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Discharge of conditions C3 (external facing materials), C6 (rooflights), C7 (landscaping), C8 (biodiversity enhancements), C11 (solar panels), C12 (safety and stability of the building fabric) and C14 (biodiversity net gain) to planning permission 25/00832/FUL

Smithy Gas Lane Thorney Peterborough

DeterminedReference: 26/00207/DISCHGPeterborough City Council

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Smithy Gas Lane Thorney Peterborough

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Application summary

Status
Determined
Application type
Compliance with Planning Condition(s)
Received
13 Feb 2026
Validated
Not published
Determination deadline
10 Apr 2026
Local authority
Peterborough City Council

Application overview

Discharge of conditions C3 (external facing materials), C6 (rooflights), C7 (landscaping), C8 (biodiversity enhancements), C11 (solar panels), C12 (safety and stability of the building fabric) and C14 (biodiversity net gain) to planning permission 25/00832/FUL

Proposal details

Reference
26/00207/DISCHG
Alternative references
PP-14699377
Development type
Discharge of Condition(s)
Ward
Eye, Thorney & Newborough
Parish
Thorney CP
Agent
Swann Edwards
UPRN
10008062543

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Application Supporting Document: Origin Doors and Windows - The Residential Door CollectionDCSUPDOC13 Feb 2026View
Application Supporting Document: Biodiversity Gain PlanDCSUPDOC13 Feb 2026View
Application Supporting Document: WECE-Demolition of Lean-to-StructureDCSUPDOC13 Feb 2026View
Application Supporting Document: South Lincs Solar PV ProposalDCSUPDOC13 Feb 2026View
Plans: The Original Conservation Rooflight - CR_CRSS_FK_EDCPLANS13 Feb 2026View
Application Supporting Document: Wild Felmersham - Allocation NoticeDCSUPDOC13 Feb 2026View
Previous/Parent decision notice: - Parent decision notice (Ref: 25/00832/FUL)DCPRDEC19 Sept 2025View
Application Form: Application FormDCAPFORM13 Feb 2026View
Plans: Proposed Plans - SE-2265-PP1000EDCPLANS13 Feb 2026View
Application Supporting Document: Origin Doors and Windows - The Window CollectionDCSUPDOC13 Feb 2026View
Conservation officer commentsDCCONWEB12 Mar 2026View
Landscaping Plan.pdfDCPLANS25 Mar 2026View
Landscaping plan for shrubs and plants.pdfDCSUPDOC25 Mar 2026View
Infomation on Bricks.pdfDCSUPDOC25 Mar 2026View
Tree Comments.pdfDCCONWEB25 Mar 2026View
Tree OfficerDCCONWEB9 Apr 2026View
Biodiversity_gain_planA revised.pdfDCSUPDOC14 Apr 2026View
Decision- 01/05/2026DCDEC1 May 2026View

