them to be considered as a part of this application; Special care
towards protected wild animals and plants; Bat protection; This consent does not
grant the applicant the right to carry out work over property other than his/her own
and terms of works are as BS 3998 and should be carried out in accordance with
recent arboricultural research.
BACKGROUND PAPERS:
(8) P/09/0605/CU
MISS NATASHA GREGORY-SMITH
SARISBURY
AGENT: MR ALAN TAYLOR
CHANGE OF USE TO BEAUTY
THERAPY SALON (SUI GENERIS) &
INSTALL AIR CONDITIONING UNIT
(RETROSPECTIVE APPLICATION)
231A SWANWICK LANE
LOWER SWANWICK
SO31 7GT
OFFICERS REPORT - Susannah Chaplin ext. 2412
Site Description
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- 27 This application relates to a commercial unit to the south of Swanwick Lane opposite
the junction with Bentham Way.
The unit is semi-detached with the adjoining unit currently vacant and a residential
flat at first floor level. There is car parking available on the frontage.
The site is located within the urban area.
Description of Proposal
Retrospective planning permission is sought for the change of use of the unit from an
estate agent (Class A2) to a beauty therapy salon (Sui Generis). Planning permission
is also required for an air conditioning unit which has been installed on the side
elevation of the unit.
Policies
Fareham Borough Local Plan Review Policies - DG1, DG3, DG5
Relevant Planning History
P/07/0205/CU
Change of Use from Hair Dressers (Class A1) to Estate Agents
(Class A2) - Permission 19 April 2007
Representations
One letter has been received objecting on the following grounds:
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The lease holder is in breach of their contract as the business has been
underlet to another business
The lease holder did not get permission for the installation of the AC unit
The AC unit is in a dangerous position at head height and protruding from the
wall
The unit is large and obtrusive
The overflow pipe drips water into the foundations
The pipes and cables have been drilled into the Victorian wall and along a
private drive
Consultations
Chief Planning and Transportation Officer (Highways) - No objection
Director of Regulatory Services (Environmental Health) - No objection
Comments
The application site is located within the urban area outside of any of the allocated
shopping districts. The principle of a change of use from A2 to a beauty salon is
acceptable in this location. Officers do not consider that the proposal would have a
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residential properties.
An air conditioning unit has been installed on the side elevation of the property close
to the front. The unit measures approx 0.8 x 0.5 metre, protrudes 0.4 metres from the
wall and is mounted on brackets 1.7 metres above ground level. Officers do not
consider that the AC unit has a detrimental impact on the visual amenities of the
streetscene as it is not visible on approach from either direction along Swanwick
Lane. It is not considered that the air conditioning unit poses a hazard as it is
positioned adjacent to a gate pier which would prevent people using the adjacent
private driveway from walking directly underneath it. It is also not located on a public
footpath.
The concerns raised by the freehold owner of the property are primarily of a private
nature and cannot be considered in the determination of this planning application.
The proposal complies with the Fareham Borough Local Plan Review and is
considered acceptable.
RECOMMEND:
PERMISSION:
BACKGROUND PAPERS: P/09/0605/CU
(9) P/09/0518/OA
As amended by plan received 5 August 2009
T L CAPITAL LTD
WARSASH
DEMOLITION OF EXISTING DWELLING
AND ERECTION OF SIX DWELLINGS
(OUTLINE APPLICATION)
57 SHORE ROAD
WARSASH
SO31 9FS
AGENT: MR DAVID NEWELL
OFFICERS REPORT - Susannah Chaplin ext. 2412
Site Description
This application relates to a site to the south of Shore Road. The site is located
adjacent to Haven Manor which is a recent flatted development.
The site is currently occupied by a detached chalet bungalow set within a large
garden.
Description of Proposal
Outline permission is sought for the demolition of the existing dwelling and the
erection of six dwellings to include four townhouses and two 'cottage style' dwellings.
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reserved.
Each dwelling would be provided with two car parking spaces and a private amenity
area.
Policies
Fareham Borough Local Plan Review - DG1,DG3, DG5, DG9, H2, R5 and T5
Representations
Twenty letters have been received objecting on the following grounds:
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Density of development
Reduced number of dwellings would be more suitable
Building height should be limited to two storey
The building line onto Shore Road should be staggered
The buildings should be set back with deeper front gardens
The overall elevation of the development should not take any precedent from
the Haven Manor development
Great attention should be paid to the design
Full details of the appearance of the dwellings have not been provided
The properties on the south side of Shore Road lend a distinctive character to
the approach to the Conservation Area
1.8m wall close to carriageway adds to village character and is a feature of
applauded developments such as Poundbury
No need for a footpath which serves little purpose
Existing house hardly visible beyond the wall
Loss of spaciousness
Proposal would suburbanise road
This would be the thin end of the wedge and would destroy character of the
village
FBC needs long term plan on development of village communities
Loss of light and view to properties on opposite side of road
Tandem car parking is unworkable
Additional vehicles on Shore Road
Parking for plots 5 & 6 is dangerous with no turning on-site
Visitor parking would cause a hazard
Risk of flooding during heavy rainfall
Noise and pollution should be kept to a minimum and Shore Road kept clean
Contractors should not park on the grass verge which should be retained
One letter has also been received from the Fareham Society objecting on the
following grounds:
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Overdevelopment of the site
Unsatisfactory parking arrangement particularly plots 5 and 6 which will result in
vehicles reversing on to the road
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Continuous frontage is out of character with the area
Haven Manor development is too high and has an overbearing effect
Any replacement dwellings should have low ridge heights, shoud not be
continuous in appearance and should have space about the buildings
This frontage is significant within the streetscene particularly when approaching
from the river
A more innovative design and layout could be achieved if numbers were
reduced
Contrary to Policies DG3(A)(B), DG4(D) and DG5(D)
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Consultations
Chief Planning and Transportation Officer (Highways) - No objection
Director of Regulatory Services (Environmental Health) - No objection
Chief Planning and Transportation Officer (Arborist) - No objection subject to
conditions
Comments
The main issues which need to be considered in the determination of this application
are:
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Principle of Development;
Impact on the Character of the Area;
Impact on the Amenities of Neighbouring Properties
Highways
Principle of Development
The site is within the urban area where residential infilling, redevelopment and
development on neglected and underused land will be permitted, providing it does
not adversely affect the character of the surrounding area or amenity of existing
residents.
Impact on the Character of the Area
The character of Shore Road is varied with the commercial village centre and the
large 'Haven Manor' development to the east of the application site. To the north of
the application site is an Area of Special Residential Character which consists
primarily of larger detached dwellings, those immediately opposite the application site
are uniform in design. To the west of the application site is an older building which
has been converted into flats and is accessed via Havelock Road. This building
backs onto Shore Road and there is no pavement in front of the building due to the
proximity to the road.
Officers are of the opinion that the Haven Manor development has set a precedent
for a denser form of development than is seen to the north side of Shore Road. The
application site is outside of the Area of Special Residential Character and whilst a
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residents this could be seen as contrary to government guidance to increase
development density. The proposed development features four town houses which
would be 2 ½ storeys high. Whilst scale and appearance are not included within this
application it is anticipated that the town houses would be lower than Haven Manor
which is also 2 ½ storey but due to its scale would have a higher roof pitch. The
cottage style dwellings would be two storey and would therefore be of a similar height
to the adjacent building to the west resulting in a graduation in heights between the
buildings on either side of the application site.
