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Allowed6 May 20253348014

6 Silwood Close, Ascot, SL5 7DX

Planning appeal 3348014 at 6 Silwood Close, Ascot, SL5 7DX (Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead) was allowed on 6 May 2025 by Inspector Cuthbert L, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the development on the character and appearance of the area.

erection of a replacement dwelling and detached garage/store with associated landscaping following demolition of existing house and integral garage

Authority
Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector
Cuthbert L
Postcode
SL5 7DX

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • the effect of the development on the character and appearance of the area
  • whether the proposal would adequately minimise carbon dioxide emissions

What decided it

The proposal represents a well-designed contemporary dwelling that respects the local character and appearance of Silwood Close through its incorporation of consistent design features such as twin gables and pitched roofs, endorsed by the Design Review Panel, whilst adequately minimising carbon dioxide emissions through on-site measures and a secured carbon offset contribution.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy QP3Policy SP2Policy EP1NP/DG1NP/DG3
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 138Paragraph 139Paragraph 154

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