Change of use from a dwellinghouse (Class C3) to a residential care home (Class C2) for three young persons.

1. Time Limit The development to which this permission relates must be begun not later than the expiration of three years beginning with the date on which this permission is granted. Reason: In order to comply with the requirements of Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended).
2. Approved Plans The development hereby approved shall be carried out in complete accordance with the plans and specifications detailed below and shall relate to no other plans: a) Location Plan - Drawing no. AR.441.TS5.LP, date received 5 Sept 2025 b) Existing Floorplan - Drawing no. AR.441.EX.01, date received 5 Sept 2025 c) Proposed Floorplan - Drawing no. AR.441.PR.01, date received 5 Sept 2025 Reason: For the avoidance of doubt and to ensure that the development is carried out as approved.
3. Restriction on Use The premises shall be used as a children’s home and for no other purpose including any other purpose in Class C2 of the Schedule to the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1987 (or any order revoking or re-enacting that order with or without modification), without planning permission being obtained from the Local Planning Authority. Reason: To adequately control the use of the site having regard to the nature of the site and the particular circumstances of the application to protect the amenity of the area and in the interests of residents amenity having regard for policies CS4, CS5, DC1 and section 12 of the NPPF.
4. Number of children in care The use hereby approved shall be limited to provide children's accommodation for up to three children and no more at any one time. Reason: In order to ensure the facility is limited to provide children's care accommodation for a use which is relative to the considerations taken and ensure the facility is of a scale which is appropriate for its location.
5. Reason for Approval It is considered that the proposal is in accordance with the Policies within the Local Development Framework Core Strategy and Development Policies document in that the scale, design and materials proposed are appropriate to the site location and there will be no demonstrable adverse impact on adjacent residential amenity. The Local Planning Authority has acted positively and proactively in determining this application by assessing the proposal against all material considerations, including LDF Policies and any representations that may have been received and subsequently determining to grant planning permission in accordance with the presumption in favour of sustainable development, as set out in the National Planning Policy Framework.
6. Informative Note: Secured by Design Cleveland Police operate the “Secured By Design” initiative. This is a scheme which promotes the inclusion of architectural crime prevention measures into new projects and refurbishments. The applicant is recommended to actively seek Secured By Design accreditation, full information is available within the SBD Homes 2024 Guide at www.securedbydesign.com

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