Planning
Statement
Reserved Matters application for 4 detached dwellings, with detached garages and all associated works at Derwen, Llanerfyl, Welshpool, SY21 0EG
Mr D Jones
Roger Parry & Partners LLP www.rogerparry.net [email protected] Tel: 01938 554499
Mr D Jones
Reserved Matters application for 4 detached dwellings, with detached
garages and all associated works at Derwen, Llanerfyl, Welshpool, SY21 0EG
Planning Statement
February 2021
Site address
Derwen Llanerfyl Welshpool Powys SY21 0EG
Planning Authority
Powys County Council Neuadd Maldwyn Welshpool SY21 7AS
Publication title Planning Statement
Version 1.2
Date February 2021
Roger Parry & Partners LLP 1 Berriew St Welshpool Powys SY21 7SQ Tel: 01938 554499 [email protected] www.rogerparry.net
Ref: PS-GD
1. INTRODUCTION ...... 4 2. LAYOUT ...... 4 3. APPEARANCE ...... 5 4. SCALE ...... 5 5. LANDSCAPING ...... 5 6. ACCESS ...... 6 7. CONCLUSION ...... 6
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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. This Planning Statement is prepared and submitted in connection with the reserved matters application for 4 detached dwellings at land at Derwen, Llanerfyl.
1.2. The development will include a mixture of residential properties, including a provision of 1 affordable dwelling. The layout of the development will complement the existing village, in that it will not encroach into the vast open countryside and situated directly adjacent to other built developments and the road infrastructure.
1.3. The reserved matters application follows on from the approved outline permission of P/2017/1402 which was for up to 4 dwellings. The principle of development for the site was approved at that stage, and therefore this process is to consider the design, formal layout, scale and landscaping of the proposal.
1.4. The reserved matters application also follows on from the approved reserved matters application 18/1083/RES that was approved only associated with the matter of access, with all other matters reserved for future consideration.
1.5. This application was created because the Community Council and third-party comments were raised with some concern in relation to indicative layout showing one access to all 4 properties and the need for this to be adoptable.
1.6. A scheme was then developed and approved that allows each plot to have their own individual access, which will be private. This will in turn be beneficial for the individual plots, accord with the Community Council’s comments and ensure that Powys County Council isn’t required to adopt the access’, which saves Powys maintenance cost.
1.5 The submitted plans illustrate a design, layout, scale and landscaping that will integrate well with the immediate surroundings and complement the site well.
2. LAYOUT
2.1 The location of the site has been accepted through the outline process; the layout has not materially changed from the indicative plan submitted with the outline.
2.2 The specific designs of the houses have been imposed on the layout plan, illustrating that parking, rear and front gardens are provided for each house.
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2.3 The access remains unchanged from the approved reserved matters permission and therefore it is not considered as part of this reserved matters application.
2.4 The road layout will be private, given the proposed development is only 4 dwellings, and therefore will be informal.
3. APPEARANCE
3.1 The appearance of the dwellings is an important factor to consider, ensuring the proposed build is in keeping with the immediate area.
3.2 The properties within the settlement of Llanerfyl are varied in character, with different design and materials historically used in comparison to the more modern buildings within the village.
3.3 The design complements the immediate properties adjacent and opposite, in terms of roof style and layout.
3.4 The proposal includes all elevations comprised of render, brick and slate roofs to ensure they fit in within the village. The materials will be looked to be sourced locally and use recycled materials where possible. This will enhance the sustainability of the build.
4. SCALE
4.1 There are different design types proposed, with all of them considered proportionate to the site. Their scale is in keeping with the area. Given the size of the site, and the maximum allowed to build is 4 dwellings, we have decided to go with 3 different house types, to include a local needs house, 3 bed bungalow and then 2 four bed houses.
4.2 The scale of properties ensure they are all going to be naturally affordable in their own right, which will ensure they are available for young local people in the area.
4.3 Each property has sufficient amenity/garden and parking spaces without impacting the amenity of any neighbouring properties.
5. LANDSCAPING
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5.1 The existing site has limited landscaping, given its within the village. Some landscaping is proposed as shown on the site plan to provide some biodiversity enhancement.
5.2 The existing site is an agricultural field, with it situated amongst existing residential development. This alternative use, would ensure the site complements with the surrounding setting of residential development, and not cause any conflict of uses, where farm noises and smells affect residential properties.
5.3 Hedgerows and trees are provided on the rear boundary to provide biodiversity enhancements.
6. ACCESS
6.1 The access remains unchanged from the approved reserved matters permission and therefore it is not considered as part of this reserved matters application.
7. CONCLUSION
7.1 The principle of development has already been accepted at outline stage and reserved matters approved associated with the matter of access. The proposed design, layout, landscaping and scale are all considered in keeping with the surrounding area and therefore should be considered acceptable.
7.2 The layout illustrates that 4 dwellings can sit comfortably within the site, with enough amenity and parking space. The layout also integrates well with the existing built development, by being sited immediately adjacent to the existing built environment.
7.3 The proposed designs are mixed, but predominantly render and brick which ensures it has character but integrates well with the existing built environment.
7.4 In light of all the information provided to you, and the relevant planning policy context that is currently in place, we consider that the proposed scheme should be viewed positively and recommended for approval.
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