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Split Decision24 February 20266003385

7 Besscaps, Elmley Castle, Pershore, Worcs, WR10 3HW

Planning appeal 6003385 at 7 Besscaps, Elmley Castle, Pershore, Worcs, WR10 3HW (Wychavon District Council) was allowed in part (a split decision) on 24 February 2026 by Inspector Redford R, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed extension on the character and appearance of the host dwelling.

a two storey rear extension and dropped kerb

Authority
Wychavon District Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Redford R
Postcode
WR10 3HW

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed extension on the character and appearance of the host dwelling
  • The living conditions of the occupants of 8 Besscaps with specific regard to access to light and outlook from its habitable rooms

What decided it

The proposed two-storey extension's flat roof design with eaves higher than the host dwelling would create an unsympathetic, visually jarring form that would overwhelm and harm the character and appearance of the host dwelling, contrary to the development plan.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
SWDP 21South Worcestershire Design Guide Supplementary Planning Document

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