| 1. | The extended area of hard surfacing by reason of its overall expanse, combined with the loss of soft landscaping, would set an undesirable precedent, detrimental to the open and verdant character of the Gidea Park Conservation Area. The proposal would neither preserve or enhance the character and appearance of the Gidea Park Conservation Area contrary to Policies DC61 and DC68 of the LDF Development Control Policies Development Plan Document, the Heritage SPD and the guidance contained within the NPPF. |