46 Taverham Road, Drayton, NORWICH, NR8 6RY

sub-division of rear garden for new detached bungalow and garage

Authority: Broadland District Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Other minor developments
Inspector: Price J

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area
the living conditions of occupiers of neighbouring dwellings, with particular regard to the level of noise and disturbance from increased vehicular activity

What decided it

The proposal would relate suitably to the character and appearance of the surrounding area and would not result in unacceptable living conditions for neighbouring residents, whilst making effective use of land and contributing to housing supply.

The benefits of effective use of land, meeting demand for single-storey accommodation and contributing to housing need outweighed the limited adverse effects on character and living conditions.

Framework references: 56

Plan policies cited: Policy 2 of the Core Strategy, Development Management Policy GC4, Policy 1A of the Drayton Neighbourhood Plan

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