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Dismissed28 July 20213268290

72 Bagot Street, Liverpool, L15 0HT

Planning appeal 3268290 at 72 Bagot Street, Liverpool, L15 0HT (Liverpool City Council) was dismissed on 28 July 2021 by Inspector Caine M, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the living conditions of the residents of neighbouring properties in the surrounding area, with particular reference to outlook, light, noise and disturbance.

Change of Use to 6 bed HMO

Authority
Liverpool City Council
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Change of use
Inspector
Caine M
Postcode
L15 0HT

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposal on the living conditions of the residents of neighbouring properties in the surrounding area, with particular reference to outlook, light, noise and disturbance
  • Whether the proposal would provide acceptable living conditions for future residents, with particular reference to outlook and natural light
  • The effect of the operational development proposed on the character and appearance of the existing building and the surrounding area
  • The effect of the proposal on the balance and mix of housing in the area

What decided it

The significantly harmful effect on neighbouring residents' living conditions through noise and disturbance from the intensity of use by six unconnected individuals, combined with unacceptable living conditions for future residents due to inadequate natural light and outlook in bedroom 5.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
UDP Policy H7UDP Policy H8Emerging Plan Policy H10Emerging Plan Policy H11SPG 7: Conversion of Buildings into Flats and Bedsits
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 48

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