Planning appeal decision
8 Litchum Spur , Slough, Berkshire, SL1 3HU
Planning appeal 3313820 at 8 Litchum Spur , Slough, Berkshire, SL1 3HU (Slough Borough Council) was allowed on 20 March 2023 by Inspector Couper C, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host property and the area.
amendment to initial planning application for a further extension to the first floor
- Authority
- Slough Borough Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Couper C
- Postcode
- SL1 3HU
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host property and the area
What decided it
The diverse character of rear elevations in the locality, combined with the matching materials and articulation of the proposed extension, means it would not harm the character and appearance of the host property or the area despite not being entirely subordinate.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy H15Policy EN1Core Policy 8
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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