Planning appeal decision
127 Alexandra Road, Poole, BH14 9EW
Planning appeal 3288243 at 127 Alexandra Road, Poole, BH14 9EW (Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole) was dismissed on 30 May 2022 by Inspector Blackwell J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area.
severance of existing plot, demolition of existing garage and erection of dwelling with associated landscaping and parking
- Authority
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Blackwell J
- Postcode
- BH14 9EW
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
- the living conditions of the occupiers of the proposed new dwelling, with particular regard to external space
- the integrity of Poole Harbour and the Dorset Heathlands
What decided it
The adverse impacts of the development in terms of harm to the character and appearance of the area would significantly and demonstrably outweigh its benefits, such that the presumption in favour of sustainable development does not apply.
The conflict with relevant Local Plan policies on design and character, attributed significant weight even under the tilted balance, outweighed the modest housing contribution and minor economic benefits.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy PP27Policy PP28
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 11Paragraph 219Paragraph 130
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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