Nicholas Hill Cottage, Tilebarn Lane, Henley, RG91RN

replacement of existing dwelling with new dwelling and garage

Authority: South Oxfordshire
Appeal type: minor · Planning
Procedure: Written
Development: residential
Postcode: RG9 1RN

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area, including the Chilterns National Landscape (NL)
The effect of the proposal on the living conditions of the occupiers of Nicholas Hill Farm with regard to overbearance
Whether the proposal would result in a net loss in biodiversity

What decided it

The siting of the proposed dwelling within the hillside, combined with its contemporary design evoking converted agricultural buildings and the retention of boundary vegetation, would ensure the development conserved the natural beauty of the National Landscape and would not cause significant harm to neighbouring living conditions or biodiversity.

Plan policies cited: Policy H18, Policy DES1, Policy DES2, Policy ENV1, Policy DES6, Policy EN3, Policy DES10, Policy SD3

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