Phoenix House (now known as Oak View), Overdale, Ashtead, KT21 1PW

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

• The effect of the proposed development upon the character and appearance of the area
• Whether the proposed development would provide adequate living conditions for future occupiers with regard to outdoor amenity space
• The effect of the proposal upon a neighbouring Oak tree
• The effect of the proposed development upon the safe and efficient operation of the local highway network

What decided it

The unacceptable relationship between the proposed dwelling and the neighbouring Oak tree, combined with the unsafe and inefficient highway access arrangements, rendered the development unacceptable despite acceptable character and appearance impacts.