22 Osprey Gardens, BOGNOR REGIS, PO22 9QG

erection of dwelling

Authority: Arun District Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Reid J

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect that the proposed development would have on the character and appearance of the surrounding area
the integrity of the Pagham Harbour Special Protection Area (SPA)

What decided it

The harm to character and appearance caused by the loss of spaciousness, inappropriate parking arrangement, and inadequate private garden space would significantly and demonstrably outweigh the benefits of housing delivery and efficient land use.

the harm to character and appearance significantly and demonstrably outweighed the benefits of housing delivery, efficient land use, and economic benefits, even accounting for the Council's inability to demonstrate a 5-year housing land supply

Plan policies cited: Policy D SP1, Policy D DM1, Policy QE SP1, Policy T SP1, Policy HDQ6, Policy HDQ8, Policy ENV DM2

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Heritage. Listed buildings by grade and distance, conservation areas, scheduled monuments, registered parks and gardens, heritage at risk.
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