Sicilian Court, 901 Dunstable Road, LUTON, LU4 0HR

addition to the existing building of two flats, at second floor level

Authority: Luton Borough Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Allen K

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area
the effect of the proposal on the living conditions of the occupiers of the properties fronting Dunstable Road, with particular regard to overshadowing and outlook
the effect of the proposal on the living conditions of future occupiers, with particular regard to outdoor amenity space

What decided it

The significant harm to the character and appearance of the area and the living conditions of occupiers at Nos 907 and 909 Dunstable Road demonstrably outweighs the moderate benefits of housing delivery on a brownfield site.

The adverse impacts on character and appearance and the living conditions of existing occupiers would significantly and demonstrably outweigh the moderate benefits of housing delivery and efficient use of previously developed land, even if a 5-year housing land supply could not be demonstrated.

Framework references: 11

Plan policies cited: Policy LLP1, Policy LLP25, Policy LLP15

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Heritage. Listed buildings by grade and distance, conservation areas, scheduled monuments, registered parks and gardens, heritage at risk.
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