Old Kent Road, Bermondsey, London, SE17 1HB

telecommunications installation: proposed 20m Phase 8 Monopole C/W wrapround Cabinet at base and associated ancillary works

Authority: London Borough of Southwark
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: telecoms · Other minor developments
Inspector: Johnson W

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the appearance and siting of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the appeal site and surrounding area
the effect of the appearance and siting of the proposed development on pedestrian and highway safety

What decided it

The significant harm to the character and appearance of the site and surrounding area, combined with harm to pedestrian and highway safety, was not outweighed by the economic and social benefits of the telecommunications infrastructure.

The public benefits of the installation in terms of enhancement of the telecommunications network, contribution to economic growth and operational needs did not outweigh the significant harm identified to siting and appearance.

Framework references: 114, 117

Plan policies cited: Saved Policy 3.2, Saved Policy 3.12, Saved Policy 5.3

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