22786
1. Retention & subsequent removal of existing timber fencing to Portland Road North boundary subsequent to this, full planning permission is sought for the following: 2. to repair and extend existing historic boundary (Policy/Estate railings) along Portland Road North boundary. 3. block up existing vehicular gate to Portland Road North. 4. Form new pedestrian access gate to Portland Road North. 5. Form new pedestrian access gate to Whitshed Road. 6. Plant native hedging behind new and existing railings listed in item 2 above. 7. construction of 70sqm pitched roof double garage. 8. all associated landscaping, site works and connection to public services necessary to facilitate this development.
Core Refusal Reason
The proposed garage was deemed to have an excessive scale and height with an overbearing impact on neighbors and the Architectural Conservation Area, while the proposed pedestrian entrance was considered a traffic safety hazard.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The garage's scale, height, and siting would result in a significant overbearing impact on neighboring properties and negatively affect the character of The Burnaby Architectural Conservation Area.
- Insufficient evidence was provided to demonstrate that the garage construction would not negatively impact the root systems of protected trees and existing hedgerows.
- The proposed pedestrian entrance onto Portland Road is considered unnecessary and poses a risk to pedestrian safety due to the lack of a footpath, potentially creating a traffic hazard.