Planning appeal decision
168 Cuckmere Way, Brighton, BN1 8GH
Planning appeal 3329808 at 168 Cuckmere Way, Brighton, BN1 8GH (Brighton and Hove City Council) was dismissed on 6 September 2024 by Inspector Goldberg V, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of the occupiers of 154 Carden Hill, with reference to outlook.
described in the application form as ‘Proposed Single Storey Rear Extension to Existing Single Unit Detached Residential Dwelling, extending 5.5m to the rear, 3m(h), including dropped kerb for vehicular access/ parking to front forecourt & associated internal alterations’
- Authority
- Brighton and Hove City Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Goldberg V
- Postcode
- BN1 8GH
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of the occupiers of 154 Carden Hill, with reference to outlook
What decided it
The proposed extension would have an unacceptable overbearing effect on the living conditions and outlook of the occupiers of 154 Carden Hill due to its proximity to the boundary, height, and the significant difference in land levels between the two properties.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy DM20
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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