Eylesden Hall, Chart Road, Chart Sutton, Kent, ME17 3RF

described on the planning application form as “New roof-level dormer to the side elevation, two new roof dormer windows to the rear elevation, the replacement and enlargement of windows and associated landscape works

Authority: Maidstone Borough Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Evans M

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of a non-designated heritage asset (NDHA)

What decided it

The proposed dormer addition would cause significant harm to the character and appearance of the non-designated heritage asset by unduly domesticating the former school hall and detracting from its architectural and historic significance, which cannot be justified by the modest economic benefits or more efficient use of the site.

Framework references: 125

Plan policies cited: ENV1, LPRSP14(B), LPRSP15, LPRHOU11, LPRQD4

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Heritage. Listed buildings by grade and distance, conservation areas, scheduled monuments, registered parks and gardens, heritage at risk.
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