®Planning appeal decision
Deraleen, Baileypool Road, Packenham, IP31 2LX
Planning appeal 6009314 at Deraleen, Baileypool Road, Packenham, IP31 2LX (West Suffolk) was dismissed on 15 October 2026, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: whether varying the condition would result in a scheme that would be an appropriate form of development outside of a settlement, having regard to the character and appearance of the host property and the surrounding area.
a. one-and-a-half storey front extension b. raising of ground level at front of property to create level access c. single storey side infill extension d. single storey rear extension e. creation of first-floor habitable space including Juliet balcony, rear dormer window and rear rooflights f. raise roof of garage to create first-floor office including external staircase and installation of 16 solar panels g. changes to existing fenestration and wall materials, flint patches inserted into the brick walls” without complying with a condition attached to planning permission Ref DC/24/1308/HH dated 9 January 2025
- Authority
- West Suffolk
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder
- Procedure
- Written
- Development
- residential
- Postcode
- IP31 2LX
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- whether varying the condition would result in a scheme that would be an appropriate form of development outside of a settlement, having regard to the character and appearance of the host property and the surrounding area
What decided it
The proposed increase in eaves height and introduction of front dormers would significantly alter the distinctive roof form and make the dwelling appear much larger and more dominant than its original modest form, failing to meet the requirements of Framework Policy S5 and Local Plan Policy LP17 for appropriate development outside settlements.
Framework Policy S5 paragraph 4 confirms that development not falling within the listed categories should only be approved in exceptional circumstances where the benefits would substantially outweigh the adverse effects, which is not the case; the proposal conflicts with the development plan with no material considerations indicating a decision other than in accordance with it.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy LP17Policy SP4Policy LP9
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Policy S5
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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