The Old Mill Farm, A19 Trunk Road, HARTLEPOOL, TS27 3HF

proposed first storey extension and two storey infill extension to rear

Authority: Hartlepool Borough Council *
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Martinson P

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
whether the proposed accommodation would serve an ancillary function to the main dwelling and whether it would be of a form that would increase the likelihood it would be occupied as a separate dwelling in the future

What decided it

The proposed extension would be a dominant and imposing addition that would significantly harm the character and appearance of the area and the rural landscape, conflicting with development plan policies and NPPF requirements for well-designed development.

Framework references: 139

Plan policies cited: Policy HSG11, Policy HSG12, Policy RUR1, Policy GEN1, Policy GEN2

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