11/00713/F - Borough Council of King's Lynn & West Norfolk

SUPPORTING CASE
The application has been supported by a Design and Access Statement which states:
‘We were approached in November 2010 to evaluate a site in Ringstead situate along
Peddars Way at the northern end of the village. Our discussion centred on the demolition of
the existing dwelling and associated outbuildings.
The existing site is substantial with an area of 3279m². The site is fairly secluded. To the
south relatively modern properties form a linear development along the eastern side of the
highway. To the north uninterrupted views to Holme-Next the-Sea and the coast itself
present an ideal opportunity to construct a dwelling worthy of the site. The existing bungalow
has little architectural merit. Our proposal includes the demolition of the bungalow,
constructed of commons brickwork with multi red faced brick ashlars, white UPVC windows
and slate roof.
Local materials and vernacular details form part of our proposal. We have designed the
property to include the above whilst creating a dwelling with contemporary features both
externally and internally. It is our opinion that the marriage of the two has worked
successfully.
A site position such as this demands living areas that can fully appreciate the views over the
open countryside to coast. As part of the design large glazed areas face the north with the
semi-circular section providing a 180 degree vista. Proposed materials include red clay
pantiles, red clay pintiles, multi-red facing bricks, random flintwork, horizontal timber
boarding, painted render and purpose made timber joinery.
The dwelling will have enclosed gardens to the East & South with generous parking and
turning areas to the west. The proposed outbuilding provides a 3 bay garage incorporating a
large store. The proposed materials for the outbuilding are red clay pantiles, multi-red facing
bricks, random flintwork, plain casement painted timber joinery and timber double garage
doors
It is proposed that the existing boundary shrubbery & trees will remain. These are not
affected by our proposals. The details of the method of protection for trees on site are shown
within the DAS.
The improved access provides excellent visibility in both directions to Peddars Way. It is
estimated that the new proposal could add a further 6 traffic movements to that which exists.
The proposed finish for parking and turning areas is a hardcore base with a shingle finish.
PLANNING HISTORY
2/99/1297/F - Garage extension to bungalow - Application Permitted
RESPONSE TO CONSULTATION
Parish Council: OBJECTION – this structure is not particularly in line with the current
surrounding buildings. Although the plot itself is large enough, it would have a severe impact
on an area of natural outstanding beauty; it encroaches on the view of the village coming
from Holme along the Holme Road. The area labelled as ‘paddock’ in the plans is actually
agricultural land and was cultivated as such until approximately a year ago (therefore a
change of use is required). According to the Borough Council plans, the site also appears to
11/00713/F Development Control Board
25 July 2011
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