5 Celtic Road, Byfleet, West Byfleet, KT14 7SU

a new dwelling attached to No 5 Celtic Road

Authority: Woking Borough Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning
Procedure: Written
Development: residential
Postcode: KT14 7SU

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers, with particular regard to privacy

What decided it

The harm to character and appearance and to neighbouring living conditions significantly and demonstrably outweighs the moderate benefits of housing supply from a single dwelling.

The benefits of housing supply and other scheme benefits (moderate weight) were significantly and demonstrably outweighed by the harm to character and appearance and neighbouring living conditions, resulting in a conclusion that the proposal does not amount to sustainable development.

Framework references: 11

Plan policies cited: Policy DM10 of the Woking Development Management Policies DPD (2016), Policy CS21 of the Woking Core Strategy (2012), Policy CS24 of the Woking Core Strategy (2012)

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Heritage. Listed buildings by grade and distance, conservation areas, scheduled monuments, registered parks and gardens, heritage at risk.
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