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Dismissed18 September 20266011087

37 Fawkham Avenue, Longfield, DA3 7HS

Planning appeal 6011087 at 37 Fawkham Avenue, Longfield, DA3 7HS (Dartford Borough Council) was dismissed on 18 September 2026 by Inspector B Pattison, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and surrounding area.

Erection of two-storey front, rear and flanking side extensions, with a Juliette balcony to the rear, a garage conversion, external façade alterations and roof lights. Raising of roof height and re-structuring to create a simple four-sided pitched roof with table top (crown roof), in connection with a part loft conversion to create additional storage and study. Demolition of the remaining conservatory components.

Authority
Dartford Borough Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder
Procedure
Written
Development
residential
Inspector
B Pattison
Postcode
DA3 7HS

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and surrounding area.

What decided it

The substantial width and prominence of the proposed crown roof design would result in harm to the character and appearance of the host dwelling and surrounding area, conflicting with development plan policies requiring high quality design based on local character.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy M1Policy M10

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