Barking and Dagenham Council Planning Applications Update

Key Points

• A range of planning applications have been submitted to Barking and Dagenham Council involving house extensions, care home conversions, tree management, and telecommunications upgrades.
• Applications include new rear extensions, dormer roof conversions, single-storey and two-storey additions, and lawful development certificates for various works.
• There is a proposed change of use for 51 Turnage Road, Dagenham, to a children’s care home for up to two residents.
• Telecommunications infrastructure upgrades are planned at Wigham House and Enterprise House in Barking.
• Several approvals for prior notifications of single-storey rear extensions ranging from 4.5 to 6 metres in length are among the applications.
• Applications also cover detailed submissions for conditions attached to previous planning consents and infrastructure expansions at Hunters Hall Primary School.

What are the latest planning applications submitted to Barking and Dagenham Council?

Barking and Dagenham Council has recently received a diverse array of planning applications reflecting ongoing housing, care, infrastructure, and community developments within the borough.

According to the official council submissions reviewed, several applications include proposals for rear extensions on residential properties at addresses such as 7 Lee Avenue in Chadwell Heath, 72 Hurstbourne Gardens in Barking, and 98 Hulse Avenue in Barking. These rear extensions range from single to two-storey developments, with some involving roof space conversions to habitable accommodation via L-shaped dormers and roof lights.

Further, lawful development certificates have been applied for at multiple locations, confirming permitted development rights for extensions and roof conversions. For example, the application at 7 Lee Avenue features an L-shaped rear dormer extension and two front roof lights, aimed at converting roof space into living accommodation.

Other notable proposals include the demolition of an existing garage at 47 East Road, Chadwell Heath, making way for a mixed two-storey and single-storey side extension plus additional front and rear extensions.

Are there any changes of use for properties in the planning round-up?

One significant application involves the change of use for 51 Turnage Road in Dagenham. The proposal seeks to convert the residential dwelling into a children’s care home, designated for up to two residents aged 8 to 17. The care home will operate with two rotating carers alongside a site manager, as detailed in planning reference 25/01629/FULL.

What upgrades are proposed for telecommunications infrastructure?

Infrastructure upgrades form part of the latest applications as well. At Wigham House, located at 16-30 Wakering Road, Barking, an existing telecommunications base station is proposed to be upgraded by replacing six antennas with new ones. Ancillary equipment cabinets are to remain, with supportive works to accompany the upgrade (Ref. 25/01622/COM).

Similarly, at the rooftop telecoms station on Enterprise House, Curzon Crescent, Barking, plans for development ancillary thereto have been submitted (Ref. 25/01619/COM), indicating ongoing enhancements to local telecommunications networks.

What tree works and community infrastructure applications have been submitted?

The council planning round-up includes an application for tree works at 1 Luke Allsopp Square, Dagenham, involving management of an oak tree and a dead sycamore, including crown reduction, lifting, and cleaning (Ref. 25/01615/TPO).

Additionally, community infrastructure improvements continue with a side extension proposed at Hunters Hall Primary School, Alibon Road, Dagenham. This work aims to provide an additional classroom and associated facilities, supporting educational capacity in the borough (Ref. 25/01613/FULL).

How does the council handle approvals and detailed submissions attached to previous consents?

Detailed submissions are part of ongoing project approvals within the borough. For instance, details for Condition 25 concerning internal layouts have been submitted for Phase 2 of the Fresh Wharf Estate development on Fresh Wharf Road, Barking (Ref. 25/01634/AOD).

Similarly, Bryson House at 131 Church Elm Lane, Dagenham, has submitted details related to Secured by Design conditions attached to recent planning consent 23/01560/VAR, reflecting adherence to design and security criteria required by the council (Ref. 25/01631/AOD).

What other notable residential extensions and redevelopments are proposed?

Several other residential developments and extension proposals feature in this round-up:

• At 43 Lindsey Road, Dagenham, a lawful development certificate application proposes a single-storey rear outbuilding combined with a hip-to-gable roof extension, rear dormer, and three front roof lights to convert roof space for residential use (Ref. 25/01632/CLUP).
• A new two-bedroom, two-storey dwelling is planned as a replacement for the demolition of an existing single-storey side extension at 18 Grosvenor Road, Dagenham (Ref. 25/01628/FULL).
• First-floor rear extensions are proposed for properties like 61 Waverley Gardens in Barking to expand living space within existing residential plots (Ref. 25/01624/HSE).

Barking and Dagenham Council’s latest planning applications reflect active development across residential expansion, care facility adaption, community infrastructure enhancement, and telecommunications upgrades. These projects signify the borough’s ongoing efforts to accommodate growth, improve local services, and modernise infrastructure. Stakeholders and residents can review full applications and details on the council’s public planning portal to stay informed of local changes and opportunities.