Planning appeal decision
95 Robbery Bottom Lane, Welwyn, AL6 0UL
Planning appeal 3343792 at 95 Robbery Bottom Lane, Welwyn, AL6 0UL (Welwyn Hatfield Council) was allowed on 29 July 2024 by Inspector Kemmann-Lane T, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of design of the front extensions on the character and appearance of the existing property, its neighbours and the wider street scene.
the retention of detached outbuilding, single storey side extension with loft accommodation within roof space and associated works including dormer windows and rooflights, single storey rear conservatory, alterations to main dwelling with an attached front garage and link extension
- Authority
- Welwyn Hatfield Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Kemmann-Lane T
- Postcode
- AL6 0UL
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of design of the front extensions on the character and appearance of the existing property, its neighbours and the wider street scene
What decided it
The front garage and extension, being subordinate in form, matching in materials, and largely screened from public view, would not have a detrimental effect on the character and appearance of the property, neighbours or wider street scene.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy SP1Policy SP9
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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