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Allowed20 March 20233309256

24 - 28 Piccadilly, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 1EG

Planning appeal 3309256 at 24 - 28 Piccadilly, Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, ST1 1EG (Stoke-on-Trent City Council) was allowed on 20 March 2023 by Inspector Hitchcock R, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: whether or not the proposed flats would provide a suitable standard of living conditions for prospective occupiers having particular regard to space and natural light.

the change of use of upper floors of 24-28 Piccadilly into residential units

Authority
Stoke-on-Trent City Council
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Change of use
Inspector
Hitchcock R
Postcode
ST1 1EG

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • whether or not the proposed flats would provide a suitable standard of living conditions for prospective occupiers having particular regard to space and natural light
  • whether or not the development would preserve or enhance the character and appearance of the Hanley Conservation Area

What decided it

The proposed dormers and alterations, secured by planning conditions, would provide adequate natural light and living conditions while preserving the character and appearance of the conservation area and the building itself.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy CSP1Policy HE4
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 55Paragraph 56

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