Planning – Application Comments

Please refer to my comments on the application for The Old Rectory planning application. The comments are pertinent to both properties.
With reference to this property especially- I know that the last couple who lived in the cottage struggled to control the damp despite adding central heating and suspect that the cottage is now uninhabitable.

As an immediate neighbour in support of this application, following the comment from the Conservation Officer I felt the need to highlight some particular important points before the decision is made on this application.
The comment states 'there have been no new buildings built in the surrounding area', this is not true, my bungalow was built in 1968, which is directly opposite the Church, Rectory and Rectory Cottage. Almost all of the properties down Church Lane were built long after the Church and Rectory was built, many have also been modified and extended, some several times or have additional residential buildings within their grounds, this is in addition to farm buildings and a telephone mast all on the lane.
Apart from being terribly neglected previously, the Rectory and Cottage is not very orderly and does not give merit to what could be a lovely Georgian property. I would suggest this proposal will enhance the look of the property, with it's symmetry and quality Georgian appearance, giving the build a new lease of life.

I have lived in Ashwicken at my current address on Church lane, in close proximity of the Rectory for 36 years. Unfortunately the Old Rectory and it's surrounding buildings have not been maintained, so have fallen into disrepair and the gardens are extremely neglected. I feel the plans the new owners have submitted will do great justice and enhance the Old Rectory and the new building in place of the Old Rectory Cottage. I am so pleased they have chosen to keep the tradition of the building too. This building will be of no detriment to any of the neighbours and I can only see it will be of benefit to the area. The plans look amazing, I look forward to seeing it completed and am in full support of this application.

As near neighbours to the Rectory for the last 20 years it is fair to say that the Rectory & it's Cottage became increasingly neglected by the previous owners in terms of both the buildings and the gardens. The proposed plans by the new owners clearly reflect an ambition to bring the property back to its former glory. We cannot see how any aspect of the proposals will impact negatively on anyone living in Church Lane and accordingly we strongly support the application.
We would also wish the above comments to be applied to the application for 50 Church Lane.

I am in support of this application.
The design of the proposed properties looks very "in keeping" with the original Rectory.
These houses will have no impact on our house or any nearby property, except for improving the area. The replacement of the derelict cottage will definitely enhance the Old Rectory. The buildings and gardens are certainly in need of some care and attention. These plans proposed will certainly offer this. I look forward to seeing it completed.