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Decision & conditions

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Previous/Parent decision notice: - Parent decision notice (Ref: 25/00832/FUL) Decision- 01/05/2026
Planning conditions
  1. C3 – External facing materials No development other than groundworks and foundations shall take place unless and until details of all external facing materials to be used have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The details submitted for approval shall include the name of the manufacturer, the product type, colour (using BS4800) and reference number. The development shall not be carried out except in accordance with the approved details. Reason: For the Local Planning Authority to ensure a satisfactory external appearance, in accordance with Policies LP16 and LP19 of the Peterborough Local Plan (2019), Section 72(1) of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 (as amended), Chapter 16 of the National Planning Policy Framework (2024)(2025 as amended). Approved Documents and Details: - Origin Doors and Windows The Residential Door Collection - Origin Doors and Windows The Window Collection - Email dated 25.03.2026 – Information on bricks to be used - Planning Drawing PP1000 Revision E Assessment: The Conservation Officer was consulted on this application and raised no objection to the submitted details. However, the Officer did request further specific detail for the reclaimed bricks. These further details were received. The proposed materials would remain in keeping with the surrounding area and would not cause harm upon the setting of the listed buildings within the vicinity or Thorney Conservation Area. The details would accord with policies LP16, LP19 of the Peterborough Local Plan (2019), Sections 12 and 16 of the National Planning Policy Framework (2024)(2025 as amended) and Section 72 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 (as amended). Conclusion: Subject to satisfactory implementation on site this condition is hereby discharged.
  2. C6 – Rooflights Notwithstanding the submitted plans hereby approved, prior to installation, details of rooflights, including their depth in relation to the roof plane, shall be submitted to and agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority. These shall be of traditional appearance and include a central glazing bar. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved plans and details and retained as such thereafter. Reason: To ensure the protection of the historic and architectural importance of the Locally listed building and the wider character and appearance of the conservation area is preserved, in accordance with Policies LP16 and LP19 of the Peterborough Local Plan (2019), Section 72(1) of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 (as amended), Chapter 16 of the National Planning Policy Framework (2024)(2025 as amended). Approved Documents and Details: - The original conservation rooflights CR_CRSS_FK_E Assessment: The Conservation Officer was consulted on this application and raised no objection to the submitted details. The proposed rooflight details align with the building, are of an appropriate design and an acceptable projection. The proposed rooflights would not cause harm upon the character and appearance of Thorney Conservation Area. The details would accord with policies LP16, LP19 of the Peterborough Local Plan (2019), Sections 12 and 16 of the National Planning Policy Framework (2024)(2025 as amended) and Section 72 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 (as amended). Conclusion: Subject to satisfactory implementation on site this condition is hereby discharged.
  3. C7- Landscaping Notwithstanding the submitted details, no development other than groundworks and foundations shall commence until a scheme for the hard landscaping of the site has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The scheme shall include details of the following: - Proposed finished ground and building slab levels - Hard surfacing materials - Planting plans including retained trees The approved hard landscaping scheme shall be carried out prior to the occupation or commencement of use or in accordance with an implementation programme submitted to and approved in writing with the Local Planning Authority. Reason: In the interests of visual amenity of the area and the enhancement of biodiversity, in accordance with Policies LP16, LP28 and LP29 of the Peterborough Local Plan (2019) and Chapter 15 of the National Planning Policy Framework (2024). Approved Documents and Details: - Landscaping plan for shrubs and plants - Landscape plan – A- Lavendula mix B- Berberis thunbergia C- Pieris Japonica (Little Heath) D- Spirea Japonica E- Hebe Pinguifolia - Planning Drawing PP1000 Revision E Assessment: The submitted soft landscaping details have been reviewed in consultation with the Council’s Tree Officer. An initial objection was raised due to insufficient information regarding the specification of planting stock and associated implementation details. Subsequently, further information was requested, specifically relating to British Standard nursery stock sizes for all proposed planting, together with comprehensive specifications covering planting methods, aftercare, maintenance, support, and protection measures. The applicant has since provided the required information, and the Tree Officer has confirmed that the revised details are acceptable. The submitted scheme now demonstrates an appropriate and robust approach to the establishment and long-term management of planting across the site. Overall, the proposed soft and hard landscaping details are considered acceptable and will contribute positively to the visual amenity of the area and the enhancement of the site. The development therefore accords with Policies LP16, LP28 and LP29 of the Peterborough Local Plan (2019) and Chapter 15 of the National Planning Policy Framework (2024). Conclusion: Subject to satisfactory implementation on site this condition is hereby discharged.
