88 Smarts Lane, LOUGHTON, IG10 4BS

part single and part double front/side and rear extensions, and loft conversion with front/side and rear dormers. Amendment to EPF/1022/19 – Rear first floor terrace with glass balustrade

Authority: Epping Forest District Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Bell-Williamson J

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed terrace on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and surrounding area
Its effect on the living conditions of the occupiers of No 90 Smarts Lane, with regard to outlook and privacy, and on other nearby occupiers of properties on Smarts Lane and High Beech Road, with regard to privacy

What decided it

The proposed terrace would result in unacceptable harm to both the character and appearance of the area and the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers through loss of privacy and overbearing outlook.

Framework references: 48

Plan policies cited: CP2, CP7, DBE10, DBE9, DM9, DM10

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