Planning appeal decision
Topps Tiles, 88-94 Mile Cross Lane, Norwich, NR6 6SH
Planning appeal 3313069 at Topps Tiles, 88-94 Mile Cross Lane, Norwich, NR6 6SH (Norwich City Council) was allowed on 14 September 2023 by Inspector Hickey A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed advertisements on the amenity of the area.
replacement of existing banner advertisement with illuminated 48-sheet D-Poster display
- Authority
- Norwich City Council
- Appeal type
- commercial · Commercial Appeal Service (CAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- advertisement · Other minor developments
- Inspector
- Hickey A
- Postcode
- NR6 6SH
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed advertisements on the amenity of the area
What decided it
The commercial character of the area with established tall signage, combined with the separation from residential properties and tree screening, meant the proposed advertisement would not harm visual amenity.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy JCS2Policy DM30
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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