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Permission for a proposed extension to an existing single storey structure, which is within the curtilage of a protected structure (RPS ref LH: 005-028). The development includes a new pedestrian entrance along Back Lane and new vehicular entrance along Newry Street within the existing boundary walls, and all associated site works. The existing single storey structure will be carefully restored and incorporated as part of the dwelling. The extension will consist of a single storey structure with a single storey ‘link’ connecting to a two-storey structure to the north-east of the site and will be 116.7 sq.m in total
Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would have an adverse impact on the architectural and historical setting of a protected structure and a national monument, while also failing to provide adequate sustainable drainage details.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design and layout are unsympathetic to the character and setting of the protected structure 'The Anchorage' and fail to preserve the special architectural and historical character of the Architectural Conservation Area.
- The applicant failed to provide a Visual Impact Assessment or an Architectural Impact Assessment to evaluate the development's effect on the setting of King John’s Castle, a recorded national monument in state care.
- The application lacked necessary technical design details and calculations for Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS), contravening mandatory policy requirements for surface water management.