SD23A/0276
Change of use of existing residential use to retail at ground floor and associated office accommodation at first floor, demolition of existing rear extension and construction of new 31.2 sqm single story extension. New shop and front elevation and 1.38 sqm of non-illuminated signage - development to extend existing retail space as design studio showroom and retail with associated accommodation at first floor level. Associated groundworks, landscaping, drainage, engineering and ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development to be included.
Core Refusal Reason
The refusal is primarily based on the failure to demonstrate adequate car parking provision within the applicant's control and significant procedural deficiencies regarding the application site boundary and surface water management.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The redline boundary of the application site excludes essential proposed elements such as the access ramp and parking bays, creating ambiguity regarding land ownership and the validity of the statutory notices.
- The applicant failed to submit a detailed surface water management plan incorporating Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) or provide compliant soakaway calculations for the site.
- The proposal does not meet the car parking requirements set out in Table 12.25 of the County Development Plan, as the applicant failed to prove that sufficient parking could be provided within lands under their control.