Oakdale, Charters Road , Ascot , Berkshire, SL5 9QD

Planning appeal 3375021 at Oakdale, Charters Road , Ascot , Berkshire, SL5 9QD (Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead) was allowed on 4 March 2026 by Inspector Chan Markovitz A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the surrounding area.

Roof alterations to include raising of the ridge, 4no. front and 2no. rear dormers to accommodate a loft conversion and alterations to fenestration”

Authority: Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Chan Markovitz A
Postcode: SL5 9QD

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the surrounding area

What decided it

The proposed development would not harm the character and appearance of the host dwelling and surrounding area due to its proportionate scale, subservient dormer design, and substantial screening from public view.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy QP3 of the Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead Borough Local Plan 2013-2033 (2022)Policy DG1 of the Ascot, Sunninghill & Sunningdale Neighbourhood Plan 2011-2026 (2014)Policy DG3 of the Ascot, Sunninghill & Sunningdale Neighbourhood Plan 2011-2026 (2014)

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