Projects
A selection of our past, present and future projects
Nationwide Site Appraisals
From single plots to large-scale major developments
Hundreds of site assessments and appraisals undertaken to assess the risks, issues and likelihood of permission for various levels of development. These range from replacement dwellings to residential developments of 600 houses or more.
An assessment of prevailing planning policies and the local area is required as well as delving into the history of the site and the future development of surrounding land. This gives confidence progressing with a project and forms a large part of works undertaken at DPAD ltd.
Rural Derbyshire
5,000sq.ft extension and remodelling of substantial country home.
The brief is to create a large wing to the rear of the house for additional living space, a leisure complex and remodelling of the existing property to create a super luxury mansion of over 15,000sq.ft.
New security gates and fencing also required next to a Grade I Listed church.
Stapenhill, Burton
Bespoke Riverside Home
Application to establish a larger bespoke dwelling on the banks of the River Trent. Exceptional modern design with large garage with boat store, workshop and mezzanine. Built on stilts to avoid the very worst floods the house is designed to provide safe accommodation for young family and their needs.
Rural Staffordshire
Barn Conversion Alterations
A very well converted barn required some amendments to draw in more light and make the habitable rooms more comfortable. Maintaining the rural aesthetic whilst providing for the needs of the client required a balance.
Cleadon, South Tyneside
Modernisation and extension of substantial Victorian property
Situated in the heart of an attractive conservation area there was a requirement to create tasteful extensions and alteration to suit the client's expectations. The floor space was significantly increased to provide everything an luxury modern property requires. Planning policy was very prescriptive but through careful justification the scheme was approved.
Spondon, Derby
Renovations and Change of Use of Grade I Listed Building and Grade II Coach House
Significant renovations are required to this Grade I building which is noted as one of the finest properties in Derbyshire. This is married to a change of use planning application to secure the long term protection of the building and its surroundings.
Charnwood, Leicestershire
Significant renovations of Grade II Listed Building
This listed building was in dire need of renovation with only 50% being habitable and the other half not modernised since the turn of the early 20th Century. The desire was to get the building to a fully habitable state ready for modern living.
Newbold Coleorton, Leicestershire
Housing development for 12 dwellingson site of former stone works
The site had laid dormant for some time and presented an ideal opportunity for redevelopment of a brownfield site. This was outside the limits to development so significant justification was required to satisfy the Local Planning Authority in order to grant permission. Complicated by employment uses, ecology, archaeology and contamination.
Now onto Phase II for a further seven dwellings with questions over status of previously developed land and the site's archaeological legacy.
Rural Darlington
Equestrian Development
Large field complex with some run-down stables in need of investment. Brief is to maximise site for equestrian uses and have a state of the art, elite riding centre to build a solid and viable enterprise with the aims of future expansion.
Erewash Wetlands
Leisure and Residential Complex in Flood Plain and Green Belt
A site with many challenges; being an existing hositality business nestles in the middle of a flood plain and within the green belt the challenge of overcoming principle is paramount. The goal is to provide a nationally recognised leisure and hositality attraction with a smattering of residential units in a waterside location.
Rural Staffordshire
Large country house subdivided
The property was too large for the needs of the owners so the house was successfully and discreetly sub-divided to create an additional unit. Successfully granted through Planning Committee with minimal condition.
Rural Staffordshire
International Quality Equestrian Facility
Situated in rolling countryside there was a desire to create a riding centre of Olympic quality adjacent to a significant property. Stabling and riding areas were required to an exceptional standard.
Ormesby, Redcar and Cleveland
Replacement Dwelling
Client had a large plot of land with a small, substandard house. A full redesign with significant extension was required. The site was in an area where development is normally resisted by the Local Planning Authority so a lot of effort went into the justification of the scheme. The scheme was refused twice but won at Appeal. Under Construction as of July 2019.
