2342309
Permission for (1) The demolition of an existing two-storey dwelling, associated ancillary building, existing roadside walls and vehicular entrance on Endsleigh Estate, (2) The construction of a new part two-storey, part four-storey residential apartment block (1,210.76m2), consisting of 13 no. apartments; 5 no. 1-bedroom apartments and 8 no. 2-bedroom apartments, (3) 2 no. covered bicycle shelters, (4) Proposed new pedestrian access on Douglas Road, (5) Proposed new pedestrian access on Endsleigh Estate, (6) All other site services and ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development.
Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development represents overdevelopment of a prominent corner site, characterized by excessive scale, massing, and height that would negatively impact the residential character and visual amenities of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The scale, massing, and design of the proposed four-storey block constitute an excessive density that is out of character with the established residential character of the area.
- The development represents overdevelopment of the site, which would seriously injure the amenities of neighboring properties by way of overshadowing and an overbearing appearance.
- The proposal fails to respect the pattern and character of the prominent corner site, resulting in a development that would be detrimental to the visual amenities and character of the surrounding environment.