Planning appeal decision
7 Austen Road, Guildford, GU1 3NW
Planning appeal 3282872 at 7 Austen Road, Guildford, GU1 3NW (Guildford Borough Council) was dismissed on 7 January 2022 by Inspector Clark J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether the proposal preserves or enhances the character or appearance of the Waterden Road Conservation Area.
extensions to existing dwelling including a two storey side extension, a single storey rear extension, alterations to the on-site parking and replacement windows; all together with minor internal alterations
- Authority
- Guildford Borough Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Clark J
- Postcode
- GU1 3NW
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- Whether the proposal preserves or enhances the character or appearance of the Waterden Road Conservation Area
What decided it
The proposed roof arrangement would appear contrived and incongruous, detracting from the character and appearance of the Waterden Road Conservation Area in conflict with Policies D3 and HE7.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy D3Policy HE7
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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