60 Beech Road, MANCHESTER, M21 9EG

a glazed retractable awning structure to the flat roof to create an outdoor terrace area

Authority: Manchester City Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: leisure-sport · Minor retail and services
Inspector: Jones D

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area, including the Wilbraham Road/Edge Lane (Extension) Conservation Area
the effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of occupiers of nearby residential properties, with particular regard to noise, privacy, and whether or not it would result in an overbearing effect

What decided it

The moderate but less than substantial harm to the character and appearance of the conservation area, combined with the unacceptable increase in noise and disturbance to neighbouring residential properties, could not be justified by the public benefits of sustaining the restaurant business.

Framework references: 199, 202

Plan policies cited: Policy SP1, Policy EN3, Policy DM1, Policy DC18, Policy DC26

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