  4. C8- Biodiversity Enhancements No development other than groundworks and foundations shall take place unless a scheme for biodiversity enhancements as recommended within the Preliminary Ecological Appraisal (Cambridge Ecology, 2025) and by the PCC Wildlife Officer, shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The scheme shall include the position, type and number of enhancements proposed. All enhancements as per the approved scheme shall be installed prior to first commencement of the use hereby permitted using accepted best practice and retained thereafter. Reason: In the interests of visual amenity of the area and the enhancement of biodiversity, in accordance with Policies LP16, LP28 and LP29 of the Peterborough Local Plan (2019) and Chapter 15 of the National Planning Policy Framework (2024)(2025 as amended). Approved Documents and Details: - Ecological Enhancement Plan report date 05.12.2025 Assessment: The Wildlife Officer was consulted on this application and provided no objection. The consultee recommended the discharge of condition 8 and Officers consider that the information within the submitted Ecological Enhancement Plan addresses the requirements of the condition and the details are acceptable in line with policies LP16, LP28 and LP29 the Peterborough Local Plan (2019) and Section 15 of the National Planning Policy Framework (2024)(2025 as amended). Conclusion: Subject to satisfactory implementation on site this condition is hereby discharged.
  5. C11- Solar Panels Prior to their installation, details of the solar panels to be installed shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details. Reason: For the Local Planning Authority to ensure a satisfactory external appearance, in accordance with Policies LP16 and LP19 of the Peterborough Local Plan (2019), Section 72(1) of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 (as amended), Chapter 16 of the National Planning Policy Framework (2024)(2025 as amended). Approved Documents and Details: - South Lincs Solar – Your Solar PV Proposal Assessment: The Conservation Officer was consulted on this application and raised no objection to the submitted details. The proposed solar panels are of a darker colour and are therefore less noticeable within the street scene and wider conservation area and are of a colour which is close to slate, which is a common roof material within the area. The proposed solar panels would not cause harm upon the character and appearance of the site or Thorney Conservation Area. The details would accord with policies LP16, LP19 of the Peterborough Local Plan (2019), Sections 12 and 16 of the National Planning Policy Framework (2024)(2025 as amended) and Section 72 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 (as amended). Conclusion: Subject to satisfactory implementation on site this condition is hereby discharged.
  6. C12 - Safety and stability of the building fabric Prior to the commencement of development, details shall be submitted and approved with the Local Planning Authority demonstrating the methods of ensuring the safety and stability of the building fabric to be retained throughout the phases of demolition and reconstruction. Such details are to include structural engineering drawings and/or a method statement. The work shall be carried out fully in accordance with the method statement approved. Reason: To ensure the protection of the historic and architectural importance and stability of the Locally listed building, in accordance with LP19 of the Peterborough Local Plan (2019) and the National Planning Policy Framework (2024)(2025 as amended). This is a pre-commencement condition as the details of ensuring the safety and stability of the building fabric are required prior to demolition and reconstruction. Approved Documents and Details: - WE Consulting Engineers Demolition of lean to structure- retention and stability of existing building fabric - Planning Drawing PP1000 Revision E Assessment: The Conservation Officer was consulted on this application and provided no objection. The consultee recommended the discharge of condition 12 and Officers consider that the information within the submitted document addresses the requirements of the condition. Officers consider that the historic and architectural important of the locally listed building would be protected and that the details are acceptable in line with policy LP19 and provisions within the National Planning Policy Framework (2024)(2025 as amended). Conclusion: Subject to satisfactory implementation on site this condition is hereby discharged.
  7. C14 - Biodiversity Net Gain The development hereby permitted shall not begin unless and until a biodiversity net gain plan has been submitted to and agreed in writing with by the Local Planning Authority. The biodiversity net gain plan shall address the following matters: (a) information about the steps taken or to be taken to minimise the adverse effect of the development on the biodiversity of the onsite habitat and any other habitat (b) the pre-development biodiversity value of the onsite habitat (c) the post-development biodiversity value of the onsite habitat (d) any registered offsite biodiversity gain allocated to the development and the biodiversity value of that gain in relation to the development (e) any biodiversity credits purchased for the development, and (f) such other matters as the Secretary of State may by regulations specify. Thereafter, the development shall be carried out in accordance with the agreed approved details. Reason: In accordance with the requirements of Schedule 14, Part 1 of paragraph 14 of the Environment Act 2021 and Policy LP28 of the Peterborough Local Plan (2019). Please note this is a statutory condition. Approved Documents and Details: - Biodiversity Net Gain Plan Revised (14.04.2026) - The Statutory Biodiversity Metric dated Wednesday April 23, 2025 - Allocation Notice dated 03.12.2025 Assessment: The Wildlife Officer was consulted on this application and initially provided an objection. Further information was requested regarding information within the BNG Plan (missed dates, off -site units) as well as the site area on the application form to match the total habitat area on the BNG metric. Further information was received and the consultee has recommended the discharge of condition 14. Officers consider that the information within the submitted metric, BNG Plan and the Allocation Notice (off site units) addresses the requirements of the condition, and the details are acceptable in line with policy LP28 of the Peterborough Local Plan (2019) and Schedule 14, Part 1 of paragraph 14 of the Environment Act 2021. Conclusion: Subject to satisfactory implementation on site this condition is hereby discharged.
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