Item 6a - DC24181FUL - Proposed two storey dwellinghouse at 18 Oxhill Road, Dumbarton
West Dunbartonshire Council · 12 February 2025
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WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL Report by Planning, Building Standards and Environmental Health Manager Planning Committee: 12th February 2025 DC24/181/FUL: Proposed two storey dwellinghouse with associated parking, landscaping and change of use of land to rear to garden grounds at 18 Oxhill Road, Dumbarton, G82 4DG by Mr Jasbir Singh Johal 1. REASON FOR REPORT 1.1 The planning application raises issues that in the opinion of the appointed officer merits the determination of the application by Committee. Under the terms of the approved Scheme of Delegation, it therefore requires to be determined by the Planning Committee. 2. RECOMMENDATION 2.1 That the Committee indicate that they are minded to Grant Planning Permission subject to the conditions set out in Section 9 of the report below and delegate authority to the Planning, Building Standards and Environmental Health Manager to issue planning permission once the payment of a green network developer contribution has been secured through a suitable mechanism; and 2.2 That the Committee delegate authority to the Planning, Building Standards and Environmental Health Service Manager to refuse the application if the contribution set out at section 2.1 cannot be secured within 6 months of the committee decision. 3. DEVELOPMENT DETAILS 3.1 The application site is located on the western side of Oxhill Road, Dumbarton and extends to approximately 596 sqm. To the south, the site is bounded by 20 Oxhill Road and to the north is 18 Oxhill Road, of which this proposal is a subdivision of. To the west (rear) of the existing plot of 18 Oxhill Road, and included within the redline boundary, is an area of land which is designated as open space on the proposal’s maps of the adopted Local Plan and Proposed Local Development Plan 2. 3.2 Currently on the site there is an existing driveway, vehicle parking spaces, a fence which divides the front and rear gardens, rear garden and ancillary outbuilding. To the rear of the existing plot, there is an area of open space which has a number of trees upon it. 3.3 Planning permission is sought for the subdivision of the plot of 18 Oxhill Road and the erection of a two storey dwellinghouse with associated parking and landscaping. In addition, it is also proposed to change the of use of open space to the rear to garden grounds. 3.4 The proposed dwellinghouse is modern in appearance with traditional influences, with the gable end design reflecting the peak of the principal elevation of 18 Oxhill Road. It is orientated with the gable facing onto Oxhill Road with the principal elevation consisting of a large proportion of glazing. Other proposed material finishes are stated Page 1 ITEM 6a
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as grey standing seam roof and vertical timber cladding and natural limestone cladding (or similar) for the external walls. 3.5 The proposed floorplans show an open plan kitchen and dining space, utility room, bathroom, and living space at ground floor level and four bedrooms, one ensuite, one bathroom and a store at the first-floor level. The floorplans also show external terraces to the front and back at the upper levels. 3.6 Three off-street parking spaces are proposed for both the proposed dwellinghouse and the existing dwellinghouse. All six parking spaces are accessed from the existing driveway via a tandem arrangement which combines access with the existing house and are located within the front gardens of the properties. 3.7 Previous planning applications for the site include application DC06-044 which for engineering works to form a driveway and erection of associated retaining walls which was granted permission in May of 2006. 3.8 In support of the proposal, the applicant has submitted a supporting Planning Statement. This statement notes that the applicant wishes to keep their multi- generational family together however the current property is too small and this proposal will allow for more room for the family to remain together in a family unit. 4. CONSULTATIONS 4.1 West Dunbartonshire Council Roads Service No objection to the principle of the proposal. Informatives suggested in relation to a pre and post inspection of the public footway fronting the development. 4.2 West Dunbartonshire Council Roads Service (Flooding) No objections on flood risk grounds. 4.3 West Dunbartonshire Council Environmental Health Service No comments. 4.4 Scottish Water No objection to the application; however, the applicant should be aware that this does not confirm that the proposed development can currently be serviced. 5. REPRESENTATIONS 5.1 One objection was received from neighbouring residents. The full details are contained within the planning file and are available for public viewing. However, the key points of objection can be summarised as follows: Loss of light and overshadowing to property and garden. Loss of privacy due to sky light Detriment to visual amenity and historic character of Oxhill Road Materials are not in keeping with the locality. Significant alteration is proposed for the front of the house making it a parking area. Impact on neighbouring house, garden and boundary wall from undermining as a result of the works proposed. Construction noise and disturbance. Page 2
