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alterations and extensions to existing dwelling comprising of the following- partial demolition of the existing bungalow to facilitate a new living room and bedroom extension on the ground floor, a new roof with a first floor dormer extension containing 2 bedrooms, study room and bathroom, a new single storey granny flat side extension, modifications to existing window / Door fenestrations, modifications to wall surface finishes, additional carparking spaces and all associated site works
Core Refusal Reason
The proposed first-floor dormer extension, due to its design, scale, and extensive glazing, would result in significant overlooking and loss of privacy for neighboring properties, making it incompatible with the established single-storey character of the area and the site's topography.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed first-floor extension is considered excessive in height, width, and overall massing relative to the existing bungalow and would be out of character with the predominantly single-storey residential context of the area.
- The design and placement of large windows on the southeast elevation, exacerbated by the site's topography, would lead to direct overlooking of adjoining properties to the east, southeast, and southwest, seriously injuring their residential amenity and private amenity space.
- The development would depreciate the value of neighboring properties and is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area, despite the ancillary 'granny flat' element being otherwise compliant with standards.