| 1. | Policy HOU18 of the Borough-Wide Local Plan (adopted by the Borough Council on 23rd February 2001) states that extensions and alterations to dwellings will be permitted where the proposal:
(i) is in keeping with the design of the existing dwelling and the character of the area;
(ii) would not significantly affect the amenities of any neighbouring dwelling; and,
(iii) would not result in over-development of the site.
The proposal is contrary to criterion (i) of this policy in that, in terms of design, the substantial one and a half storey extension would not harmonise with the existing bungalow and would, as a consequence, be out of character with existing development in Beach Drive, which is predominantly single storey.
Furthermore, the proposal, which involves a virtual duplication of the existing living accommodation, is contrary to criterion (ii) of the policy in that the extension would, by reason of its height, depth and bulk in such close proximity to the boundary with 41 Beach Drive, constitute an unneighbourly form of development which would have an overbearing and oppressive effect on the outlook from that property, as well as resulting in a loss of light for the occupiers thereof.
Also in respect of criterion (ii), the creation of first floor rooms with consequent windows would introduce a degree of overlooking of private garden areas that is currently absent, resulting in a further unacceptable element of unneighbourliness.
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