The proposed dwellings would be sited closer to the pavement edge than the existing
building but this is characteristic of the building line on the southern side of this
stretch of Shore Road. It is not considered that the proposal would be detrimental to
the character of the area. The appearance of the dwellings would be subject to
careful consideration at a later date to ensure that the design and materials were
sympathetic to the character of the village.
Impact on the Amenities of Neighbouring Properties
It is not considered that the proposal would have any detrimental impact on the
amenities of neighbouring properties. The two cottage style dwellings would have
rear gardens varying in length between 9.3-10.7 metres. Due to the presence of high
boundary screening, which is within the neighbour's control, officers do not consider
that the length of these gardens would result in the unacceptable overlooking of
properties to the rear. Due to the width of the gardens it is considered that the
properties would be provided with an adequate amenity area.
There would be approx 24 metres between the front facing windows of the proposed
dwellings and the properties on the opposite side of Shore Road. This distance
exceeds the minimum separation distance set out within the Local Plan of 22 metres.
Officers therefore do not consider that the proposal would have a detrimental impact
on the amenities of those properties in terms of overlooking or loss of light.
Highways
The proposal makes provision for two car parking spaces for each dwelling. The
townhouses would have two spaces each within a communal parking area to the rear
of the site. The cottage style dwellings would each have one space within a drivethrough car port and one to the rear of each car port.
Although the number of bedrooms is unknown it is not considered that a reason for
refusal on insufficient car parking could be substantiated as the Council's residential
parking standards are a maximum guideline. The Council's Highways Engineer has
raised no objection to the tandem car parking arrangement. There is a TRO on Shore
Road which would prevent vehicles from parking on the highway outside of the
application site.
There is currently a 1.8 metre high boundary wall on the northern boundary of the
application site and there is only a narrow strip of pavement between the wall and
Shore Road. The proposal would involve the demolition of this wall and would allow
the provision of a new footway to meet Local Authority standards. It is not considered
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the frontage of the site as it would significantly impact the sites development
potential.
Conclusion
The proposal is considered to accord with the Fareham Borough Local Plan Review
and is considered acceptable.
RECOMMEND:
Subject to the applicant/owner first entering into a planning obligation pursuant to
Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 on terms drafted by the
Solicitor to the Council to secure a financial contribution towards off-site public open
space and/ or facilities and highway infrastructure improvements by the 11
September 2009.
OUTLINE PERMISSION: Submission of reserved matters (Appearance, Scale &
Landscaping); materials, boundary treatment; parking; tree protection, hours of
construction; no burning; mud on road
OR: In the event that the applicant/owner fails to complete the required Section 106
Agreement by 11 September 2009.
REFUSE: Contrary to Policy; inadequate provision for public open space and
highway infrastructure.
BACKGROUND PAPERS: P/09/0518/OA
(10) P/09/0595/FP
as amended by plans received 24th August
WARSASH
MR SCOTT LOVEDAY
AGENT: ADP ARCHITECTS
ERECTION OF REAR EXTENSION &
ALTERATIONS TO ROOF TO PROVIDE
1ST FLOOR ACCOMMODATION INC.
EXTENDED SIDE DORMER (PART
ALTERNATIVE TO P/08/1313/FP)
121 FLEET END ROAD
WARSASH
SO31 9HJ
OFFICERS REPORT - Richard Wright ext. 2356
Site Description
This application relates to a detached single storey dwelling on the eastern side of
Fleet End Road. The bungalow lies approximately 12 metres from the highway and a
1.8 metre high hedgerow runs across part of the front boundary.
Description of Proposal
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Approval for the majority of this development was granted under planning permission
P/08/1313/FP earlier this year. A part-alternative is now proposed with the sole
amendment being the provision of an extended side dormer window to the north
elevation. This is to enable the addition of a further ensuite bathroom to the front
bedroom already approved. The additional window in the extended part of the
dormer is proposed to be obscure glazed and fixed shut up to a height of 1.7m above
finished floor level.
Policies
Fareham Borough Local Plan Review Policies C1, C3, C11, T5, DG3, DG4, and
DG5.
Relevant Planning History
P/08/1313/FP - Erect Rear Extn, Alts to Roof to Provide 1st Floor Accomm, Car Port
& Replacement Garage with Storage Over - PERMISSION FEB 2009
Representations
One letter has been received objecting on the following grounds:

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The privacy of my house and garden will be compromised
The application is against Article 8 of European Court of Human Rights
legislation.
One further letter has been received making no comment on the proposal.
Comments
This application effectively seeks approval for the extension of a dormer window
already approved in a previous planning permission. Given that members resolved
to grant permission for the remainder of the scheme earlier this year and that this
permission is still extant, the issues in determining this new part alternative proposal
are to do with the potential impact of the enlarged dormer on residential amenity and
the visual appearance of the streetscene.
The dormer is effectively to be doubled in size to that previously approved,
predominantly extending along the side facing roof plane towards the front of the
bungalow. The new window to be featured is proposed to be obscure glazed and
fixed shut to a height of 1.7 metres above internal floor level. Provided this is
secured by means of a suitable condition, officers have no concern over potential
overlooking of the neighbouring property to the north. The enlarged flat roofed
dormer, by virtue of its position on the side of the dwelling and distance from the
street frontage, would not be prominently sited and is not viewed to be harmful to the
visual amenity of the area.
To summarise, officers consider the proposal to be in accordance with the relevant
policies of the Local Plan Review and recommend permission be granted.
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PERMISSION: en-suite windows to be obscure glazed and fixed shut to height of 1.7
metres above internal finished floor level and retained in that manner at all times
(north elevation); materials as approved in P/08/1313/FP; rooflights in dwelling to
have min sill height 1.7m above floor level (north & south elevations); remove PD
rights for openings in the roofslope of rear extension; in accordance with landscaping
scheme as approved on P/08/1313/FP; hedge on frontage retained at min height
1.8m
BACKGROUND PAPERS: File P/09/0595/FP; P/08/1313/FP
(11) P/09/0601/FP
MR PETER LAWRENCE
WARSASH
AGENT: MR DAVID NEWELL
CONVERSION OF EXISTING DWELLING
& ANNEXE TO 6 DWELLINGS
(ALTERNATIVE TO P/08/1138/FP)
88 NEWTOWN ROAD
WARSASH
SO31 9GB
OFFICERS REPORT - Newrick Martin ext. 2526
Site Description
The property is located on the west side of Newtown Road opposite the junction with
Pitchponds Road. The western side of Newtown Road is characterised by large
detached two storey dwellings set within large plots. The site is situated within a
Countryside area, within the Coastal Zone and in an Area of Special Residential
Character. To the west of the site the property is bounded by the Warsash School of
Navigation.
Description of Proposal
Permission is sought to;
• Construct a new vehicle access on the Newtown Road frontage
approximately 27 metres to the south of the existing gated entrance;
• Closure of the existing site entrance;
• Install additional dormer window/door in rear elevation;
• Conversion works to subdivide main house to create three houses and two
flats;
• Use of self-contained annex as dwelling, together with single storey extension;
• Provision of 11 car parking spaces;
• Provision of communal and private garden areas;
• Provision of refuse bin storage facilities.
