Land East Of Rye Cottage, Larks Lane, Great Waltham, Chelmsford, CM3 1DT

proposed erection of two residential dwellings and associated works including a new vehicular access

Authority: Chelmsford Borough Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Wallace J

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the development on the character and appearance of the area, including the effect on the setting of nearby listed buildings
whether the site is a suitable location for development with particular regard to access to services by means of transport other than the private car

What decided it

The adverse effect on the character and appearance of the area caused by the cramped layout of the proposed dwellings, which would be incongruous and at odds with the established rural character of Larks Lane, was not outweighed by any material considerations of sufficient weight.

the limited benefits of housing delivery and economic benefits did not outweigh the adverse effect on character and appearance

Framework references: 202, 105

Plan policies cited: Policy DM8, Policy DM9

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