Planning appeal decision
32 Ravine Road, Southbourne, BH5 2DU
Planning appeal 3342767 at 32 Ravine Road, Southbourne, BH5 2DU (Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole) was dismissed on 12 July 2024 by Inspector Allan J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposal upon the character and appearance of the street scene.
‘Demolition of existing detached garage and 2 storey side projection - 2 Storey side extension to include replacement intergal [sic] garage - 2 Storey infill extension to front of property, including bay window to match existing - Single storey rear extension - Loft Conversion with Rear facing dormer with glazed doors onto inset balcony - 1no. front facing high level roof light - 2no. Side (South) facing high level roof lights - New glazing throughout’
- Authority
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Allan J
- Postcode
- BH5 2DU
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- the effect of the proposal upon the character and appearance of the street scene
What decided it
The two-storey side extension would fill the existing gap between the property and its neighbour, making the dwelling appear cramped within its setting and detracting from the rhythm and harmony of the street scene in conflict with the Design Guide and development plan policy.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy CS41 of the Bournemouth Local Plan: Core Strategy 2012Policy BAP1 of the Boscombe & Pokesdown Neighbourhood Plan
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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