Planning appeal decision
11 Dodson Vale, Kesgrave, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP5 2GT
Planning appeal 3376332 at 11 Dodson Vale, Kesgrave, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP5 2GT (East Suffolk) was dismissed on 18 March 2026 by Inspector Ellis D, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of varying condition 2 on the living conditions of occupiers of 15 Dodson Vale and 3 Rayment Drift, with particular regard to privacy.
construction of a part two storey, part single storey rear extension with loft area converted to office without complying with a condition attached to planning permission Ref DC/24/2156/FUL, dated 9 September 2024
- Authority
- East Suffolk
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Ellis D
- Postcode
- IP5 2GT
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of varying condition 2 on the living conditions of occupiers of 15 Dodson Vale and 3 Rayment Drift, with particular regard to privacy
What decided it
The rooflights as constructed at a lower level than approved create significant loss of privacy to neighbouring occupiers through unacceptable overlooking, conflicting with Policy SCLP11.2 and the SPG guidance.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy SCLP11.2
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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