24 Athelstan Road, FAVERSHAM, ME13 8QL

Demolition of existing rear extension, erection of a single storey rear and side extension, insertion of new window to side elevation, loft conversion with rear dormer including Juliet Balcony and rooflights to front elevation. Creation of new pedestrian access gate from adjacent public footpath following removal of existing pedestrian access gate. Removal of existing chimney”

Authority: Swale Borough Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Desai S

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the surrounding area, including whether it would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Faversham Conservation Area

What decided it

The harm to the character and appearance of the conservation area caused by the scale, bulk and design of the proposed extensions, particularly the rear dormer, was not outweighed by the modest public benefit of improved accommodation.

Framework references: 215

Plan policies cited: CP4, DM14, DM16, DM33, FAV10, FAV11

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