®Planning appeal decision
5 Bridgewater, Leven Bank, Yarm, TS15 9BF
Planning appeal 3295444 at 5 Bridgewater, Leven Bank, Yarm, TS15 9BF (Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council) was dismissed on 27 May 2022 by Inspector Caines A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether the condition is reasonable or necessary to protect the living conditions of the residents of 4 Bridgewater with particular regard to privacy.
Erection of single storey rear extension with balcony over, 1 rear Juliet balcony, loft conversion with rear dormer incorporating a Juliet balcony, alterations to exterior decking
- Authority
- Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Caines A
- Postcode
- TS15 9BF
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- Whether the condition is reasonable or necessary to protect the living conditions of the residents of 4 Bridgewater with particular regard to privacy
What decided it
The Inspector's direct observation from the balcony confirmed clear and unobstructed views into the neighbouring garden's patio areas, demonstrating that an obscurely glazed privacy screen was necessary to prevent harmful overlooking effects.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy SD3Policy SD8
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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