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Dismissed15 August 20223298216

14 Queens Crescent, Clapham, Bedford, MK41 6DA

Planning appeal 3298216 at 14 Queens Crescent, Clapham, Bedford, MK41 6DA (Bedford Borough Council) was dismissed on 15 August 2022 by Inspector Colebourne S, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the dwelling and the area.

a two storey side extension and single storey rear extension following the demolition of existing garage

Authority
Bedford Borough Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Colebourne S
Postcode
MK41 6DA

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the dwelling and the area

What decided it

The proposed side extension, by reason of its siting, scale and design, would significantly harm the character and appearance of the dwelling and the area, contrary to development plan policies 28S, 29 and 30.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy 28SPolicy 29Policy 30

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