®Planning appeal decision
81 Highgate Lane, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8AA
Planning appeal 3283021 at 81 Highgate Lane, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 8AA (Rushmoor Borough Council) was allowed on 2 February 2022 by Inspector Willmer P, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether the proposed development would serve to preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Farnborough Hill Conservation Area.
erection of two-storey side extension (following demolition of single storey side extension), a single storey rear extension, a single storey side extension, a roof extension comprising two rear dormers and four front roof lights, and creation of a second single vehicular cross over
- Authority
- Rushmoor Borough Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Willmer P
- Postcode
- GU14 8AA
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- Whether the proposed development would serve to preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Farnborough Hill Conservation Area
What decided it
The unique design and setting of the property within the street scene, combined with the set-back position and diminutive scale of the extensions relative to the host property, meant the proposed development would not cause material harm to the conservation area's character and appearance.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy HE1Policy HE3Policy DE1Rushmore Local Plan 2014-2032Rushmore Local Plan Supplementary Planning Document - Home Improvements and Extensions
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.
See how each was appliedThe decision letter
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