Case Study: Replacement Dwelling, Ceris, Benllech
Private Individual
Client
Ceris, Benllech, Isle of Anglesey County Council
Project location
The proposed development comprises of the demolition of an existing dormer bungalow and erection of a replacement, two storey dwelling together with associated development including drainage and landscaping.
The existing building was at the end of its life with significant foundation issues being identified. It was recommended by the Design Team that a replacement dwelling was the most cost effective solution rather than a refurbishment.
NJ Planning were appointed to provide initial planning advice together with formulating a planning strategy and to prepare, submit and manage a full planning application.
As part of the recommended planning strategy, NJ Planning advised, in order for the demolition of the building to proceed without the reliance of the full planning consent (and the requirement to discharge any associated pre-commencement conditions), a separate Prior Notification of Demolition should be submitted.
Both applications were submitted and consent was subsequently obtained. Amendments to the scheme, as a result of detailed design work have also been dealt with via condition variation and non-material amendment applications.
Work on the demolition and replacement dwelling is currently underway.
Project description
Client testimonial
“We have been really pleased with the efficient and professional way Neil has dealt with our planning application and subsequent amendments. Having received the distressing news that we were going to have to demolish and rebuild our home we were keen to get our project back on track as quickly as possible and Neil provided sound guidance on the best approach to the planning process and design pointers to ensure that we would avoid becoming bogged down in the local planning system. It is fair to say that thanks to Neil’s support and guidance, planning has been by far the least challenging aspect of our project to date.”
Project specialists
Architect – WMDesign & Architecture Ltd
Civil Engineering – Mon Civils
Ecology – Alison Johnston Ecology Consultant