Planning appeal decision
3 Foley Paddocks High Garrett, Braintree, CM7 5NU
Planning appeal 3345923 at 3 Foley Paddocks High Garrett, Braintree, CM7 5NU (Braintree District Council) was dismissed on 30 January 2025 by Inspector Courtney T, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of 3 Foley Paddocks and the surrounding area.
the erection of detached dwelling and garage without complying with a condition attached to planning permission Ref 21/02189/VAR, dated 20 September 2021
- Authority
- Braintree District Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Courtney T
- Postcode
- CM7 5NU
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of 3 Foley Paddocks and the surrounding area
- the effect of the proposal on the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers with regard to a loss of privacy
What decided it
The balcony's bulky box-like structure and excessive glazing on the rear elevation creates an incongruous and awkward focal point that detracts from the dwelling's pleasant architectural form and character, conflicting with development plan policies.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy LPP36Policy LPP52
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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