Planning appeal decision
59 Victor Gardens, Hockley, SS5 4DS
Planning appeal 3334481 at 59 Victor Gardens, Hockley, SS5 4DS (Rochford District Council) was allowed on 23 July 2024 by Inspector Grierson E, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the site and the surrounding area.
to demolish the existing chalet bungalow to allow for the construction of a 5 bed detached house with private parking to the front
- Authority
- Rochford District Council
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Grierson E
- Postcode
- SS5 4DS
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the site and the surrounding area
What decided it
The proposed two-storey dwelling, although taller than immediate neighbours, would fit within the existing varied character of the road and would not harm the character and appearance of the site or surrounding area.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy CP1Policy DM1Policy DM3Policy ENV9
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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