Land to North of substation on Eason View, to rear of 2 & 4 Gower Road, Dringhouses, York, YO24 2HX

proposed dwelling with rear & side garden and 2 no. parking spaces, utilising existing drop kerb & access to substation

Authority: City of York Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Teasdale N

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the surrounding area
The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of the occupiers of properties located along Gower Road with particular reference to the amenity areas, in relation to outlook and privacy

What decided it

The unacceptable harm to the character and appearance of the surrounding area caused by the constrained site shape forcing a cramped, overdeveloped form inconsistent with the established pattern of development significantly and demonstrably outweighs the modest housing supply benefit.

Framework references: 12

Plan policies cited: Policy D1 of the emerging LP, Policy GP1 of the DCLP, Policy GP10 of the DCLP, Policy H7 of the DCLP

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