46 Hickmans Lane, Lindfield, HAYWARDS HEATH, RH16 2BY

extension to first floor over existing rear ground floor extension. Conversion and extension of loft area over proposed first floor extension to form additional living accommodation

Authority: Mid Sussex District Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Lawrence E

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the street scene
The effect of the proposal on the living conditions of the occupiers of 48 Hickmans Lane, with particular regard to visual impact, privacy, daylight and sunlight

What decided it

The proposed bathroom windows positioned directly opposite the side bedroom window of No.48 would result in significant and unacceptable harm to the living conditions of the neighbouring occupiers through intrusive visual impact on privacy and outlook.

Framework references: 12, 125, 130

Plan policies cited: DP26, DG49, DG51, DG52, DG45

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