9 Plantation Gate, Stretham, Ely, CB63JX

erection of a garden outbuilding/shed in the front garden of the property in place of an older existing shed

Authority: East Cambridgeshire District Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: other · Householder developments
Inspector: Dring G

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the surrounding area
The effect of the development on trees and hedgerows

What decided it

The development would be a relatively large outbuilding in an uncharacteristic front garden location that would erode the spacious character of the area, contrary to local plan policies requiring development to be sympathetic to local character and enhance local distinctiveness.

Framework references: 12

Plan policies cited: Policy ENV1, Policy ENV2, Policy EN7, Design Guide Supplementary Planning Document March 2012, Natural Environment – Supplementary Planning Document Adopted 24 September 2020

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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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