Planning appeal decision
Bracken Hall, Bracken Hill Close, Northwood, Hertfordshire, HA6 3EW
Planning appeal 3347588 at Bracken Hall, Bracken Hill Close, Northwood, Hertfordshire, HA6 3EW (Three Rivers District Council) was allowed on 22 October 2024 by Inspector Couper C, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host dwelling.
the construction of a part single-storey, part two-storey side extension, and a single storey rear orangery extension, including an indoor gym and swimming pool
- Authority
- Three Rivers District Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Couper C
- Postcode
- HA6 3EW
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host dwelling
What decided it
The proposed extension would preserve the character and appearance of Bracken Hall through its appropriate ridge height, hipped roof form, recessed positioning, and fenestration that respects the existing building's balance and symmetry.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- CP1CP12DM1DM3Appendix 2
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 56Paragraph 209
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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