Planning appeal decision
Oaks Corner Carleton Close, Esher, KT10 8EE
Planning appeal 3330694 at Oaks Corner Carleton Close, Esher, KT10 8EE (Elmbridge Borough Council) was dismissed on 18 December 2023 by Inspector Andrews M, 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 host dwelling.
a roof extension incorporating a rear dormer window, single storey side extension rooflights and alterations to fenestration
- Authority
- Elmbridge Borough Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Andrews M
- Postcode
- KT10 8EE
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed rear dormer on the character and appearance of the host dwelling
What decided it
The excessive and disproportionate size of the proposed rear dormer relative to the host dwelling's existing pleasing design would significantly harm character and appearance contrary to design policies.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- CS8CS17DM2
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 12
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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