Tregenna Steps Studio , Tregenna Terrace, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 2DL

Planning appeal 3298333 at Tregenna Steps Studio , Tregenna Terrace, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 2DL (Cornwall Council) was dismissed on 9 August 2022 by Inspector Roberts G, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of the neighbouring occupiers at 17 Tregenna Terrace, with particular regard to overlooking.

first floor extension with associated works and windows to east elevation

Authority: Cornwall Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Roberts G
Postcode: TR26 2DL

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of the neighbouring occupiers at 17 Tregenna Terrace, with particular regard to overlooking

What decided it

The proposed casement windows would create new direct views into the rear garden of No.17 at first floor level where no such views currently exist, resulting in an unacceptable loss of privacy contrary to development plan policies and the NPPF.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy GD1 (part a) of the St Ives Area Neighbourhood Development Plan 2015-2030Policy 12 (part 2.a) of the Cornwall Local Plan Strategic Policies 2010-2030Policy OS9 of the St Ives Area Neighbourhood Development Plan 2015-2030
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 130

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