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Allowed4 June 20266008566

54 Birch Grove, Slough, SL1 2EP

Planning appeal 6008566 at 54 Birch Grove, Slough, SL1 2EP (Slough) was allowed on 4 June 2026 by Inspector K E Down, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed extension on the character and appearance of the host dwelling, the adjoining terrace and the street scene of Birch Grove.

a single storey front extension

Authority
Slough
Appeal type
householder · Householder
Procedure
Written
Development
residential
Inspector
K E Down
Postcode
SL1 2EP

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed extension on the character and appearance of the host dwelling, the adjoining terrace and the street scene of Birch Grove

What decided it

The proposed extension, owing to its limited depth, sympathetic design, single storey height and respect for the established building line, would have no materially detrimental effect on the character and appearance of the host dwelling, adjoining terrace or street scene.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy EN1Policy EN2Policy H15Policy 8

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