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Dismissed24 March 20233315221

2 The Drive, Tonbridge, TN9 2LP

Planning appeal 3315221 at 2 The Drive, Tonbridge, TN9 2LP (Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council) was dismissed on 24 March 2023 by Inspector Lawrence E, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host dwelling, the street scene and the area.

proposed mansard loft extension with dormer windows, floor plan redesign and all associated works at Ryecroft, 2, The Drive

Authority
Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Lawrence E
Postcode
TN9 2LP

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host dwelling, the street scene and the area

What decided it

The proposed mansard roof extension would unacceptably harm the character and appearance of the host dwelling and street scene through its uncharacteristic design, proportions and visual dominance.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
CP24P4/12
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 126Paragraph 130Paragraph 134

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