Agenda and minutes

To confirm the minutes of the meeting held on 27 July 2022 as a correct record.

The minutes of the meeting held on 27 July 2022 were approved as a correct record.

To receive any disclosures of interest from councillors under the Councillors’ Code of Conduct, or contact with applicants/objectors under the Planning Code.

a) Disclosures of interest under the Members’ Code of Conduct

There were none.

b) Declarations of interest under the Council’s Planning Code

Councillor Gibson declared that she had made an informal visit to the site.

Ward

Laleham and Shepperton Green

Proposal

Erection of a side extension with a habitable space within the loft including the installation of a rear facing dormer, rooflights to the front and rear. Erection of a single storey rear extension and front porch (following demolition of existing single storey side extension). The installation of a rear facing Juliet Balcony and alterations to the existing fenestrations.

Recommendation

Approve the application subject to conditions as set out at paragraph 8 of this report.

Description:

Erection of a side extension with a habitable space within the loft including the installation of a rear facing dormer, rooflights to the front and rear. Erection of a single storey rear extension and front porch (following demolition of existing single storey side extension). The installation of a rear facing Juliet Balcony and alterations to the existing fenestrations.

Additional Information:

There was none.

Public Speaking:

There was none.

Debate:

During the debate the following key issues were raised:

·         The application was for an extension of an existing building.

·         There were concerns about overlooking from the proposed dormer window, but the application was compliant with the council’s policy in this regard.

·         The application also complied with policies relating to the streetscene.

·         The newly constructed outbuilding appeared to be permitted development and was not a relevant consideration in determining this application.

Decision:

The application was approved in accordance with the officer’s recommendation.

To note details of the Planning appeals submitted and decisions received between 14 July 2022 and 7 September 2022.

The Chairman informed the Committee that if any member had any detailed queries regarding the report on appeals lodged and decisions received since the last meeting, they should contact the Planning Development Manager.

Resolved that the report of the Planning Development Manager be received and noted.

To note the details of future major planning applications.

The Planning Development Manager submitted a report outlining major applications that may be brought before the Planning Committee for determination.

Resolved that the report of the Planning Development Manager be received and noted.