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We Hate Our Neighbour’s ‘brash’ New House – It’s ‘inappropriate And Excessively Big’… Our Posh Village Is Now Ruined
NEIGHBOURS have slammed plans for a “brash” new house – which they claim will ruin their posh village.
The two-storey property is expected to be given the go-ahead despite an outcry from locals in second homes hotspot Burnham Market in Norfolk.
Atelier AssociatesPlans for a ‘brash’ new house which is set to get the nod has been met with outcry from locals[/caption] Atelier AssociatesThe proposed new property on Herring’s Lane at Burnham Market in Norfolk[/caption]The current home is a four-bedroom holiday let, with the new home to have five bedrooms and a wine room.
The parish council objected to the proposals, which they deemed “not appropriate” for the location on leafy Herrings Lane, due to the “excessive height and scale”.
It added that the amenity of neighbouring homes would be affected with the house to be built in a “highly sensitive and visible location”.
Seven locals have also submitted objections – though councillors have been recommended to approve the plans, reports Eastern Daily Press.
One said: “A quiet, unpretentious house that adds to Herrings Lane would be better than a big, brasher house.”
Another described the proposed home as “overbearing”.
The planning officer’s report says: “The proposed dwelling is considered appropriate to its location along Herrings Lane, which predominantly comprises two-storey contemporary dwellings.
“These contemporary two-storey dwellings form part of the context and character of Herrings Lane.”
The fresh gaff will be built if the plans are greenlit when councillors meet on May 6.
The planning officer’s report added: “The proposed dwelling is considered appropriate to its location along Herrings Lane, which predominantly comprises two-storey contemporary dwellings.
“These contemporary two-storey dwellings form part of the context and character of Herrings Lane.”
Narrow Herring’s Lane leads uphill from the centre of Burnham Market towards Burnham Overy Staithe.
Properties on Narrow Herring’s Lane routinely fetch more than £1m, with the most recent selling in 2022 selling for a staggering £3.8m.
SLICE AWAY
It comes after fuming residents living in a quaint town fought back against plans to bring a Domino’s Pizza to their high street.
Disgruntled locals in Manningtree, Essex, say that the fast-food chain would detract from the town’s “character and independent charm”.
Domino’s has now submitted a planning application to convert the town’s old Barclays bank into a takeaway outlet.
But the move has sparked a flood of objections, with over 90 comments lodged so far against the new branch of the fast-food chain.
Residents have made their opinions known as they fiercely oppose plans for the new store slap bang in the middle of town.
Many fear the arrival of the pizza chain will damage Manningtree’s independent charm and change the nature of the town.
Local Sarah Mawkes, who runs The Wholefood Store on the high street, said: “As the owner of an independent business proudly serving this community since 1998, I feel deeply concerned by the proposed opening of a Domino’s.
“This isn’t just about competition – it’s a shift that threatens the identity, values and environmental integrity of a place we all call home.”
How to resolve a neighbour dispute
According to Citizens Advice
Talk your neighbour
If you feel as though you can safely, you should approach your neighbour to discuss the problem first.
Take a note of the time and date you spoke to them, in case you need it for evidence later.
If you can’t speak to them face-to-face, you can write them a letter.
Tell them about the issue you would like to fix and how they can do their part.
Talk to your neighbour’s landlord
If your neighbour is a tenant, you can talk to their landlord. This could be the local council, a housing association or a private landlord.
Get support from a residents’ or tenants’ association
If there’s a residents’ or tenants’ association where you live, they might be able to offer additional support.
If more people complain, the dispute will be less personal, which may help your case.
Go though a mediation service
Mediators are independent and will listen to both sides to help you reach an agreement.
You might have to pay for mediation, but their is financial support available for those who are eligible.
Contact your local council
The local council can actually still help solve disputes between neighbours – even if the neighbours are not living in local council housing.
Contact a local councillor or MP
You can contact a local councillor or MP for help, you can find out who represents you through GOV.UK.
You can write them a letter outlining the issue, remember to keep a copy for yourself.
Contact the police
You can contact the police if a criminal offence is being committed – for example, if your neighbour is:
- being violent or harassing you
- making excessive noise – the police can visit the neighbour or issue fines to people who have failed to stop the noise after being asked to do so, or they can confiscate sound producing equipment
If you’re not sure whether what your neighbour is doing is a crime, contact your local council, phone 101, or contact your local police station for advice.
Consult a lawyer
You can send your neighbour a letter from a solicitor to show that you’re serious about your complaint.
A letter from a solicitor might help to explain the legal position in a dispute, for example if neighbours can’t agree about the position of a boundary.
Take legal action
Legal action should be a last resort after you’ve tried speaking to your neighbour and taking action through your local council.
Going to court might resolve the dispute but damage your relationship with your neighbours.
It’s also expensive unless you’re eligible for legal aid or are using the simple procedure
