Planning appeal decision
21 Pytha Fold Road, Manchester, M20 4UH
Planning appeal 3272603 at 21 Pytha Fold Road, Manchester, M20 4UH (Manchester City Council) was dismissed on 16 July 2021 by Inspector Caine M, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the development on the living conditions of the residents of 19 and 23 Pytha Fold Road, with particular reference to light and outlook.
a rendered part single part/ two storey rear extension with Juliet balcony to form additional living accommodation
- Authority
- Manchester City Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Caine M
- Postcode
- M20 4UH
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the development on the living conditions of the residents of 19 and 23 Pytha Fold Road, with particular reference to light and outlook
- The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the dwelling and the surrounding area
What decided it
The material harm caused by the white render finish to the character and appearance of the dwelling and surrounding area, which is an overriding concern that conflicts with the development plan policies.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy DM1Policy SP1Saved UDP Policy DC1
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 127
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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