120 Fairmile Lane, COBHAM, KT11 2BX

detached two-storey house with rooms in the roof space with associated landscaping and entrance gates following partial demolition of existing house

Authority: Elmbridge Borough Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Miles H

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposed developments on the character and appearance of the area
whether or not the proposed developments provide an appropriate housing mix and density

What decided it

The significant harm to the character and appearance of the area caused by the loss of clear road frontage patterns and the cramped, bulky appearance of the proposed dwellings significantly and demonstrably outweighs the modest benefits of housing delivery and affordable housing contributions.

the significant harm to character and appearance significantly and demonstrably outweighed the modest benefits of housing delivery and affordable housing contributions, such that the presumption in favour of sustainable development did not apply

Framework references: 11

Plan policies cited: Policy DM10, Policy CS10, Policy CS17, Policy DM2, Policy CS19, Policy CS21

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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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