Agenda item - BH2020/01476, 19 Hill Drive, Hove - Full Planning

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BH2020/01476, 19 Hill Drive, Hove - Full Planning

RECOMMENDATION – GRANT

Ward Affected: Hove Park

Minutes:

            Demolition of existing garage and erection of two storey side extension, single storey rear extension and revised rear balcony, 2 no. rear dormers, revised front entrance and access, widening of existing crossover with associated alterations

 

(1)              It was noted that an in-depth presentation had been provided by officers in advance of the meeting and was included on the council website detailing the scheme by reference to site plans, elevatitional drawings and photographs which showed the proposed scheme in the context of neighbouring development. It was also noted that minor amendments had been sought throughout the course of the application. The main considerations in determining the application related to the impact and appearance of the proposed development on the building itself, on the wider street scene and the amenities of adjacent occupiers. Concerns had been raised regarding noise disturbance and associated rubbish and debris resulting from the construction works, however they were not material planning considerations.

 

(2)        It was not considered that the scheme would be significantly harmful in terms of overlooking or loss of privacy and loss of the existing garage revised front access and widened crossover and secure and accessible cycle parking were welcomed. Overall the scheme was considered to be acceptable and was recommended for grant.

 

            Questions of Officers

 

(3)        Councillor Theobald referred to the proposed fenestration and enquired whether the proposed scheme would result in overlooking or overshadowing of neighbouring dwellings. It was explained that the windows at first floor level would be set back and would be obscurely glazed. There would be no direct overlooking in consequence of the development and the levels of mutual partial overlooking of neighbouring gardens would remain unchanged.

 

            Debate and Decision Making Process

 

(4)        There were no further questions and Members then proceeded directly to the vote.

 

(5)        A vote was taken and on a vote of 7 to 2 planning permission was granted.

 

27.8      RESOLVED – That the Committee has taken into consideration and agrees with the reasons for the recommendation set out in the report and resolves to GRANT planning permission subject to the Conditions and Informatives also set out in the report.

 

 

 

 

 

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