| No. | Condition Text |
|---|---|
| 1. | The proposed development is not considered by the Local Planning Authority to create a good environment for the occupiers in terms of both the private accommodation and the communal facilities. In addition the proposal is not considered to have sufficiently addressed the concerns raised by the previous appeal decision. The bedrooms are considered cramped as the layout proposed limits useable space and provides limited potential for storage. 3 of the bedrooms are considered poorly lit by windows which exacerbates the cramped nature. Whilst it is recognised that the additional en-suites reduces the need to use small shared washing facilities it creates a contrived layout to room 3. In addition the applicant has not sufficiently shown that the occupants of the proposed HMO will not be significantly and adversely disturbed the land the uses both adjacent and below the site. Accordingly the proposal is considered contrary to paragraph 127 of the National Planning Policy Framework. |
| 2. | Communal facilities are essential in providing a healthy environment for the occupiers of an HMO. The communal facilities have been provided however the position of the kitchen and living room that are separated by the communal corridor does not provide an ideal layout. The layout of the communal facilities reduces the desirability of their use meaning the occupants are limited to their rooms. Accordingly the proposal is considered contrary to paragraph 127 of the Borough Wide Local Plan. Consequently the application is recommended for refusal as it does not conform to paragraph 127 of the National Planning Policy Framework. |
| 3. | STATEMENT OF POSITIVE ENGAGEMENT: In accordance with the NPPF, in determining this application for planning permission, the Borough Council has approached it in a positive and proactive way and where possible has sought solutions to problems to achieve the aim of approving sustainable development. Unfortunately, despite this, in this particular case the development is not considered to represent sustainable or an acceptable form of development and has been refused for the reasons set out above. |
