18, Henniker Road, Ipswich, IP1 5HE

erection of 1no dwelling, a new vehicle access, dropped kerb and parking, and a 1.8m featherboard fence

Authority: Ipswich Borough Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Berry A

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the surrounding area
the living conditions of future occupiers, with particular reference to the dwelling's internal size
the integrity of the Stour and Orwell Estuaries Special Protection Area (SPA)

What decided it

The proposed development would significantly adversely affect the character and appearance of the surrounding area and would result in substandard living accommodation for future occupiers, contrary to the development plan.

the limited benefits of housing supply and accessibility did not outweigh the significant harm to character and appearance and the failure to meet space standards for future occupiers

Framework references: 130

Plan policies cited: Policy DM12, Policy DM17, Policy DM23

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