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The concerns raised shall be considered in the appraisal in the Section 7 below. 6. ASSESSMENT AGAINST THE DEVELOPMENT PLAN National Planning Policy 4 6.1 Policy 1 relates to tackling the climate and nature crises and states that when considering all development proposals significant weight will be given to the global climate and nature crises. Policy 2 also relates to the climate in the form of climate mitigation and adaptation and states development proposals will be sited and designed to minimise lifecycle greenhouse gas emissions as far as possible and development proposals will be sited and designed to adapt to current and future risks from climate change. Policy 3’s intent is to protect biodiversity, reverse biodiversity loss, deliver positive effects from development and strengthen nature networks. Subject to condition, the proposal would have a neutral impact in respect of Policies 1, 2 and 3. 6.2 Development proposals will be designed to improve the quality of an area whether in urban or rural locations and regardless of scale as per Policy 14. Policy 15 relates to local living and 20-minute neighbourhoods. Development proposal will contribute to local living including, where relevant, 20-minute neighbourhoods. Consideration will be given to existing settlement pattern, and the level and quality of interconnectivity of the proposed development with the surrounding area, including local access to affordable and accessible housing options, ability to age in place and housing diversity. There is thus no conflict with these Policies. 6.3 Policy 16 relates to quality homes. Part (f) states that development proposals for new homes on land not allocated for housing in the Local Development Plan will only be supported in limited circumstances where: the proposal is supported by an agreed timescale for build-out; the proposal is otherwise consistent with the plan spatial strategy and other relevant policies including local living and 20-minute neighbourhoods; and the proposal is for smaller scale opportunities within an existing settlement boundary. This proposal is for a small-scale development within an existing settlement and is supported under this Policy. 6.4 Development proposals that result in fragmentation or net loss of existing blue and green infrastructure will only be supported where it can be demonstrated that the proposal would not result in or exacerbate a deficit in blue or green infrastructure provision, and the overall integrity of the network will be maintained in accordance with Policy 20 of NPF4. As the land to the rear the existing dwellinghouse which is proposed for a change of use to garden grounds is designated open space, this policy applies. This is fully assessed below. 6.5 Policy 22 - Flood risk and water management states that proposals will not increase the risk of surface water flooding to others, or itself be at risk; manage all rain and surface water through sustainable urban drainage systems (SUDS) and seek to minimise the area of impermeable surface. The proposal is not within an area shown at risk of flooding on the SPEA flood maps and as such there is no conflict with the policy. 6.6 Policy 23 relates to Health and safety. Part (e) states that development proposals that are likely to raise unacceptable noise issues will not be supported. No concerns arise in respect of this policy. 6.7 With appropriate planning conditions, the proposed development is supported by all policies of NPF4 and is assessed fully in Section 7 below. Page 3
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West Dunbartonshire Adopted Local Plan 2010 6.8 Policy H4 sets out standards expected of residential development, requiring high quality design in the range of house types and sizes and in terms of form, layout and materials. Policy GD1 seeks to ensure that all new development is of a high quality of design and respects the character and amenity of the area. No concerns arise in respect of the relevant matters. 6.9 There is a presumption against development which adversely affects the use, character or amenity of areas of functional and valued open space, or which are capable of being brought into functional use to meet an identified need under Policy R1. Policy R2 specifies the open space provision required for all developments. Assessment of open space requirements has been undertaken against the more updated “Our Green Network” Planning Guidance (2015) in Section 7 below. This is fully assessed below. 6.10 Policy E1 relates to the Council’s biodiversity duty. Policy E5 requires new development proposals to consider impacts on trees and incorporate suitable tree planting. Policies F1 and F2 aim to ensure that new development is not at risk from, and does not increase the risk of flooding, and has suitable SUDS drainage infrastructure. There is a general presumption against development within the flood plain. The up-to-date development plan position in flooding is set out within Policy 22 of NPF4 which therefore has primacy in this instance. Subject to conditions, there is no conflict with these policies. 6.11 The proposal overall complies with the policies of the adopted local plan and is assessed fully in Section 7 below. 7. ASSESSMENT AGAINST MATERIAL CONSIDERATIONS West Dunbartonshire Local Development Plan (LDP2) Proposed Plan 7.1 On 15 March 2023, the Planning Committee took a decision that the Council would not adopt Local Development Plan 2. The Proposed Local Development Plan 2 (LDP2), incorporating the recommended modifications of the Examination Report received on 22 April 2020, which were accepted by the Planning Committee of 19 August 2020, remains the Council’s most up to date spatial strategy and is therefore afforded significant weight in the assessment and determination of planning applications, subject to compatibility with NPF4. The Scottish Ministers’ Direction relating to the adoption of LDP2, dated 18 December 2020, is also a material consideration. 