Telecommunications Site 56072/SPT019 Augmented Agents, Manchester Road, Heaton Norris, Stockport, SK4 1TN

extension of existing GRP chimney shroud by 1.5m with internal works comprising the removal and replacement of 3no antennas, internal upgrade of existing equipment room and other associated ancillary works thereto

Authority: Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: telecoms · Other minor developments
Inspector: Wilson L

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the surrounding area and the non-designated heritage asset (Bourne St Works, former Bethesda Chapel)

What decided it

The public benefits of the telecommunications infrastructure, including 5G coverage and emergency services network strengthening, outweighed the less than substantial harm to the non-designated heritage asset when considered against the siting, design and appearance measures employed.

Framework references: 114, 117, 199, 200, 202, 203

Plan policies cited: Policy SIE-1, Policy SIE-3, Policy SIE-5, Stockport Metropolitan Borough Council Local Development Framework: Core Strategy DPD (2011), Stockport Unitary Development Plan Radio Telecommunication Development Supplementary Guidance (2003)

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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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