Shamba , Ifold, Loxwood, BILLINGSHURST, RH14 0TQ

Demolition of existing bungalow and redevelopment of two residential units

Authority: Chichester District Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Reid J

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect that the proposed development would have on the character and appearance of the surrounding area
the living conditions of the future occupiers of the proposed dwellings regarding privacy and private outdoor space, and the occupiers of Shaftesbury regarding outlook
the integrity of the Arun Valley Special Protection Area, Special Area of Conservation and Ramsar

What decided it

The harm that the proposal would cause to the character and appearance of the area would significantly and demonstrably outweigh the benefits of housing delivery and efficient use of the site.

the harm to character and appearance significantly and demonstrably outweighed the benefits of housing delivery and efficient use of the site within the Service Village, even accounting for the Council's shortfall in five-year housing land supply

Framework references: 11

Plan policies cited: Policy 25, Policy 33

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