Ms Sarah J. Foster, of 51 Maison Dieu, Richmond, received the green light for her proposal on January 13.
The decision document confirms that the wooden summerhouse, which will stand a maximum of 2.5m tall, will be constructed in the north-east corner of her garden.
North Yorkshire Council’s decision was based on the proposal being deemed lawful under Section 192 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, as amended.
It also meets the criteria set out in The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015, Schedule 2, Part 1, Class E.
This means the summerhouse is considered incidental to the enjoyment of a dwelling house.
Proposals, submitted with various supporting documents, state the summerhouse will be 5m x 3m in size and equipped with electricity, Wi-Fi, and a cold water supply.
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The structure will be hidden from public view, shielded by mature trees and hedges, and situated 40m from the neighbouring property at 53 Maison Dieu.
The summerhouse’s construction will consider minimally invasive foundation options, including ground pegs or shallow floating concrete.
The proposal emphasises its sympathetic approach to the surrounding environment, pledging to use wooden cladding in keeping with the natural setting and to protect the site’s trees during construction.
The plans also stress minimising impact on neighbours and the local conservation area.
The summerhouse’s approval is contingent on adhering to the specific plans submitted and the described location.
The lawfulness of the proposal is conclusively presumed, provided no material change occurs before construction begins.
Ms Foster sought informal advice from the local planning authority in October, who suggested applying for a Certificate of Lawfulness to confirm that planning permission was not required.