91b Cavendish Avenue, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8BS

Planning appeal 3370040 at 91b Cavendish Avenue, Colchester, Essex, CO2 8BS (Colchester Borough Council) was allowed on 10 November 2025 by Inspector Whitfield H, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the appeal building and surrounding area.

Proposed Loft Conversion and New Rear Box Dormer to rear roof slope. Dormer finished in a weatherboard finish and GRP roof. 2 No. New Velux windows to front roof slope. Alterations to Existing Soil Pipe and installation of new Soil Vent Pipe ”

Authority: Colchester Borough Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Other minor developments
Inspector: Whitfield H
Postcode: CO2 8BS

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the appeal building and surrounding area

What decided it

The dormer has been designed with appropriate proportions and insets to respect the host dwelling and would not harm the character and appearance of the building or surrounding area, despite being visible in glimpses from the public realm.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy SP7 of Colchester Borough Local Plan 2013-2033 Section 1Policy DM13 of Colchester Borough Local Plan 2017-2033 Section 2Policy DM15 of Colchester Borough Local Plan 2017-2033 Section 2

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