Mountleigh, 16 The Barton, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 2NJ

alterations and extensions to the existing dwelling including side and rear extensions and a new mansard-style roof to provide additional accommodation at second-floor level

Authority: Elmbridge Borough Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Miles H

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 existing occupiers with particular regard to any overbearing effect to no 17
The effect of the proposed development on biodiversity

What decided it

The proposed development would harmfully erode the character and appearance of the area by introducing an unacceptably dominant three-storey form that conflicts with the prevailing two-storey pattern and spacious development characteristics of the Burhill Estate.

Plan policies cited: Policy CS10, Policy CS17, Policy DM2, Policy CS15, Policy DM21

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