7.2 Policy CP1 seeks to ensure that all new development will be expected to contribute towards creating successful places by having regard to the six qualities of a successful place (distinctive, adaptable, resource efficient, easy to get to/move around, safe and pleasant, and welcoming). Policy CP2 requires the integration and consideration of green infrastructure from the outset of the design process through to its maintenance and stewardship of the resource. The proposal offers no conflict with the six qualities of successful places and the position in respect of open space provision is assessed in detail below. 7.3 Policy H4 relates to residential amenity. The policy states that the Council will protect, preserve and enhance the residential character and amenity of existing residential areas at all times. No residential amenity concerns arise. 7.4 Policy GI1 states that development which would result in the loss of open space which is, or has the potential to be, of quality and value will not be permitted unless provision of additional open space of equal or enhanced quality and value is provided within the Page 4
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development site or its vicinity. Policies GI2 and GI4 relate to green infrastructure. Policy GI2 requires new development to meet with the open space standards set out within the policy. Where a development has difficulty providing these standards on site, or where a relaxation of the standards can be justified, developers will require to accord with Policy GI4 and provide a contribution towards the types of projects outlined within the policy and detailed in the Green Network and Green Infrastructure Supplementary Guidance. GI4 sets out the requirements for Developer contributions. The position in respect of open space provision is assessed in detail below. 7.5 Policies ENV1, ENV4, and ENV6 are all similar to the ecology and tree, water environment and flooding policies of the adopted Local Plan, although in respect of flooding, the up-to-date development plan position is set out within Policy 22 of NPF4 which has primacy. Subject to conditions, there is no conflict with these policies. 7.6 Policy CON1 requires development proposals to accord with Designing Streets, the National Roads Development Guidelines, and be in alignment with the provisions of the Regional and Local Transport Strategies. Developments which do not meet these requirements will not be acceptable unless sufficient justification has been provided to demonstrate why a departure from these strategies is required. No concerns arise in respect of the relevant matters. 7.7 It is considered that overall and subject to conditions, the application proposal being assessed complies with the relevant policies above. Creating Places Guidance and Green Network and Green Infrastructure Guidance 7.8 The Creating Places Supplementary Guidance – November 2022 seeks to achieve high quality development with a design led approach based on a thorough appraisal of the site and an analysis of its context and sets out that this is expected for all development proposals and it is considered this is achieved. No conflicts therefore arise with the guidance. 7.9 The Green Network and Green Infrastructure Supplementary Guidance - November 2022 seeks to ensure that the proposal also integrates landscaping and green infrastructure as part of the setting of the new development and open space created. This will include a focus on biodiversity enhancement. Whilst garden grounds are provided as part of the application, no open space is proposed, and this is considered further below. This is fully assessed below. Principle of Development 7.10 The site forms part of an existing residential plot within a well-established residential area, however the site is not specifically identified in either the adopted Local Plan or the proposed Local Development Plan 2 (LDP2) as a residential development opportunity. Policy 16 supports that development proposals for new homes on land not allocated for housing where they are supported by an agreed timescale for build-out and that the proposal is for is for smaller scale opportunities within an existing settlement boundary. The agent for the application has stated that the anticipated development period would be 6 to 48 months from the date of any granting of planning permission. 7.11 In regard to the proposed change of use to the land to the rear of the existing plot of 18 Oxhill Road, it is proposed to change this land to garden grounds associated with the existing property and the proposed property. This land is currently designated as open space. The open space is accessed via Ardoch Crescent and extends south-east in an elongated strip between Oxhill Crescent and Ardoch Crescent. Policy GI1 does not support development which would result in the loss of open space which is, or has the Page 5
