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Split Decision28 February 20243332374

87 Sea Lane, Goring-By-Sea, Worthing, BN12 4PR

Planning appeal 3332374 at 87 Sea Lane, Goring-By-Sea, Worthing, BN12 4PR (Worthing Borough Council) was allowed in part (a split decision) on 28 February 2024 by Inspector Perrins N, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the development on the character or appearance of the area, including the Goring Conservation Area.

a ground floor extension, loft conversion consisting of roof lights to south and west elevations and removal of existing chimney

Authority
Worthing Borough Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Perrins N
Postcode
BN12 4PR

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the development on the character or appearance of the area, including the Goring Conservation Area

What decided it

The loft conversion was capable of being constructed separately and complied with the development plan when subject to conditions, whereas the chimney removal and rear extension caused unjustified harm to the heritage asset and conservation area with no offsetting public benefits.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
DM5DM24
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 205Paragraph 208Paragraph 209

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