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Planning permission granted25 October 20243321958

8 Andrew Close, Wokingham, RG40 2HY

Planning appeal 3321958 at 8 Andrew Close, Wokingham, RG40 2HY (Wokingham Borough Council) was allowed on 25 October 2024 by Inspector Hawkins S, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the surrounding area.

without planning permission, the material change of use of the land from amenity land to residential use

Authority
Wokingham Borough Council
Appeal type
enforcement · Enforcement Notice
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Change of use
Inspector
Hawkins S
Postcode
RG40 2HY

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

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

What decided it

The substantial hedge planting undertaken between the fencing and the footway, combined with the modest proportions of the enclosed land and its well-set-back position from the pavement, successfully mitigates any visual harm and integrates the development with the surrounding character.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
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National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 12

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