Westholme, 2 The Springs, Bowdon, ALTRINCHAM, WA14 3JH

erection of a single storey rear extension and garage building following demolition of existing rear extensions and side garage; installation of roof lights on main roof of building; and erection of new front boundary wall, piers and railings

Authority: Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Redford R

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and whether it would preserve or enhance the character and appearance of the Devisdale Conservation Area.

What decided it

The proposed development would cause less than substantial harm to the character and appearance of the conservation area, and the limited public benefits do not outweigh this harm as required by paragraph 202 of the Framework.

Framework references: 189, 199, 202, 203

Plan policies cited: Policy L7, Policy R1

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