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Allowed1 November 20213275418

14 Bench Tor Close, Torquay, TQ2 7SH

Planning appeal 3275418 at 14 Bench Tor Close, Torquay, TQ2 7SH (Torbay Council) was allowed on 1 November 2021 by Inspector Spencer-Peet A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area and the host building.

a loft conversion with rear flat roof dormer

Authority
Torbay Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Spencer-Peet A
Postcode
TQ2 7SH

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area and the host building

What decided it

The rear location of the dormer, its visual containment within the roof slope, matching materials, and limited visibility from public views and neighbouring properties meant it would not harm the character and appearance of the dwelling or surrounding area.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy DE1Policy DE5Policy TH8Policy NC1

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