Cracknore Cottage Cracknore Hard Lane, Marchwood, SOUTHAMPTON, SO40 4UT

the erection of new detached dwelling and associated landscaping works on land adjacent to Cracknore Cottage

Authority: New Forest District Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Butcher C

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
the effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers with regards to outlook and light

What decided it

The material harm to character and appearance caused by the narrow width of the proposed dwelling and limited gaps either side, which would appear as a contrived development squeezed into a confined space, significantly and demonstrably outweighs the limited benefits of providing a single new home despite the housing land supply shortfall.

the significant and enduring harm to character and appearance and the importance the Framework places on well-designed development that preserves character and appearance outweighed the benefits of providing a single new home and supporting local facilities, despite the substantial housing land supply shortfall

Framework references: 11

Plan policies cited: Policy ENV3

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