Trafford Design Code


COMPLIANCE REPORT


The design code element has been adequately addressed

The design code element has not been adequately addressed in the design and the applicant is able to justify the reasoning for this or demonstrate how an alternative response would create a more positive outcome

The design code element is mandatory but has not been adequately addressed in the design which may lead to the application being refused


17 Bridgewater Road, Timperley



Form and Profile


How does the form and profile of house reflect the surrounding context

The type, form and scale matches houses in the surrounding area

The house follows an existing building line

The roof reflects houses in the surrounding area


Does the house create an interesting form and profile

The form of house creates depth and articulation

The entrance is clearly articulated and expressed as integral part of design


Does the internal layout create a pleasant living condition

Layout protects privacy of inhabitants and neighbours

Noise transmission between habitable rooms has been mitigated

Floor to ceiling height is over 2.5m for at 75% of the gross internal area

Two living spaces provided, both with external windows

Layout does not optimise daylight and sunlight entering house The applicant must provide reason why a layout that could not optimise natural light was not achieveable

Layout does not maximise cross ventilation between openable windows. The applicant must demonstrate why cross ventilation was not possible or desirable and explain how an alternative response was chosen

Two living spaces have not been provided, or do not have external windows. The applicant must demonstrate why two living spaces could not be achieved and what an alternative response to living spaces has been provided

Not all room sizes comply with National Described Space Standards. Not reaching housing space standards may lead to a refusal of application unless can be justified how spaces could not be achieved.

Permeable paving options