Planning appeal decision
10 Wren Close, Christchurch, BH23 4BD
Planning appeal 3358744 at 10 Wren Close, Christchurch, BH23 4BD (Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole) was allowed on 24 April 2025 by Inspector Roberts G, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host property and surrounding area.
enlargement of roof to provide first floor accommodation. Front and rear dormers. Erection of two storey side extension, single storey side and rear extensions
- Authority
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Roberts G
- Postcode
- BH23 4BD
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host property and surrounding area
What decided it
The modest scale, massing and form of the proposed extensions, combined with the varied character of the street and the screening of rear additions, mean the development would not harmfully affect the character and appearance of the host property or surrounding area.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy HE2 of the Christchurch & East Dorset Local Plan Part 1 - Core Strategy (2014)Policy H12 of the Borough of Christchurch Local Plan (2001)
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 135
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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