Planning appeal decision
135 Chapel Lane, Hale Barns, Altringham, WA15 0SW
Planning appeal 3277429 at 135 Chapel Lane, Hale Barns, Altringham, WA15 0SW (Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council) was dismissed on 27 July 2021 by Inspector Partington A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area.
alterations to front elevation including single-storey rear, part two storey side extension, including additional boundary walls, railing & entrance gate and new hardstanding
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Partington A
- Postcode
- WA15 0SW
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area
What decided it
The proposal would unacceptably harm the character and appearance of the area through its contemporary design, roof complexity, fenestration emphasis, and removal of the boundary hedge, conflicting with Policy L7 of the Trafford Core Strategy.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy L7 of the Trafford Core Strategy (adopted January 2012)
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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