Planning appeal decision
14 - 22 Vale Royal and 184 York Way, London, N7 9AD
Planning appeal 3295438 at 14 - 22 Vale Royal and 184 York Way, London, N7 9AD (London Borough of Islington) was allowed on 20 May 2022 by Inspector Witherley S, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the visual amenity of the area.
Illuminated fascia signs on north and south elevations
- Authority
- London Borough of Islington
- Appeal type
- commercial · Commercial Appeal Service (CAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- advertisement · Other minor developments
- Inspector
- Witherley S
- Postcode
- N7 9AD
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the visual amenity of the area
What decided it
The proposed illuminated fascia signs would not adversely affect the visual amenity of the area when considered in context with the existing commercial character, previously approved signage, and substantial surrounding features such as the railway bridge.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy DM2.1Policy DM2.6Policy DM2.3
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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