Oldfield Park, Bath - Four Residential Dwellings

Key Skills: Pre-application advice

Category: Residential Development

Loss of poor quality tree

LPA: Bath & North East Somerset Council

The Project

The site originally comprised a single bungalow, however the overall size of the site presented an opportunity to optimise development potential. We advised on a scheme for the demolition of the bungalow and redevelopment of the site to deliver four dwellings, supported through pre-application discussions with the Council.

A key constraint was a large tree within the front garden which significantly limited the layout. Following advice from a specialist arboricultural consultant, it was confirmed that the tree was in poor condition, had a limited lifespan and was unlikely to warrant protection.

Working alongside a well-regarded Bath-based architect, a high-quality scheme for a terrace of four dwellings, with parking to the rear, was developed. Positive pre-application advice was received and outline planning permission was subsequently granted in February 2025.

A reserved matters application has now been submitted and is currently under consideration by the Council.