Planning appeal decision
33 Francis Way, Silver End, Witham, CM8 3QX
Planning appeal 3339515 at 33 Francis Way, Silver End, Witham, CM8 3QX (Braintree District Council) was allowed on 19 November 2024 by Inspector Gee R, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether the development preserves or enhances the character and appearance of the Silver End Conservation Area.
is erection of new outbuilding with 3No rooflights without complying with a condition attached to planning permission Ref 22/03377/HH, dated 28th April 2023
- Authority
- Braintree District Council
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Other minor developments
- Inspector
- Gee R
- Postcode
- CM8 3QX
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- Whether the development preserves or enhances the character and appearance of the Silver End Conservation Area
What decided it
The proposed hipped roof design, being consistent with the host property's roof form and reflecting the variety of ancillary building designs observed in the locality, would not appear incongruous or cause harm to the character and appearance of the Conservation Area.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy LPP53
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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