Willow Cottage Frilsham, Yattendon, THATCHAM, RG18 0XT

demolition of conservatory and side extension. Extension of dwelling to sides, and rear, alterations and porch

Authority: West Berkshire District Council
Appeal type: householder · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Guest H

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the original dwelling and its immediate setting
whether the proposal would constitute appropriate limited development in the countryside
the effect of the proposal on the local landscape character and whether it would conserve and enhance the landscape and scenic beauty of the North Wessex Downs AONB

What decided it

The significant harm to the character and appearance of the host dwelling and its immediate setting, caused by the substantial and non-subservient extensions that would make it incongruous within its group setting, outweighed the limited benefits of the proposal.

Plan policies cited: Policy ADPP1, Policy ADPP5, Policy CS14, Policy CS19, Policy C3, Policy C6

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