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Allowed18 June 20243334023

21 Woodmancourt, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 2BT

Planning appeal 3334023 at 21 Woodmancourt, Godalming, Surrey, GU7 2BT (Waverley Borough Council) was allowed on 18 June 2024 by Inspector Miles H, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed new dwelling on the character and appearance of the area including with regard to trees.

single storey extension and internal alterations to no. 21. Including demolition of existing detached garage and sub division of plot for a new four bedroom dwelling (referred to as No 21A Woodmancourt). Proposal includes associated parking and amenity

Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector
Miles H
Postcode
GU7 2BT

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed new dwelling on the character and appearance of the area including with regard to trees
  • The effect on the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers with particular regard to privacy to no 19 and whether it would be overbearing to nos 19 and 20 Woodmancourt
  • Whether the location is a suitable site for housing

What decided it

The proposed development would not cause unacceptable harm to character and appearance, living conditions of neighbours, or be an unsuitable location for housing, and therefore the appeal should be allowed.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
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National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 123

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