Easton Way / Stapleton Road, Easton, Bristol, BS5 0QA

a proposed 15m Phase 8 Monopole C/W wraparound Cabinet at base and associated ancillary works

Authority: Bristol City Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: telecoms · Minor retail and services
Inspector: Allen M

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area, including the effect on nearby trees, as well as on the living conditions of nearby occupiers

What decided it

The significant potential for the proposed mast's siting to cause damage to or loss of nearby mature trees, which would have a substantial adverse effect on the character and appearance of the area, outweighed the economic and social benefits of 5G advancement.

The economic and social benefits of 5G technological innovation did not outweigh the significant harm that would potentially be caused to the character and appearance of the area through damage to nearby trees.

Framework references: 114

Plan policies cited: Policy BCS9 of the Bristol City Council - Core Strategy (2011), Policy DM7 of the Bristol City Council – Site Allocations and Development Management Policies Document (2014)

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