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Split Decision8 August 20243342521

26 Coates Way, Watford, WD25 9NS

Planning appeal 3342521 at 26 Coates Way, Watford, WD25 9NS (Watford Borough Council) was allowed in part (a split decision) on 8 August 2024 by Inspector Somers J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the rear dormer window upon the appeal property and the character and appearance of the locality.

‘Proposed rear dormer loft conversion, redesign of front porch, reposition of front window and internal alterations.’

Authority
Watford Borough Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Somers J
Postcode
WD25 9NS

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the rear dormer window upon the appeal property and the character and appearance of the locality

What decided it

The proposed rear dormer window would harm the character and appearance of the locality by creating an incongruous, overly bulky form that would be highly visible and would remove the distinctive hipped roof detail characteristic of the planned estate.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
QD6.2QD6.4

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