Erection of a single storey rear and side extension

The committee received the report of the Head of Development Management, including the relevant planning history of the site and details of the responses to the application. 

The Development Management Team Leader introduced the report, explaining that the application was for the erection of a single storey rear and side extension.

Attention was drawn to the update sheet which included a change to condition 3 and an additional representation from the freeholder of the property.

It was noted that a representative for the applicant had attended the committee but opted not to speak.

In the absence ofFollowing some comments from the committee, the Chair moved the officer’s recommendation.  [Change requested by Councillor Williams on 25 July 2018.]

RESOLVED –

that planning permission be granted subject to the following conditions:

1.      The detached garage must be removed as part of the development in accordance with the approved plans.

2.      The development to which this permission relates shall be begun within a period of three years commencing on the date of this permission.

3.      The development shall be carried out in accordance with the following drawings, unless otherwise approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority:  Drawing nos. PB-18/36A-purb/02D, PB-18/36A-purb/03D, PB-18/36A-purb/10C, PB-17/36A-purb/01B.

4.      All the external surfaces of the development shall be finished in materials to match the colour, texture and style of the existing building. Details of any alternative materials shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority prior to the commencement of the development and the development shall only be carried out in accordance with any alternative details approved by this Condition.

Informatives

1.      Your attention is drawn to the fact that planning permission does not override any property rights that may exist.  This permission does not empower you to enter onto land not in your ownership without the specific consent of the owner.

2.      It is your responsibility to ensure that the removal and disposal of the detached garage is done safely due to it possibly being an asbestos material.  The correct approach must be carried out in accordance with Health and Safety Executive (HSE) advice to protect yourself and others from any asbestos dangers.  The HSE have produced guidance sheets which you can find on our website.  Most asbestos removal work will require a licensed contractor.

3.      This permission does not remove the need to obtain any separate consent, which may be required under the Buildings Act 1984 or other building control legislation.  Nor does it override any private rights which any person may have relating to the land affected by this decision.

To find out more information and for advice as to whether a Building Regulations application will be required please visit www.watfordbuildingcontrol.com.

4.      This planning permission does not remove the need to obtain any separate consent of the owner of the adjoining property prior to commencing building works on, under, above or immediately adjacent to their property (e.g. foundations or guttering).  The Party Wall Etc Act 1996 contains requirements to serve notice on adjoining owners of property under certain circumstances, and a procedure exists for resolving disputes.  This is a matter of civil law between the two parties, and the Local Planning Authority are not involved in such matters.

      A free guide called "The Party Wall Etc Act 1996: Explanatory Booklet" is available on the website of the Department for Communities and Local Government.

      https://www.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/upleads/attachment_data/file/393927/Party_ Wall_etc_Act_1996_-_Explanatory_Booklet.pdf

5.      In order to minimise impact of noise, any works associated with the development which are audible at the site boundary should be restricted to the following hours:

Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm Saturdays 8am to 1pm

Noisy work is prohibited on Sundays and bank holidays

Instructions should be given to ensure that vehicles and plant entering and leaving the site comply with the stated hours of work.

Further details for both the applicant and those potentially affected by construction noise can be found on the Council's website at:

https://www.watford.gov.uk/info/20010/your_environment/188/neighbour_complaints_%E2%80%93_construction_noise

6.      In dealing with this application, Watford Borough Council has considered the proposal in a positive and proactive manner having regard to the policies of the development plan as well as paragraphs 186 and 187 of the National Planning Policy Framework and other material considerations, and in accordance with the Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (England) Order 2015.