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Dismissed24 April 20253361019

25 Ravenwood Drive, Hale Barns, Altrincham, WA15 0JA

Planning appeal 3361019 at 25 Ravenwood Drive, Hale Barns, Altrincham, WA15 0JA (Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council) was dismissed on 24 April 2025 by Inspector Marshall E, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The impact of the proposal upon the design and character of the host dwelling as well as the character and appearance of the street scene and surrounding area.

demolition of existing conservatory and side extension. Erection of part two storey/part single storey front extension and single storey side extension, part two storey/ part single storey rear extension and loft conversion with formation of side and rear dormer. Garage conversion to habitable conditions. Associated external alterations including new windows, roof lights, removal of chimney and roof alterations

Authority
Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Marshall E
Postcode
WA15 0JA

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The impact of the proposal upon the design and character of the host dwelling as well as the character and appearance of the street scene and surrounding area.

What decided it

The cumulative scale, mass and design of the roof alterations (front gables with excessive glazing, rear dormer, and side dormers) would be disproportionate and incongruous, dominating the host dwelling and harming the character and appearance of the street scene contrary to Policy JP-P1 and SPD4 guidance.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Places for Everyone Joint Development Plan Document 2024 Policy JP-P1Supplementary Planning Document 4: A Guide for Designing House Extensions and Alterations 2012
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 135Paragraph 139

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