Planning appeal decision
23 Great Oaks, Hutton, Brentwood, CM13 1AZ
Planning appeal 3373618 at 23 Great Oaks, Hutton, Brentwood, CM13 1AZ (Brentwood Borough Council) was allowed on 16 April 2026 by Inspector Barnes S, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area.
a side/rear single-storey extension
- Authority
- Brentwood Borough Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Barnes S
- Postcode
- CM13 1AZ
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area
- effect of the proposal on the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers, with particular regard to outlook and enclosure
What decided it
The proposal's modest scale, subservient proportions, use of matching materials, and limited impact on neighbouring outlook and enclosure meant it would not cause material harm to character and appearance or living conditions, thereby complying with Strategic Policy BE14.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Strategic Policy BE14
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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