Planning application
23/02606/HHOLD
61 Hillside Banstead Surrey SM7 1ES
Proposal
Single storey rear and side extension, including excavation work to the steep gradient rear garden to form terraces, first floor side extension. As amended on 05/01/2024
As published by the council, reference 23/02606/HHOLD
Timeline
Dates from the published record
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15 Dec 2023
Received by Reigate and Banstead
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9 Feb 2024
Decision issued: Approved with Conditions
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3 Aug 2026
Added to PlanIndex
What a grant of permission means
The process from here
Permission has been granted, usually subject to conditions listed on the decision notice, some of which must be discharged before work starts. The decision notice on the council portal sets out exactly what was approved.
Work must normally begin within three years of the decision or the permission lapses. Neighbours cannot appeal a grant; challenging one means judicial review of how the decision was made, within tight time limits.
About householder applications
How this application type works
Householder applications cover work to an existing house and its garden: extensions, loft and garage conversions, porches, outbuildings and similar alterations within the boundary of the home. They cannot be used to create a separate dwelling or change what the building is used for. Councils aim to decide them within eight weeks, and immediate neighbours are usually notified and given a chance to comment.
Nearby applications
Within 500 metres
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26/01055/HHOLD Awaiting decision
63 Hillside Banstead Surrey SM7 1ES
Proposed single storey side and rear extension with porch
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23/02404/TPO Refused
13A Hillside Close Banstead Surrey SM7 1ET
T1 1 Beech tree: Clean to remove all dead, diseased, or crossing branches, thin 10% of the live branches throughout the canopy to allow more light and air penetration throughout the canopy/ reduce crown density/ reduce the risk of limb, stem or root failure due to sail effect, reduce the Height and Spread by approx 2.5 - 3m to balance and shape, raise the height of the lower branches to 4.5m in order to provide sunlight penetration to the understory and provide clearance Reasons: Proximity to Property and Structural Concerns: The tree's close proximity to the patio raises concerns for the structural integrity of the building. Its biased lean and protruding buttress roots could potentially threaten the stability of nearby structures. Light Access: The tree significantly blocks natural light, affecting not only the living conditions within my property but also the health of other vegetation in the area. Maintenance and Aesthetics: Regular pruning and maintenance are crucial to control the size of the tree, ensuring its health and aesthetic appeal. This is in line with the objective to preserve the tree for its ecological and visual benefits. Impact on Neighboring Gardens: The tree's extensive canopy and root system are suppressing the growth in neighboring gardens, affecting the biodiversity and enjoyment of these outdoor spaces. Safety Concerns: Given its size and lean, there is a potential risk of branches falling, especially during adverse weather conditions, posing a safety hazard. Biodiversity and Ecological Balance: Pruning the tree will not only benefit the structural and aesthetic aspects but also promote a healthier ecological balance, allowing for increased sunlight and space for other species to thrive.
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24/00117/TPO Granted
13A Hillside Close Banstead Surrey SM7 1ET
T1 1 Beech tree: crown lift to leave 4.5 metre clearance by removing low pendulous branches back to their point of origin. Reduce the lateral spread by approximately 2 metres from the aspect where the branches are growing towards the property only Proximity to Property and Structural Concerns: The tree's close proximity to the patio raises concerns for the structural integrity of the building. Its biased lean and protruding buttress roots could potentially threaten the stability of nearby structures. Light Access: The tree significantly blocks natural light, affecting not only the living conditions within my property but also the health of other vegetation in the area. Maintenance and Aesthetics: Regular pruning and maintenance are crucial to control the size of the tree, ensuring its health and aesthetic appeal. This is in line with the objective to preserve the tree for its ecological and visual benefits. Impact on Neighboring Gardens: The tree's extensive canopy and root system are suppressing the growth in neighboring gardens, affecting the biodiversity and enjoyment of these outdoor spaces. Safety Concerns: Given its size and lean, there is a potential risk of branches falling, especially during adverse weather conditions, posing a safety hazard. Biodiversity and Ecological Balance: Pruning the tree will not only benefit the structural and aesthetic aspects but also promote a healthier ecological balance, allowing for increased sunlight and space for other species to thrive.
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26/00841/F Awaiting decision
Land Adjacent To 3 Hillside Close Banstead Surrey SM7 1ET
Construction of a single detached dwellinghouse. As amended on 01/07/2026.
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23/01877/TPO Refused
13A Hillside Close Banstead Surrey SM7 1ET
T1 1 Beech tree: Clean to remove all dead, diseased, or crossing branches, thin 10% of the live branches throughout the canopy to allow more light and air penetration throughout the canopy/ reduce crown density/ reduce the risk of limb, stem or root failure due to sail effect, reduce the Height and Spread by approx 2.5 - 3m to balance and shape, raise the height of the lower branches to 4.5m in order to provide sunlight penetration to the understory and provide clearance Reason: Routine maintenance
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26/00766/HHOLD Granted
99 Hillside Banstead Surrey SM7 1EZ
Proposed single-storey rear infill extension and garage conversion.
Other householder applications
In Reigate and Banstead
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26/00977/HHOLD Granted
Compton 3 New North Road Reigate Surrey RH2 8LZ
Two storey rear and side extension with alterations and enlargement of roof.
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26/00963/HHOLD Refused
Krishna Kunj 38 Park Lane East Reigate Surrey RH2 8HN
Retrospective application for a porch with parapet and doorway at first floor to access porch roof. The porch is already built. Minor works/finishing and installation of few things is incomplete.
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26/00766/HHOLD Granted
99 Hillside Banstead Surrey SM7 1EZ
Proposed single-storey rear infill extension and garage conversion.
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26/00799/HHOLD Granted
5 Fairlawn Drive Redhill Surrey RH1 6JP
Erection of a timber framed garden office.
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26/00797/HHOLD Granted
79 Preston Manor Road Tadworth Surrey KT20 5FB
Rear infill extension and partial garage conversion.