27 The Firs, Bowdon, Altrincham, Greater Manchester, WA14 2TF

demolition of existing conservatory and construction of replacement single storey extension, construction of canopy to front elevation and replacement of fascia to front bay window

Authority: Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Seddon M

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the building and whether it would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Bowdon Conservation Area

What decided it

The proposed replacement extension and canopy would harm the character and appearance of the building and fail to preserve or enhance the conservation area, with private benefits insufficient to outweigh the heritage harm.

Framework references: 212, 215

Plan policies cited: Policy 42 of the Bowdon Conservation Area Management Plan, Trafford Core Strategy Policy L7, Trafford Core Strategy Policy R1, Places for Everyone Plan Policy JP-P1, Places for Everyone Plan Policy JP-P2

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Heritage. Listed buildings by grade and distance, conservation areas, scheduled monuments, registered parks and gardens, heritage at risk.
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Flooding. Flood zones 2 and 3, surface water, and both again with climate change.
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