®Planning appeal decision
15 Manor Road, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire, CM23 5HU
described on the application form as “Proposed roof works to the existing single storey side extension, first floor side extension, loft conversion and replacement of chimneys and existing timber sash window”
- Authority
- East Hertfordshire District Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Evans M
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- Whether the proposal would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Bishop's Stortford Conservation Area
What decided it
The raised ridge and eaves levels would create excessive vertical emphasis making the extended property appear unduly elongated and disproportionately tall, resulting in an overly dominant and incongruous presence that significantly diminishes the architectural integrity of the host dwelling and undermines the cohesion of the distinctive Edwardian group within the Conservation Area.
Framework references: 215
Plan policies cited: East Herts District Plan 2018 Policy HA1, East Herts District Plan 2018 Policy HA4, East Herts District Plan 2018 Policy DES4, East Herts District Plan 2018 Policy HOU11, Bishops Stortford Town Council Neighbourhood Plan Policy HDP2
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