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Allowed26 October 20266014633

16 Paradise Road, Writtle, Chelmsford, CM1 3HP

Planning appeal 6014633 at 16 Paradise Road, Writtle, Chelmsford, CM1 3HP (Chelmsford City Council) was allowed on 26 October 2026, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed front dormer on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and wider area.

Authority
Chelmsford City Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder
Procedure
Written
Development
residential
Postcode
CM1 3HP

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed front dormer on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and wider area

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What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy DM23 of the Chelmsford Local Plan May 2020
National Planning Policy Framework
Policy S3

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