Erection of single story flat roof extension to front of clubhouse

General Policy 2

Requires development to respect the site and surroundings in terms of siting, layout, scale, form, design (b), and not adversely affect the character of the surrounding landscape or townscape (c). The officer assessed the flat roof extension's incompatibility with the existing pitched roof clubhouse, its prominence due to size and front location, and visibility from public views, finding it failed both tests despite acceptable principle of development.

Spatial Policy 5

Requires new development to make a positive contribution to the environment, potentially supported by a Design Statement. Referenced generally but the proposal's design was found harmful, failing to positively contribute.

General Policy 3

Permits development outside zoned areas only in specific exceptions. The extension was accepted as ancillary to existing approved recreational use, not requiring GP3 exception.

Recreation Policy 1

Requires retention of sporting facilities unless alternatives provided. No concerns as extension improves facilities without affecting pitches.

Recreation Policy 2

Prohibits loss of open space/recreation unless alternatives or community gain. Extension on hardstanding deemed acceptable with community gain.