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Notice varied and upheld20 January 20223281878

The Winning Post, Argyle Street, Glascote, Tamworth, B77 3EW

Planning appeal 3281878 at The Winning Post, Argyle Street, Glascote, Tamworth, B77 3EW (Tamworth Borough Council) was allowed in part (a split decision) on 20 January 2022 by Inspector Griffin E, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the surrounding area.

Without planning permission, the construction of a raised platform (decking) with canopy overhead and associated infrastructure

Authority
Tamworth Borough Council
Appeal type
enforcement · Enforcement Notice
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
leisure-sport · Major retail and services
Inspector
Griffin E
Postcode
B77 3EW

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the surrounding area

What decided it

The development's incongruous appearance, unusual design, substantial scale and height, and bright light wood colour create demonstrable visual harm to the character and appearance of the primarily residential surrounding area, particularly in relation to Kenilworth Road and nearby modest bungalows.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy EN5 of the Tamworth Borough Council Local Plan 2006-2031Design: Supplementary Planning Document
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 134

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