Agenda item - BH2017/00262 - Canons, 27A Preston Park Avenue, Brighton - Variation Of Condition

Variation of condition 1 of application BH2016/01925 (Demolition of existing dwelling and erection of 1no two storey three bedroom dwelling (C3).) to allow increase in height of parapet to sedum roof.

RECOMMENDATION – GRANT

Ward Affected: Preston Park

Variation of condition 1 of application BH2016/01925 (Demolition of existing dwelling and erection of 1no two storey three bedroom dwelling (C3).) to allow increase in height of parapet to sedum roof.

1)               Councillor Allen declared an interest as he had had correspondence with the objectors and the applicant over one year ago; however, he had an open mind and would stay for the consideration of and vote on the application.

Officer Introduction

2)               The Principal Planning Officer, Stewart Glassar, introduced the application and gave a presentation with reference to plans, photographs and elevational drawings. It was explained that the application sought the variation of condition 1 to increase the parape by 530mm to be able to install a green roof. The proposal was 200mm lower in height than the previous scheme, which the Planning Inspector had concluded that it was acceptable and would not increase overlooking on neighbouring properties. 

Decision Making Process

3)               A vote was taken by the 11 Members present and the Officer recommendation that the Committee grant planning permission was carried with 10 votes for and 1 absention.

150.6      RESOLVED – That the Committee resolves to GRANT planning permission subject to the conditions and informatives set out in section 1.

Note: Councillor Mac Cafferty was not present for the consideration and vote.