3 Trefusis Place, EXMOUTH, EX8 2AR

Loft conversion to a habitable use, changes to external elevation finishes with alteration to fenestration, replacement of existi ng conservatory with a garden room and alterations to Garden Annex with front extension and relocation of front door

Authority: East Devon District Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Fish A

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

Whether the proposal would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Conservation Area
The effect of the appeal proposal on the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers by virtue of overlooking

What decided it

The moderate harm to the Conservation Area's character and appearance, combined with the significant overlooking impact on neighbouring properties, could not be justified by any public benefits and conflicted with the development plan.

Framework references: 205, 206, 208

Plan policies cited: Policy D1, Policy EN10, Policy EB1, Policy EB2

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