Policies
Fareham Borough Local Plan Review Policies - C1, C2, C5, C9, H3, DG1,
DG3, DG4, DG5, T5 and R5.
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Relevant Planning History
P/07/0872/FP - Conversion of triple garage block, gym & games room into
self-contained annex - Permission 19 September 2007.
P/08/1138/FP - Conversion of existing dwelling and annex to seven dwellings
Permission 12 March 2009.
Representations
Five letters have been received objecting on the following grounds:
 Insufficient car parking and no visitor spaces;
 Increased traffic will exacerbate an already dangerous situation in Newtown
Road;
 Narrow road with poor visibility from the entrance;
 Limited public transport - not accessible location;
 Loss of privacy;
 Neighbour boundary should have concrete fence;
 Insufficient arboricultural information and loss of tree to create new drive;
 No bonfires should be allowed;
 Insufficient time for public consultation.
Consultations
Chief Planning and Transportation Officer (Highways) – In view of the previous
permission no highway objection raised, subject to previous conditions and transport
infrastructure contribution.
Chief Planning and Transportation Officer (Arborist) – No objection in principle
subject to condition and additional information.
Director of Health and Regulatory Services (Contamination) – No objection subject to
contamination condition.
Director of Health and Regulatory Services (Pollution) – No objection.
Comments
The planning permission in respect of the conversion of the property into seven
dwellings has been commenced although that scheme of works has not been
completed. The current application seeks approval for a revision in those approved
drawings whereby only six dwellings would be created.
The main differences between the two schemes are
 Deletion of proposed two storey front extension;
 Deletion of proposed front porch;
 Deletion of proposed first floor rear extension on existing roof terrace;
 Create one less dwelling in main house.
 Erection of single storey extension to annex unit
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Minor changes to elevations/windows/doors
Re-arrangement of car parking area in 'front garden'
Provision of 11 parking spaces (2 less than original scheme)
The current proposal is a reduced scheme from that previously approved, not only in
terms of the number of dwellings, but also in built form with the deletion of the
approved extensions to the main building. The only new building would be a single
storey extension to the annex dwelling.
The proposed car parking provision is reduced from 13 to 11 spaces, commensurate
with the reduced number of dwellings. The arrangement of parking is also improved
with spaces sited in small groups in closer proximity to the individual dwellings rather
than as approved in a central car park.
The changes in fenestration are not significant in terms of building design or effect on
neighbouring properties by overlooking and loss of privacy.
The continued concerns expressed by local residents to the traffic implications for
Newtown Road were considered within the previous approved application and there
has been no change in this matter. The proposed access and the closure of the
existing access are the same as approved and acknowledge by the Highway
Authority to represent an improvement in highway safety terms.
Notwithstanding the objections received officers consider the application to be in
compliance with the policies of the adopted Local Plan Review.
RECOMMEND:
Subject to the applicant/owner first entering into a planning obligation pursuant to
Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 on terms drafted by the
Solicitor to the Council to secure a financial contribution towards off-site public open
space and/or facilities, and highway infrastructure; by the 11 September 2009.
PERMISSION: No occupation before new access constructed; closure of existing
access; Materials to match; Boundary treatment; Provision of parking and turning
areas; Arboricultural details; Bin store details; Measures to prevent mud on roads;
Hours of construction, Provision for construction vehicles and materials; No bonfires.
OR: In the event that the applicant/owner fails to complete the required Section 106
Agreement by 11 September 2009.
REFUSE: Contrary to Policy; inadequate provision towards public open space
and highway infrastructure.
BACKGROUND PAPERS: File P/08/1138/FP, P/09/0601/FP
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(1)
Erection of Six Dwellings
Land at Keileen Nursery, Brook Lane, Warsash
Variation of existing Planning Obligation (pursuant to P/08/1310/FP)
Officer Report: Lee Smith Ext: 2427
Comments
Full planning permission was granted in March 2009 (P/08/1310/FP) to clear the
existing redundant glasshouses from this site and construct six dwellings.
The planning permission was subject to a planning obligation requiring contributions
to be paid towards off-site public open space provision and transportation measures.
The open space contribution is payable upon the commencement of development.
The transport contribution is payable before any of the dwellings are first occupied. A
further covenant within the planning obligation restricts the use of an adjoining field to
a paddock or open amenity land and prevents structures being erected upon it.
The applicant has recently discharged all the planning conditions and is hoping to
commence development shortly. The applicant has indicated they are likely to
undertake the development on a piecemeal basis so that the individual houses will
effectively be built to order. In light of this the applicant has requested that the
contributions towards open space and transport measures are paid on a proportional
basis. More specifically a sixth of the total open space and transport contribution
would be paid as each dwelling is occupied.
Officers consider that in the circumstances of this particular case, this approach to
proportionately pay the contributions is acceptable. However, the covenant relating to
the payment of transport contributions benefits Hampshire County Council. This
Council does not therefore have the Authority to vary or grant release from this
covenant. The applicant would need to approach Hampshire County Council direct to
seek any variation of the covenant.
RECOMMEND:
Members authorise that a fresh planning obligation be entered into pursuant to
Section 106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 on terms drafted by the
Solicitor to the Council to secure the following:
(i)
a sum of one sixth of the total financial contribution towards public open space
provision and/or improvements be paid prior to the occupation of each
dwelling permitted. Each contribution will be calculated in accordance with the
Open Space supplementary planning guidance at the date they are due.
(ii)
that the field to the west of the permitted dwellings be used solely as a
paddock or as open amenity land and that no structures of any kind be erected
upon it without the consent of the Council;
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that the landowner be released from the covenants contained within the earlier
planning obligation dated 19th March 2009, which benefit Fareham Borough
Council, when the fresh planning obligation is executed.
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North
North West
West
East
South
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(12) P/09/0548/FP
FAREHAM EAST
FAREHAM SAILING & MOTOR BOAT CLUB AGENT: MR ROBIN WREN
EXTENSION TO EXISTING PONTOONS
SALTERNS LANE SALTERNS PIER FAREHAM
OFFICERS REPORT - Newrick Martin ext. 2526
Site Description
The site is located on the foreshore of Portsmouth Harbour to the north of the
junction with Hoeford Creek. Access to the site is from Salterns Lane and across the
existing public open space.
Description of Proposal
The Fareham Sailing and Motor Boat Club (FSMBC) has a licence for 43 fore and aft
moorings along the Cams Hall side of the Fareham Creek although at present only
mooring for 36 craft are in place. The proposal seeks to create the 30 new pontoon
moorings at Salterns Pier and all of the existing moorings on the east side of the
creek will be removed.
The application seeks full planning permission in respect of a 145 metre long
extension of the existing mooring pontoon, with finger pontoons in matching
configuration to provide for 30 boat moorings. It is intended that this extension would
be phased with the first 20 moorings being provided initially and the remainder at a
future time when the Club finances allow.
Policies
Fareham Borough Local Plan Review 2000: DG1, DG3, DG4, DG5, C1, C5, C8, C12,
C14, C18.
Relevant Planning History
FBC.5298/3 - Use of jetty for recreational boating activities and provision of
pontoons and 29 pontoon moorings - Permission - 23 April 1987
Representations
Letter received from The Fareham Society raising the following comments:
 The Society wishes to be assured that Policies C6, C7 and C8 are strictly
adhered to,
 Full account is taken of nature conservation interests,
 Existing moorings should be permanently removed.
