{"id":824,"date":"2019-11-26T22:22:28","date_gmt":"2019-11-26T22:22:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost\/mirror_bcs\/?p=824"},"modified":"2019-11-26T22:22:28","modified_gmt":"2019-11-26T22:22:28","slug":"planning-applications-october-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bournemouthcivicsociety.org.uk\/comments-on-planning-applications\/planning-applications-october-2019\/","title":{"rendered":"Planning Applications October 2019"},"content":{"rendered":"

PLANNING APPLICATIONS\u00a0 RECEIVED\u00a0 BY\u00a0 BPURNEMOUTH\u00a0 PLANNING\u00a0 DEPARTMENT\u00a0 DURING\u00a0 OCTOBER 2019;\u00a0 A\u00a0 CREITIQUE\u00a0 BY\u00a0 JOHN\u00a0 SOANE, BUILT\u00a0 ENVIRONMENT\u00a0 CONSULTANT\u00a0 TO\u00a0 BOURNEMOUTH\u00a0 CIVIC\u00a0 SOCIETY<\/strong><\/p>\n

32-34\u00a0 Markham\u00a0 Road, Charminster\u00a0 Ref.\u00a0 No.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 7-2019-18781-E<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is an application to construct three new\u00a0 bungalows on \u00a0already developed double \u00a0plots using the entrance to one of the existing houses as an access point for the new development.\u00a0 Each bungalow would be designed in modern chalet style with modern rectangular windows\u00a0 on the ground floor,\u00a0 clustered vertical windows\u00a0 below the roofs and small dormers above.<\/p>\n

Two of the bungalows would be sited parallel to each other at the rear end of the garden and the third bungalow would be built between the other two bungalows and the existing properties.\u00a0 \u00a0Although new arrangements of this sort have been allowed at nearby properties, we feel that the current fashion to build new dwellings within already developed sites \u00a0amounts to overdevelopment and\u00a0 if allowed to continue, will considerably degrade the accepted ratio between built upon and un built upon space that exists within the historic residential neighbourhoods of Bournemouth.<\/p>\n

In this application, for a start, the Society suggests that the third, centrally situated, bungalow be\u00a0 removed to make the scheme less impactful but because this current proposal does not comply with the townscape policies of the Bournemouth Local Plan it be refused.<\/p>\n

Former Grand Cinema, Poole Road, Westbourne\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ref. No.\u00a0\u00a0 7-2019-5577-F<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is an application to construct a gym and changing rooms by the insertion of a mezzanine floor across a considerable section of the auditorium of the former Grand Cinema at Westbourne.<\/p>\n

In view of the fact the building is still in a very reasonable condition and much of the contemporary, internal Art Deco decoration still remains, the Civic Society has\u00a0 been concerned that these alterations would have a considerable degrading effect on the visual character of the interior.\u00a0 The English Theatre Trust also protested vigorously against the proposed alterations.\u00a0 The question was posed: did this new use go against the council policy to provide community cultural facilities within appropriate buildings within the town?\u00a0 BCP Council obviously felt the proposal was inappropriate for on November 21, permission was refused.\u00a0 The Society strongly believes that the fine auditorium of the old cinema could be made into a centre for local theatre and musical performances and also be able to stage art film festivals from time to time.<\/p>\n

Grassmore Hall, \u00a021 Knole Road\u00a0 Ref.\u00a0 No.\u00a0\u00a0 7-2019-24794-A<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is an application to create two further flats at a late nineteenth century mansion block consisting of two stories and a basement\u00a0 The south elevation displays some architectural pretention with square and angled, projecting two storey bays; the east\u00a0 elevation also has a two storey, angled bay window.\u00a0\u00a0 The new two storied extension would be most visible on the east side where a new bay window would complement the existing one. In view of the relatively larger size of the plots of several adjacent, houses, the Society believes that although the new extension would extend right up to the existing boundary, if built it would not degrade the existing visual characteristics of the area.\u00a0\u00a0 Consequently, we have decided that since this application properly complies with the townscape policies of the Bournemouth Local Plan, it should be allowed.<\/p>\n

188-194 Spring Road, Springbourne\u00a0 Ref.\u00a0\u00a0 No.\u00a0\u00a0 7-2019-3160-E <\/strong><\/p>\n

This is an application to build nine terraced houses\u00a0 on the site of a disused factory in a late nineteenth century, terraced, artisan area where several sites have been converted to industrial use over the years.\u00a0 The intention would be to build six terraced houses facing Spring Road \u2013 with another three beside the rear boundary of the site.<\/p>\n

The new properties would be constructed in the form of two storied, artisan terraces with pitched roofs and integrated vertical modern sash windows and dormers.\u00a0 The Society is very much in favour of such a development; it restores to a reasonable degree the original, regular structure of terraced housing of the original plan.\u00a0 However we think that the short terrace of three houses to the rear of the site could be seen as over development,\u00a0 possibly a single structure divided into two flats would be the answer.<\/p>\n

