19-21 Ratby Road, Groby, Leics, LE6 0GF

the change of use from residential to commercial for No.21 Ratby Road. Demolition of retaining walls and outbuildings. Erection of two dwellings, formation of new access and car park

Authority: Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Change of use
Inspector: Bayliss G

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposal on the character or appearance of the Groby Conservation area and on the setting of a nearby Listed Building
Whether the proposal would provide acceptable living conditions for future occupants, with regard to noise disturbance
The effect of the proposal on highway safety

What decided it

The proposal would enhance the character and appearance of the Conservation Area and the setting of the Listed Building through removal of an unkempt site and replacement with well-designed dwellings, while acceptable living conditions and highway safety could be secured through conditions.

Framework references: 199, 200

Plan policies cited: Policy DM12, Policy DM10, Policy DM11, Policy DM17

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