67 Copperkins Lane, Amersham, HP6 5RA

Planning appeal 3373123 at 67 Copperkins Lane, Amersham, HP6 5RA (Buckinghamshire Council - Chiltern Area *) was allowed on 5 November 2025 by Inspector Allan J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal upon the character and appearance of the area with specific regard to an increased depth by 1m to a part first-floor extension and two front dormer windows.

‘Proposal is based on consent PL/24/0981/FA with the following amends -- Part first floor extension increased by 1 metre - 2 new front dormer windows’

Authority: Buckinghamshire Council - Chiltern Area *
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Allan J
Postcode: HP6 5RA

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposal upon the character and appearance of the area with specific regard to an increased depth by 1m to a part first-floor extension and two front dormer windows

What decided it

The proposed amendments, including the 1m increased depth and front dormer windows, would not result in any significant or harmful impact upon the woodland character of the area or conflict with policies requiring high standards of design that respect local character.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy CS20 of the Core Strategy for Chiltern DistrictPolicy GC1 of the Chiltern District Local PlanPolicy H18 of the Chiltern District Local Plan

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