Planning appeal decision
31 Vantorts Road, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, CM21 9NB
Planning appeal 3339132 at 31 Vantorts Road, Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, CM21 9NB (East Hertfordshire District Council) was allowed on 24 April 2024 by Inspector Couper C, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area.
removal of front bay window, rear conservatory and outbuilding. Erection of part two storey, part single storey rear extension and single storey front extension. Alterations to roof form to incorporate hip to gable roof extensions and loft conversion incorporating rear dormer. Insertion of roof light windows to front and rear, additional windows to side elevations and alterations to fenestration and external materials
- Authority
- East Hertfordshire District Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Couper C
- Postcode
- CM21 9NB
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
What decided it
The varied character of the streetscene, with diverse house styles and forms, means the proposed raised ridge and gable roof would not appear incongruous or cause harm to the character and appearance of the area.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy HOU11Policy DES4
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.
See how each was appliedThe decision letter
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