The Folly, Graffham Common Road, Graffham, West Sussex, GU28 0PT

replacement of the existing attached garage and erection of two storey extensions together with veranda and balconies

Authority: South Downs
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Harley S

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area having regard to the location within the South Downs National Park
The effect of the proposal on the mix of housing within the South Downs National Park, having particular regard to the supply of small and medium sized homes
The effect on bat populations

What decided it

The proposals would not conserve or enhance the South Downs National Park or further its purposes, conflicting with the development plan with no material considerations indicating otherwise.

Framework references: 15

Plan policies cited: Policy SD1, Policy SD4, Policy SD5, Policy SD8, Policy SD9, Policy SD10, Policy SD25, Policy SD27, Policy SD31, Policy SD39

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Heritage. Listed buildings by grade and distance, conservation areas, scheduled monuments, registered parks and gardens, heritage at risk.
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Flooding. Flood zones 2 and 3, surface water, and both again with climate change.
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