Stone Cottage, Bishops Offley, Stafford, ST21 6ET

Planning appeal 3348989 at Stone Cottage, Bishops Offley, Stafford, ST21 6ET (Stafford Borough Council) was allowed on 5 March 2025 by Inspector Morris T, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the dwelling and the surrounding area.

part demolition / 2 storey extension and alterations

Authority: Stafford Borough Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Morris T
Postcode: ST21 6ET

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the dwelling and the surrounding area

What decided it

The extension, despite exceeding the 70% threshold, would remain proportionate to the dwelling and its context, with modern alterations confined to the rear and the traditional front elevation preserved for public views.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy C5Policy N1Spatial Principle 3 (SP3)

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