Landram, 53 Haroldslea Drive, HORLEY, RH6 9DT

part single storey/part double storey rear extension, double storey side extensions (east and west side), roof extension to incorporate habitable space with 2no. feature glazed dormers and front porch

Authority: Reigate and Banstead Borough Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Miles H

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area with particular regard to the proposed roof and trees
The effect on the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers with particular regard to any overbearing impact to 55 Haroldslea Drive
Whether the proposed development would reduce the impact of flooding

What decided it

The harmful effect on character and appearance caused by the awkward and oversized roof form, combined with the unacceptable overbearing impact on neighbouring living conditions, outweighed the limited benefits of the development.

The public and permanent environmental harm to character and appearance and living conditions of neighbours, contrary to the development plan, outweighed the limited social and economic benefits of the extended family dwelling.

Plan policies cited: Policy CS4 of the Reigate and Banstead Local Plan: Core Strategy July 2014, Policy DES1 of the Reigate and Banstead Local Plan Development Management Plan September 2019, Policy NHE3 of the Reigate and Banstead Local Plan Development Management Plan September 2019, Policy CCF2 of the Reigate and Banstead Local Plan Development Management Plan September 2019

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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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Flooding. Flood zones 2 and 3, surface water, and both again with climate change.
Transport. The 800 metre station catchment and service frequency, bus stops with their weekday frequency, the cycle network, and the Framework’s transport tests measured for the site.

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