Letter received from Portsmouth Harbour Conservation Group:
 A chart of the existing moorings to be lifted should be prepared to ensure no use
is made of these moorings in the future.
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Consultations
Chief Planning and Transportation Officer (Ecology) - The site is within the
designated SSSI, SPA and Ramsar areas of nature conservation importance and
protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended) and Article 4.2
of the Habitats Directive (79/409/EEC).
The replacement of existing fore and aft moorings with 30 pontoon berths is not likely
to have any significant impact on the Portsmouth Harbour Site of Special Scientific
Interest or protected species provided that the proposal is undertaken in accordance
with the following details in order to ensure suitable mitigation and avoid impact to
biodiversity:
1. Piling must only be carried out using non-percussive vibro or hydraulic piling
techniques in order to minimise disturbance to migrating fish species and overwintering birds, which are interest features of the Portsmouth Harbour designated
sites.
2. Existing mooring posts on east side of creek to be permanently removed prior to
16 October of the same year to allow the intertidal area to recover and retained in
order to mitigate for the impacts to the designated site and protected species.
3. On completion of the works all debris and surplus materials to be removed from
the banks of creek.
4. A five year monitoring regime of recovery is agreed with the authority in order to
determine that the intertidal mudflat habitat has recovered following removal of
fore and aft moorings.
Chief Planning and Transportation Officer (Pollution) - Information regarding the
piling works, including noise levels and time/duration of the works, to be provided and
approved before commencement of the works.
Natural England - In Natural England's opinion this proposal will result in an
environmental improvement, and in its current form is unlikely to have a significant
effect on the interest features of the SPA/Ramsar/SAC site and therefore does not
require appropriate assessment in accordance with Regulation 48 of the
Conservation (Natural Habitats, &c.) Regulations 1994 provided the planning
permission is subject to appropriate conditions.
Environment Agency - The Environment Agency acknowledges that the proposal will
result in a net gain of intertidal mudflats and has no objection in principle to the
proposal, subject to appropriate planning conditions.
Queens Harbour Master - No navigational objection to the proposal.
The Crown Estate - No objection in principle to the proposal.
Comments
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mooring restriction area as defined within Policy C5 of the Fareham Borough Local
Plan Review. This policy seeks "to restrict additional jetties, pontoons or the laying
down of further moorings" in the interests of the character of the area and nature
conservation. The creation of the new pontoon moorings would be in conflict with
this policy if taken in isolation of the wider re-location scheme. However, in
combination with the removal of the larger number of existing mooring, the proposal
is acknowledged to have a net benefit in both matters.
In ecological terms, the area of mudflat disturbance below a single fore and aft
mooring is significantly greater than that below a pontoon mooring. A reduction in the
number of mooring from 47 to 30, together with a reduced ecological impact per
mooring, allows the proposal to be considered as beneficial to the interest features of
the protected area.
In terms of the character of the area, the concentration of a reduced number of
moored boats on the proposed extended pontoon would have a reduced visual
impact by comparison with the existing line of mooring extending for approximately
700 metres on the east side of creek.
Clearly, the acceptability of the proposal depends on the method and timing of
implementation of the new pontoon and the necessity for the physical removal of the
existing moorings. It is proposed that these matters be addressed by appropriate
planning conditions.
RECOMMEND:
PERMISSION: implementation plan; piling method statement; removal of existing
moorings; not more than 30 boats to be moored.
BACKGROUND PAPERS: File FBC.5298/3, P/09/0548/FP
(13) P/09/0622/FP
MR & MRS GALLOP
FAREHAM NORTH
AGENT: SPACE & STYLE HOME
DESIGN
ERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY REAR
EXTENSION AND NEW ROOF OVER
EXISTING GARAGE
55 SOMERVELL DRIVE
FAREHAM
PO16 7QW
OFFICERS REPORT - Emma Betteridge ext. 2677
Site Description
This application relates to a detached dwelling on the south side of Somervell Drive
which is to the south of Morshead Crescent.
Description of Proposal
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Planning permission is sought to erect a single storey extension at the rear of an
existing garage. The extension would measure 3.5 metres in depth by 4 metres in
width. The application also includes the provision of a pitched roof over both the
existing garage and the extension. Where the building abuts the neighbouring
property a wall measuring 3 metres in height would be created.
Policies
Fareham Borough Local Plan Review - DG3 and DG5
Relevant Planning History
P/03/0820/FP - Erection of rear conservatory - Permission 03-07-03
Representations
One letter has been received objecting on the following grounds:
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Loss of sunlight to dining room and conservatory
Future responsibility of the boundary
Foundations extending beyond neighbour's boundary
Comments
This application relates to a detached dwelling on the south side of Somervell Drive.
Planning permission is sought for the erection of a single storey rear extension and
includes a pitched roof above an existing side detached garage.
Concern has been received from the neighbouring property to the east that the
proposal would reduce the sunlight which is currently provided to a dining room and
rear conservatory.
The dining room is located within a room which also
accommodates a lounge area with a large clear glazed window within the front
elevation of the property and an obscure glazed side window (which is the window of
concern). Officers are of the view that as the side window is a secondary window with
a limited outlook the loss of light of the room would not be materially affected by the
proposal. Consideration has also been given to the rear conservatory which consists
of three glazed elevations and roof area. Again officers do not consider the level of
light reduction would be unacceptable.
The representation received also raised two other issues relating to future
responsibility of the boundary and the foundations encroaching on the neighbour's
land which are not material planning considerations and are controlled through other
legislation.
The application is of an acceptable design and complies with the approved Extension
Design Guide and the relevant policies within the Fareham Borough Local Plan
Review.
RECOMMEND:
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rear extension.
BACKGROUND PAPERS: P/09/0622/FP, P/03/0820/FP
(14) P/09/0651/FP
FAREHAM NORTH-WEST
MR & MRS COOK
AGENT: THE MCANDREW MARTIN
PARTNERSHIP
ALTERATIONS TO EXISTING CHALET
BUNGALOW AND ERECTION OF ONE
NEW DETACHED DWELLING
183 GUDGE HEATH LANE
FAREHAM
PO15 6PY
OFFICERS REPORT - Susannah Chaplin ext. 2412
Site Description
The application site is on the northern side of Gudge Heath Lane on the western
corner at the junction with Gifford Close. The northern boundary comprises of No.1
Gifford Close and the western boundary comprises of No.187 Gudge Heath Lane
which is a doctor's surgery.
Description of Proposal
Planning permission is sought to alter the existing dwelling to form a chalet bungalow
(Plot 1) and to erect an additional detached chalet bungalow (Plot 2). Access to both
properties would be from the existing access on Gudge Heath Lane and there would
be six car parking spaces on the frontage.
Policies
Fareham Borough Local Plan Review Policies - DG1,DG3,DG5,DG9,H2,R5 and T5
Relevant Planning History
P/09/0200/FP
Demolition of Existing Bungalow and Erection of a Pair of SemiDetached Dwellings
Permission 23 April 2009
P/08/1259/FP
Alterations and Extensions to Existing Bungalow to Form a Pair
of Semi-Detached Dwellings
Permission 22 January 2009
P/08/0073/FP
Demolition of Existing Bungalow and Erection of 5 Flats with
Associated Parking, Refuse and Cycle Storage
Refuse 29 February 2008
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The neighbour notification period expires 31 August 2009. At the time of writing this
report one letter has been received objecting on the following grounds:

The dormer window on the side elevation of Plot 1 will overlook treatment rooms,
consulting rooms and waiting rooms
Any letters subsequently received will be reported at the committee meeting.
