Planning Applications 20/21 There seem to have been quite a few applications in the last two years. We never like challenging residents’ applications; however, we (and many individual residents) did object to one which was for change of use of … Read more
Please note: this is for guidance only due the fact that we have been struggling to get definitive information from SCC. Solar Panels There has been confusion in the past as neither solar panels nor EV chargers are explicitly mentioned … Read more
Development & Conservation in Highfield Before the Oakmount Triangle was granted conservation status, a developer purchased no 4 Leigh Road – a distinctive Arts and Crafts style house: Its character features include the herringbone brickwork on the gable and the … Read more
We are currently canvassing the residents to get as many opinions as possible about what makes the Oakmount Triangle special so this is a work in progress. As this is a conservation area, we tend to think first and foremost … Read more
What are the restrictions on development in a Conservation Area? Conservation area restrictions Outside of a conservation area, there are types of work that people are generally allowed to do without the need for planning permission (as defined under the … Read more
Advice From SCC Please note that if you contact SCC for advice, you must make it clear that you live in an Article 4(2) Conservation area, specifically the Oakmount Triangle. The standard planning portal guidance often not does not apply … Read more
New draft design guidance Important definitions In order to understand what may otherwise appear very complex, we need to look at the structure of regulations around planning. Above all we need to dispel the notion that there are various things … Read more
The C.A.M.P. The City Council adopted a Character Appraisal and Management Plan for the Oakmount Triangle Conservation Area on 17 March, 2008. The document identifies those features which give the area its special character and provides guidance and direction on … Read more
This is an ongoing project to inform residents about the conservation area: Our management plan The implications of conservation How we can help you with planning. Conservation contacts Conservation questions (heritage materials etc) General planning (extensions etc. pre-planning advice) OTRA … Read more
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