Newport plan to turn garage workshop into home rejected
However, the plans were refused by the council on July 19, 2025, due to several key concerns.
The proposed dwelling was deemed to have an "overlooking and overbearing impact" on a neighbouring property on Dolphin Street.
Additionally, the proposed internal space of the new flat was only 37.72 square metres, falling short of the required 45 square metres, leading to concerns about "inadequate living conditions."
The absence of external amenity and clear rooflight outlooks further contributed to the refusal.
The application also failed to provide a signed Section 106 agreement, despite draft terms being agreed upon.
This meant the development did not meet its obligations towards affordable housing and leisure contributions, leaving it "unmitigated."
Flood risk was another concern, with the site lying in both Flood Zone B and Flood Zone 3.
Despite a Flood Consequences Assessment supporting the application, the council noted that Natural Resources Wales raised no objections provided mitigation measures were implemented.
Highways safety was also highlighted as an issue, although the Highways Officer did not oppose the residential use if the garage was removed.
No biodiversity enhancements or green infrastructure details were submitted with the application, although the council would have accepted a condition for biodiversity enhancement given the site's low ecological value.
The proposal, which was seen to enhance the conservation area through reuse, ultimately did not outweigh the concerns regarding amenity.
No objections or comments were received from neighbours regarding the proposal.
The planning history of the site shows a previous application for conversion to a residential dwelling was refused on September 22, 2023.
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