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Allowed27 August 20266011690

190 York Way, Watford, WD25 9RX

Planning appeal 6011690 at 190 York Way, Watford, WD25 9RX (Watford) was allowed on 27 August 2026 by Inspector C J Tivey, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the appeal proposal upon the character and appearance of the area.

single storey rear extension, double storey side extension and front porch amendments

Authority
Watford
Appeal type
householder · Householder
Procedure
Written
Development
residential
Inspector
C J Tivey
Postcode
WD25 9RX

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • the effect of the appeal proposal upon the character and appearance of the area
  • the effect upon the living conditions of the occupants of 192 York Way, with specific reference to outlook

What decided it

The proposal would not have a detrimental effect upon the character and appearance of the area or unduly affect the outlook of neighbouring occupants, and therefore complies with the relevant design policies.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy QD6.2Policy QD6.4
National Planning Policy Framework
Policy S4Policy L2Policy DP3

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