Part retrospective external alterations to the existing building, including replacement and insertion of windows and doors, roof alterations, partial reduction of part of the building, alterations to parking layout including enlarged car parking area, provision of bin and cycle storage, boundary fencing and gates, and associated works.

1. The development hereby permitted shall be implemented in accordance with the following plans: Location Plan and Proposed Floor Plans – KC 02 A PP B Elevations Prior to Works - KC 01 A EL B Existing Elevations (Part Retrospective) – KC 02 A EL B Proposed Elevations Including Part Retrospective – KC 03 A PPEL B Reason: For the avoidance of doubt and in the interests of proper planning.
2. Within three months of the date of this decision, details of the materials and finishes used or to be used in connection with the development, including the external walls, roof coverings, windows, doors, rainwater goods, external hard surfacing, boundary fencing and gates, and the bin and cycle store, shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Any remaining works shall be completed in accordance with the approved details and the approved materials and finishes shall thereafter be retained. Reason: To ensure that the development respects the character and appearance of the area and preserves the character and appearance of the Old Bishopstoke Conservation Area, in accordance with Policies DM1 and DM12 of the Eastleigh Borough Local Plan 2016–2036.
3. Within three months of the date of this decision, a landscaping, habitat creation and biodiversity enhancement scheme shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The scheme shall include: a) the location and extent of all planting and landscaped areas, including existing vegetation to be retained; b) details of species, numbers, sizes, densities and planting methods; c) details of bat boxes and integrated swift nest boxes (swift bricks), or, where compelling technical reasons are demonstrated, alternative swift nesting provision, including their number, design, location, orientation and method of installation; d) precautionary measures to avoid harm to hedgehogs during any remaining groundworks and landscaping; and e) a timetable for implementation and arrangements for the ongoing management, maintenance and replacement of planting and enhancement features. The approved scheme shall be implemented in accordance with the approved timetable. Any planting that dies, is removed or becomes seriously damaged or diseased within five years of planting shall be replaced in the next planting season with planting of the same species and size, unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The approved biodiversity enhancement features shall be retained and maintained thereafter. Reason: To secure proportionate landscape and biodiversity enhancements and to protect ecological interests, in accordance with Policies DM1 and DM11 of the Eastleigh Borough Local Plan 2016–2036 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
4. The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the mitigation and compensation requirements of the District Level Licence for Great Crested Newts issued by NatureSpace in respect of the development, including any Reasonable Avoidance Measures forming part of that licence. Reason: To ensure that the development provides appropriate mitigation for potential impacts on Great Crested Newts, in accordance with the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017 (as amended), Policy DM11 of the Eastleigh Borough Local Plan 2016–2036 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
5. No external lighting associated with the development shall be installed or brought into use until a wildlife-sensitive external lighting strategy has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The strategy shall: a) identify ecological features and species sensitive to artificial lighting, including bats using the site and its boundaries; and b) set out the location, design, mounting height, direction, intensity, colour temperature, hours of operation and controls for all external lighting, together with lighting contour plans demonstrating that there will be no unacceptable illumination of trees, hedgerows, boundary vegetation or other dark corridors. Any lighting shall be installed and operated only in accordance with the approved strategy and shall thereafter be retained and maintained. Reason: To protect bats and other wildlife from disturbance and to protect the character and amenity of the area, in accordance with Policies DM1 and DM11 of the Eastleigh Borough Local Plan 2016–2036 and the National Planning Policy Framework.
6. Within three months of the date of this decision, the parking and turning arrangements shown on the approved plans shall be laid out, surfaced, marked out and made available for use. The parking and turning areas shall thereafter be retained and kept available for those purposes. Reason: To ensure safe and suitable access and adequate parking provision, in accordance with Policies DM13 and DM14 of the Eastleigh Borough Local Plan 2016–2036.
7. The development hereby permitted shall not be occupied until details of the bin storage, secure and covered cycle storage and electric vehicle charging provision shown or required in connection with the development shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The details shall include the location, dimensions, capacity, access arrangements and, for electric vehicle charging, the number and specification of charging points and associated infrastructure. The approved facilities shall be provided prior to the occupation of the development and shall thereafter be retained and maintained for their intended purposes. Reason: To ensure adequate refuse, cycle and electric vehicle facilities are provided, in accordance with Policies DM1, DM13 and DM14 of the Eastleigh Borough Local Plan 2016–2036.
8. Within three months of the date of this decision a Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) shall be submitted to, and approved in writing by, the Local Planning Authority. Preparation and construction work shall only take place in accordance with the approved CEMP which shall include: a) the location of temporary site buildings, compounds, construction material and plant storage areas used during demolition and construction; b) the arrangements for deliveries associated with all construction works, loading/ unloading of plant & materials and restoration of any damage to the highway [including vehicle crossovers and grass verges]. c) the parking of vehicles of site operatives and visitors; d) measures to control the emission of dust and dirt generated by demolition and construction; e) a scheme for controlling noise and vibration from demolition and construction activities. f) provision for storage, collection, and disposal of waste from the development during construction period; g) measures to prevent mud and dust on the highway during demolition and construction; h) the erection and maintenance of security hoarding including decorative displays and facilities for public viewing, where appropriate; i) temporary lighting; j) protection of pedestrian routes during construction; k) temporary surface water drainage provisions; and l) hours of working. Reason: To limit the impact the development has on the amenity of the locality, in accordance with Policies DM1 and DM8 of the Eastleigh Borough Local Plan (2016- 2036).
9. Note to Applicant: In accordance with Policy DM3 of the National Planning Policy Framework (2026), Eastleigh Borough Council has taken a positive and proactive approach to the consideration of the development proposal, seeking where necessary to resolve planning issues and enable a timely decision.
10. Note to Applicant: It is requested that the building works are carried out considerately to minimise disruption to the occupiers of the neighbouring properties. The council operates a code of best practice, which is available on the council's website www.eastleigh.gov.uk by following the links to Planning and Building, Building Control, then select 'Considerate Builders Advice Note'

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