Controversial plan to build middle floor flat extension on steel 'stilts' is booted out

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South Ayrshire Council has booted out proposals to build an extension onto the side of a middle floor flat in Prestwick.The proposals related to a first floor property at 20 Marina Road, where the applicant, Colin Forrest, sought permission to build his extension.According to planning papers, the applicant sought the green light to build a single storey extension to suit mid-level only.

The extension would be raised to first floor level via steel posts.However, a flurry of 10 objections were lodged with the local authority, voicing numerous concerns over the scheme.Some objectors claimed the extension would be “out of character” with the existing building and wider locale, while others claimed it would cause a loss of view.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now.Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus crisis – at your fingertips 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories while you can customise your page with the sections that matter to you.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now on iOS and Android.The were concerns over the safety of the structure too.In refusing the application council papers said: “It is considered that the proposed extension would have a detrimental impact on the character of the building, creating an imbalance to what is currently a symmetrical detached property, and also be finished in materials which do not match or complement the existing property.“Furthermore, the extension shall not respect the form and style of the existing property due to being visually incongruous and uncharacteristic of the property and locale.“Additionally, as the extension shall be sited in a prominent