Planning appeal decision
Grafton Cottage Sandgate Esplanade, Sandgate, Folkestone, CT20 3DP
Planning appeal 3324165 at Grafton Cottage Sandgate Esplanade, Sandgate, Folkestone, CT20 3DP (Folkestone and Hythe District Council) was allowed on 4 April 2024 by Inspector Peerless K, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed works on the special architectural and historic character of the listed building and its setting within the Conservation Area.
the replacement of windows
- Appeal type
- other · Listed Building Consent & Conservation Area Consent Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- other · Other minor developments
- Inspector
- Peerless K
- Postcode
- CT20 3DP
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed works on the special architectural and historic character of the listed building and its setting within the Conservation Area
What decided it
The public benefits of enhanced energy efficiency and improved appearance of the building justify the slight change in window design detail and loss of remaining historic fabric, as the overall character and significance of the listed building would be maintained.
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