14 Chorley Avenue, Saltdean, BRIGHTON, BN2 8AQ

a Loft Conversion: Roof alterations incorporating raising of roof ridge height to create a usable space with a balcony to the front elevation; 4 rear rooflights and associated alterations

Authority: Brighton and Hove City Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Andrews M

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host building and the Chorley Avenue street scene
the effect on the living conditions for neighbouring occupiers as regards outlook, privacy and noise & disturbance

What decided it

The proposal would fundamentally harm the character and appearance of the host building and street scene through poor design, incongruous height relative to neighbours, and a top-heavy dormer that would disrupt the established stepped ridgeline rhythm of Chorley Avenue.

Framework references: 12

Plan policies cited: Policy QD14, Policy CP12

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