Consultations
Chief Planning and Transportation Officer (Highways) - No objection subject to
adequate sightlines
Director of Regulatory Services (Environmental Health) - No objection
Comments
The site is within the urban area where residential infilling; redevelopment and
development on neglected and underused land will be permitted, providing it does
not adversely affect the character of the surrounding area or amenity of existing
residents.
A planning application to extend the existing dwelling and form two semi-detached
dwellings was permitted earlier this year. It was subsequently found that the existing
foundations would not support the proposed extensions and a further application was
permitted for complete demolition and re-build. Taking into account the current
economic climate the applicant now proposes to utilise as much of the existing
property as possible whilst still providing two dwellings on the site.
There is a mix of dwelling types and styles within the area comprising of semi
detached and detached two storey dwellings, bungalows and chalet bungalows. It is
therefore not considered that the proposal would have a detrimental impact on the
character of the area.
Concerns have been raised that the proposal would result in the loss of privacy to the
adjacent doctor's surgery. There would be two small side dormer windows within the
western elevation of Plot 1. The front dormer would serve a bathroom and would be
conditioned to be obscure glazed and fixed shut to 1.7m to prevent overlooking. The
second dormer window towards the rear of the dwelling would serve a bedroom
however it is considered that views into the surgery would be limited and would only
be oblique. It is not considered that overlooking of the doctors surgery would warrant
a refusal of the application as the surgery does not constitute habitable
accommodation.
Officers consider that the proposal is acceptable and complies with the Fareham
Borough Local Plan Review.
RECOMMEND:
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106 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 on terms drafted by the Solicitor to the
Council to secure a financial contribution towards off-site public open space and/ or
facilities and highway infrastructure improvements by the 23 September 2009.
PERMISSION: Materials to be agreed, Boundary Treatment, Parking, Visibility
Splays, Obscure Glaze and Fix Shut to 1.7m first floor windows (bathroom west
elevation Plot 1; east elevation Plot 1, west elevation Plot 2, bathroom east elevation
Plot 2), Construction Hours, No mud on road, No burning on site
OR: In the event that the applicant/owner fails to complete the required Section 106
Agreement by 23 September 2009.
REFUSE: Contrary to Policy; inadequate provision for public open space and
highway infrastructure.
BACKGROUND PAPERS: P/09/0651/FP
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(2)
1 Gracefields Fareham
Fell Poplar Tree Covered by FTPO 482 - P/07/1237/TO
Officer Report: Simon Thompson - Ext 4815
Consent was given on 6 November 2007 under delegated powers for the felling of a
Poplar tree situated within the rear garden of 1 Gracefields, Fareham - this tree being
covered by Tree Preservation Order FTPO 482.
Planning condition 4 of this consent requires a replacement tree to be planted within
the first available planting season following the felling of this tree - the details of this
replacement (species, size and location) to be agreed in writing with the local
planning authority.
This Poplar tree was felled but, despite lengthy written correspondence and
discussions since February 2008 the applicant has not been willing to plant a
replacement tree which is acceptable to Officers. The condition has thus not been
discharged.
Following a meeting on site, Officers wrote to the applicant, on 8 June 2009 (copy
attached at Appendix 1 to this report) outlining a location, alternative species and
expected size and planting period of a possible replacement tree for the felled
Poplar.
The applicant replied by phone, and later a letter was received from her husband,
explaining, in summary, that his wife:
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Felt she had already provided sufficient replacement tree planting, having
already planted three Portuguese Laurel trees (one beside the stump of the
felled Poplar, one near her rear garden summerhouse and one at Officers' 8
June 2009 letter's suggested tree location) which could each grow to 18 feet
and introduced Leylandii planting along her property's front boundary;
As a 73 year old pensioner with a heart condition that the Council's
requirements for a replacement is not very fair, saying the Council's Arborist
agreed the Poplar should not have been allowed to stay there, and (as per
Royal Horticultural Society warnings on Poplars) it was damaging drains and
raising paving stones, had brittle branches that broke off and fell, especially in
high winds, causing a hazard to the occupiers of 1 Gracefields and their
neighbours considering their conservatories at this windy site;
The Council made a poor decision to allow the retention and protection of this
Poplar tree close to the nearby housing, which cost the applicant £500 for its
removal, and whilst she is reviewing the site and type of replacement tree, in
this context maybe the Council could share the cost of its replacement.
Officers are of the opinion that the applicant's replacement planting is not
commensurate to that required (e.g. in visual amenity terms) for a TPO tree such as
this Poplar.
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and the lack of any resolution Members are requested to authorise the serving of a
Tree Replacement Notice, of which the applicant would have a right of appeal.
Such a Replacement Notice is likely to draw on those tree replacement
arrangements outlined in Officers' 8 June 2009 letter attached at Appendix 1 to this
report.
RECOMMEND:
Officers be authorised to serve a Tree Replacement Notice under Section 207 of the
Town and Country Planning Act 1990 pursuant to non-compliance with Condition 4 of
tree works consent P/07/1237/TO.
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ZONE 3 – EASTERN WARDS
Hill Head
Portchester West
Portchester East
Stubbington
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(15) P/09/0546/FP
MR DAVID LIVINGSTONE
HILL HEAD
AGENT: MR GLENN BRAMBLESTEWART
ERECTION OF SINGLE STOREY REAR
EXTENSION TO GARAGE
1 SHANNON ROAD
STUBBINGTON
PO14 3RL
OFFICERS REPORT - Richard Wright ext. 2356
Site Description
This application relates to a detached two-storey dwelling located on the south
western side of Shannon Road, Stubbington. The house benefits from an attached
single garage on the southern side elevation. A 1.8m high close boarded fence runs
along the boundary with the property and those rear gardens of houses in Faroes
Close to the south.
Description of Proposal
This application proposes a single storey flat roofed addition to the rear of the
existing garage. A window is proposed for the rear elevation of the extension and a
door in the small section of side (north) elevation. The extension is proposed to be
set off from the boundary slightly by around 0.3m.
Policies
Fareham Borough Local Plan Review DG3 & DG5
Representations
One letter has been received objecting on the following grounds:
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Loss of light to property to south
Noise nuisance
Overlooking
Concern over interruption to maintenance of boundary fence
Concern over usage of extension as extra garage space and vehicle repairs
Comments
The proposed extension is not believed to have an adverse impact on the residential
amenity of the occupiers of adjacent properties. Due to the lack of windows in the
southern elevation of the proposed extension and the presence of the close board
fence along the southern boundary, no overlooking of neighbouring gardens is
possible with regards to this application or in the future. The retention and
maintenance of this fence need not be affected by this proposal as it is sufficiently set
in from the boundary. Similarly, the extension is proposed to be 2.5 metres in height
with 0.7 metres of this above the line of the fence.
It is not considered to be
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virtue of its limited size and distance from the nearest habitable rooms in this
property which lie approximately 10 metres away.
