Planning appeal decision
The Maltings, 6 Palmers Hill, Epping, CM16 6SG
Planning appeal 3355282 at The Maltings, 6 Palmers Hill, Epping, CM16 6SG (Epping Forest District Council) was dismissed on 27 February 2025 by Inspector Woodwards O, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether the proposal preserves the Grade II listed building or any features of special architectural or historic interest which it possesses.
replacement of conservatory with side extension, and internal remodelling to basement and ground floors
- Authority
- Epping Forest District Council
- Appeal type
- other · Listed Building Consent & Conservation Area Consent Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- other · Other minor developments
- Inspector
- Woodwards O
- Postcode
- CM16 6SG
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- Whether the proposal preserves the Grade II listed building or any features of special architectural or historic interest which it possesses
- Whether the proposal would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the conservation area
What decided it
The harm caused by the proposed internal staircase intruding into the principal sitting room and the loss of historic fabric outweighed the limited public benefits of the proposal.
What the Inspector cited
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 210Paragraph 212Paragraph 215
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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