Planning appeal decision
Copperfield Lords Moor Lane, Strensall, York, YO32 5XF
Planning appeal 3303939 at Copperfield Lords Moor Lane, Strensall, York, YO32 5XF (City of York Council) was allowed on 20 December 2022 by Inspector Brook S, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether the effect of the proposed roofing material on the character and appearance of the approved development and its surrounding area would be acceptable.
Erection of 1no two storey four-bedroom dwelling following demolition of 3 bedroom bungalow and detached garage
- Authority
- City of York Council
- Appeal type
- other · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Unknown
- Inspector
- Brook S
- Postcode
- YO32 5XF
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- Whether the effect of the proposed roofing material on the character and appearance of the approved development and its surrounding area would be acceptable
What decided it
The proposed metal roof material is consistent with the contemporary design approach already approved for the replacement dwelling and reflected in neighbouring development, and would not harm the character and appearance of the area.
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