There is no evidence to suggest that the extension is proposed to be used for any
other purpose that that which is ancillary to the enjoyment of the dwelling. Therefore
officers are satisfied that statutory powers afforded to the council are more than
adequate in dealing with any future issues of noise nuisance.
In conclusion the proposal is deemed in accordance with the relevant policies of the
Fareham Borough Local Plan Review.
RECOMMEND:
PERMISSION:
BACKGROUND PAPERS: File P/09/0546/FP
(16) P/09/0606/FP
MR & MRS GORDON
HILL HEAD
AGENT: SPACE & STYLE HOME
DESIGN
ERECTION OF TWO STOREY
EXTENSIONS & ALTERATIONS
48 OLD STREET
FAREHAM
PO14 3HR
OFFICERS REPORT - Simon Thompson ext. 4815
Site Description
Number 48 Old Street is a two storey house with side garage located on the east
side of Old Street opposite this road's junction with Knights Bank Road.
The existing house appears to have been built in the 1950s.
The site is in the urban area and is immediately to the north of the South West Hill
Head Area of Special Residential Character.
Description of Proposal
This planning application seeks permission to alter and extend this existing dwelling.
This involves two storey extensions to the front, north side and northern rear of this
dwelling, the main part of these additions being the two storey side extension which
involves the loss of the dwelling's existing side garage.
Policies
Fareham Borough Local Plan Review - Policies DG3, DG5, C18 and T5
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Representations
Three letters have been received objecting on the following grounds:
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Building over existing drains;
Out of keeping with property and immediate vicinity and local and visual
character of the area, (e.g. by narrowing the gap between it and the neighbouring
house (50 Old Street - No. 50) to the north and adversely affecting harmony of
"paired houses" existing from this part of Old Street through Short Road and into
Solent Road);
Loss of view from the neighbouring property No. 50 and of its sun and light to its
rear elevation, lounge, bedroom and small rear garden and patio, especially in
the afternoon and evening, detrimental to the resident's amenities and health of
that garden,
Loss of privacy at No.50 by the door proposed in the north elevation and from
the proposed rear bedroom's double doors with small rear balcony overlooking
No.50's rear patio bedroom;
The submitted site plan omits showing the upper storey wall of No.50. This is set
back from the line of No.50's single storey extension;
The resident of No.50 considers the application would be marginally more
acceptable if: the gable end above proposed bedroom 3 is hipped to give more
light to No.50; the proposed side extension is reduced in width and depth; the
balcony serving bedroom 3 is removed to improve No.50's privacy.
Consultations
Chief Planning and Transportation Officer (Highways) - No highway objection
Hampshire County Council (Ecologist) - Butcher's Broom and Pipistrelle Bats have
both been recorded within 100m of this site. A biodiversity survey and report may be
needed.
Comments
The applicant's agent has provided comments in response to the three letters of
objection from the public mentioned above. The agent concludes by saying the
proposed design is the result of careful and deliberate thought, being a intricate
design addressing his clients needs whilst respecting neighbouring properties. The
proposed solution is not a typical box type side extension, but a thoughtful one
addressing the house as a whole, maintaining a lower eaves and ridge height
proposed nearest No.50 being uppermost in his mind. Gables to the front and rear
are proposed to improve not only the aesthetics and balance of the house, but
reduce the height of the extension adjacent to the boundary. Whilst the proposal is
different, he states, to the immediate neighbouring properties, it would comfortably sit
in the street when considering the road as a whole, and is believed to be a good
design that conforms to the Council's planning policies.
Certainly, whilst its street scene design is different from the relatively plain and simple
existing house, the proposed redesign would add visual interest and variety in the
street scene.
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The proposed extension's juxtaposition to its boundaries would retain an acceptable
degree of space between buildings and it also meets the Extension Design Guide's
normal requirements in terms of potential light and outlook effects on neighbouring
properties.
Whilst there would be some limited loss of light to the rear garden of No.50, Officers
do not consider this would justify refusal. Officers further acknowledge that oblique
views into neighbour's rear gardens would be possible from the proposed first floor
rear windows (e.g. from the proposed bedroom 3). Such arrangements are not
uncommon in the urban area and again Officers do not believe this justifies refusing
the application.
In terms of the County Council's ecological concerns this development site is a
residential property with a normal domestic garden whilst the existing house appears
of a built form of sound and solid construction. Officers do not consider that this
property is an immediately obvious habitat for the species mentioned to justify a
biodiversity assessment.
Notwithstanding the objections received Officers consider that the proposal is in
accordance with the policies of the adopted Local Plan and the Extension Design
Guide.
RECOMMEND:
PERMISSION: Materials to be approved;
BACKGROUND PAPERS: P/09/0606/FP
(17) P/09/0621/FP/M
MR N WALKER
PORTCHESTER EAST
VARY CONDITIONS 3&8 OF
P/04/0955/FP (PART RETAIN EXISTING
BUILDING FOR GARAGE/BOILER
ROOM/LOG STORE, ALTS TO DRIVE &
TURNING AREAS)
HOSPITAL LANE - TURRET
HOUSE PORTCHESTER
OFFICERS REPORT - Kim Hayler ext. 2367
Site Description
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The site is located on the southern coastline of Portchester, accessed along a
coastal track from Hospital Lane, which is at the end of Castle Street,
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The site comprises a recently constructed replacement dwelling and the
original detached dwelling situated close to the western boundary;
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A coastal footpath runs parallel with the access track around the coastline;
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The site lies within an area designated coast and countryside;
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There is a mature tree screen along the eastern and northern boundaries and
part of the southern boundary bordering the coastline has a 2 metre high wall.
Description of Proposal
Planning permission was granted for a replacement dwelling at this site in September
2004. Externally the building is virtually complete and it has recently been occupied.
The original planning permission was subject to a number of planning conditions.
Condition 3 required details of a landscaping scheme to be submitted and agreed
with this Council. The scheme which principally showed the creation of lawns around
the building was approved in June 2005.
Condition 8 states 'within 6 months of the first occupation of the dwelling hereby
approved, the existing dwelling shown on the approved plan shall be demolished and
removed permanently from the site. The reason for this condition was 'in the interests
of the visual amenities of the area.'
The applicant now wishes to demolish the original dwelling in part and alter the
remaining parts of the structure to enable its re-use as a garage, boiler room and log
store.
The access to the proposed garage building along with the turning areas within the
curtilage of the dwelling would also be changed from that previously approved. This
would involve changes to the areas of the site which would be laid out to lawn.
Policies
Fareham Borough Local Plan Review Policies C1, C2, C5, DG3, DG4, DG5, H13 and
T5
Relevant Planning History
P/04/0955/FP Erection of replacement dwelling
Permission - 22 Sept 2004
Representations
The planning application has been publicised by means of site notices. No
representations have been received.
Comments
Officers have considered the proposals carefully on site and have viewed the site
from open space to the west and the coastal footpath. Officers have also been inside
the original dwelling house and can confirm that residential occupation of it has now
ceased. Furthermore many of the facilities have been removed from the house
including the bathroom, kitchen and central heating.
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This application seeks changes to the landscaping of the site, including modifications
to the driveway and turning areas. The site is well screened from public vantage
points. Officers are of the opinion that the proposed changes to the soft and hard
landscaping would not materially harm the visual amenities or character of the area.
