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Dismissed21 September 20213277810

51 Copperfields, Fetcham, Leatherhead, KT22 9PA

Planning appeal 3277810 at 51 Copperfields, Fetcham, Leatherhead, KT22 9PA (Mole Valley District Council) was dismissed on 21 September 2021 by Inspector Clark J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposed rear dormer on the character and appearance of the area.

proposed rear dormer to create loft conversion with 3 No dormers to front elevation. Alterations to existing rear conservatory

Authority
Mole Valley District Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Clark J
Postcode
KT22 9PA

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • the effect of the proposed rear dormer on the character and appearance of the area

What decided it

The bulk and size of the proposed rear dormer would overwhelm the existing roof and make the house appear top-heavy and prominent, conflicting with policies requiring extensions to retain the character and style of the existing property.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Core Strategy Policy CS 14Local Plan Policy ENV32

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