Change of use of detached annex to form a separate residential dwelling with amenity garden, existing parking and access, and existing home office/studio; Erection of a new boundary fence with hedge

Change of use from dwellinghouse (use class C3) to residential children's home (use class C2), conversion of existing double garage into new entrance accommodating staff office, WC, laundry room and electrical and boiler cupboard and erection of fence along west boundary of site (revised application) (Parking layout submitted 22.08.2022).

Change of use from office to a single residential dwelling, including conversion of existing garage/store to personal home working unit with adjacent gym, partial demolition of detached store to create new patio with existing southern and western walls retained, and erection of 1.8m close boarded boundary fencing with 300mm trellis. Erection of new double garage to side with storage space and utility room, removal of western parking area to create garden, and associated landscaping and ecological enhancements.

Prior Notification - Change of Use from Offices (Class B1(a)) to Dwellinghouses (Class C3) The proposed works will restore the mid-terraced property, currently used as office space, to its original purpose of a single residential dwelling. This will involve full refurbishment of the interior, including upgrades to the electric and plumbing systems to comply with current regulations and also improve the energy efficiency of the dwelling. Additionally, external walls and roof space will be insulated further ensuring the property's energy efficiency. A fully fitted kitchen and utility room will be installed on the ground floor at the rear of the property. A ground floor WC/shower room will also be created, bringing the number of bathroom facilities in line with modern living. On the first floor, there is currently a small kitchenette and separate WC, these will be converted into a family bathroom. The proposed works will also incorporate full decor and new flooring throughout to create a light and spacious family home. All rooms have external windows allowing plenty of natural light. The bedrooms will be fitted with fire escape windows. There will be no changes to the exterior at the front of the property, other than tidying up the small front garden and painting of windowsills and lintels to improve the kerb appeal. To the rear, a low maintenance garden will be enclosed by a fence and the parking spaces will be accessed via a garden gate.