Planning appeal decision
3 Lamberts Lane, Rushmere St. Andrew, Ipswich, IP5 1DR
Planning appeal 3328343 at 3 Lamberts Lane, Rushmere St. Andrew, Ipswich, IP5 1DR (East Suffolk) was dismissed on 19 January 2024 by Inspector Billings C, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed north side extension on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and surrounding area.
the demolition of single storey attached outbuildings to east (Lamberts Lane) and construction of part first floor (over existing single storey) and part 2 storey extensions to rear (West) and side (North) of existing building, together with associated internal and external alterations. Works to include external works, improvements to existing driveway/hardstanding and new surface water soakaway
- Authority
- East Suffolk
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Billings C
- Postcode
- IP5 1DR
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed north side extension on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and surrounding area.
What decided it
The proposed north side extension would appear overly prominent and disjointed within the street scene, failing to respect the distinctive character and design of the traditional host dwelling, contrary to Policy SCLP11.1.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy SCLP11.1Policy SCLP9.1
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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