®Planning appeal decision
Land Rear of 89 Locks Ride, Bracknell, SL5 8QZ
the construction of 9 no dwellings with associated garages, parking, access and landscaping
- Authority
- Bracknell Forest Borough Council
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Evans J
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area, including the impact upon protected trees
- Whether the location of the site is suitable for residential development
What decided it
The unacceptable harm to the character and appearance of the area through the impact on protected trees and mature trees that form a defining feature of the locality, which significantly and demonstrably outweighs the benefits of housing delivery.
The social benefit of seven dwellings and moderate economic benefits from construction and future residents' contribution to the local economy, together with environmental benefits from landscaping, were outweighed by the significant environmental harm arising from unacceptable impact on trees that contribute positively to the character and appearance of the area.
Framework references: 11
Plan policies cited: Policy EN8, Policy H5, Policy CS1, Policy CS2, Policy CS9, Policy EN1, Policy CS14, Policy EN3
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