158 Hillcroft Crescent, Oxhey Hall, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD19 4NZ

demolition of existing outbuilding and construction of two storey front and single storey side and rear extensions; replacement of windows; erection of front porch; Juliet balcony and side solar panels; provision of external insulation and render with internal alterations

Authority: Three Rivers District Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Andrews M

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the character or appearance of the host dwelling, the Hillcroft Crescent street scene and the Oxhey Hall Conservation Area, a designated heritage asset

What decided it

The proposed development would not cause harm to the character or appearance of the host dwelling, Hillcroft Crescent street scene, or the Oxhey Hall Conservation Area, as the changes were reasonably modest, essential to improve living space and maintenance, and comparable to alterations already made to similar dwellings in the area.

Framework references: 212, 215

Plan policies cited: CP1, CP12, DM1, DM3, Appendix 2

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