Beechcliff, Maples Drive, Ventnor, Isle of Wight, PO38 1NR

Planning appeal 3355713 at Beechcliff, Maples Drive, Ventnor, Isle of Wight, PO38 1NR (Isle of Wight Council) was allowed on 29 May 2025 by Inspector Evans L, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development, and in particular the proposed first floor extension above the garage and the proposed solar panels, on the character and appearance of the local area, including on existing high amenity trees, as well as on the setting of the adjoining Bonchurch Conservation Area.

alterations to fenestration; single storey extension at first floor level over existing garage; conservatory to south elevation; replacement and extension of existing balcony and external stairs; installation of solar panels on main roof; greenhouse

Authority: Isle of Wight Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Evans L
Postcode: PO38 1NR

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development, and in particular the proposed first floor extension above the garage and the proposed solar panels, on the character and appearance of the local area, including on existing high amenity trees, as well as on the setting of the adjoining Bonchurch Conservation Area

What decided it

The proposed first floor extension would be a subordinate addition that would not detract from the scale and proportions of the existing dwelling, and the protected trees could be accommodated without material impact, allowing the development to respect the character and appearance of the local area and conservation area setting.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: SP5DM2DM12
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 12

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