Planning statement erection of two Residential dwellings wellside

Planning statement

erection of two Residential dwellings

wellside circle, kingswell, aberdeen, ab15 8dy

client: james hewit

june 2016

Ferguson PlanningI T. 01896 668 744 I M. 07960003358 I W. fergusonplanning.co.uk

Contents

Introduction 11.

Site Context 22.

The Proposal 33.

Planning Policy 44.

Policy Compliance 55.

Conclusion 66.

Appendices

Appendix 1: Site Plan

Appendix 2: Open Space in Area

Ref: HEW2LPA Ref: ACC

Author: TF/GFTelephone: 01896 668 744

Date of Issue: June 2016


Introduction1.

This planning statement has been prepared by Ferguson Planning, on behalf of our 1.1client James Hewit, who wishes to erect two semi-detached houses on land at Wellside Circle, Kingswells, Aberdeen.

Planning Permission in Principle (PPP) is being sought at this stage, however, 1.2indicative site layout and elevation drawings have been provided.

The purpose of this statement is to provide details of the proposal and set out the key 1.3factors that should be taken into account when determining this application. The remainder of this statement is structured as follows:

Section Two: Site Context

Section Three: The Proposal

Section Four: Planning Policy

Section Five: Policy Compliance

Section Six: Conclusion

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Site Context2.

The plot in question underutilised grassland situated within a residential area at 2.1Wellside Circle in Kingswell, Aberdeen and extends to 628 square metres. Figure one below provides an aerial image of the land in question.

Figure 1: Subject site

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The proposal3.

The proposal is to erect two dwelling houses (Semi-detached) on the subject plot (see 3.1figure 2 below).

Figure 2: Proposed dwellings

We feel the subject site represents a suitable infill location for two dwelling houses 3.2given that it falls within a residential area as identified in the adopted Aberdeen Local Development Plan 2012.

The materials used would match neighbouring plots and be comprised of off white 3.3render, brindle red facing brick, precast lintels and a yellow brick header course with brindle red base course. The roofing would comprise of marley or equal flat roofing tiles with painted timber fascia’s. The windows would be double glazed painted timber. More details can be found within the concept proposals drawing which accompanies this statement.

As well as that two indicative access points are proposed on to Wellside Circle. It 3.4would be intended that all detailed design matters would be reserved and come forward as part of an AMC application (i.e. condition discharge).

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Planning Policy4.

The development plan is made up of the Aberdeen City and Shire Strategic 4.1Development Plan (Approved 2014) and the adopted Aberdeen Local Development Plan 2012. Also relevant is the proposed Local Development Plan 2016.

The Aberdeen Local Development Plan 2012 and proposed Local Development Plan 4.22016 provide greater detail on the overall acceptability of individual development and the focus for this type of development.

Aberdeen Local Development Plan 2012

It is clear following pre-application advice with the council that the key policy in the 4.3determination of this application is Policy H1 (Residential Areas).

This states that proposals for new residential development within residential areas will 4.4be approved in principle provided that:

It does not constitute over development

It does not have an unacceptable impact on the character or amenity of the surrounding area

It does not result in a loss of valuable or valued areas of open space

Furthermore, Policy D1 Architecture and Planning and Policy D2 Design and Amenity 4.5are key considerations in the determination of this application.

Also relevant is Supplementary Guidance (SG) on Open Space 2011 which provide 4.6requirements in what open space should achieve. It states:

Quality and function are as important as quantity

Open spaces must have a clearly defined purpose

Open spaces should be multi-functional where appropriate. They should offer multiple benefits, such as opportunities for outdoor recreation, sustainable travel, conserving and promoting natural and cultural heritage, enhancing the landscape and providing a sense of place and local distinctiveness.

Open space should incorporate as many existing site features as possible, such as waterways, trees and woodland, wetland, cultural heritage featuresand paths

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Policy Compliance5.

We believe this plot is a sound location for two dwelling houses for the following 5.1reasons:

The plot falls within a residential area as identified through Policy H1.

The proposal will be of the highest design quality with due consideration for its context and make a positive contribution to its setting. The dwellings will be of the same scale, massing, colour and materials to match with neighbouring dwellings in the area.

In accordance with Policy D2 existing boundary landscaping to the north of the plot will be retained and enhanced to ensure the privacy of the neighbouring properties.

The unit(s) comfortably sit in well on the plot, are similar to those in the neighbourhood and therefore does not represent over development.

Although we acknowledge that the plot in question is open space we feel that it is underutilised.

This green space is not achieving its purpose, for example, it is not multi-functional. There are no walking paths and does not offer a safe place for children to play as it is bounded by roads on either side. Nor is it used for recreational purposes.

We believe there are a number of open spaces in the area that provide opportunities for recreation and which contribute to provide the main purposes outlined in the SG on Open Space. These are shown in Appendix 2 and usesinclude green space, walking paths and playgrounds. Furthermore, the Bucks Burn provides an area of trees and woodland and habitat features.

The plot is contained within the settlement boundary and will assist in meeting the housing shortfall within the wider Aberdeen area.

We feel that this plot represents an excellent opportunity for infill development for two 5.2dwellings and one which can also assist in meeting the housing shortfall within Aberdeen.

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Conclusion6.

We believe that this proposal represents a sound location for the proposed residential 6.1dwellings for the following reasons:

The plot falls within an existing residential area and the proposed dwellings will align themselves with the row of dwellings to the north. It therefore respects the residential character of the area in which it is set.

Existing landscaping to the north will be enhanced to ensure the proposal will be unobtrusive with the neighbouring dwellings.

The proposal will promote sustainable building techniques and renewable energy principles at every opportunity.

The dwellings will be of a similar scale, massing, height and density to the neighbouring plots.

It is for these reasons and the reasons mentioned in section five that we kindly 6.2request that this PPP application be approved.

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Appendices

Appendix 1: Site Plan

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Appendix 2: Open space in area

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Planning statement erection of two Residential dwellings wellside