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Allowed25 January 20243328473

21 Moore Close, Darenth, Kent, DA2 6NN

Planning appeal 3328473 at 21 Moore Close, Darenth, Kent, DA2 6NN (Dartford Borough Council) was allowed on 25 January 2024 by Inspector Reid L, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed rear dormer on the character and appearance of the appeal building and the area.

formation of habitable area in roof space with rear dormer and alterations to fenestration

Authority
Dartford Borough Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Reid L
Postcode
DA2 6NN

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed rear dormer on the character and appearance of the appeal building and the area

What decided it

The proposed rear dormer, by virtue of its appropriate size, design, and positioning relative to the existing gable roof, and given the precedent of a similar dormer at No. 18 Moore Close, would not cause harm to the character and appearance of the building and area.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy DP2Policy DP7
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 48Paragraph 154

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