Planning appeal decision
158 Stagsden Road, Bromham, Bedford, MK43 8QR
Planning appeal 3312316 at 158 Stagsden Road, Bromham, Bedford, MK43 8QR (Bedford Borough Council) was dismissed on 8 June 2023 by Inspector Felgate J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed new design on the character and appearance of the street scene.
the erection of a new detached dwelling to the side
- Authority
- Bedford Borough Council
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Felgate J
- Postcode
- MK43 8QR
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed new design on the character and appearance of the street scene
What decided it
The proposed building's excessive bulk, poor proportions, and visually assertive gable feature would be unacceptably conspicuous and detract from the visual harmony and cohesion of the street scene, conflicting with the development plan.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy 29Policy 30
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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