Flat 2, 2A Prospect Crescent, HARROGATE, HG1 1RH

replacement of 3rd floor fire escape balcony on rear of property

Authority: Harrogate Borough Council *
Appeal type: other · Listed Building Consent & Conservation Area Consent Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: other · Other minor developments
Inspector: Rann J

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

Whether the proposal would preserve the special interest of the grade II listed building, 1-10 Prospect Crescent, and any of the features of special architectural or historic interest that it possesses
Whether it would preserve or enhance the character and appearance of the Harrogate Conservation Area

What decided it

The private benefits of outdoor amenity space for the occupants do not outweigh the less than substantial but material harm to the special interest of the listed building and the appearance of the conservation area.

The less than substantial harm to the special interest of the listed building and the appearance of the conservation area outweighed the private benefits of outdoor amenity space.

Plan policies cited: Policy HP2 of the Harrogate District Local Plan 2014-2035, Heritage Management Guidance Supplementary Planning Document

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