64 Swanpool Lane, Aughton, Ormskirk, L39 5AZ

single story extension to rear of house. Side dormer to be made full height in line with roof of existing dwelling, come out 1.911m at the front to match the other side. Loft conversion, render the dwelling and a 1m front wall with 4 x 1.9m pillars

Authority: West Lancashire District Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Manchester S

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposal on the living conditions of the residential occupiers of No 62, with particular regard to outlook and light

What decided it

The two-storey side extension would be overbearing and would significantly diminish outlook and result in loss of light and sunlight to the neighbouring property No 62, causing significant harm to residential amenity.

The proposal conflicted with the development plan with no material considerations to outweigh that conflict.

Plan policies cited: Policy GN3 of the West Lancashire Local Plan 2012-2027 Adopted October 2013

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