®Planning appeal decision
Meesden Corner Cottage, Brent Pelham, Buntingford, Hertfordshire, SG9 0AR
the creation of a single storey rear extension and associated sunken terrace and removal of wall and window, a porch to the main elevation, demolition of part of the north extension to be replaced by a new extension, along with a remodelled store room to create a bathroom, the removal of part of a dividing wall between the Piano Room and the store room, and new partition walls within a 1st floor bedroom
- Authority
- East Hertfordshire District Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Woodwards O
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the special architectural or historic interest of the Grade II listed building, Meesden Corner Cottage
- The effect on the character and appearance of the area including whether it would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Conservation Area
What decided it
The proposed north extension would harm the special architectural and historic interest of the listed building and the character and appearance of the Conservation Area through its excessive scale, glazing, and prominent roof form, and this harm could not be outweighed by the minimal public benefits of a slightly larger house.
Framework references: 208
Plan policies cited: HA1, HA4, HA7, HOU11, DES4
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