65 Bellars Lane, MALVERN, WR14 2DJ

demolition of existing bungalow and erection of 2 pairs of semi detached

Authority: Malvern Hills District Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Law T

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of neighbouring residents, with particular regards to outlook
The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area

What decided it

The significant harm to the living conditions of neighbouring residents through overbearing impact and loss of outlook, which the Inspector ascribed significant weight to, outweighed the limited housing benefits of the four-dwelling scheme in the planning balance.

The adverse impacts of granting planning permission, specifically the significant harm to neighbouring living conditions, significantly and demonstrably outweighed the limited benefits of housing delivery and socio-economic benefits, such that the proposal would not constitute sustainable development

Framework references: 11, 130

Plan policies cited: Policy SWDP21, Policy SWDP13, Policy SWDP25, Policy MD1

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