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Dismissed27 January 20253347179

5 Selwyn Crescent, Hatfield, AL10 9NL

Planning appeal 3347179 at 5 Selwyn Crescent, Hatfield, AL10 9NL (Welwyn Hatfield Council) was dismissed on 27 January 2025 by Inspector Winnard K, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the area.

the erection of a two storey side and rear extension, internal alterations, alterations to the roof to include a rear dormer, front rooflights and hip to gable roof

Authority
Welwyn Hatfield Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Winnard K
Postcode
AL10 9NL

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the area

What decided it

The development would result in unacceptable harm to the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the area through its disproportionate bulk and scale, contrary to Policy SP9 and the Design Guidance.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy SP9 of the Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council Local Plan 2016-2036 (adopted 2023)

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