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Dismissed4 April 20243336521

8 Wickfield Avenue, Christchurch, BH23 1JB

Planning appeal 3336521 at 8 Wickfield Avenue, Christchurch, BH23 1JB (Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole) was dismissed on 4 April 2024 by Inspector Jones GP, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the development on the character and appearance of the host property and its surroundings.

single storey side extension. Double storey rear extension. New loft conversion to provide second floor accommodation formed under raised ridge height with the addition of two small dormer windows to the front. Formation of enclosed, inset balcony to the rear. General uplift of elevations and dark grey aluminium or UPVC windows/ doors throughout

Authority
Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Jones GP
Postcode
BH23 1JB

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • the effect of the development on the character and appearance of the host property and its surroundings
  • the living conditions of those residents of properties in Wickfield Close backing onto the appeal site with particular reference to privacy and intrusion

What decided it

The front dormers would cause visual harm to the character and appearance of the area, and the large roof terrace would materially harm the privacy and living conditions of neighbouring residents, particularly at No 4 Wickfield Close.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy HE2 of the Christchurch and East Dorset Local Plan Part 1 - Core Strategy (2014)Policy H12 of the Christchurch Local Plan (2001)

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