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Split Decision28 February 20223285015

9 Main Street, Barrow, Oakham, LE15 7PE

Planning appeal 3285015 at 9 Main Street, Barrow, Oakham, LE15 7PE (Rutland County Council) was allowed in part (a split decision) on 28 February 2022 by Inspector Hendley D, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the building.

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
Postcode
LE15 7PE

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.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy CS19Policy SP15Extensions to Dwellings Supplementary Planning Document (2015)

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