Planning appeal decision
14 Sylvan Road, Exeter, EX4 6EW
Planning appeal 3344015 at 14 Sylvan Road, Exeter, EX4 6EW (Exeter City Council) was dismissed on 22 August 2024 by Inspector Robinson N, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether the location, proposed land use and the amount of development is acceptable.
permission in principle for demolition of garage and development of 1no. new dwelling
- Authority
- Exeter City Council
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Robinson N
- Postcode
- EX4 6EW
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- Whether the location, proposed land use and the amount of development is acceptable
What decided it
The site would not be a suitable location for residential development having regard to the effect on the character and appearance of the area, conflicting with development plan policies that seek to ensure a high-quality townscape.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
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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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