Syers Lane, Beeston, Norfolk, PE32 2NJ

two pairs of semi-detached, three bedroomed properties

Authority: Breckland Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Brownless E

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

whether the appeal site is a suitable location for residential development having regard to the settlement strategy of the development plan
the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the surrounding area with particular regard to hedgerow

What decided it

The proposal's location outside the settlement boundary and its significant adverse effect on character and appearance through hedgerow loss and built form intensification, combined with the failure to secure affordable housing, conflict with the development plan which is up-to-date and carries full weight.

the modest benefits of housing delivery and community support were insufficient to outweigh the significant conflict with the development plan

Framework references: 72, 149, 85, 11

Plan policies cited: Policy HOU 04, Policy GEN 05, Policy HOU 14, Policy GEN 01, Policy ENV 06

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Heritage. Listed buildings by grade and distance, conservation areas, scheduled monuments, registered parks and gardens, heritage at risk.
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