Erection of a part two storey, part single storey side extension, two storey and single storey rear extension. Single storey front extension to include a front porch. Loft extension with 4 velux windows in front elevation and 3 in rear roof elevation.

Consideration of this application had been deferred from the meeting of the Committee held on 31 October 2013.

The application sought permission for the erection of a part two-storey, part single-storey side extension, two-storey and single-storey rear extension, single-storey front extension to include a front porch and a loft extension with 4 roof lights in the front roof slope and 3 roof lights in the rear.

The site was currently occupied by a semi-detached house located in Hillside Road within the settlement boundary of Kemsing. The existing property had a single-storey addition to the side and a detached garage which would be removed.

Officers considered that the extensions were sufficiently subservient and well articulated to be sympathetic to the character of the existing and neighbouring properties. The matching materials proposed and the appearance of the property to the front would retain the appearance of a two storey dwelling. The proposals would not result in any significant harm to neighbouring amenities.Additional parking provision could be secured through means of a condition.

It was noted that a Members’ Site Inspection had been held for this application.

The Committee was addressed by the following speakers:

Against the Application:       -

For the Application:              -

Parish Representative:         -

Local Member:                      Cllr. Miss. Stack

It was MOVED by the Chairman and was duly seconded that the recommendation in the report to grant permission subject to conditions be adopted.

Members raised concern that the proposed development to the rear could be overbearing upon the amenities of the residents to No. 2 Hillside Road. It was noted the current occupants were related to the applicant but the concern was for future owners.

It was felt the development would be in keeping with the street scene.

The motion was put to the vote and it was –

Resolved: That planning permission be GRANTED subject to the following conditions:-

1)         The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.

In pursuance of section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.

2)         The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following approved plans 2013/35 and proposed rear and front elevation drawing date stamped received 10.10.13.

For the avoidance of doubt and in the interests of proper planning.

3)         The materials to be used in the construction of the external surfaces of the development hereby permitted shall match those used on the existing building.

To ensure that the appearance of the development is in harmony with the existing character of the building and the area as supported by Policy EN1 of the Sevenoaks District Local Plan.

4)         The development hereby permitted shall not be used or occupied until details have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Council showing adequate provision for the parking of 2 vehicles on a permeable surface within the front of the site. The parking shall be provided in accordance with the approved details and retained for parking purposes is association with the dwelling at all times.

To ensure adequate provision for off road parking in accordance with policy VP1 of the Sevenoaks Local Plan.