18 Cranborne Gardens Oadby Leicestershire LE2 4EZ

1. 1.The omission of a dropped ridge and use of tiles which do not match the main roof results in development which fails to provide an appearance of subservience to the original dwelling whilst adding to an overall sense of bulk and scale which would be out of character with the dwelling and area to the detriment of visual amenity. As such it is considered that the proposal would result in the deterioration of the character of the area, contrary to Policy 6 of Oadby & Wigston Local Plan (2019).
2. 2.The provision of a large flat roofed entrance porch of contemporary design would be out of character with the original flat roofed porch and similar modestly sized pitched roofed porches in the area to the detriment of visual amenity. As such it is considered that the proposal would result in the deterioration of the character of the area, contrary to Policy 6 of Oadby & Wigston Local Plan (2019).
3. 3.Due to the size of the balcony as constructed and the insufficient detailing for the proposed screening, the balcony would result in significant overlooking and loss of privacy for the occupiers of neighbouring proprieties. As such, the proposal would be contrary to the Residential Development Supplementary Planning Document (2026) and Policy 6 of Oadby & Wigston Local Plan (2019).

From the council's decision notice.

Postcode

LE2 4EZ

Date validated

12 June 2026

Applicant

Private applicant

Case officer

Tom White