4 Fairfield Close, CHRISTCHURCH, Dorset, BH23 1QZ

to add external wall insulation, alter roof form, add solar PV, add rear terrace, vary window and door positions, extend garage/storeroom, and internal layout changes

Authority: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Leonard S

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host property and the surrounding area
The effect of the proposal on the living conditions of the occupiers of No.2 Fairfield Close, with particular regard to privacy

What decided it

The combination of material harm to the distinctive character and appearance of the property group through incongruous contemporary materials and design, and material harm to neighbour privacy from the large elevated terrace with unobstructed views, outweighed any benefits from improved functionality and renewable energy.

Framework references: 135

Plan policies cited: Policy HE2, Policy ME3, Policy ME4

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