DC/086433Planning Application DC/086433

Installation of air source heat pump within 1 metre of boundary. Based on advice from the installer (Evergreen Energy) the required location of the heat pump is within 1 metre of the boundary fence with number 92 Parsonage Road. The only alternative location that would provide sufficient airflow etc for effective performance would be at the bottom end of the garden, requiring a long trench to be dug through the garden and a long run of pipework which would also impact performance. The proposed model selected (Samsung EHS Monobloc 16kw) has been selected for both performance and its compact size (with a footprint of 940mm x 330mm, and a height of 1420mm). The proposed site of the heat pump is in a 'utility' area, where wheelie bins are currently stored, screened from street view by the front fence, and close to the location of the hot water tank and existing central heating pipework. The noise from the heat pump should be minimal (equivalent to the hum of a refrigerator), and the location is not in close proximity to living/sleeping areas of next door. I have discussed the proposed location of the heat pump with the neighbours at number 92 and they are supportive.

DC/086433