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Allowed1 June 20266004164

22, Lavant Close, Gossops Green Crawley, RH11 8LN

Planning appeal 6004164 at 22, Lavant Close, Gossops Green Crawley, RH11 8LN (Crawley Borough Council) was allowed on 1 June 2026 by Inspector S F Barnes, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed rooftile on the character and appearance of the surrounding area, including whether it would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Gossops Green Neighbourhood Centre Conservation Area.

erection of single storey rear extension

Authority
Crawley Borough Council
Appeal type
Planning
Procedure
Written
Development
residential
Inspector
S F Barnes
Postcode
RH11 8LN

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed rooftile on the character and appearance of the surrounding area, including whether it would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Gossops Green Neighbourhood Centre Conservation Area

What decided it

The colour of the proposed rooftile would complement surrounding brick tones and the contrasting appearance would ensure the original dwelling's massing remains legible whilst the extension appears subordinate, thereby preserving the conservation area's character and appearance.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy DD1Policy CL2Policy HA2Development Guidance 3.9 of the Urban Design Guide SPD (2016)

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