Ernie Clark. Hilperton Division, Wiltshire Council.

WWDC says 'No' to current application.
Here is a summary of the report.

Residential development of 29 units including conversion of existing buildings, new build and associated works.

Reasons for refusal.

1 The proposal by reason of its design, scale, height, roof massing, detailing and siting would be detrimental to the character and appearance of the conservation area, with Buildings F and G being particularly incongruous and visually obtrusive in a manner that would be harmful to the character of the area, the street scene and neighbouring properties, contrary to West Wiltshire District Plan - Ist Alteration policies C17, C18, C19, C20, C22, H17 and H24 as well as being contrary to PPS3 - Housing.

2 The proposal fails to provide a satisfactory level of public open space on the site, contrary to West Wiltshire District Plan - Ist Alteration Policy R4 and PPG17 - Planning for Open Space, Sport and Recreation.

3 The proposal fails to provide a satisfactory level of tree planting and landscaping throughout the site, contrary to West Wiltshire District Plan - Ist Alteration Policies C18, C32 and C40.

4 The proposal fails to meet the requirements of West Wiltshire District Plan - 1st Alteration Policy H2 in that no definitive contribution towards the provision of affordable housing has been incorporated into the scheme, nor has an open book exercise been undertaken which might justify a reduction of policy requirements. The proposal also fails to identify where the affordable housing properties would be provided in the scheme.