9 Main Street, Barrow, OAKHAM, LE15 7PE

the conversion of existing front elevation roof window into a pitched roof dormer window. Installation of heat pump to rear. Modification of existing rear extension to incorporate a masonry and glass upper storey with solar panels on the south facing pitch. Access to the proposed non habitable area to be via existing door from lounge. The existing roof lantern will be retained

Authority: Rutland County Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Hendley D

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the building
The living conditions of the occupiers of 8 Main Street by way of privacy
Matters arising from the proposed heat pump

What decided it

The unacceptable effect of the proposed rear extension on the character and appearance of the building, which would be a markedly discordant element that did not sit comfortably with the existing dwelling.

Plan policies cited: Policy CS19, Policy SP15, Extensions to Dwellings Supplementary Planning Document (2015)

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