Conditions / Refusal Reasons
That the creation of an attic flat would involve the removal of a substantial chimney stack which is considered to be of significant historic interest. In addition the proposal to create an attic flat would require the insertion of two dormer windows on the front elevation of the building, the insertion of two velux rooflights on the side elevation of the building, a new staircase, a new floor, new fire doors and new services, all of which would compromise the historic fabric of the grade 11 listed building, detracting from its character and appearance. Furthermore the external works would neither preserve nor enhance the character and appearance of this part of the Henley Conservation Area. In this way the proposals would be contrary to policies G1, G8, CON 5, CON 6 and CON 10 of the adopted South Oxfordshire Local Plan, policies G2, G6, CON 4, CON 5 and CON 10 of the South Oxfordshire Local Plan 2011 Second Deposit Draft 2003 and to advice contained in PPG 15 - Planning and the Historic Environment.