Planning appeal decision
Woodhatch Cottage, 62 Woodham Road, Horsell, Woking, GU21 4EH
Planning appeal 6007333 at Woodhatch Cottage, 62 Woodham Road, Horsell, Woking, GU21 4EH (Woking Borough Council) was allowed on 7 August 2026 by Inspector Simon J Cater, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area.
Erection of two storey front and side elevation, single storey rear extension and front porch canopy following demolition of existing single storey side extensions and detached triple garage; erection of new front boundary treatment consisting of front entry gates with brick pillars and metal railing fence and pedestrian gate; alterations to existing vehicular access; proposed render to all elevations and alterations to fenestration
- Authority
- Woking Borough Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder
- Procedure
- Written
- Development
- residential
- Inspector
- Simon J Cater
- Postcode
- GU21 4EH
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
What decided it
The replacement of the existing fragmented frontage with a more integrated built form that would remain comfortably accommodated within the spacious plot and preserve the character of the area.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy CS21 of the Woking Core Strategy (2012)Policy CS24 of the Woking Core Strategy (2012)
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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