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Allowed20 September 20213269995

Moor Lane, Thornton, Crosby, L23 4TW

Planning appeal 3269995 at Moor Lane, Thornton, Crosby, L23 4TW (Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council) was allowed on 20 September 2021 by Inspector Hockenhull H, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area and public views.

the provision of 6 No. new build semi-detached dwelling houses with associated gardens, car parking and access. Appeal B: Ref: APP/M4320/W/21/3269995 Liverpool Ramblers Football Club, Moor Lane, Thornton, Crosby L23 4TW

Authority
Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council
Appeal type
major · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Other Major Developments
Inspector
Hockenhull H
Postcode
L23 4TW

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area and public views

What decided it

The appeal site's existing built form and enclosed character, distinct from the neighbouring open playing fields, meant the proposed development would not result in adverse impact on character and appearance.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy EQ2Policy NH5
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 57

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