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(A) Full planning permission to reinstate as residential, the existing two storey former residential accommodation adjoining, but not connecting into, Oaklawn House totalling 34m2. (B) Full Planning Permission for the following. (1) A change of use of existing single storey barn/sheds totalling 113m2, at the side of Oaklawn House, into residential accommodation. (2) The existing two storey residential accommodation adjoining, but not connecting into, Oaklawn House totalling 34m2 will be incorporated into the conversion of the existing barn/sheds to form one new separate new dwelling unit. (3) A proposed new 3.5m2 porch will be added to the front of the existing barn/sheds to form an entrance to the new residential unit. (4) A proposed new 34.5 m2 upper floor extension to the existing barn/sheds will be added to the proposed new residential unit. (4) Revisions to existing layout and elevations of existing barn/sheds. (5) A new separate secondary treatment system including percolation area to current EPA guidelines, separate entrance and driveway and all associated site works relating to the new residential unit. (6) Minor changes to existing layout and elevations of Oaklawn House and all associated site works required to accommodate the proposed barn/shed conversion on lands which are a protected structure ref 13-33 under WCDP.
Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to its adverse impact on the character and setting of a protected structure and failure to demonstrate a compliant and sustainable wastewater treatment solution.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design, scale, and location of the proposed dwelling and extension would detract from the visual primacy and architectural integrity of the protected structure, Oaklawn House.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that the proposed on-site wastewater treatment system complies with the EPA Code of Practice 2021, specifically regarding separation distances from site boundaries.
- The development would result in an excessive density of septic tanks in the locality and potentially impact the health of existing trees that contribute to the heritage setting.