Planning appeal decision
234 Horseshoe Lane, Watford, WD25 7JQ
Planning appeal 3270375 at 234 Horseshoe Lane, Watford, WD25 7JQ (Watford Borough Council) was allowed on 21 June 2021 by Inspector Marshall E, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The impact of the proposal upon the character and appearance of the host and neighbouring properties and surrounding area.
demolition of existing first floor rear extension and side garage. Installation of a new hipped to gable habitable roof with rear dormer, addition of new front pitched roof feature and the erection of a part two storey, part single story side and rear extension. New roof over porch and window bays
- Authority
- Watford Borough Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Marshall E
- Postcode
- WD25 7JQ
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The impact of the proposal upon the character and appearance of the host and neighbouring properties and surrounding area
What decided it
The presence of similar crown roof forms on immediately adjacent properties and the appropriate integration of the side extension through stepping and separation meant the proposal would not be detrimental to character and appearance despite exceeding some SPD guidance.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy UD1SPD paragraphs 8.2SPD paragraphs 8.3
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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