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Split Decision13 October 20253369460

9 Hinksey Close, Slough, SL3 8EB

Planning appeal 3369460 at 9 Hinksey Close, Slough, SL3 8EB (Slough Borough Council) was allowed in part (a split decision) on 13 October 2025 by Inspector Lawrence E, 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 the surrounding area.

retrospective application for a front porch, two storey side, 6m single storey wrap around, part first floor rear extension and a single storey rear outbuilding for use of home office, gym, shower room and storage with pitched roof with render following d emolition of existing garage

Authority
Slough Borough Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Lawrence E
Postcode
SL3 8EB

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the surrounding area
  • The effect of the proposal on the living conditions of the occupiers of the adjacent dwellings, with particular regard to privacy

What decided it

The material harm to the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the pair of dwellings caused by the collective effect of the extensions and alterations, particularly the light-coloured render, larger landing window, and deep gable porch, outweighed any benefits and could not be satisfactorily dealt with by conditions, whereas the rear outbuilding was modest, well-screened and compliant with policies.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Core Policy 8Policy H15Policy EN1Policy EN2Policy DP6Policy DP8Policy EX26Policy EX33
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 131Paragraph 135Paragraph 139

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