Planning appeal decision
6 Grimsdells Lane, Amersham, HP6 6HE
Planning appeal 3293513 at 6 Grimsdells Lane, Amersham, HP6 6HE (Buckinghamshire Council - Chiltern Area *) was dismissed on 21 November 2022 by Inspector Guest H, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area.
demolition of existing dwelling and outbuildings. Erection of two dwellings. New dropped kerb. Raised terraces to rear patios
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Guest H
- Postcode
- HP6 6HE
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area
- living conditions of the occupants of No. 8 Grimsdells Lane, with particular regard to outlook and light
- integrity of the Chiltern Beechwoods Special Area of Conservation
What decided it
The proposal would conflict with the Habitats Regulations because likely significant adverse effects on the Chiltern Beechwoods Special Area of Conservation cannot be ruled out and the required mitigation cannot be secured with sufficient certainty prior to granting permission.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy GC1Policy H3Policy CS20Policy GC2Policy GC3
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 12Paragraph 15
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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