Therefore because this proposal does not fully meet the townscape conditions of the Bournemouth Local Plan, the Society thinks it should be deferred for further discussion and improvement.<\/p>\n

26\/28 Talbot Road\u00a0 Ref.\u00a0 No.\u00a0 7-2019-26405-A<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is an application to convert and extend an existing, integrated, early twentieth century private house of two and a half stories, into five small flats.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0The two lower floors would each contain two, one bedroom flats; the roof which would require alterations and a changed dormer would contain one flat. In addition, a section of the neighbour\u2019s plot would be taken to enlarge the turning circle of cars driven to the parking area.<\/p>\n

The Society note that what is proposed is typical of contemporary trends to make high density use of existing houses in settled residential area. The result\u00a0 is the creation of small units of accommodation, little bigger than studio flats.\u00a0\u00a0 We do realise that it is likely that the nearness of Bournemouth University does create a market for this type of property.\u00a0\u00a0 However we do urge the Planning Department to realise the continuing need for family sized properties throughout Bournemouth\u00a0 and therefore\u00a0 to act accordingly to encourage, more effectively, \u00a0the creation of \u00a0these residential types.<\/p>\n

Regarding this proposal, the Society\u00a0 would convert the ground and second floors\u00a0 of the house in Spring Road, only into two flats.and so because this application would not satisfy the townscape policies of the Bournemouth Local Plan, we would recommend\u00a0 it be refused.<\/p>\n

9 Castle Road, Moordown\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ref. No. 635-O<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is an application to build 27 houses including a four storey block of flats on the site of the old established Castle Laundry in Castle Road, Moordown. \u00a0\u00a0The layout would take the form of three pairs of semi detached houses; five terraced houses; and a flat block along Castle Road \u2013 five terraced houses along Denmark Road with three pairs of semi detached houses at right angles behind.<\/p>\n

The Society feels that the general equilateral layout of the proposed residential blocks will help to\u00a0 restore the original early twentieth century\u00a0 appearance of this area of Moordown.\u00a0\u00a0 However this advantage, we feel, would be considerably by the sharply differing visual appearance of the residential blocks.\u00a0 The semi detached properties are distinctly higher in scale than the adjacent rather angular, \u00a0terraced houses; while the flat block \u00a0exhibits a conventional, boxy, modernist design with large windows which is totally out of keeping for the neighbourhood.<\/p>\n

We would therefore suggest that more uniform blocks in keeping with the surrounding house forms be substituted in which , by means of a mixture of semi detached and terrace designs, the fenestration is made\u00a0 more symmetrical\u00a0 and better integrated into\u00a0 each fa\u00e7ade. \u00a0We would further suggest that further parking spaces should be provided by utilising the ground floors of some or all of the new structures for this purpose.<\/p>\n

The Society also wishes to point out to the Planning Department that here is another example in Bournemouth of a failed attempt to synthesize elements of vernacular and modern architecture in a single scheme.\u00a0 As here, they always fail.<\/p>\n

Consequently, because this proposal does not fully satisfy the townscape policies of the Bournemouth Local Plan, we feel it should be deferred for further consideration and improvement.<\/p>\n

47a\u00a0 Southcote\u00a0 Road\u00a0\u00a0 Ref.\u00a0 No.\u00a0\u00a0 7-2019-3076-J<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is an application to create\u00a0 a three to four storey block of eight flats within a very built up part of Southcote Road.\u00a0 The block of flats would be built very closely between two existing commercial\/industrial warehouses and be accessed by a narrow road right beside a terraced house on Southcote Road. Part of the ground floor would be used for car parking.\u00a0\u00a0 Except for the rear elevation, the only possible front facade would face towards Southcote Road and consist of three separate sections\u00a0\u00a0 The north west section would be austere and block shaped with modern rectangular windows; the middle section would be of two bays and exhibit vertical French windows with glass balconies; the southern corner would be \u00a0rectangular shaped with two modern windows joined \u00a0by close boarding.<\/p>\n

Irrespective of the unusual site and hidden appearance of this facade, the Society finds the eclectic and very un co-ordinated design of this quite narrow elevation, quite inappropriate in relation to the wider general appearance of Southcote Road.\u00a0 We feel that the unusual combination of industrial and residential structures in Southcote Road, is no excuse for unsuitable latitude in the design of this block of flats.<\/p>\n

Therefore while accepting the justification of residential development on this site we think that an overall coordinated design, possibly based on the central section of the principal facade would be more appropriate.<\/p>\n

Accordingly, the Society has decided that since this proposal falls short of the townscape policies of the Bournemouth Local Plan, it should be deferred for further discussion and improvement.<\/p>\n

