Abbey Garth, 28 Abbey Road, Knaresborough, HG5 8HX

Planning appeal 3312778 at Abbey Garth, 28 Abbey Road, Knaresborough, HG5 8HX (Harrogate Borough Council *) was allowed on 17 April 2023 by Inspector Robbie K, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed extension to the detached garage on nearby trees, with particular regard to the trees identified as T1 and T5 and their root protection area (RPA), and whether the proposal would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Conservation Area.

extension to the house to provide additional living accommodation and extension to the detached garage to provide a home office and gym

Authority: Harrogate Borough Council *
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Robbie K
Postcode: HG5 8HX

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed extension to the detached garage on nearby trees, with particular regard to the trees identified as T1 and T5 and their root protection area (RPA), and whether the proposal would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Conservation Area

What decided it

The proposed construction method using columns to minimise intrusion into already-compromised root protection areas, combined with conditions requiring detailed tree protection and construction specifications, would safeguard the future health of the trees and preserve the character and appearance of the Conservation Area.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy NE7

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