94 Ambleside Close, Blackburn , BB1 5HE

Planning appeal 3287866 at 94 Ambleside Close, Blackburn , BB1 5HE (Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council) was dismissed on 24 February 2022 by Inspector Clowes M, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the development upon the character and appearance of the area, including the host dwelling and the living conditions of the occupiers of 92 and 96 Ambleside Close, with particular regard to outlook.

proposed single storey rear extension and alteration to roof height with rear dormer

Authority: Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Clowes M
Postcode: BB1 5HE

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the development upon the character and appearance of the area, including the host dwelling and the living conditions of the occupiers of 92 and 96 Ambleside Close, with particular regard to outlook

What decided it

The proposed roof alteration and dormer window would have a harmful effect on the character and appearance of the area and would adversely affect the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers, conflicting with the Development Plan.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy 11 of the Blackburn with Darwen Local Plan Part 2; Site Allocations and Development Management Policies (2015)Policy 8 of the Local Plan Part 2 (2015)RES E2 of the Residential Design Guide SPD (2012)RES E4 of the Residential Design Guide SPD (2012)RES E7 of the Residential Design Guide SPD (2012)RES E13 of the Residential Design Guide SPD (2012)
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 130

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