Ormesby, Redcar and Cleveland
Landscaping Scheme
Following approval, a landscaping was required to discharge conditions. The scheme includes parking, patios, tree removal and retention, ecological areas, wildflower planting, art work and screening.
Hartlepool, Teesside
Four Backland Dormer Bungalows
A large property had an extensive rear garden backing onto allotments. The garden could accommodate a large number of dwellings to to maintain suitable amenity space for all four salubrious dormer bungalows were considered the right solution. With integral garages, an excellent build quality and an open plan living space these proeprties sold before the foundations were finished.
Ibstock, Leicestershire
New Dwelling; Successful at Appeal
Proposals to replace a garage with a dwelling were refused by the Local Planning Authority despite best efforts to push for an approval. Following an Appeal, the Planning Inspector sided in our favour allowing the development of a modest bungalow to help boost land values and provide much needed smaller accommodation for the local area.
Moor Meadow Road, Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield
Two storey side and front extensions
More space was required for growing family needs; two additional bedroom, larger bathroom, new ensuite to master bedroom, improved front entrance and gallery, and larger garage.
Hurworth, Darlington
House remodel
A remodel of an outdated bungalow. The client wanted more space, and more kerb appeal. The local area had a standard design so deviation too far from the norm was not possible but the end result worked well and enhances the property no end whilst providing the client enough room for his growing family and future needs.
Newhall, Swadlincote
Three houses
Vacant plot of land with good access and services. Client wants to maximise potential of site. Planning permission granted June 2019.
Marske, Redcar and Cleveland
Removal of Horticultural Tie & Enforcement Challenge
A former nurseries was failing to sell owing to a horticultural tie but the use had ceased many years ago. An application was submitted to remove the tie and allow normal occupancy but was met with resistance from the Council and they decided to serve a Breach of Condition Notice and Enforcement Notice; not the done thing when an application has been submitted to regularise the situation and the serving of both notices showed a lack of understanding on their part. The notices were subsequently appealed, the Council backed down and the permission for the removal of the tie was issued.
Hartburn, Stockton
New house in garden
A sizeable residence required an additional house in the garden. Separation distance, landscaping and design were all balanced to create new house that fit perfectly within the local context.
Middleton, Darlington
Rear Extension
A detached bungalow in need of additional space. Original idea of side extension would block out too much light and result in a narrow unusable space; a rear extension replacing one of the garages was the next best fit so a variety of designs are proposed to see which would appeal he most to the client.
Tow Law, Co. Durham
6 Self Build Executive Properties and Listed Building Conversion
A plot was acquired adjacent to a new estate and the main road running through Tow Law. The brief was to establish up to 6 large dwellings fronting the main road whilst preserving the character of the Grade II Listed Auction Mart. Planing permission was achieved through the use of design code to help steer the self builders to create properties with a unified theme but individual character whilst maintaining the character and setting of the Listed building.
The Listed Auction Mart was a challenge as it was decaying, had bats and was not conducive to modern living but a solution was found that sensitively integrated a garage and everything required for a 21st century house. Open plan ground floor with mezzanine above for bedroom spaces.
Barmpton, Darlington
Extension to Listed Building
Two rear extensions on the rear of a partially Listed barn conversion. Several concepts prepared to see what would work best for the client. Interesting project with high quality at its heart.
Norton, Stockton
Internal Renovations
Listed building in need of modernisation and innovative solutions. The Local Planning Department are resistant to change but discussions are progressing to enable the property to be extraordinary.
Eston, Cleveland
Development of 16 Dwellings
Scheme for the erection of 16 dwellings on a parcel of scrub land close to the town centre.
Swadlincote, South Derbyshire
Extension and modernisation of modest bungalow
Situated on a quiet lane with jaw dropping views there is a desire to maximise the potential of this property and plot taking advantage of the vistas across the rolling Derbyshire landscape. Expect to see a modernised appearance with rooms in the roof and floor to ceiling glazing.
