Windsor Road Redbridge IG1 1HG

1. Introduction This planning application is for retrospective planning permission to support the retention of the change of use of 45 Windsor Road from a single-family dwelling (Use Class C3) to a small House in Multiple Occupation (Use Class C4) for a maximum of six occupants. The property is located within the Redbridge Article 4 Direction area, and therefore, full planning permission is required to regularise this use. The application also includes one minor operational development: the insertion of a new window to the ground-floor flank wall, which is detailed in the accompanying Design & Access Statement. The work relating to this new window has not started. 2. Site Description 45 Windsor Road is a **three-storey** residential property situated in a predominantly residential area. The site is currently in use as an HMO and provides adequate internal space to accommodate the proposed six individuals. 3. Proposed Development & Works The internal layout is suitable for HMO use, and the existing rooms will be utilised as bedrooms and shared communal spaces (kitchen, living area, bathrooms). The bedroom sizes (sqm) are: Room 1 - 13.5, Room 2 - 13.5, Room 3 - 14.5, Room 4 - 7.91 & Room 5 - 16.65. Room 3 will accommodate 2 persons. The proposal includes **one minor external alteration** to enhance the amenity of the ground floor communal space: *Insertion of a new window in the ground floor flank (side) elevation. **This alteration is detailed in the accompanying Design and Access Statement (DAS, Section 3.0.2)** and is subject to the following specification to maintain residential amenity and building character: *Materials: To be of **similar appearance to those used in the construction of the exterior of the existing dwellinghouse. * Amenity Control: To prevent overlooking, the window will feature **obscure glazing** and will be installed such that any opening portion is set at a **minimum of 1.7 metres above the finished floor level**. 4. Planning Context and Compliance The application is submitted as a full planning application in accordance with local planning requirements due to the **Article 4 Direction**. The proposal ensures high-quality living conditions and safety, as demonstrated by the accompanying documents: - Planning Fire Safety Strategy (PFSS): Committing to a **BS 5839 Part 6:2019 LD2 Grade A** fire detection system. - HMO Management Plan: Detailing monthly inspections and a robust tenant management regime. - Waste Management Plan: Confirming adequate provision of refuse and recycling facilities in accordance with Council standards. 5. Conclusion The proposed change of use from C3 to C4 is modest in scale and is designed to provide high-quality, fully compliant accommodation for six individuals. The minor external alteration to the flank window is carefully controlled to prevent any adverse impact on neighbour amenity or the character of the street scene. We respectfully request that planning permission be granted.

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