Planning appeal decision
42 Mallard Close, Bournemouth, BH8 9PG
Planning appeal 3356498 at 42 Mallard Close, Bournemouth, BH8 9PG (Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole) was allowed on 26 February 2025 by Inspector Thomas M, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and surrounding area.
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- Authority
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Thomas M
- Postcode
- BH8 9GP
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and surrounding area
What decided it
The particular location and siting of the dwelling relative to its neighbours, combined with the subservient design of the extension and use of matching materials, would permit the development to be reasonably unobtrusive in the streetscene.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy CS41Residential Extensions Design Guide (2008)
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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