Planning inspector rejects bungalows for Worcester and Malvern gardens
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 12 Oct, 06:18 · Archive
A planning inspector has dismissed an appeal to build a bungalow in a Worcester garden, citing concerns about space and character.
A planning inspector has rejected a scheme to build a three-bedroom detached bungalow in the garden of a Worcester home at 64 Prestwich Avenue. Worcester City Council turned down the plans in January, but applicant Mohammed Toqeer appealed the decision. Inspector D Marley dismissed the appeal, ruling that the proposal would harm the character of the Nunnery Wood area and impact road safety.
The inspector criticised the design of the bungalow, noting that although described as such, the inclusion of a roof dormer 'would appear as a bulky addition to the roofline', out of character with neighbouring properties. Most significantly, D Marley found the proposal fell short of space requirements set out in planning policy. The inspector concluded that future occupiers would have 'an unacceptably cramped internal layout' with insufficient space for household items and everyday activities such as cooking and dining.
In a separate matter, Malvern Hills District Council's rejection of plans to build two bungalows in a garden at Bellars Lane, Malvern in August is now under appeal to a planning inspector. The council had previously approved demolition of the existing bungalow and its replacement with two houses. Approval of the current appeal would bring the total number of proposed homes on the site to four. Neighbours have objected, with Stephen Green describing it as a 'gross overdevelopment'.
How it is being reported
- Rejected bungalow plan for Malvern to be decided by planning inspectorA REJECTED bungalow scheme has gone to appeal.Malvern Gazette · 12 Oct, 05:00
- Plans for 'cramped' bungalow in city garden dismissed by planning inspectorA REJECTED scheme for a ‘‘cramped’’ bungalow in the garden of a Worcester home has been dismissed by a planning inspector.Worcester News · 11 Oct, 05:00
In this story: Worcester · Mohammed Toqeer · D Marley · Malvern · Bellars Lane · Worcester City Council · Malvern Hills District Council
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