En-Plan have delivered a comprehensive property re-development by combining multiple planning permissions in Solihull.
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En-Plan, a distinguished planning and architectural consultancy based in the West Midlands, has been instrumental in transforming properties across Solihull through their comprehensive and multifaceted approach to planning applications. By integrating various types of planning applications, En-Plan ensures that each redevelopment project not only meets building regulations standards but also aligns with the unique aspirations of their clients.
Understanding the Planning Application Spectrum
The realm of planning applications encompasses a diverse array of submissions, each tailored to specific development needs. In terms of developing a property you can utilise a blend of permitted development rights as a householder and more formal planning applications to deliver a broad range of extensions from loft conversions to outbuilding and garages. The range of planning applications is as follows:
Full Planning Applications: These are comprehensive proposals detailing all aspects of a development, from design to landscaping. They are essential for significant projects like new builds or extensive property modifications.
Outline Planning Applications: Aimed at establishing the fundamental principles of a development without delving into intricate details, these applications are typically used to gauge the feasibility of larger projects.
Reserved Matters Applications: Following an approved outline application, this submission addresses specific details such as layout, scale, and appearance.
Listed Building Consent: Required for any alterations to structures recognised for their historical or architectural significance, ensuring that modifications preserve the building's heritage.
Certificates of Lawfulness: These certificates ascertain the legality of existing or proposed developments, providing clarity on whether planning permission is necessary.
Prior Notifications: For certain developments, especially those permitted under specific regulations, developers must notify the local authority before commencing work.
Case Study: Solihull Redevelopment
A notable example of En-Plan's expertise is the redevelopment of a property on Yoxall Road in Solihull. The project entailed the extension of the property utilising a Certificate of Lawfulness Application to ensure consent for the new hip to gable loft conversion and the conversion of the garage to a new bedroom. We also obtained approval to convert the property into a House in Multiple Occupation.
From here En-Plan gained approval for a first floor side extension above the garage for a new bedroom here and then progressed to a new rear extension to gain approval for a four metre rear extension.
Following on from this we added a Prior Approval Larger Home Extension at ground floor to extend the existing kitchen into the rear garden and allows residents more communal space in the future.
This package of applications will allow this property development to deliver the maximum amount of bedrooms with the minimum amount of control that the Planning Authority can exert over the development. What this demonstrate is that it can be best to use a blend of planning applications to obtain the optimum development and as established Planning Consultants in Solihull we can assist you with finding the unique blend that works for you.
Navigating the Solihull Planning Landscape
Solihull Council provides a structured framework for planning and building control applications. Developers can submit applications through the council's online portal, ensuring transparency and accessibility at solihull.gov.uk The council encourages community involvement, allowing residents to comment on proposed developments, fostering a participatory planning environment. Applications are evaluated against local planning policies, with decisions made within stipulated timelines, although high volumes can lead to delays.
En-Plan's Commitment to Excellence
En-Plan's dedication to delivering exceptional planning and architectural services is evident in their client-centric approach. Recognising that each project is unique, En-Plan crafts bespoke strategies that align with the client's vision and regulatory frameworks. Emphasising environmental responsibility, En-Plan integrates sustainable design principles, ensuring that developments are both innovative and eco-friendly. Staying abreast of industry trends and legislative changes, En-Plan ensures that their practices reflect the latest standards and best practices, as well as the latest National and Local Planning Policy.
Conclusion
Through the adept combination of various planning applications, En-Plan exemplifies how a holistic and informed approach can lead to successful property redevelopments in Solihull. Their meticulous planning, collaborative ethos, and unwavering commitment to excellence ensure that each project not only meets but often exceeds expectations, contributing positively to the region's architectural landscape.
Other Relevant Projects:
Please see the following examples of other property development and extension projects that demonstrate our experience in this field:
Newton Close, Trowse, Norwich, Norfolk.
Introduction
Following initial discussion with the client and planning appraisal it was decided to allow for a single storey modern house extension to the rear to allow for an extended kitchen and create a really exceptional open plan area for the family to use, as well as a two-storey side extension that follows the vernacular of the main unit and adds a new bedroom at first floor and extends the lounge at ground floor. A final component of this property development will be a bespoke garage conversion that adds yet another bedroom at the ground floor.
Site and Surroundings
The application site is a two-storey linked (via the garage) detached property located in a cul de sac of similar dwellings on a rising land level in the village of Trowse.
