| No. | Condition Text |
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| 1. | The conversion of the first floor and the resulting demolition of large parts of the interior shows disregard to the internal fabric of the listed building and the works would result in irreversible harm. Consequently, it is considered that the application is contrary to the aims of Core Policy CS10 from the adopted Core Strategy and is contrary to Paragraph 194 from the National Planning Policy Framework. |
| 2. | It is considered that the flats would not provided a high quality of amenity for future residents of the properties. In particular, the kitchen/living area of flat 1 would provide substandard levels of natural light and ventilation. Therefore, it is considered that the proposals are contrary to paragraph 127 F of the National Planning Policy Framework. |
| 3. | Insufficient information has been provided as part of the application regarding the full details of the proposed materials and internal changes. The lack of information provided illustrates a disregard to the features which give character to the listed building and the Local Planning Authority cannot fully assess the impact on the listed building without these details provided. Therefore, it is considered that the application is contrary to core policy CS10 A from the adopted Core Strategy. |
| 4. | The proposed plans do not provide cycle storage and recycling / waste facilities and therefore there are possible negative impacts this could have on the amenity and safety of existing and future residents as well as the wider appearance and quality of environment of the town centre. Subsequently, the proposals are contrary to core policies CS09 F/I and core policy CS07 D. |
| 5. | STATEMENT OF POSITIVE ENGAGEMENT (REFUSALS): 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. |
