Demolish existing dwelling and outbuilding. Replacement with new build dwelling house, garages, pool and ancillary outbuildings.
4D Planning advised the client on the feasibility of redeveloping a tired detached house set within large grounds in the Green Belt. We prepared a detailed feasibility report to assess the site’s potential, identify planning constraints, and establish how value could be added while meeting the client’s brief. Following this work, we were formally instructed to design the proposals and manage the planning process on the client’s behalf.
The project progressed in stages. An application for prior approval for a large eight metre deep rear extension was submitted and approved. In parallel, we designed a series of ancillary outbuildings within the curtilage of the property, including a gym, swimming pool, music room, study, barbecue area and other supporting uses. A lawful development certificate was also secured, confirming the acceptability of these elements.
Following pre application discussions, Dacorum planning officers advised that a full planning application for a replacement dwelling would be more appropriate. This approach required a clear justification that the impact on the openness of the Green Belt would be less than that resulting from the cumulative implementation of the approved extensions and outbuildings, which formed the fallback position. A full planning application was subsequently submitted on this basis and planning permission was granted for the replacement dwelling.
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