| 1. | The proposed replacement roof, by virtue of the significant increase in height, change in form, and overall appearance, would substantially harm the character of the dwelling and wider street scene. The proposal therefore fails to respond to, and draw inspiration from the surrounding area's distinctive, built characteristics. The increase in the overall scale, the loss of the original form, and the massing of the building would all result in the proposals failing to reinforce local identity and fail to maintain or enhance the character and appearance of the building, street scene, its immediate surroundings and the wider setting. The application is therefore contrary to Core Strategy (2015) Policy CS9 and Local Plan Part 2 (2021) Policy H9. |