Brackenfields, Southampton Road, Boldre, Lymington, SO41 8ND

Planning appeal 3306778 at Brackenfields, Southampton Road, Boldre, Lymington, SO41 8ND (New Forest) was dismissed on 15 February 2023 by Inspector Evans L, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether the proposed extension of the dwelling is acceptable, taking into account any previous extensions, as regards development plan policy which seeks to safeguard the distinctive character and appearance of the New Forest National Park and maintain a balance in the housing stock within it, whilst also taking account all other material considerations.

extension to house; demolition of conservatory

Authority: New Forest
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Evans L
Postcode: SO41 8ND

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

Whether the proposed extension of the dwelling is acceptable, taking into account any previous extensions, as regards development plan policy which seeks to safeguard the distinctive character and appearance of the New Forest National Park and maintain a balance in the housing stock within it, whilst also taking account all other material considerations
The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the existing property and on the local area

What decided it

The proposed garage extension with accommodation above would be a visually discordant and overbearing addition that would not respect the character and appearance of the existing property and local area, conflicting with development plan policies and NPPF guidance on design quality and National Park protection.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy DP36Policy SP17Policy DP2Policy DP18
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 176

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