Planning appeal decision
22 Elmbridge, Harlow, CM17 0JX
Planning appeal 3324201 at 22 Elmbridge, Harlow, CM17 0JX (Harlow District Council) was allowed in part (a split decision) on 20 September 2023 by Inspector Down K, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed extensions on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the surrounding area.
a first floor extension over existing footprint, extension to porch and associated works
- Authority
- Harlow District Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Down K
- Postcode
- CM17 0JX
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed extensions on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the surrounding area
What decided it
The proposed porch's excessive size and prominence would materially detract from the character and appearance of the host dwelling, conflicting with local plan policy, whereas the rear and side extensions would remain appropriately subservient.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy PL1 of the Harlow Local Development Plan 2020Harlow Design Guide Supplementary Planning Document 2011
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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