Planning appeal decision
2 Paxhill Close, St. Leonards-On-Sea, TN38 9RE
Planning appeal 3349583 at 2 Paxhill Close, St. Leonards-On-Sea, TN38 9RE (Hastings Borough Council) was allowed on 2 December 2024 by Inspector James A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area.
Demolition of existing garage and construction of a new two storey dwelling attached to the end of terrace
- Authority
- Hastings Borough Council
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- James A
- Postcode
- TN38 9RE
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
What decided it
The proposed dwelling would respect the character and appearance of the area through its harmonious design, materials, siting and the retention of soft landscaping on the corner plot.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy DM1Policy SC1
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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