The Cottage, Back Lane, Kenninghall, NR16 2EE

Planning appeal 6006321 at The Cottage, Back Lane, Kenninghall, NR16 2EE (Breckland District Council) was dismissed on 23 July 2026 by Inspector Edward Dade, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the Kenninghall Conservation Area.

described on the application form as: “Removal of the existing thatched roof covering to all principal roof slopes and replacement with plain clay tiles to match the material already used on the rear elevation of the dwelling. The proposal involves no alteration to the roof structure, form, ridge height, or eaves level. Existing bargeboards and fascias will be retained or replaced in matching timber as necessary. The change will provide a consistent, durable, and traditional roof finish that is in keeping with the character of the property and the wider Kenninghall Conservation Area

Authority: Breckland District Council
Appeal type: Planning
Procedure: Written
Development: residential
Inspector: Edward Dade
Postcode: NR16 2EE

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the Kenninghall Conservation Area

What decided it

The absence of any defined public benefit to outweigh the considerable harm to the character and appearance of the Conservation Area caused by the loss of the distinctive thatched roof and reduction in diversity of traditional materials.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy COM01Policy GEN02Policy ENV07
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 210Paragraph 212Paragraph 213Paragraph 215

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