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Dismissed16 February 20233311031

25 Irwin Drive, Handforth, Wilmsloq, Cheshire, SK9 3JS

Planning appeal 3311031 at 25 Irwin Drive, Handforth, Wilmsloq, Cheshire, SK9 3JS (Cheshire East) was dismissed on 16 February 2023 by Inspector Wildgoose G, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect on the character and appearance of the area.

demolition of existing single storey side garage, and construction of new double storey side extension with attached single storey side extension. Loft conversion with rear dormer. Additional accommodation includes extended kitchen & utility, study, bedroom, and loft bedroom, with external covered garage/storage

Authority
Cheshire East
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Wildgoose G
Postcode
SK9 3JS

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect on the character and appearance of the area

What decided it

The harmful inclusion of a gable-ended roof on the two-storey extension rather than a hipped roof, which significantly extends the property frontage, dominates the host dwelling, and disrupts the character and appearance of the Irwin Drive street scene.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy SE1Policy SD2Policy GEN1Policy HOU11

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