Planning appeal decision
86 Bowood Road, Swindon, SN1 4LR
Planning appeal 3310087 at 86 Bowood Road, Swindon, SN1 4LR (Swindon Borough Council) was allowed on 4 July 2023 by Inspector Rawle S, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area.
the demolition of existing detached garages and proposed erection of 1 bed dwelling for family use
- Authority
- Swindon Borough Council
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Rawle S
- Postcode
- SN1 4LR
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area
- The living conditions of the current occupants of No 86 Bowood Road and the future occupiers of the dwelling, with particular regard to private outdoor garden space
What decided it
The proposal would not adversely affect the character and appearance of the area and would provide adequate private outdoor garden space for both existing and future occupiers, thereby complying with the development plan and Framework.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy SD1Policy DE1
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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