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Allowed20 April 20266003826

Magnolia Lodge, Henham Road, Elsenham, Essex, CM22 6DJ

Planning appeal 6003826 at Magnolia Lodge, Henham Road, Elsenham, Essex, CM22 6DJ (Uttlesford District Council) was allowed on 20 April 2026 by Inspector Gee R, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on character and appearance.

demolition of existing dwelling and the erection of a detached replacement self-build dwelling, annexe and double car port. This includes associated access, parking and curtilage at Magnolia Lodge Henham Road Elsenham Essex CM22 6DJ

Authority
Uttlesford District Council
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector
Gee R
Postcode
CM22 6DJ

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposal on character and appearance

What decided it

The combination of the dwelling's deep siting within the plot, retention of mature landscaping, and woodland screening would ensure the proposal integrates into the landscape without harming character and appearance.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Core Policy 2Core Policy 6Core Policy 52

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