Planning appeal decision
53 Highlands, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 1JG
Planning appeal 3338755 at 53 Highlands, Thetford, Norfolk, IP24 1JG (Breckland Council) was allowed on 12 September 2024 by Inspector Burnham T, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area.
two storey side and rear extensions, proposed first floor rear extension and installation of roof lights at rear
- Authority
- Breckland Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Burnham T
- Postcode
- IP24 1JG
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area
What decided it
The mixed character and design of the immediate residential area, combined with the familiar pitched roof design and modern context of the property, meant the extensions would not cause significant adverse impact on character and appearance.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- COM 01GEN 02
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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