Land to the rear of Hill Path, 19 Pilgrims Way, Guildford, Surrey, GU4 8AD

formation of vehicular access and erection of a two storey dwelling on land to the rear of 19 Pilgrims Way with associated parking and landscaping

Authority: Guildford Borough Council
Appeal type: householder · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Edwards S

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area
The effect of the proposal on the living conditions of existing and future occupiers of no 19 Pilgrims Way, with particular regard to outlook

What decided it

The proposal would harmfully erode the character and appearance of the area by introducing an incongruous and disproportionate dwelling that fails to reflect the spacious suburban character and prevailing pattern of development in the locality.

Framework references: 12, 130

Plan policies cited: Policy D1 of the Guildford Borough Local Plan: Strategy and Sites 2015-2034, Saved Policy G5 of the Guildford Borough Local Plan 2003, Saved Policies G1(3) and H4 of the Guildford Borough Local Plan 2003

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