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Dismissed7 October 20213276241

429 Cog Lane, Burnley, BB11 5HR

Planning appeal 3276241 at 429 Cog Lane, Burnley, BB11 5HR (Burnley Borough Council) was dismissed on 7 October 2021 by Inspector Martinson P, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area.

Demolition of single-storey rear conservatory. Replacement with single storey rear extension including roof terrace accessed from adjusted first floor window

Authority
Burnley Borough Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Martinson P
Postcode
BB11 5HR

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
  • the effect on the living conditions of the occupants of 431 Cog Lane with particular regard to outlook and sunlight

What decided it

The bulky flat-roofed extension with prominent parapet wall would be significantly harmful to the character and appearance of the surrounding area and would result in significant harm to the living conditions of the occupants of the neighbouring property.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy SP5Policy HS5

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