Agenda item
55 Brierly Gardens, Location E2 0TF (PA/15/01832)
- Meeting of Development Committee, Thursday, 3rd September, 2015 7.00 p.m. (Item 6.2)
- View the background to item 6.2
Proposal:
Erection of rear extension and demolition of existing ramp to be replaced with a new ramped access.
Recommendation:
That the Committee resolve to GRANT planning permission subject to conditions.
Minutes:
Update report tabled.
Jerry Bell (Applications, Team Leader, Development and Renewal) introduced the application for the erection of rear extension and demolition of existing ramp to be replaced with a new ramped access.
The Chair then invited registered speakers to address the Committee.
Alison Russell and Geoff Browning(neighbouring residents) spoke in opposition to the application. They objected on the grounds of poor design out of keeping with the well thought out existing estate, lack of consultation with residents over the plans, increased crime due to the design and the flat roof that was also likely to attract vermin. They also objected to the overdevelopment of Brierly Gardens in view of the impact of the previous scheme (47 Brierly Gardens development), the oppressive nature of the two proposals, loss of privacy and outlook and loss of green space. Overall the proposal would adversely affect residents quality of life and enjoyment of properties. In response to questions, they commented on the merits of alternative options including a pitched roof and referred to existing problems with anti social behaviour in the area. They also expressed concern about the application of unsightly anti climb measures.
Mr Omar Ramadan (occupant) and Mariola Viegas (Applicant’s agent) spoke in support of the application. They stressed the need for the additional space to accommodate the occupant’s special needs and medical equipment and for the occupant to remain close to the Royal London Hospital as there was a lack of alternative accommodation for the occupant. They explained the nature of the adaptations including space for medical supplies, wheelchair manoeuvrability and a ramp. Anti - climb measures could be provided. The neighbours had been consulted and would be notified prior to the commencement of works. In response to questions, they commented on the difficulties of installing a pitch roof at the site and the merits of the flat roof, purposely chosen to minimise the massing of the proposal
Esha Banwait (Planning Officer, Development and Renewal) presented the detailed report describing the site and surrounds, the proximity to the Conservation Area and nearby listed buildings. The proposal would be in keeping with the setting of the area and out of view. She also described the height and scale of the extension that would be subservient to the main building, the design, materials, the internal configuration and adaptions, the replacement ramp and the proposals to retention most of the rear garden. Consultation had been carried and the outcome of this was noted (similar to that for the previous application at 47 Brierly Gardens) including concerns about crime from the development. To address this, anti - climb measures could be added. Due to the orientation of the windows, there would be no noticeable loss of privacy, outlook or any impact on sunlight and daylight following assessment. Officers were recommending the scheme for approval
In response to questions, Officers clarified the depth and height of the extension and the position of the fence in relation to the extension given the concerns about crime from the proposal. Reassurances were also provided regarding the impact on neighbouring amenity.
Councillor Marc Francis proposed and Councillor Chris Chapman seconded that an additional condition be added to the permission in the interests of crime prevention. This was agreed.
On a vote of 4 in favour 2 against and 1 abstention, the Committee RESOLVED:
That planning permission be GRANTED at 55 Brierly Gardens, Location E2 0TF for the erection of rear extension and demolition of existing ramp to be replaced with a new ramped access (reference PA/15/01832) subject to the conditions and informative set out in the Committee report and the following condition requiring
· Application of anti - climb paint and installation of anti - climb spikes
· That the above measures be maintained
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