75 The Cravens, Smallfield, Horley, RH6 9QT

described on the application form as “Retention of the open sided car port. Existing sides removed

Authority: Tandridge District Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder
Procedure: Written
Development: other
Postcode: RH6 9QT

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect on the streetscene and the character and appearance of the locality

What decided it

The position, form and materials of the car port have resulted in unacceptable adverse visual impact on the streetscene and character of the locality, conflicting with the development plan.

The benefits of additional off-road parking and sustainable materials were outweighed by the harm to the streetscene and character and appearance of the locality.

Plan policies cited: Policy CSP18 of the Tandridge District Core Strategy 2008, Policy DP7 of the Tandridge Local Plan Part 2: Detailed Policies 2014

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