Trowse is a village and suburb located on the outskirts of Norwich, Norfolk, England. The area where Trowse is situated has a long history dating back to ancient times. It is believed that the Romans had a presence in the area, and archaeological evidence suggests that there was a settlement in Trowse during the Anglo-Saxon period. Trowse is mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it is recorded as being owned by the King. During the medieval period, Trowse developed as an agricultural community, with farms and fields surrounding the village. The construction of St. Andrew's Church, a significant landmark in Trowse, is believed to have started in the 12th century. Industrial Development: Trowse saw significant changes during the 19th century with the arrival of the railways and the growth of industry. In 1844, Trowse became an important railway junction with the opening of the Trowse Swing Bridge, which connected the Norwich-Lowestoft and Norwich-Great Yarmouth railway lines. In recent times, the swing bridge has been converted into a fixed bridge. In the 20th century, Trowse transformed into a residential area with a mix of housing developments, including both historic and modern properties.
Assessment against Adopted Planning Policy
This planning application sought permission for a two storey side extension, single storey rear extension and the conversion of a garage into a bedroom and was submitted to South Norfolk Council for consideration. The proposal has been assessed against Policy 2 - Promoting good design of the Joint Norwich Core Strategy and policies HOU 19- Extensions to existing dwellings, IMP 8 - Safe and free flow of traffic and IMP 9 - Residential Amenity of the South Norfolk Local Plan. Consideration has also been given to policies DM3.5 Residential extensions and conversions within Settlements and DM3.14 Amenity, noise and quality of life of the Development Management Policies. The assessment of the application gave due weight to the saved policies in the South Norfolk Local Plan referred to above, because those policies remain consistent with the published National Planning Policy Framework and consideration to those policies as detailed above of the emerging Development Management Policies.
West Side Close, Lowestoft, Suffolk.
Following the initial planning appraisal with the applicant a single-storey rear house extension was to be added and a first floor side extension over the existing garage in order to add an additional bedroom. The front elevation was to be pushed out to sit level with the existing converted garage and a new pitched roof added over in order to link the extensions visually with the main unit and main roof line. A full set of plans was was prepared encompassing digital mapping and architectural visualisation to assist in the planing process
The planning application sough the erection of a single-storey extension to the front and rear and a two-storey extension to the side of this detached house, over a converted former attached garage. The property is situated on the northern side of West Side Close, which contains an approximate 50/50 mix of detached two storey houses and detached bungalows, all of which share similar 1970's architecture and palate of materials.
The 0.9m frontward extension is to provide increased lounge space and replace the existing flat roof projection with a continuous pitched roof along the entirety of the frontage. The sideward (first floor) extension enables the provision of a further (fifth) bedroom with en-suite bathroom. The rearward extension seeks to provide a combined kitchen and dining space, increasing existing kitchen and dining room provision by approximately one third.
The proposed first floor extension has a ridge that is set below the main ridge of the existing house and the setback from the front elevation results in a suitably-scaled and subordinate design. Two additional windows are proposed in the rear at first floor level but are not considered to impact significantly on neighbours given the existing levels of overlooking. The proposed rear extension projects some 1.4m from the rear elevation of the property and is only single-storey with a pitched roof thereby having no noticeable impact on the amenity of the adjacent occupiers.
The roof tiles and facing brick of the extensions are proposed to match the main roof and facing brick of the existing dwelling. The design of the extensions is considered to be in keeping with the host building. Furthermore, none of the extensions proposed has a detrimental impact upon either the street scene or the amenities of occupants of surrounding residential properties. With the is in mind East Suffolk Council found the proposed scheme to be acceptable and granted permission, which was a great result for our Planning Consultancy.
If you would like to discuss any extension ideas you may have please contact us for a free no obligation initial consultation and let us help you unlock the development potential in your property. One of the main questions we are asked is whether you will need permission for your extension. To answer this question we would undertake a planning appraisal to assess whether you would need to submit a householder planning application, a Prior Approval Application, or indeed a Certificate of Lawfulness Application which can all be utilised depending on the size of the proposed extension and whether you are in a Conservation Area or your house is listed building. Once we have decided on the right application we can formulate the plans and digital mapping required with our in house architectural services.
Post approval we can assist with Building Regulations Applications and making any amendments required due to budget or design requirements.
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