Hazelmere Chapel Lane, Tiptree, COLCHESTER, CO5 0HR

described in the application form as “development of 2 detached bungalows each with a single garage and retention of existing two storey dwelling

Authority: Colchester Borough Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Shrimplin R

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the surroundings
The effect of the proposed development on the residential amenities of neighbours (whether unacceptable harm would be caused by disturbance)
Whether the scheme would provide satisfactory living conditions for occupiers of the proposed new bungalows

What decided it

The scheme would be cramped in character and appearance, cause disturbance to neighbours, and fail to provide satisfactory living conditions for new occupiers due to inadequate space, poor layout, and excessive overlooking, constituting overdevelopment that conflicts with national and local planning policies.

Framework references: 12

Plan policies cited: Policy H1, Policy H2, Policy H3, Policy SP1, Policy ENV1, Policy UR2, Policy DP1, Policy DP12, Policy DP16

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