4 Greaves Close, rear of Kingwell Road\u00a0 Ref No. 7-2019-5428-Z<\/strong><\/p>\n

This is an application to construct three bungalows on an internal piece of undeveloped land which would be reached by a narrow road which at present is the entrance to no. 4 Greaves Close. The bungalows which would be of modern conventional with pitched roofs would be placed towards the rear of the site;\u00a0 two bungalows being placed closely parallel with each other in one corner and the third bungalow more isolated in the other corner.<\/p>\n

The Society feel that the construction of three bungalows would create development at too higher density for the site which in turn would affect the generally spacious visual characteristics of the entire close.\u00a0\u00a0 And these observations are echoed by 21 letters by local inhabitants: comments include fears that the new structures would not respect the appearance of adjacent houses; the potential loss of natural landscape; the fear of flooding on account of the existing high water table and the likelyhood of inadequate parking and the loss of privacy.<\/p>\n

In spite of these objections, we think that a somewhat smaller scheme is possible on this site- possibly a single property designed as two flats.<\/p>\n

Therefore having concluded that this application does not fully satisfy the townscape policies of the Bournemouth Local Plan, we think it should be refused.<\/p>\n

13 Durley Road South\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ref.\u00a0 No. 7-2019-6344-V<\/strong><\/p>\n

An amended application was received by the Planning Department in late September with new designs to construct a five\/six storey block of 25 free market flats and six holiday flats ( on the ground floor ) for the vacant site at 13 Durley Road South \u2013 within the West Cliff and Poole Hill Conservation Area.<\/p>\n

One design is in the form of two rectangular, two and a half storey, blocks connected by means\u00a0\u00a0 of a blank, modernised, belvedere tower.\u00a0 Fenestration would be in the form of symmetrical modern windows, with dormers inserted within the mansard roof.\u00a0 The Society feel that although this design is a relatively competent interpretation of 1930\u2019s International Moderne, the\u00a0 general visual impact of such a building would be incompatible with the late nineteenth century \u00a0seaside architecture of the West Cliff.<\/p>\n

The other four storey design resembles a Victorian mansion flat block of which there are several on the Bournemouth cliff top.\u00a0 The built foot print is generally rectangular and the principal\u00a0 south west elevation encompasses two prominent projections of unequal width ending in gables that would be incorporated into the elaborate hipped roof.\u00a0 Fenestration is symmetrical in the form of modern sashes\u00a0 and where the principal entrance and windows on the first floor have round headed arches. The narrower street facade integrates\u00a0 two slight projections \u2013 together with a three storey bay window; gable windows and two dormers and a side entrance approached by an external\u00a0 staircase.\u00a0 The other two elevations are scaled down versions of the other two facades.<\/p>\n

Not surprisingly, the Society is quite impressed with this second design and feel that if built, it would considerably enhance this corner of the West Cliff by Durley Chine. We therefore very much hope that it will be this more traditional creation that eventually will be endorsed by the Planning Department. Therefore since this new application fulfils the conservation policies of the Bournemouth Local Plan, the Society suggests that it be allowed.<\/p>\n

Wessex Fields Development and the Associated Link Road Development to the A338<\/strong><\/p>\n

The new BCP Council has decided that that Wessex Fields,\u00a0 between Bournemouth Hospital and the River Stour, should be developed for the general economic benefit of Bournemouth and in accordance with the general sustainability of the natural environment.\u00a0 In conjunction with this aim, the Council has decided to build the\u00a0 new link road to the boundary of Wessex\u00a0 Fields; from there on it is envisaged that the link road will connect\u00a0 with existing roads across the area before any further new\u00a0 extensions are contemplated.<\/p>\n

In order to enhance the general development of Wessex Fields, the Council has decided to purchase the land there for \u00a32m. in order to benefit from the increased value of office\/employment\/commercial sites that would be served by the new link road .\u00a0 In this way it is hoped, the Council will be able to control more efficiently the expansion of economic activity on the various sites.\u00a0\u00a0 After legal delays, it is hoped that building the new link road will soon go ahead and be completed by March 2021; during which time detail planning of the final layout of Wessex Fields should go ahead.<\/p>\n

It is the considered opinion of the Society that it is sufficient to build only a new approach to Wessex Fields from the Ringwood approach side of the Spur Road.\u00a0 Such a new access would greatly assist ambulances attempting to reach the hospital from the north in emergency circumstances.\u00a0 But in order to avoid excessive traffic congestion and huge visual and environmental damage to the green belt, the Holdenhurst Village Conservation Area and the historic cob barn, we do not think that a flyover at this access point is needed to deposit traffic heading north on the Spur Road out of Bournemouth.\u00a0 Instead we think that a new road should be built to approach Wessex Fields from Castle Lane \u2013 to run from Deansleigh Road and then \u00a0between the edge of Bournemouth Hospital and the Law Courts to Wessex Fields<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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