Planning Applications - Runnymede Borough Council

5. Planning Considerations
5.1 The site is located within the Chertsey Conservation Area and the flood
plain; therefore these are the main considerations to be taken into account
when determining this application.
5.2 In terms of the impact the proposal would have on the
Conservation Area, it is considered that the proposal by
reason of its purpose for safety and simplistic design would
not unduly harm the characteristics of the Conservation
Area. There are a variety of railing types, with no fixed
standard, within the surrounding vicinity. The proposed
railings would not be out of keeping with the surroundings
or harmful to the characteristics of the Conservation Area.
5.3 The railings would be only some 5 cms higher than could be erected under
permitted development.
5.4 Having regard to the impact on the flood plain, the guardrails would be of an
open design, enabling flood water to flow through and as such would not be
an impediment.
5.5 In conclusion, it is considered that the proposal would not harm the
characteristics of the Conservation Area, nor would it adversely affect the
flood plain. Therefore is considered to be in accordance with policies within
the Local Plan and is recommended for approval.
5.6 Consideration has been given to the requirements of Article 8 and Article 1
of the First Protocol of the European Convention on Human Rights. It is not
considered that the granting of permission would result in a violation of any
objectors’ rights under the Convention.
Officers’ Recommendation
GRANT subject to the following conditions:
1. Duration (Other than Outline) (C3)
2. No Departure (Full Applications) (C4)
Informative:
1. The applicant is advised that this decision relates to the following
drawing numbers received on the dates shown :-
Drawing Number:
Date Received:
Red Line Plan 20.12.02
Details of Guardrail 20.12.02