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Dismissed26 July 20233311132

33-41 Stafford Street, Liverpool, L3 8LG

Planning appeal 3311132 at 33-41 Stafford Street, Liverpool, L3 8LG (Liverpool City Council) was dismissed on 26 July 2023 by Inspector Hobbs J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the existing building and surrounding area.

redevelopment and partial change of use for derelict building. New shop front and internal works to form 4no. retail units at ground floor level with new stepped access to individual units. Conversion and extension, including additional storey, of upper levels to provide 4no. three bed flats and 6no. two bed flats

Authority
Liverpool City Council
Appeal type
major · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Major retail and services
Inspector
Hobbs J
Postcode
L3 8LG

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the existing building and surrounding area
  • whether the proposed development would provide adequate access for all users

What decided it

The harmful effect of the proposed rear extension on the character and appearance of the host building and surrounding area, which conflicts with the development plan with no material considerations outweighing this harm.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
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National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 12

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