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Allowed30 September 20213266369

609 Hitchin Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU2 7UW

Planning appeal 3266369 at 609 Hitchin Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU2 7UW (Luton Borough Council) was allowed on 30 September 2021 by Inspector Aqbal M, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area.

erection of 3 two-bed duplex flats with associated off-street parking after demolition of rear of property and erection of first floor side extension over A1 ground floor retail to provide 1 two-bed duplex flat

Authority
Luton Borough Council
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector
Aqbal M
Postcode
LU2 7UW

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area
  • The effect of the proposal on the living conditions of neighbours
  • Whether the proposed accommodation would be of an acceptable quality

What decided it

The proposal's design response, which through traditional forms, materials and layout would complement the existing character and appearance of the area whilst providing acceptable living conditions and accommodation quality.

What the Inspector cited

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