Proposed loft conversion with roof extension, including the addition of two side flat-roof dormers

1. The development hereby permitted shall be implemented in accordance with the following plans numbered: Location Plan, M.B.01 Rev A and M.B.02 Rev A. 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 building or otherwise be in accordance with those in the Application Form. Reason: To ensure a satisfactory visual relationship between the new development and the existing.
4. The bathroom window in the side-facing dormer shall be obscure glazed to Pilkingtons Level 3 or greater, with any opening parts positioned at least 1.7 metres above the internal floor level of the room, and shall thereafter be retained as such. Reason: To protect the amenity and privacy of the adjoining residential property.
5. Note to Applicant: The applicant is encouraged to incorporate biodiversity enhancement measures into the development, including the installation of a bat box and a swift nest box on suitable elevations, as well as garden planting that supports pollinators, particularly night-scented species beneficial to bats. Further guidance is available from relevant sources such as the Bat Conservation Trust, Swift Conservation, and the Royal Horticultural Society.
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 called. Additional information is available on the Bat Conservation Trust website at https://www.bats.org.uk/advice/imworking-on-a-building-with-bats/ive-found-a-bat-during-works.
7. Note to Applicant: If new external lighting is proposed, it should comply with the guidance in GN08/23 (Bats and Artificial Lighting) produced by the Institution of Lighting Professionals: https://www.theilp.org.uk/documents/guidance-note-8-bats-and-artificial-lighting/
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 39 of the National Planning Policy Framework (December 2024), 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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