Planning Objections

[tom_nieto]

Just remember that you can only object to proposed plans, not object to building works.

The only real concern would be the design and size of the proposed building. If you’ve got a sensible architect, most concerns should have been addressed. The condition of the public highway is not in any way your concern - especially for a single private dwelling /facepalm

 

[SpeedFreak]

can't you eloquently supply written rejection/criticism of the objections before any meeting too.

aren't there planning rules too for proximity and height of buildings/walls to public roads/lanes.

Yes, already in hand and I have provided this to the architect. Virtually all complaints are already addressed in our design statement and the architect was diligent at evidencing all building guidelines on size, scale, positioning, privacy retention etc... The good news is that Highways have confirmed that they have no objection with access to the proposed new home which was a potential hurdle. The bad news is we need an archaeological watching brief for the foundation works if approved.

 

[SpeedFreak]

Good news is that the parish council have approved with no objections.

 

[dirtychinchilla]

Good news is that the parish council have approved with no objections.

Nice. They can be a real stick in the mud.

 

[SpeedFreak]

What do you make of this? Parish Council Planning Committee has no objections, however the Chair of the same committee has separately commented on the application and personally objected.

 

[gc123]

sore loser?
would assume if committee has passed it , he cant do anything. if your saying it now has been turned down then appeal.

 

[SpeedFreak]

Not turned down, still wit the planning officer, decision due in about 3 weeks. I just find it a bit odd. I can't understand how someone on a committee can make a personal objection, given the objection could be seen to undermine the committee decision.

 

[taB]

I'd expect they made the same points at the committee meeting and were overruled. As such feel the need to raise them personally in some hope that it doesn't go through.

 

[SpeedFreak]

Feels a bit like that. We will see what happens.

 

[Mr Jack]

I can't understand how someone on a committee can make a personal objection, given the objection could be seen to undermine the committee decision.

Is it possible they recused themselves from the decision because they live nearby or something?

 

[cuke2u]

Is it possible they recused themselves from the decision because they live nearby or something?

I think they have to if there's a personal involvement, but it should be in the minutes...

 

[SpeedFreak]

One was a direct neighbour, which she declared and abstained.

 

[dave28]

All my neighbours tried to object to my family building our home, they tried all sorts, the road is not suitable for lorries to delivery building supplies, the roof it too tall and all sorts of other nonsense.

It delayed us for many many months and cost us a lot of money.

It left a sour taste in our mouth and we have never had anything to do with any of them for the last 10 years.

 

[SpeedFreak]

Hopefully not going that way!

 

[SpeedFreak]

Case office has now recommended approval. It still needs to go in the circular due to the number of objections, but crossing our fingers it doesn't get called to committee! Definitely good news.

 

[SeatIbiza]

Good news!

People can't help but stick an oar in. I don't know if it is just a very British thing, but everyone seems to think they know something. As you will (hopefully) find none of these comments have any merit as they are simply the ramblings of mad men/women and they don't have any actual standing vs. the planning regs.

You will have to do a build thread!

 

[SpeedFreak]

Good news!

People can't help but stick an oar in. I don't know if it is just a very British thing, but everyone seems to think they know something. As you will (hopefully) find none of these comments have any merit as they are simply the ramblings of mad men/women and they don't have any actual standing vs. the planning regs.

You will have to do a build thread!

For the majority that seems to be the case. We have made two modifications to appease feedback, notably on the eaves height and a window position, which were easy for us to accommodate. I understand direct neighbours raising questions and concerns, I would likely do the same, albeit with more technical evaluation rather than "too big" or "don't like the look of it". Its the random people who pass through the area I find a bit odd. I actually made a point of checking out other local applications and leaving positive comments as I know how disheartening the negatives can be.

Will definitely do a build log. First have to finishing the renovation project on the bungalow in order to sell and fund the build! Almost there with that one.

 

[SpeedFreak]

Planning officer has now come back and asked us to modify the design as their manager disagrees with their approval assessment. Slightly frustrating

 

[Mr Jack]

Major modifications or just tweaks?

 

[SpeedFreak]

Lower the footings, lower the upstairs ceiling, reduced the roof pitch and move the building by 1m. The ceilings are vaulted so should have no impact really. Crossing our fingers that this is enough.