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Allowed31 August 20223294755

14 Orchard Road, Burpham, Guildford, GU4 7JH

Planning appeal 3294755 at 14 Orchard Road, Burpham, Guildford, GU4 7JH (Guildford Borough Council) was allowed on 31 August 2022 by Inspector Lawrence E, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character of the existing building, the character and context of Orchard Road and the character of the surrounding area.

extensions to and refurbishment of the retained 1902’s house. Demolition of the 1970’s detached garage, replaced with an annex

Authority
Guildford Borough Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Lawrence E
Postcode
GU4 7JH

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposal on the character of the existing building, the character and context of Orchard Road and the character of the surrounding area.

What decided it

The quality of the proposed design, which respects the original dwelling's historic and architectural form whilst being readily assimilated into its surroundings, ensures the development would make a positive contribution to the character and appearance of Orchard Road.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy G5Policy H8Policy D1Policy B-FD1Policy B-EN1
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 130

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