Issue - meetings

PROPOSAL:  creation of third floor comprising two additional flats (2 x 1 bed), single storey cycle enclosure and increase hardstanding at rear (as amended by the Addendum).

The Committee received representation from Seetal Popat (objector), who urged the Committee to refuse the application.  The applicant or their agent were not present, and did not address the Committee on the application.

Councillor Marilyn Ashton proposed refusal for the following reason:

1)              the proposed design, appearance and materials used on the additional floor would be out of keeping and visually obtrusive within the locality to the detriment of the residential amenities of the neighbouring properties, particularly 12 The Avenue, given its close proximity to the site, contrary to the aspirations of The National Planning Framework (2021), D1 London Plan (2021), DM1 Harrow development Management Policies (2013), CS1 Harrow's Core Strategy (2012).

The proposal was seconded by Councillor Christopher Baxter, put to the vote and agreed.

The Committee resolved to refuse officer recommendations.

RECOMMENDATIONS

The Planning Committee was asked to:

1)              agree the reasons for approval as set out in the report; and

2)              grant planning permission subject to the Conditions listed in Appendix 1 of the report.

DECISION: REFUSE

The Committee wished it to be recorded that the decision to refuse the application was by majority of votes.

Councillors Ashton, Baxter, Henson and Patel voted to refuse the application.

Councillors Brown, Fitzpatrick and Parekh abstained from voting.