Dean Ashton, a former Premier League striker, has faced backlash over his home renovation plans approved by Norwich City Council without a committee review. Neighbors raised concerns about the impact of the major works on a Victorian terrace in a conservation area. Despite objections, the council authorized the plans through delegated powers, claiming the design would not cause significant harm to the area. The application includes a rear extension and alterations to the front garden but has been criticized for sidelining local input in the planning process.
The revised scheme was considered to have an acceptable scale and design which would not result in significant harm to the character and appearance of the conservation area or residential amenity.
Planning officers considered the representations made and concluded that the amended application could be approved without committee debate.
Residents expressed strong objections to the plans but felt shut out of the process, as the council approved them using delegated powers without committee discussion.
The overall scope of the renovation remains substantial for a Victorian terraced property in a conservation area despite initial concerns and size reductions.
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