Planning appeal decision
261 Felmongers, Harlow, CM20 3DR
Planning appeal 3317674 at 261 Felmongers, Harlow, CM20 3DR (Harlow District Council) was allowed in part (a split decision) on 14 June 2023 by Inspector Dale A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed front porch and rear extension upon the character and appearance of the host dwelling and its surroundings.
described on the application form as “Larger front porch & rear extension with part double storey, part single storey
- Authority
- Harlow District Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Dale A
- Postcode
- CM20 3DR
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed front porch and rear extension upon the character and appearance of the host dwelling and its surroundings
What decided it
The front porch's excessive depth and bulk, far exceeding design guidance and making it an incongruous dominant addition, contrasted with the rear extension's appropriate scale and design that respects the host dwelling and surroundings.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy PL1 of the Harlow Local Development Plan 2020
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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