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Allowed31 August 20233316295

Cherry Tree Cottage, Long Barn Road, Weald, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN14 6NJ

Planning appeal 3316295 at Cherry Tree Cottage, Long Barn Road, Weald, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN14 6NJ (Sevenoaks District Council) was allowed on 31 August 2023 by Inspector Francis L, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposals on the character and appearance of the original cottage.

the demolition of existing front and rear extensions. Erection of two storey side/front extension, two storey rear extension and associated external alterations including glazed link. Erection of detached garage/store and associated landscaping. Installation of bore hole, ground source heat pump and integrated solar tiles to south facing roof slopes

Authority
Sevenoaks District Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Francis L
Postcode
TN14 6NJ

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposals on the character and appearance of the original cottage.
  • Whether the proposals would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Sevenoaks Weald Conservation Area.
  • Whether the proposals would preserve and enhance the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

What decided it

The detailed design, significant set-back from the street and cottage, visual separation via the glazed link, and restoration of the original cottage facade would preserve and enhance both the conservation area and AONB whilst respecting the character of the original cottage.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
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National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 176

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