Clinton Stores, Clinton Place, SUNDERLAND, SR3 3SL

erection of a single-storey side extension with balustrade to roof area to create a roof terrace (to allow for enlarged roof terrace area within balustrade area - free go resubmission of approved application 21/01719/FUL)

Authority: Sunderland City Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: retail · Other minor developments
Inspector: Nilsson A

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed roof terrace on the living conditions of occupants of surrounding residential properties with regard to noise and disturbance

What decided it

The proposed roof terrace would be largely open and elevated, subjecting nearby residential properties to highly noticeable and greater noise levels and perceived overlooking that would cause significant harm to living conditions, contrary to the development plan.

Plan policies cited: Policy BH1 of the Sunderland Core Strategy and Development Plan (2020), Sunderland Development Management Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) (2021)

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