Extensions

Semi Detach 4m extension planning help

Anonymous user 28/02/2024 - 3.50 PM

Hi, I am in the process of putting in a request for a 4m rear extension on a semi detach property and would like to know if my neighbours object to this would the approval be rejected or is there any other application i can make. I know 3m extension i would get without any issues as standard. The issue is the rear of the property is on a slope/drop and the garden is 1.5m below in height. Under the property is a basement 1.5m high ceiling so not really something you can use apart from getting access to the meters/boiler. On the new rear 4m extension i am planning i would therefore like to dig down in the garden so the new extension has a livable space on the lower ground floor and isn't 1.5m in height so i can have a proper room, digging down will not affect the neighbours view or sight etc. This would then make the extension a double storey i am guessing? Due it being classed as double storey is permission rejected straight away for 4m on semi detach if neighbours object. The neighbour has a 3m decking/balcony on his rear already would this affect consideration to the application? If i only submit 4m single storey extension without making the lower ground floor livable space i.e. leave it at 1.5m basement in height and then later make it a livable space by getting it dug down would i need permission for that or would that bypass the process. Any advice or suggestions as i couldn't find anything on the planning portal website etc. that fits in with my extension plans.