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Dismissed13 October 20233324583

22 Lynstede, Basildon, SS14 1TU

Planning appeal 3324583 at 22 Lynstede, Basildon, SS14 1TU (Basildon District Council) was dismissed on 13 October 2023 by Inspector Bell-Williamson J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed balcony on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the surrounding area.

front balcony on first floor over garage

Authority
Basildon District Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Bell-Williamson J
Postcode
SS14 1TU

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed balcony on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the surrounding area
  • The effect on the living conditions of the occupiers of No 20 Lynstede, with regard to privacy

What decided it

The proposed balcony would cause unacceptable material harm to both the character and appearance of the terrace and the privacy of neighbouring occupiers, contrary to local and national policy.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy BAS BE12
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 130

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