Wayne Taylor

I don't know the full story (apologies if it is on a different thread) and it appears you are frustrated with your neighbours for previous actions, some of which may be fully justified. My only advice would be, don't cut your nose off to spite your face - neighbours can cause significant issues both during the build and whilst you're living there - I know I could do without that added stress. Maybe a 30 min conversation is worthwhile even if you end up with the same outcome as now - nothing to lose?

Seems to me in some cases that people don't like change regardless of there being some merit in the application, therefore they'll refuse/object in the hope it will put the applicant's off the process - and I've seen this happen too. Perseverance is key as it sounds like you have a case. Good luck

If a neighbor has built bigger than your development and with similar materials, surely this sets a precedent for approval at appeal stage?