Little Acre, Old Rectory Lane, Guildford, KT24 6QH

the erection of a two-storey side and rear extension, single-storey rear extension with changes to the fenestration and roof alterations following demolition of existing attached garages

Authority: Guildford Borough Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder
Procedure: Written
Development: residential
Postcode: KT24 6QH

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

Whether the development would result in an unacceptable effect on the living conditions of the occupants of the neighbouring property Willowhatch with regard to loss of privacy and overlooking

What decided it

The scale and extent of the proposed glazing, particularly the full-height windows and opening doors at first-floor level, would result in an intrusive degree of actual and perceived overlooking of the neighbouring property's rear garden that is unacceptable in this context.

Plan policies cited: Policy D5 of the Guildford Borough Local Plan: Development Management Policies (2023)

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