Decision details

RESOLVED: That application 22/02871/FP be GRANTED planning permission subject to the reasons and conditions set out in the report of the Development and Conservation Manager, with the following amendment to Condition 11 and the addition of Condition 14:

Condition 11:

Before the commencement of any other works on the site, trees to be retained shall be protected by the erection of temporary chestnut paling fencing of a minimum height of 1.2 meters on a scaffolding framework, located at the appropriate minimum distance from the tree trunk in accordance with Section 4.6 of BS5837:2012. 

Reason: To prevent damage or destruction of trees to be retained on the site in the interests of the appearance of the completed development and the visual amenity of the locality, and to comply with Policy NE2 of the North Hertfordshire Local Plan 2011 to 2031.

Councillor Daniel Allen requested the amendment to protect wildlife.

Condition 14:

Details of the foundation layout, type and depth for ‘Plot 4 Garage’ of the development hereby permitted shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority before the development is commenced and the approved details shall be implemented on site.

Reason: To ensure that the development will not have an unacceptable impact upon the adjacent woodland and to comply with Policy NE4 of the North Hertfordshire Local Plan 2011 to 2031.