Southcote, Dunmow Road, Takeley, Essex, CM22 6QR

demolition of existing garage, and erection of double garage with annex

Authority: Uttlesford District Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Kemmann-Lane T

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the existing house in terms of subservience
The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of the neighbours at Ramor and Glenmore
Whether there is sufficient information in respect biodiversity and to enable the discharge of duties under the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017 (as amended), and the Wildlife & Countryside Act 1981 (as amended)

What decided it

The proposed development would not be subordinate to the existing dwelling and would dominate the garden area to the detriment of the character of the host dwelling and the outlook of neighbours, and would result in overlooking of the private amenity space of the neighbouring properties.

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