Agenda item
24/01726/HHD Farmside, Sutton Lane, Sutton.
Minutes:
The Chair advised the Sub-Committee that both applications for Farmside, Sutton Lane, would be heard together, but each application would be voted on separately.
Clare Anscombe, Senior Planner introduced the applications for 24/01726/HHD and 24/0727/LBC Demolition of a single storey rear extension and porch, erection of a two-storey rear extension, conversion of outbuilding into a utility room and associated works (amended plans). The Senior Planner drew the Sub-Committee’s attention to the Additional Representations report which gave details of the amended Daylight and Sunlight Report and a letter from the Objector, Mr Davidson regarding amenity, light and privacy concerns.
Ian Davidson, spoke in objection to the application which raised a number of concerns regarding the BRE Guidelines not being met, incorrect measurements, impact on his amenity, and no independent consultation regarding information submitted.
David Wallom, applicant, addressed the Sub-Committee which raised a number of points regarding the high-quality design of the proposed extension, impact on light, the internal floor levels of applicant and neighbouring properties was near identical and reassurance was provided that there would be no impact when the extension was completed.
The Senior Planner’s presentation addressed the following points:
- The applicant’s and neighbouring properties were Grade II listed buildings. The property dated from the 18th Century and lay within the Stanton Harcourt and Sutton Conservation Area.
- The current kitchen extension was of poor architectural quality. The proposed design was a more sensitive design and would be clearly separated from the original building by a glass roof link. It was considered that the proposed design and materials would preserve the special architectural and historical interest of the listed building.
- Concerns had been raised by the neighbour regarding the impact on daylight and overshadowing of the neighbouring property, particularly along the East facing aspect. A Daylight and Sunlight assessment plan had been submitted in accordance with the latest BRE guidelines for Daylight and Sunlight (2022) and officers considered that the impact upon the living conditions of third parties would be acceptable.
- The proposed development complied with policies OS1, OS2, OS3, OS4, H6, T2, EH3, EH8, EH9, EH10, EH11 and EH12 of the West Oxfordshire Local Plan 2031, the West Oxfordshire Design Guide 2016 and with relevant paragraphs of the NPPF. The application was recommended for approval subject to conditions and informatives set out in the report.
The Chair then invited the Sub-Committee to discuss the application, which raised the following points:
- Members found the site visit to be useful and thanked the applicant for the additional information that had been provided in the Additional Representations report. The concerns of the neighbouring property had been acknowledged by the Sub-Committee.
- Members agreed that the design preserved the historical features of the property and enhances the heritage assets. This did not alter the character of the original building.
- The Parish Council had objected to the application, Members asked for clarification on what was being objected to. The Senior Planner confirmed that the objection was regarding proposed materials and concerns of safeguarding the character and appearance of the building.
- The Parish Council also objected on the massing of the properties due to extension sizes. The Senior Planner confirmed that the proposed development was modest in comparison to other extensions on neighbouring properties.
24/01726/HHD Farmside, Sutton Lane, Sutton
Councillor Steve Cosier proposed that the application be approved in line with Officer’s recommendations. This was seconded by Councillor Liam Walker and was put to the vote.
Voting record-9 for the proposal, 1 against and 2 abstentions. The vote was carried.
The Sub-Committee Resolved to:
- Approve the application in line with Officer’s recommendations.
24/01727/LBC Farmside, Sutton Road, Sutton
Councillor Steve Cosier proposed that the application be approved in line with Officer’s recommendations. This was seconded by Councillor Liam Walker and was put to the vote.
Voting record - 9 for the proposal, 1 against and 2 abstentions. The vote was carried.
The Sub-Committee Resolved to:
- Approve the application in line with Officer’s recommendations.