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potential to be, of quality and value unless provision of additional open space of equal or enhanced quality and value is provided within the development site or its vicinity. Policy R1 of the adopted plan states that there is a presumption against development which adversely affects the use, character or amenity of areas of functional and valued open space, or which are capable of being brought into functional use to meet an identified need. 7.12 Currently there is a wall which runs along Ardoch Crescent between the elongated strip of open space and the roadside. There has previously been a series of garages, accessed from Ardoch Crescent within the elongated strip, of which at least one remains intact, located to the rear of number 20 Oxhill Road. This garage occupies the space between the rear boundaries of the properties on Oxhill Road and Ardoch Crescent and as such prevents access to much of the elongated strip limiting its functional use as open space. Access is further restricted by an existing wall between the rear boundaries of the properties on Oxhill Road and the boundary wall to Ardoch Crescent. Given the slope on the land proposed for the change of use to garden ground, the small proportions, that access is restricted further on into the designated area, the overgrown nature of the land and the level of fly tipping, it is considered that the proposal does not result in a loss of open space which is, or has the potential to be of quality and value, and neither does it adversely affect the overall function of the open space. As such, the proposal is in accordance with both the adopted Local Plan and proposed Local Development Plan 2 policies on open space. 7.13 Overall, the principle of the development of the site for new housing with extended garden space is supported on this site and it rests to consider whether there are any material planning considerations or site constraints which suggest that the proposal would not be acceptable. Site Layout, Design and Appearance 7.14 New developments require to be well designed, take cognisance of the setting into which they are introduced and provide a high-quality appearance. This proposal involves the subdivision of an existing residential plot in order to create a new dwellinghouse. Oxhill Road has a variety of house designs as well as plot sizes with number 18 having one of the larger plots with some separation between the existing property and the neighbour at number 20. There are bungalows, two storey properties and three storey properties all located within this street itself. As well as the variety in heights, there is a variation in design together with a great variety of external materials and boundary treatments. Whilst the proposal occupies a large proportion of the width of the site, it is not built hard against the boundary with number 20 Oxhill Road or the existing house at number 18. Access to the rear is retained via both side elevations and therefore leaves space between boundaries, minimising any terracing effect. This, in combination with the positioning of number 20 on its plot, ensure that an appropriate density is retained. In terms of design, the proposed dwellinghouse differs from its immediate neighbours, however its massing and design ques are reflective of what surrounds it. The design approach therefore it is considered appropriate. 7.15 Turning to the proposed materials, the principal elevation of the new dwelling will consist of a large proportion of glazing. Other proposed external material finishes are stated as grey standing seam roof and vertical timber cladding and natural limestone cladding (or similar) for the external walls. Due to the large variety of material finishes within the area, the approach to proposed materials is considered to be acceptable and compliment the design approach of the new house proposed. 7.16 Overall, it is considered that the proposal will create a well-designed development which will address the six qualities of successful places by ensuring the layout and Page 6
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form of the development is appropriate, complying with policies GD1, DS1 and CP1 of the adopted and proposed Plans, alongside the Creating Places Guidance. Access and Parking 7.17 In terms of access and parking to the proposed dwellinghouse, access is to be via the existing access which is to be shared with 18 Oxhill Road. An area of parking is demonstrated within the front garden grounds which provides three spaces for the proposed dwelling within the red line and also three spaces for the existing dwellinghouse within its curtilage. Whilst a curtilage has been demonstrated for each dwellinghouse the parking will in effect work as a communal area with tandem access. 7.18 The Council’s Roads Service provided a consultation which has no objections to the proposal on roads and parking grounds, and are content with the parking arrangement proposed. The Roads Service further recommend informatives for any granting of permission relating to pre and post inspection of the public footway fronting the development site. Trees, landscaping and open space 7.19 There are a number of trees located to the rear of the existing property where the change of use to garden grounds is proposed. These trees are not protected by a Tree Preservation Order. Whilst the proposed block plan indicates the retention of the trees, it is not unreasonable to conclude that in incorporating the land into a domestic curtilage, the applicant may seek to manage or remove the trees. The trees in question form part of a line of trees to the rear of properties on Oxhill Road and facing Ardoch Crescent. It is considered that any granting of permission can, however, include a condition which would require further information to be submitted in order to minimise the tree loss as part of the development. 