Two storey side, single storey front and single storey rear extension following removal of existing garage.

1. The development hereby permitted shall be implemented in accordance with the following plans numbered: 3212/08_01_B - Existing and Proposed Elevations and Floor Plans3212/08_02_B - Location and Site Plan Reason: For the avoidance of doubt and in the interests of proper planning.
2. The development hereby permitted shall start no later than three years from the date of this decision. Reason: To comply with Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990.
3. The materials to be used in the construction of the external surfaces of the development hereby permitted shall match in type, colour and texture those used on the existing dwelling. Reason: To ensure a satisfactory visual relationship between the new development and the existing.
4. The first floor bathroom window on the western side elevation shall be obscure glazed to Pilkingtons level 3 or equivalent with no more than a top-hung opening top light. Once installed the window shall be permanently maintained in that condition. Reason: To protect the amenity and privacy of the adjoining residential properties.
5. The development hereby permitted shall follow a precautionary working method which shall include: All building materials to be stored on hard standing or on pallets, as far as possible from hedgerows, scrub or potential habitat;Any excavations must be covered at night or be fitted with a small animal escape ramp;No fires to be lit on site;Waste must be stored in a skip and not be allowed to accumulate in piles which could be used by wildlife;Any animals found on site should be handled but be allowed to move away to a place of safety on their own; andIf any vegetation needs to be removed to facilitate the development, it must be removed outside of bird nesting season (which is usually between the beginning of March and the end of August) or if this is not possible then only after being checked for nesting birds by a suitably qualified ecologist. If any active nests are found, work must stop, and a 5 metre buffer must be erected around the nest to protect it from disturbance until after the birds have fledged and left the nest. Reason: To protect wildlife species and their habitats
6. Note to Applicant: In the unlikely event of any bats being found during demolition or construction, all work must stop immediately, and Natural England must be informed. Additional information is available on the Bat Conservation Trust website at https://www.bats.org.uk/advice/im-working-on-a-building-with-bats/ive-found-a-bat-during-works.
7. Note to applicant: There are opportunities for the site to be enhanced to benefit wildlife. The building may be suitable for a bat or bird box and additional planting could be provided to attract birds and pollinating insects. Further information about bat boxes can be found via the following link: Home - Bat Conservation Trust (bats.org.uk). Links to further advice are set out in the Ecologist’s response to the application.
8. 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'.
9. Note to Applicant: In accordance with paragraph 38 of the National Planning Policy Framework (December 2023), Eastleigh Borough Council takes a positive approach to the handling of development proposals so as to achieve, whenever possible, a positive outcome and to ensure all proposals are dealt with in a timely manner.

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