2360247
(A) Retention Permission for the sub-division of the existing detached house into 2 no. housing units, consisting of one 2-bedroom unit - know as 20(B) and consisting of one 2-bedroom unit - know as 20(A). (B) Planning Permission for a single storey extension to the side (east) elevation of unit no. 20(A) and the insertion of first floor means of escape window on side (east) elevation of unit no. 20(A) and (C) Planning Permission for new vehicular entrance to serve house unit 20(B) and boundary divisional walls and all associated site works.
Core Refusal Reason
The proposed subdivision constitutes overdevelopment and excessive density that would negatively impact the character of the established residential estate and set an undesirable precedent, while the associated parking arrangements would harm the streetscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The subdivision of a standard-sized dwelling (140sqm) on a small site (0.05ha) into two units constitutes overdevelopment and fails to meet the criteria for intensification in established residential areas.
- The internal layout of the units falls below minimum standards for storage space and room depths as set out in the Sustainable Urban Housing Design Standards for new Apartments.
- The proposed vehicular access and extensive hard surfacing would result in the loss of soft landscaping and adversely impact the character and safety of the Woodlands Avenue streetscape.