7.20 Policy R2 of the adopted Local Plan advises on open space standards for new development with Policies GI2 and GI4 of proposed LDP2 providing the up-to-date position. Any development of new dwellings, even if small scale will be expected to provide a contribution towards the cost of providing or improving green infrastructure in the area. Policy GI4 of proposed LDP2 advises that developer contributions will apply in a number of circumstances including smaller sites of less than 10 units where provision of green infrastructure is not possible. The Green Network and Green Infrastructure Supplementary Guidance (2022) advises that if the level of amenity space required by Policy GI2 cannot be provided, a financial contribution of £30 per sqm is required. As there is no scope for the required 90sqm of greenspace to be provided on site, a developer contribution is required. On this basis a contribution of £2,700 is required. Subject to this contribution being received, the proposal complies with Policy R2 and Policy GI2. Ecology 7.21 The main part of the site forms part of a domestic garden. The area to the rear of the property which is proposed to be incorporated into the garden has a variety of trees as noted above and is otherwise overgrown. No part of the site has any existing buildings to be removed. No concerns arise in respect of protected species, however, the site as a whole has the potential to host breeding birds and a condition can be attached in this respect. Full details of biodiversity enhancement in accordance with Policy 3 of NPF4 can also be addressed by condition. Residential Amenity 7.22 The proposed dwellinghouse is within close proximity to the boundary of number 20 Oxhill Road. The south elevation of the proposed dwellinghouse which faces the neighbouring property at number 20 has no windows only a skylight within the roofline. Page 7
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Within 20 Oxhill Road itself, there are no windows on the main gable, side elevation of the neighbouring property to the south and the rear projecting kitchen of the neighbouring property is single storey in height. Due to the distance between the windows being in excess of 12m, the change in heights between ground floor windows of the neighbouring property and the roofline, as well as the angle of the sky light, it is considered that no adverse overlooking will be created between the proposal and number 20. Whilst the applicant has indicated that the dwellinghouse is proposed to be used in conjunction with the existing dwellinghouse, the submitted application is for a new dwellinghouse and it must be assessed as such and recognised that in the future could be under separate ownership. It must therefore be considered as to whether the dwellinghouse would still be acceptable with reference to the residential amenity of the residents of the existing house. 7.23 With a tandem access arrangement, a communal parking area is created spanning the front curtilage of both the existing house and proposed house. Notwithstanding the application site boundary delineated on the proposed site plan, this common area will be for use by residents of both the existing and proposed houses. It is accepted that this will result in a degree of activity across this communal area, including to the front of the proposed house and the front corner of the existing house. On balance, it is concluded that, in this instance, the level of activity and intervisibility between properties which would occur within the common area would not be so extensive as to be to the detriment of the amenity of the residents of both the existing and proposed houses. Oxhill Road has a varied pattern of development, including plot sizes and layouts. Comparisons can be drawn between the current proposal and the arrangement of the tandem front access and common driveway at numbers 37 and 37A Oxhill Road which results in activity to the front of both houses. 7.24 In further considering residential amenity in terms of overshadowing, the proposed property is located to the north number 20. Given the existing dwellinghouse, outbuildings within both gardens, boundary wall and tree line located to the north of number 20 there are multiple items which may give rise to overshadowing of number 20 in the late afternoon/evening. Whilst a degree of overshadowing may occur within the garden of number 20, it is not considered to be of an unacceptable level. As such, it is considered that the proposal will not have an adverse impact upon residential amenity. 7.25 It is accepted that a degree of disruption will occur during the construction phase. This will occur with any development proposal and cannot be a determining factor. A condition is, however, proposed to mitigate the potential impact. On completion, it considered that the level of noise and activity would be typical of that expected from residential properties within an established residential area, and that the overall impact on neighbouring amenity in this respect will be neutral. Flooding and drainage 7.26 With respect to flooding and drainage, the Council’s Roads Service were consulted on the application in this respect. No objections have been raised. 7.27 Policy 22 of NPF4 sets out to strengthen resilience to flood risk by promoting avoidance as a first principle and reducing the vulnerability of existing and future development to flooding. The proposal is not within an area shown at risk of flooding on the SPEA flood maps and as such is in accordance with the policy. Other Matters raised in representations 7.28 With respect to other matters raised in the objection and not already assessed above concerns have been raised regarding the impact on neighbouring property, garden Page 8
