54 Leatherhead Road, ASHTEAD, SURREY, KT21 2SY

roof ridge height raised and roof pitch increased to allow additional bedrooms and bathrooms a chalet bungalow style. Creation of two front dormers and expansion of entrance porch and raising to same height as front dormers. Creation of rear box dormer with double Juliet balconies to rear bedrooms

Authority: Mole Valley District Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Lawrence E

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the existing dwelling and its setting
The effect of the proposal on the living conditions of the occupiers of 52 and 56 Leatherhead Road, with particular regard to visual impact

What decided it

The existing dwelling's poor condition and lack of architectural merit, combined with the diverse character of the locality featuring prominent gables and dormers, meant the proposal would improve rather than harm the character and appearance of the dwelling and its setting whilst not materially affecting neighbouring living conditions.

Framework references: 130

Plan policies cited: ENV22, ENV32, CS14

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