Permission is also sought to demolish the original dwelling in part and carry out
modifications to the remaining building. The roof and upper floor of the building
would be removed, along with a number of internal walls at ground level.
The building would appear single storey in scale with a castellated finish at roof level
reflecting the style of the new house. The western end of the building would measure
4.3 metres in height and the remaining part 3.3 metres (measured to the upper part
of the parapet). The building would have new roller shutter doors fitted to the east
and south elevations and would be rendered and coloured brick red. The building
would be used as a garage and log store and would house a wood burning plant
which would provide heat to the new dwelling. It is intended to retain the original
chimney.
Condition 8 was imposed to ensure the removal of the existing dwelling in the
interests of the visual amenities of the area. Being a countryside location this also
ensures that no additional dwellings would be provided which would be contrary to
the Council's normal policies. The applicant has made it clear they have no intention
of using the partly retained building as a separate dwelling.
In the view of Officers the scale and design of the proposed garage/ log store and
boiler room would be acceptable having regard for its siting, the size of the site and
existing landscaping. Members will also be aware that under permitted development
rights substantial ancillary buildings could be erected at the site without the need for
planning permission.
Officers are recommending that conditions are imposed preventing the use of the
building as a separate residential unit (which will become effective upon the grant of
planning permission). Officers are recommending a further condition requiring the
original house to be reduced to a maximum height of no more than 4 metres within
12 months of the date of the decision notice. Lastly Officers suggest a condition that
requires the landscaping to be undertaken within 12 months of the date of the garage
building and associated manoeuvring areas being completed.
RECOMMEND:
PERMISSION: Building not to be used as a residential unit; the height of the building
to be reduced to a maximum of 4 metres within 12 months of the date of the planning
permission; landscaping scheme to be carried out within 12 months of the garage
and associated manoeuvring areas being completed.
BACKGROUND PAPERS: File: P/04/0955/FP
(18) P/09/0626/CU
MR HARFIELD
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PORTCHESTER EAST
AGENT: MR HARFIELD
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CHANGE OF USE OF LAND TO FORM
PART PRIVATE GARDEN AND
RETENTION OF STRUCTURE
(RETROSPECTIVE APPLICATION)
SUNNINGDALE ROAD - 1416 - PORTCHESTER
- LAND TO REAR OF -
OFFICERS REPORT - Simon Thompson ext. 4815
Site Description
Numbers 14 and 16 Sunningdale Road are two neighbouring terrace houses on the
south side of this road and positioned about 50m to the east of Sunningdale Road's
junction with Myrtle Avenue, Portchester.
At the rear/south of No's 14 and 16 is a shared access way which runs west to east
behind these properties and its close neighbours on the south side of Sunningdale
Road.
This access way runs on from behind No's 14 and 16 eastwards and then turns north
to connect to the eastern cul-de-sac end of Sunningdale beside 2 Sunningdale Road,
whilst in the opposite direction it runs on via a "S" bend and connects to Myrtle
Avenue at the rear of 30 Sunningdale Road.
There are numerous similar rear accesses in the immediate area.
Description of Proposal
This application seeks permission to change the use of a narrow strip of the access
way behind No's 14 and 16 to form part of these two properties' rear gardens.
This strip has already been enclosed for this purpose by a close boarded fencing
(approximately 1.8 metres high) with an eastern panelled side gate and flat, part
green netting and part obscure translucent polycarbonate, roof covering above.
This enclosed area was installed in April 2009 and serves as a narrow allotment or
plant growing area and has access gates to each of the previous rear gardens of
No's 14 and 16.
The application also seeks the retention of this structure/enclosure.
Policies
Fareham Borough Local Plan Review - Policies DG3, DG5 and T5
Representations
Two letters and two emails have been received objecting on the following grounds:
 Loss of rear access to properties at Sunningdale Road from Myrtle Avenue in the
west to Sunningdale Road's eastern end;
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state there is no requirement to divert, extinguish or create a right of way;
 Full access should be retained, 1938 property deeds showing this access for the
passage of persons and vehicles, it having been used for property maintenance,
disabled neighbours, builder and trade access and in the last 20 years;
 Previous to this application, some Councillors have indicated that such 1930s rear
access ways in Portchester should be retained as they were designed and built
this way;
 This access is needed for the maintenance of off road parking required by the
planning authority for a nearby property's existing loft conversion and possibly for
future such conversions nearby;
 If this scheme is permitted, the Council would seem to be being inconsistent in its
decisions, and a precedent would have been set;
 Perhaps the authorities should insist that in future these back access ways are
properly maintained by concerned residents.
Consultations
Chief Planning and Transportation Officer (Highways) - No highway objection
Comments
The applicant has set out in some detail why he believes his application should be
permitted. He has pointed out for example that:
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The right of way is not completely blocked by the structure as a walkway remains
beside it reflective of the current use of the access way;
The access way in recent years has progressively been used less and less and
become overgrown with no clear right of way for at least the last 10 years, with
local residents presumably aware of this without complaint.
Removing the structure would not in itself make the access way available for use
again-much vegetation would need to be cleared.
Some of the residential properties backing onto this access way do not have any
access gates onto this access way, and those properties east of No.14 still able
to gain access up to the eastern end of Sunningdale Road;
There are no garages at the rear of 2 to 20 Sunningdale other than at No. 10,
which has not been used for many years with the current resident owner having
indicated a desire to return it to full garden size, and at No. 20 whose access is
believed to be compromised by a wall to the rear of No.22 and the land
immediately outside this garage over grown showing its non-use;
This rear access is 3m wide and narrower than others in the area with the
tightness of its bends making it virtually impossible for vehicles to use this stretch
of access way with most residents instead having front off road parking and, with
the "Home Zone's" introduction, rear vehicular access is quickly becoming nonexistent here and nearby;
This 1930s installed access way is no longer needed for its then intended
purpose to serve coal deliveries;
The proposed structure to be retained is not an eye sore nor visible from the road
and is screened by trees by the adjacent school and does not contravene height
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Borough for example.
Clearly that set out above in this report, outlines many of the arguments for or against
this proposal.
It appears that this access way has not remained fully open for access for a number
of years. This is evidenced by the amount of plant growth which has occurred upon it
over a period of time. This fact however needs to be balanced against the fact that if
the requested change of use were granted now it would permanently prevent
vehicular access from east to west. Plant growth on the other hand could be simply
and quickly removed.
The Council's highway engineers have been consulted on this application and have
not raised a formal objection. They do however recognise the value of these rear
accesses in providing servicing and parking facilities to local residents.
In light of the foregoing, Officers have weighed the arguments for and against this
proposal. Whilst these are in many ways finely balanced, Officers are concerned that
the proposal would permanently remove the ability to drive east/ west between
Sunningdale Road through to Myrtle Avenue or vice versa. The loss of such a
servicing facility would be detrimental to nearby residents and could reduce the ability
for other residents to provide parking facilities at the rear of their property.
On balance Officers recommend that planning permission should be refused.
RECOMMEND:
REFUSE: Contrary to policy; permanent loss of circulatory access detrimental to
residents of nearby dwellings.
