Planning appeal decision
Fromewood, Frenchay Hill, Frenchay, BS16 1LS
Planning appeal 3276795 at Fromewood, Frenchay Hill, Frenchay, BS16 1LS (South Gloucestershire Council) was allowed on 5 January 2022 by Inspector Pipkin R, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether or not the proposed development would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Frenchay Conservation Area.
Erection of front porch. Erection of single storey side and rear and first floor rear extensions to form additional living accommodation. Installation of a dormer and an increase in roof height to facili tate loft conversion.’ without complying with a condition attached to planning permission Ref P20/18696/F, dated 11 December 2020
- Authority
- South Gloucestershire Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Pipkin R
- Postcode
- BS16 1LS
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- Whether or not the proposed development would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Frenchay Conservation Area
What decided it
The proposed extension, being single-storey with modest height and hipped roof, would appear subservient to the host property and would result in a form of development commonplace throughout the conservation area, thus preserving its character and appearance.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy PSP1Policy PSP17Policy CS1Policy CS9
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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