5 Manor Road, Cheam, Sutton, SM2 7AG

Planning appeal 3326591 at 5 Manor Road, Cheam, Sutton, SM2 7AG (London Borough of Sutton) was dismissed on 19 December 2023 by Inspector Andrews M, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed alterations and additions on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and its surroundings which form part of the Burton Estate Area of Special Local Character.

the erection of a part one part two storey front, side and rear extension with roof accommodation involving the formation of a dormer extension rear, provision of two rooflights at front and one at rear. Repositioning of front door and alterations to existing vehicle access and front

Authority: London Borough of Sutton
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Andrews M
Postcode: SM2 7AG

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed alterations and additions on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and its surroundings which form part of the Burton Estate Area of Special Local Character

What decided it

The proposed extension's excessive scale and contrasting design would fail to be subordinate and respectful of the host dwelling, appearing as an overly bulky and unsympathetic addition that would harm the character and appearance of the dwelling and its surroundings.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy 28Policy 30
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 12

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