211882
change of use of existing fire damaged ground floor public house (Flower Hill Lodge) to a one bedroom apartment, refurbishment of existing first floor accommodation over public house to a one bedroom apartment, demolition and removal of existing fire damaged structures to rear and construction of a new three storey apartment block containing 4 no. two bedroom apartments and 4 no. one bedroom apartments, proposed rear communal open space, bicycle and refuse storage, repair works to existing public house roof structure, minor alterations to front elevation and all associated site and civil works. Total number of apartments is 10
Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused due to excessive density, scale, and bulk that would negatively impact residential amenity, combined with a lack of parking and inadequate provision for refuse collection access.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed density of 95 units per hectare and the building's excessive height, scale, and bulk are unsympathetic to the existing character and would result in a substandard form of development that negatively impacts residential amenity.
- The proposal fails to provide adequate car and bicycle parking, and the design of private amenity spaces (enclosed balconies with obscure glass) is considered poor and injurious to the outlook of future residents.
- The lack of information regarding site access for refuse collection poses a potential traffic hazard and obstruction on a highly trafficked roadway, rendering the development contrary to proper planning and sustainable development.