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Allowed12 December 20253372823

12 Parkwood Avenue, Esher, Surrey, KT10 8DG

Planning appeal 3372823 at 12 Parkwood Avenue, Esher, Surrey, KT10 8DG (Elmbridge Borough Council) was allowed on 12 December 2025 by Inspector Gardner L, 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.

removal of existing conservatory. Proposed rear ground, first and loft extensions with garage conversion

Authority
Elmbridge Borough Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Gardner L
Postcode
KT10 8DG

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
  • whether the proposed development would have an acceptable effect on flood risk and incorporate appropriate sustainable drainage measures

What decided it

The presence of similar roof additions at the neighbouring property (No 14) formed a material consideration demonstrating that the proposal would maintain established character and assimilate well with the surrounding area, combined with the submission of a comprehensive and proportionate Flood Risk Assessment with appropriate mitigation measures.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy CS17 of the Elmbridge Core Strategy (2011)Policy DM2 of the Elmbridge Local Plan Development Management Plan (2015)Policy CS26 of the Elmbridge Core Strategy (2011)

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