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Dismissed1 October 20266009577

42 Robinia Close, Laindon, SS15 4HD

Planning appeal 6009577 at 42 Robinia Close, Laindon, SS15 4HD (Basildon Borough Council) was dismissed on 1 October 2026, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposed dwelling on the appearance of the host dwelling, the terrace and the streetscene.

demolition of side porch and erection of single storey rear extension and new front porch to No. 42. Erection of 1no. two-storey dwelling with associated residential curtilage, refuse and cycle storage provision. Creation of additional parking space within existing parking court

Authority
Basildon Borough Council
Appeal type
minor · Planning
Procedure
Written
Development
residential
Postcode
SS15 4HD

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • the effect of the proposed dwelling on the appearance of the host dwelling, the terrace and the streetscene
  • the effect of the proposal on the living conditions of neighbours, particularly Nos.59 and 61

What decided it

The overbearing effect on the living conditions of neighbours at Nos.59 and 61 outweighed the considerations in support of permission.

the overbearing effect on neighbours' living conditions outweighed considerations in support of permission, including the council's lack of a five-year housing land supply and environmental and social benefits

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