94 Ambleside Close, Blackburn , BB1 5HE

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

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.

Framework references: 130

Plan policies cited: 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)

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