Numerous letters have been sent to the owner/occupiers of the property requesting action to remedy the breach of planning control. It is considered worthwhile instigating Enforcement (Legal) Action as it is the unauthorized terraced area at the rear of the property.
20/01351/ENFUNA
18 Tannerbrook Close Bradford
In response to an inquiry received in October 2020, a site visit revealed that a porch extension and chimney breast had been built on the property for which the local planning authority had no record of planning permission being granted. Following letters of challenge, a retrospective planning application reference 21/02780/HOU seeking consent for both features as built was lodged and refused by Council in July 2021. The owners of the property have been requested to remedy the breach of planning control, however not appropriately there is steps taken.
It is considered expedient to issue an enforcement order as the unauthorized porch is detrimental to the visual amenity by virtue of its size, design, poor use of materials and overall appearance, which constitutes a non-conforming feature on the site. The materials used in the construction of the chimney breast are poorly suited to the host property and therefore represent a non-conforming feature. The development is contrary to policies DS1, DS3, DS4 and TR2 in the Council's adopted Core Strategy Development Plan Document, the Council's adopted Household Supplementary Planning Document and the principles of the National Planning Policy Framework.
21/00012/ENFLBC
4 Moorside Road Eccleshill
Bradford BD2 2EU
Without Fredet Building Permit replacement of original slate roof tiles for concrete roof tiles and replacement of original window fittings with white upvc casement window fittings for the property on the plot. In response to a complaint received at this office in January 2021, a site visit revealed that the original slate roof of the Grade II listed building had been replaced with concrete tiles and the original wooden sash windows had been replaced with UPVC windows. The planning history reveals that a retrospective application for the replacement windows had already been rejected in 2017 and a subsequent complaint to the Planning Authority rejected.
In response to challenge letters sent to the owner of the property, a further retrospective application was made for the concrete roof tiles. It is considered appropriate to initiate enforcement action due to the loss of the original functions and the poor materials causing significant damage, detracting from the character and appearance of this heritage asset. No public benefit arises to compensate for this harm and the development therefore contravenes Policy EN3 of the adopted Core Strategy Development Plan Document, Section 16 of Planning (Listed Buildings & Conservation Areas) Act 1990 and policy guidance contained in the National planning policy Framework.
19/01195/ENFUNA
58 Moore Avenue Bradford
Following a complaint received at this office, a site visit revealed the above planning control breach. Despite requests from the local planning authority, the property owner took no action to rectify the matter. It is considered appropriate to issue an enforcement notice as the rear dormer window detracts from the visual beauty of the parent building and its surroundings due to its scale and design and the use of inappropriate facade materials in its construction which do not match the existing roof of the host dwelling.
As a result, it presents an incongruous feature which is at odds with the character of this residential area. March 31, 2022, which requires the demolition of the rear dormer window or replacement of the plastic cladding with a material similar in appearance to that used on the property's roof.
18/00718/ENFUNA
64 Warley Drive Bradford
Construction of a dormer window on the front and back of the property without a building permit. Following a complaint received by this office in August 2018, a site visit revealed the above planning control breach. Despite a request from the local planning authority, the property owner took no action to rectify the matter.
It is considered expedient to issue an enforcement order as the dormer windows on the front and rear roof levels represent unwelcome and strident features in the streetscape due to the use of plastic cladding and slate. The head of planning (Enforcement and trees) approved enforcement action on 23 February 2022 with demands for the demolition of the front and rear gables or the replacement of plastic cladding and slate with a tile that matches the roof of the residential building.
20/00993/ENFUNA
8 Moorgarth Avenue Bradford
Following an inquiry received in this office in June 2020, a site visit revealed that a large detached dwelling was being constructed in the rear garden area of the property. The planning records revealed that planning permission (20/00076/HOU) had previously been granted for an outbuilding to be used as an annex and the construction of a detached garage to the rear of the premises. The development on the site differs substantially from the previously approved application, with the footprint of the structure being larger than both the approved annexe and garage combined.
Despite requests from the local planning authority, the property owner did not take any action to remedy the violation of planning control. An unauthorized apartment also does not provide a suitable outdoor recreation area for existing and future users of the apartment, to the detriment of residential recreation. The development contravenes policies DS1, DS3, DS4, DS5, TR2 and SC9 of the Council-adopted Core Strategic Development Plan document, the Council-adopted Household Supplementary Planning Document and the principles of the National Planning Policy Framework.