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and boundary due to being undermined by the works. There is nothing to suggest this would occur and damage to neighbouring property, if it was to occur, would be a civil matter between the parties involved and not a material planning consideration. 8. CONCLUSION 8.1 The application site forms part of an existing residential plot within a well-established residential area. Whilst not allocated for housing, it is within an existing settlement and an expected timeframe for build out has been provided. Subject to the appropriate use of conditions, the proposed development is acceptable. The layout and design of the development ensures that it integrates well with the existing streetscape and whilst the design does not duplicate what is immediately beside it, it references design elements in a more modern context. The change of use of land to the rear of the existing plot, whilst in an area of designated open space is acceptable in this context due to the slope on the land proposed for the change of use to garden ground, the small proportions, that access is restricted further on into the designated area and the poor condition of the area it is considered that the proposal does not adversely affect the overall function of the open space. 8.2 Overall, subject to the conditions below, the proposal is considered to be acceptable with reference to NPF4, the adopted Local Plan and proposed Local Development Plan 2. Subject to the receipt of the green network developer contribution the proposal will also be acceptable with reference to the associated planning guidance. 9. CONDITIONS 1. Prior to the commencement of development on site, exact details of all proposed external materials (inclusive of all hard surfaces), to be used in the development site shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority. Thereafter, unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, the development shall be completed in strict accordance with the approved material details and palette. Reason: In the interest of visual amenity. 2. Prior to the commencement of development on site, a detailed boundary treatment and hard and soft landscaping plan, including timescales for implementation shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority. This plan shall include details of tree loss, replacement planting and root protection measures to safeguard existing trees. Thereafter, unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, the development shall be completed in strict accordance with the approved plans. Reason: In the interest of visual amenity, protection and enhancement of biodiversity and tree protection. 3. Prior to the commencement of development on site, a Biodiversity Enhancement Plan setting out how the proposal enhances biodiversity beyond the current baseline, together with the implementation on site, shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority. All measures shall then be implemented as approved. Thereafter, unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, the development shall be completed in accordance with the approved plan. Reason: In the interest of biodiversity. Page 9
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4. That any trees, shrubs or areas of grass which die, are removed, damaged or become diseased within five years of completion of the landscaping shall be replaced within the following year with others of a similar size and species. Reason: In the interest of visual amenity and biodiversity. 5. That prior to the commencement of works on site, full details of the proposed drainage regime inclusive of calculations and overland flow details shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Planning Authority. The drainage regime shall then be implemented and maintained thereafter. For the avoidance of doubt, the drainage regime shall be implemented commensurately with the construction of the houses it serves and all surface water shall be intercepted within the site on completion of development. Reason: To ensure adequate drainage of the site. 6. That prior to the occupation of any house, the off-street parking provision hereby approved shall be completed and be available for use by residents of the associated house. The off-street parking provision shall then remain unobstructed and available for use by residents of the associated house at all times thereafter. Reason: To ensure adequate parking provision is in place for development. 7. Prior to the occupation of the houses hereby permitted, the developer shall install the necessary infrastructure to enable the full development and all associated properties to be connected to the existing fibre optic network, where available in West Dunbartonshire, and in accordance with the relevant telecommunications provider’s standards. Reason: To ensure compliance with Policy CON4 of the West Dunbartonshire Proposed Local Development Plan (2020) and in the interests of securing the facilities to support communities. 8. During the period of construction, all works and ancillary operations which are audible at the site boundary (or at such other place(s) as may first be agreed in writing with the Planning Authority), shall be carried out between the following hours unless otherwise approved in writing by the Planning Authority: Mondays to Fridays: 0800 – 1800 Saturdays: 0800 – 1300 Sundays and public holidays: No Working Reason: To ensure that the development does not adversely affect the amenity of neighbouring properties by creating excessive noise and disturbance at unsocial hours. Page 10
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Michael Mulgrew Planning, Building Standards and Environmental Health Manager Date: 12th February 2025 Person to Contact: Michael Mulgrew, Planning & Building Standards Manager Email: Michael.Mulgrew@west-dunbarton.gov.uk James McColl, Development Management Team Leader Email: James.McColl@west-dunbarton.gov.uk Appendix: Location Plan Background Papers: 1. Application forms and plans 2. Representation 3. Consultation responses 4. National Planning Framework 4 5. West Dunbartonshire Local Plan 2010 6. Proposed West Dunbartonshire Local Development Plan 2 2020, as amended 7. Creating Places Guidance (2022) 8. Green Network and Green Infrastructure Supplementary Guidance (2022) Wards affected: Ward 3 (Dumbarton) Page 11