Sheringham House, Crowmarsh Hill, Crowmarsh Gifford, WALLINGFORD, OXFORDSHIRE, OX10 8BG

Existing garage and dwelling retained, demolish rear single storey extension. Proposed two storey single dwelling C3

Authority: South Oxfordshire District Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Gee R

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposed development on character and appearance of the surrounding area, with particular regard to the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)
the effect upon the living conditions of the neighbouring occupiers of Sheringham House with particular regard to light and outlook

What decided it

The proposed dwelling's incongruous design, including its unbalanced fenestration, excessive width, and squat roof pitch, would harm the character and appearance of the surrounding area and fail to conserve the landscape and scenic beauty of the AONB, with limited benefits insufficient to outweigh this harm.

Plan policies cited: Policy DES1, Policy DES2, Policy ENV1, Policy DES6, Policy CRP4

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