Marsh Bungalow, Marshbrook, CHURCH STRETTON, SHROPSHIRE, SY6 6RQ

extension and alterations to existing bungalow including the creation of first floor accommodation

Authority: Shropshire County Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Hughes L

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the existing building and surrounding area, having particular regard to the location of the site within the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)
the effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of the occupiers at Marsh Crossing with particular reference to privacy

What decided it

The proposal would cause material harm to the character and appearance of the existing building and surrounding area and have an adverse impact on the rural landscape and scenic quality of the AONB due to the significant increase in scale and bulk.

Plan policies cited: Policy CS6, Policy CS17, Policy MD2

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