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Split Decision14 February 20233311148

2 Beechanger Cottage, Swaineshill, South Warnborough, Hook, RG29 1SA

Planning appeal 3311148 at 2 Beechanger Cottage, Swaineshill, South Warnborough, Hook, RG29 1SA (Hart District Council) was allowed in part (a split decision) on 14 February 2023 by Inspector McHugh I, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of both the existing dwelling and the location.

a two-storey side extension, oak porch and replacement orangery

Authority
Hart District Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
McHugh I
Postcode
RG29 1SA

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of both the existing dwelling and the location

What decided it

The proposed two-storey side extension and oak porch would disrupt the distinctive symmetrical appearance of the semi-detached pair and constitute unacceptable harm to the character and appearance of the dwelling and location, contrary to development plan policies.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy NBE9 of the Hart Local Plan (Strategy and Sites) 2032Saved Policy GEN1 of the Hart Local Plan – Replacement 1996-2006

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