108 Western Road, Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 9TB

Planning appeal 3314890 at 108 Western Road, Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6 9TB (Mid Sussex District Council) was dismissed on 19 April 2023 by Inspector Willmer P, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the architectural integrity of the host property, the terrace of which it is part and thereby whether the proposal would serve to preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Hurstpierpoint Conservation Area.

roof conversion, including two rear flat roofed dormers, and two conservation styled rooflights to front roof slope. Extension of dropped kerb, by four flags, for vehicular access

Authority: Mid Sussex District Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Willmer P
Postcode: BN6 9TB

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the architectural integrity of the host property, the terrace of which it is part and thereby whether the proposal would serve to preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Hurstpierpoint Conservation Area

What decided it

The design, scale, massing and proportions of the rear dormers would represent unduly dominant and incongruous additions causing significant harm to the architectural integrity and character of the existing dwelling and conservation area, which could not be justified by the limited economic benefits.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy DP26Policy DP35

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