Mannings Farm, White Colne, COLCHESTER, CO6 2QH

demolition of existing extension and construction of new extension. The newer extension is more in keeping with the original dwelling and will give the family additional bedrooms so that all the family can live in the house. The new extension will be thermally efficient and reduce the carbon footprint of the dwelling. The extension will be high quality and use traditional finishes

Authority: Braintree District Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Bell-Williamson J

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the surrounding area

What decided it

The disproportionate bulk, mass and design of the extension would materially alter the original built form and character of the dwelling, conflicting with Policies LPP36, LPP47 and LPP52 of the Braintree District Local Plan.

Plan policies cited: Policy LPP36, Policy LPP47, Policy LPP52

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