Braintree - LPP 41: Garden Extensions

LPP 41: Garden Extensions.

The extension of a garden will only be permitted where all the following criteria are met:

The size of the garden extension is proportionate with the size of the dwelling;
There is no material adverse impact on the character and appearance of the surrounding countryside or street scene or any heritage asset and their setting;
It would have no adverse impact on the amenity of neighbouring properties;
It does not enclose areas intended for amenity open space including, but not limited to those identified on the Proposals Map for visually important open space, allotments, structural landscaping, informal or formal recreation;
There would be no loss of protected natural features, or areas of high wildlife value;
It would not enclose a public right of way, or impact on highway safety or visibility;
It would not interfere with any neighbouring use, including agriculture.

In the countryside, garden extensions along road frontages will be resisted.

Appropriate boundary treatments for the area to be enclosed, including the planting of native species will be specified.

For more information, please visit Braintree District Council’s Local Plan here.