20/01500/ENFUNA
86 Cheltenham Road Bradford
Construction of an unauthorized bay window extension to the front elevation of the property on the ground. In response to challenge letters sent to the property owner/occupiers, a retrospective planning application reference 21/05709/HOU seeking approval for the bay window as built was submitted but subsequently refused by the Local Planning Authority on 6 January 2022. It has been considered appropriate to prompt Enforcement (Legal) Action as the unauthorized extension of the front bay window represents a visually incompatible and.
The bay window causes significant damage to the visual splendor of the local environment. Furthermore, the front bay window extension, due to its depth and location, enables direct views at closest range of the adjoining neighboring property, causing. The development is contrary to policy DS1, DS3 and DS5 in the Council's adopted Core Strategy Development Plan Document and the principles in the National Planning Policy Framework.
20/01361/ENFUNA
88 Legrams Lane Bradford
Without a location permit, the placement of a prefabricated storage container with massive blinds south of the building on the land. In October 2020 Council received an inquiry regarding an allegedly unauthorized storage container placed on the grounds of the above mentioned property. A site visit revealed that a prefabricated storage container lined with full shutters had been placed on land to the south of the property.
The Council does not have any information showing that permission has been granted for the expansion as built. Despite numerous letters to the property owner/occupiers, the unauthorized containers remain on site and the matter remains unsolved. It is considered appropriate to take enforcement action (legally) because the unauthorized prefabricated storage container, due to its design and positioning, represents a prominent and visually incongruous addition to the wider streetscape, causing significant damage to the visual amenity, contrary to Policy DS1, DS3 and SC9 of the Council-adopted Core Strategy Development Plan Document and the principles of the National Planning Policy Framework.
19/00026/ENFUNA
Deanstones Farm Deanstones Lane
Bradford BD13 2LL
Unauthorized construction of a building used as a residential building without a building permit. At the request of the local planning authority, the landowners submitted retroactive planning and planning permission was subsequently refused. An appeal was lodged with the Building Inspectorate against the Council's decision to refuse the building permit and on 28 September 2021 the appeal was rejected.
Despite a request from the local planning authority, the building remains in place and the issue remains unresolved. It also leads to a modest loss of openness and is therefore harmful to the essential character of the Green Belt. October 14, 2021 requiring the owner of the land to demolish the building, remove all released materials from the ground and restore the land to its previous state.
20/01029/ENFUNA
Express House White Abbey Road
Installation of six unauthorized external shutters on the front and front corner floors of the property. In July 2020 Council received an inquiry regarding allegedly unauthorized shutters on the above property. A site visit revealed that six external shutters and shutter cabinets had been installed on the north-east side (front and front corner) of the building.
The council had no record of permission being granted for roller shutters as installed. Despite the wishes of the local planning authority, the owner/occupants of the property have taken no action to remedy the breach of planning control. It is considered appropriate to initiate enforcement action as the unauthorized externally mounted roller shutters and shutter boxes are detrimental to visual amenity by virtue of their design and appearance, and form an incongruous feature on the building and streetscape, in breach of Policies DS1 , DS3 and SC9 in Council's adopted Core Strategy Development Plan Document, Council's adopted Shopfront Design Guide, Council's adopted A Shopkeepers Guide to Securing their Premises Supplementary Planning Document and the principles of the National Planning Policy Framework.
18/00639/ENFAPP
Saleh Autos Ivanhoe Road
Bradford BD7 3HY
Installing three externally mounted roller shutters, roller shutter boxes and associated guide rails on the front facade of the building without a building permit. Following an inquiry received at this office, a site visit revealed the above breach of planning control. It is considered appropriate to issue an enforcement notice because the roller shutters, roller shutter boxes and associated guide rails obscure the entire facade when lowered, which, in combination with the projection of the roller shutter boxes, results in a significantly dominant and incongruous appearance that is easily visible in the public. views.
Consequently, the development has a significantly detrimental effect on the appearance of the building and the quality of the street scene. March 11, 2022 requiring the removal of externally mounted shutters, shutter boxes and associated guide rails.
Appeal Allowed
Realignment and resurfacing of the existing access track through the construction of a new access road and vehicle access, and the replanting and landscaping of the area of the current site access track. Outline application for residential development of land for 3 dwellings with all matters reserved - Case No: 21/02262/OUT. Renovation and extension of proposed mixed use building including the addition of additional storey and site boundary wall around site parameter - Case No: 20/05920/FUL.
Installation of non-illuminated advertising banner, measuring 6m x 6m and made of PVC fabric with micromesh - No. of the case: 21/01004/ADV Appeal Ref: 21/00078/APPAD1.
Appeals Upheld
Appeals Upheld (Enforcements Only)
Appeal Allowed in Part/Part Dismissed
Notice Upheld
Notice Varied and Upheld
