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Dismissed16 October 20233316873

21 Westmead Road, Sutton, Surrey, SM1 4JT

Planning appeal 3316873 at 21 Westmead Road, Sutton, Surrey, SM1 4JT (London Borough of Sutton) was dismissed on 16 October 2023 by Inspector Ellison H, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the area.

the retention of front and side fence

Authority
London Borough of Sutton
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
other · Other minor developments
Inspector
Ellison H
Postcode
SM1 4JT

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the area

What decided it

The imposing and obtrusive nature of the tall fence wrapping around the front and side of the corner plot creates unacceptable harm to the character and appearance of the area, conflicting with the development plan.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy 28 of the Sutton Local Plan 2016-2031Design of Residential Extensions Supplementary Planning Document (SPD4)

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