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Dismissed23 December 20213279863

Kirkstone Road North, Ford , Litherland, L21 7NT

Planning appeal 3279863 at Kirkstone Road North, Ford , Litherland, L21 7NT (Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council) was dismissed on 23 December 2021 by Inspector Rafiq F, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposed development's siting and appearance upon the character and appearance of the surrounding area.

an 18.0m Phase 8 Monopole C/W wrapround Cabinet at base and associated ancillary works

Authority
Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
telecoms · Other minor developments
Inspector
Rafiq F
Postcode
L21 7NT

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • the effect of the proposed development's siting and appearance upon the character and appearance of the surrounding area

What decided it

The excessive height of the mast and its positioning would result in it appearing as an incongruous feature harmful to the character of the area, and the need for the proposal does not outweigh this harm given that less harmful alternatives have not been properly explored.

The substantial benefits of 5G coverage and telecommunications infrastructure were outweighed by the harm to character and appearance and significant harm to residential outlook.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
EQ2HC3
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 115

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