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Dismissed26 October 20233327033

5 Redan Close, Highcliffe, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 5DJ

Planning appeal 3327033 at 5 Redan Close, Highcliffe, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 5DJ (Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole) was dismissed on 26 October 2023 by Inspector Roberts G, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host property and surrounding area.

enlargement of roof for first floor accommodation. Installation of rear dormer

Authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Roberts G
Postcode
BH23 5DJ

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host property and surrounding area

What decided it

The increased roof height and scale would be inappropriate and incompatible with the uniform character and local distinctiveness of Redan Close, harmfully disrupting the established roofscape of modest bungalows with low pitched roofs.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
H12 (Christchurch Local Plan 2001)HE2 (Christchurch & East Dorset Local Plan Part 1 – Core Strategy 2014)HWNP11 (Highcliffe & Walkford Neighbourhood Plan 2023)
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 130

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