Planning appeal decision
133 Blenheim Chase, Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 3BX
Planning appeal 3321246 at 133 Blenheim Chase, Leigh-on-Sea, SS9 3BX (Southend-on-Sea City Council) was allowed on 11 September 2023 by Inspector Kemmann-Lane T, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed glazing to the front elevation on the character and appearance of the dwelling and the streetscene.
erect single storey rear extension, single storey front/side extension and alter elevations (part–retrospective)
- Authority
- Southend-on-Sea City Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Kemmann-Lane T
- Postcode
- SS9 3BX
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed glazing to the front elevation on the character and appearance of the dwelling and the streetscene
What decided it
The glazing to the front elevation, viewed in the context of the already-altered dwelling and the variety of finishes in the surrounding row of bungalows, was found to be suitable and complementary rather than harmful to character and appearance.
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