Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended a grant of permission because the development, subject to conditions, provides a reasonable level of accommodation, is consistent with the residential zoning objective (A), and does not adversely impact the visual or residential amenities of adjacent properties or the Victorian streetscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed rear extensions and roof alterations, including dormer windows, are consistent with the eclectic nature of the existing streetscape and do not constitute an adverse visual impact.
- Potential residential amenity impacts on No. 74 Albert Road Lower, such as overshadowing or overlooking, are mitigated by the extension's northern location relative to the neighbor and the lack of windows in the south gable elevation.
- The proposed in-curtilage car parking space and vehicular entrance should be omitted via condition to comply with SPPR 3 of the 'Sustainable Residential Development and Compact Growth Guidelines', replaced instead by appropriate landscaping.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective PHP19Policy HER21Section 12.3.7.1 (ii)Section 12.3.7.1 (iv)Section 12.3.7.4Section 12.4.8Section 12.4.5.1Table 13.1.1
Decision Document Summary
This report pertains to a planning appeal for the renovation and extension of 'Rose Cottage', a 19th-century villa at 75 Albert Road Lower. The proposal involves the demolition of outbuildings and the construction of a significant two-storey rear extension, a single-storey extension, and a detached garden room. A third-party appeal from a neighbor (No. 74) highlighted concerns regarding overbearing mass, disruption of the Victorian streetscape, and inaccurate architectural drawings. The Inspecto...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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