Decision Maker: Local Planning Committee

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: January 27, 2026

Purpose:

Content: Resolved that planning permission for the construction of a rear extension to the lower ground floor with associated internal alterations be REFUSED the reasons set out in Appendix 2 of the report, by reason of its excessive scale, bulk, detailed design, in combination with its “wraparound” nature, would constitute an incongruous and unsympathetic development which would cause harm to the character and design context of the locally listed host dwellinghouse, the surrounding area, and the Ashburnham Triangle Conservation Area more widely.   That the Assistant Director (Planning & Building Control) be authorised to make any minor changes to the detailed reason for refusal as set out in Appendix 2 of the report, where the Assistant Director (Planning & Building Control) considers it appropriate, before issuing the decision notice.