Planning appeal decision
80 Stonecote Ridge , Bussage , Stroud, GL6 8JY
Planning appeal 3334213 at 80 Stonecote Ridge , Bussage , Stroud, GL6 8JY (Stroud District Council) was dismissed on 1 August 2024 by Inspector Manley N, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host property, the surrounding area and the Cotswold National Landscape.
erection of front porch, 3 no rear dormer windows, and garage conversion
- Authority
- Stroud District Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Manley N
- Postcode
- GL6 8JY
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host property, the surrounding area and the Cotswold National Landscape
What decided it
The proposed front porch cladding and three rear dormers would cause unacceptable harm to the character and appearance of the host property and surrounding area, conflicting with the development plan policies requiring development to be in keeping with the scale and character of the original dwelling and respectful of surroundings.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy HC8Policy CP14
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.
See how each was appliedThe decision letter
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