Pavement opposite 44 Union Street, KT1 1RP, Kingston, KT1 1RP

The installation of a multi-functional Communications Hub including advertisement display, as illustrated in the attached documentation

Authority: Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: advertisement · Minor retail and services
Inspector: Robbie K

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the development on the character, appearance and amenity of the area, having regard to setting of the Kingston Old Town Conservation Area and nearby listed buildings
Highway (public) safety, with regard to the safe movement of pedestrians
The risk of crime and public safety
Whether the proposed development has been suitably designed to minimise energy consumption

What decided it

The proposal would cause unacceptable harm to the character and appearance of the area, adversely affect pedestrian safety, and introduce an unacceptable risk to crime safety, which together outweighed the benefits of the public service provision.

Framework references: 111, 152, 154

Plan policies cited: CS8, DM10, London Plan Policy D3

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