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Dismissed15 August 20253354211

The Ostrich Inn, High Street, Colnbrook, Slough, SL3 0JZ

Planning appeal 3354211 at The Ostrich Inn, High Street, Colnbrook, Slough, SL3 0JZ (Slough Borough Council) was dismissed on 15 August 2025 by Inspector Philpott M, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether the proposed works and development would preserve the listed buildings or their settings or any features of special architectural or historic interest they possess.

erection of single storey side/rear extension and internal alterations to breakfast room

Authority
Slough Borough Council
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
other · Other minor developments
Inspector
Philpott M
Postcode
SL3 0JZ

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • Whether the proposed works and development would preserve the listed buildings or their settings or any features of special architectural or historic interest they possess
  • Whether the character or appearance of the Colnbrook Conservation Area would be preserved or enhanced

What decided it

The less than substantial harm to the special interest and significance of the listed buildings, which must carry great weight, outweighs the modest public benefits that would arise from the scheme.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Core Policy 8Core Policy 9EN1EN2
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 215Paragraph 16

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