21 Lawn Close, Torquay, TQ2 8JZ

extension to west wing, demolition and reconstruction of east wing. New roof with raised ridge height to accommodate loft conversion. Construction of glazed link to annex, and demolition of existing garage (as revised by plans received 14 September 2021) without complying with a condition attached to planning permission Ref P/2021/0319, dated 16 September 2021

Authority: Torbay Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Fish A

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect that the revised design would have on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the surrounding area

What decided it

The addition of two further gables to the front elevation would significantly increase visual mass and compete with rather than integrate into the surrounding development, causing harmful effects to character and appearance contrary to the development plan.

Framework references: 130, 134

Plan policies cited: Policy DE1, Policy DE5, Policy TH8

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