Fordlands, Main Road, Christian Malford, Chippenham, SN15 4BB

1. 1.The proposed development, by reason of its scale, form and design, would result in a form of development that fails to respond positively to the character, context and distinctiveness of the host dwelling and its setting. As such, the proposal is contrary to Core Policy 57 (i and iii) of the Wiltshire Core Strategy (2015), the design principles set out in Appendix D of the Wiltshire Design Guide SPD, and paragraphs 131 and 135 of the National Planning Policy Framework, which collectively seek to ensure high-quality design that respects local character and integrates appropriately with its surroundings.
2. 2.The proposed development, by reason of the enlarged balcony, would result in an unacceptable impact on the amenity of adjoining residential occupiers through overlooking and loss of privacy and elevated levels of noise and light. The development would therefore fail to protect the reasonable living conditions of neighbouring properties and is contrary to Core Policy 57 (vii) of the Wiltshire Core Strategy (2015), the guidance contained within Appendix D of the Wiltshire Design Guide SPD, and paragraph 135(f) of the National Planning Policy Framework which requires developments to provide a high standard of amenity for existing and future users.

From the council's decision notice.

Postcode

SN15 4BB

Application type

Householder planning permission

Scale / size

Medium

Parish

Christian Malford CP

Date validated

5 February 2025

Consultation expiry

7 March 2025

Consultation end

7 March 2025

Target decision date

6 June 2025

Committee meeting

4 June 2025

Statutory period

121 days

Documents

11