BACKGROUND PAPERS: P/09/0626/CU
(19) P/09/0628/FP
MR P ELLWOOD
PORTCHESTER EAST
AGENT: MR P ELLWOOD
RETENTION OF REAR BALCONY
22 ALTON GROVE
PORTCHESTER
PO16 9NJ
OFFICERS REPORT - Richard Wright ext. 2356
Site Description
This application relates to a semi-detached chalet bungalow style property on the
southern side of Alton Grove, Portchester. The property has a single storey rear
extension with a part flat/part pitched roof. The property also has a rear flat roofed
dormer window.
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Description of Proposal
Permission is sought for the retention of a balcony that has been created on the flat
part of the roof of the rear extension. The balcony has a small parapet wall to the
rear measuring around 0.3 metres from the level of the roof decking. A handrail to a
height of 1.1 metres from the level of the roof decking is proposed to be added to this
wall. A larger parapet wall to a height of around 1.2 metres above the roof decking
exists between the balcony and the adjoining roof of 24 Alton Grove. To the east of
the balcony is the pitched roof section of the rear extension which features a ridge
which stands approximately 1.5 metres above the height of the roof decking.
Policies
Fareham Borough Local Plan Review DG5
Representations
One letter has been received objecting on the following grounds:
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Overlooking of neighbouring windows and gardens
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The granting of this application will set a precedent for other such balconies in
the street
One letter has been received supporting the application with the following comments:
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A first floor balcony for a waterfronted property can only complement the area
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Theirs is not the first on the road to have a balcony in place
Two further letters have been received with the following comments:
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It is a private space that is hardly overlooked and doesn't have any negative
impact on neighbouring properties
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This application will not interfere with the privacy of our garden
Comments
The primary consideration in determining this application is the impact the retention
of the balcony would have on the level of privacy enjoyed by neighbouring properties.
As with rear facing windows at first floor level, oblique views from balconies into
adjacent gardens are unavoidable in densely populated areas such as this. The
letters received from the neighbours either side of the application property raise no
objection to the balcony's retention. Notwithstanding this, measures should be taken
in order to prevent direct sideways overlooking into the rear facing windows in these
properties to the detriment of the amenity of current or future occupiers. A
reasonable condition would be to require screening to be erected at suitable
positions on either side of the balcony, details of which should be approved by the
local planning authority.
Subject to the imposition of appropriate conditions officers consider the proposal
accords with the relevant policies of the Fareham Borough Local Plan Review.
RECOMMEND:
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within 4 weeks of the planning permission being granted. Approved screening to be
implemented within 4 weeks of its approval.
BACKGROUND PAPERS: File P/09/0628/FP
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The following list details the current situation regarding new and outstanding planning
appeals and decisions.
APPEALS LODGED
1.
P/09/0015/CU
Appellant: Mrs Lorette West
Site:
55 Pimpernel Close
Decision Maker: Officer's Delegated Powers
Recommendation: Refuse
Council's Decision: Refusal
Date Lodged:
4th August 2009
Reason for Appeal: Against the decision of the Local Planning Authority to refuse
planning permission for the change of property to mixed residential/business use
(conversion of garage to hairdressers) & install window to side elevation of garage.
HEARINGS
2.
P/08/1248/FP
Appellant: Ivor Codall
Site:
Seaview Farm, Cranleigh Road, Portchester, Fareham
Decision Maker: Officer's Delegated Powers
Recommendation: Refuse
Council's Decision: Refusal
Date Lodged:
1st May 2009
Reason for Appeal: Against the decision of the Local Planning Authority to refuse
planning permission for the redevelopment of the site by erection of new forge, 6 (B1)
industrial units, toilet & stable block, relocate mobile home and boat storage area.
Hearing Date:
27th August 2009
3.
P/09/0/0102/FP
Appellant: Lowater Ltd - Lowater Nursery
Site:
Lowater Nursery, Hook Lane, Fareham
Decision Maker: Planning Development Control Committee Recommendation:
Permission
Council's Decision: Refusal
Date Lodged:
24th July 2009
Reason for Appeal: Against the decision of the Local Planning Authority to refuse
planning permission for the conversion of building a to create 12 (b1) office units,
demolition of building b to create 12 (b1) office units, car parking, landscaping and
associated works.
Hearing Date:
4th November 2009
DECISIONS
4.
P/08/1187/TO
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Site:
16 St Pauls Road, Sarisbury Green
Decision Maker: Officer's Delegated Powers
Recommendation: Refuse
Council's Decision: Refusal
Date Lodged:
17th February 2009
Reason for Appeal: Against the decision of the Local Planning Authority to refuse
planning consent for the felling of a cedar tree in the front garden covered by
F.T.P.O.568.
Decision:
Dismissed
Date of Decision: 17th August 2009
Enquiries:
For further information on this report please contact Lee Smith. (Ext 2427)
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Item
Page
ZONE 1
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P/09/0540/FP - 2 STALYBRIDGE CLOSE, PARK GATE
Amended plans received 4 September 2009 showing dormer
windows set below the existing ridge.
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P/09/0671/FP - 87 WINNARDS PARK, SARISBURY GREEN
Chief Planning and Transportation Officer (Arborist) - No objections
Head of Leisure and Community (Parks and Trees Officer) - The
Council has already programmed work to the tree to the north east of
the site which would effectively remove its current overhang of the
existing garage & proposed parking. No objection if the developer
wishes to do this work before then, but if so, he/she is asked to
provide information on such work prior to its commencement
Chief Planning and Transportation Officer (Highways) - No highway
objection
Officers recommend an informative (NFI) be added to this item's
recommended decision to reflect the above comments of the
Council's Parks and Trees Officer.
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P/09/0509/RM - LAND OFF SHETLAND RISE, WHITELEY
Further amended by letter dated 7 September 2009 - details of
boundary treatment and site operations withdrawn for future
negotiation. Developer offers traffic calming speed hump in Shetland
Rise, subject to HCC approval.
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P/09/0575/TO - JOHN WILLMENT MARINE LTD, UNIVERSAL
SHIPYARD, CRABLECK LANE, SARSIBURY GREEN
This application is as amplified by email dated 25 August 2009
concerning the applicant's acceptance of the alternative replacement
tree types/numbers suggested by the Council's arborist.
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P/09/0601/FP - 88 NEWTOWN ROAD, WARSASH
Additional condition:- Contamination
ZONE 2
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MISCELLANEOUS ITEM
P/07/1237/TO - 1 GRACEFIELDS, FAREHAM
On the advice of the Council's Legal Services Officer, the
recommendation should be amended to read:
RECOMMEND:
Officers be authorised to serve a Tree Replacement Notice under
Section 207 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 pursuant to
non-compliance with Condition 4 of tree works consent
P/07/1237/TO, the period for compliance to be 4 months from when
the Notice becomes effective.
ZONE 3
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P/09/0626/CU - LAND TO THE REAR OF 14 - 16 SUNNINGDALE
ROAD
The applicant is not able to attend the committee meeting and has
therefore submitted comments in response to the representations
received:
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The comments are misleading and do not offer a true reflection
of the situation;
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There has not been full access up and down the alleyway for
many years due to the extent of the overgrowth at one end;
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The alleyway is not regularly used; it is virtually impossible to
pass up and down the full length due to the thickness of
overgrowth. This indicates that no-one has passed in some
time;
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No. 6 Sunningdale Road does not have a back gate, but there
is no obstruction to the fence or access to maintain the
property. The property has alternative access;
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The alleyway is overgrown outside of 18 and 20 Sunningdale
- 68 Road;
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