Planning appeal decision
5 Ashwood Close, Barnton, Northwich, CW8 4LY
Planning appeal 3306253 at 5 Ashwood Close, Barnton, Northwich, CW8 4LY (Cheshire West and Chester) was dismissed on 7 December 2022 by Inspector Seddon M, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the dwelling and surrounding area.
single storey side extension, single storey rear extension, front dormer, rear dormer
- Authority
- Cheshire West and Chester
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Seddon M
- Postcode
- CW8 4LY
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the dwelling and surrounding area
What decided it
The proposed front dormer would be an unduly prominent addition that would unbalance the semi-detached pair and the row of bungalows, conflicting with local plan policies requiring development to respect character and appearance.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- ENV6DM3DM21
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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