Planning appeal decision
24 Nutcombe Crescent, Rochford, SS4 1RT
Planning appeal 6006657 at 24 Nutcombe Crescent, Rochford, SS4 1RT (Rochford) was dismissed on 24 August 2026 by Inspector Terrence Kemmann-Lane, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the front dormer on the character and appearance of the bungalow and the streetscene generally.
Single storey rear extension and proposed loft conversion, flat roof front dormer and flat roof rear dormer with associated internal alterations
- Authority
- Rochford
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder
- Procedure
- Written
- Development
- residential
- Inspector
- Terrence Kemmann-Lane
- Postcode
- SS4 1RT
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- the effect of the front dormer on the character and appearance of the bungalow and the streetscene generally
What decided it
The flat roofed front dormer would be a prominent and incongruous addition out of character with the immediate neighbouring properties and in conflict with SPD2 design policy.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- SPD2 Paragraph 8.2
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 139
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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