12 Newtown, TROWBRIDGE, Wiltshire, BA14 0BA

the extension and conversion of shop and accommodation to be used house of multiple occupation over three floors

Authority: Wiltshire Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Other minor developments
Inspector: O'Connor H

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area, including paying particular attention to the significance of the Trowbridge (Newtown) Conservation Area and the setting of nearby listed buildings
The effect of the proposal on the living conditions of the occupants at 13 Newtown, having particular regard to outlook and privacy of their outdoor space
The effect of the proposal on the living conditions of future residential occupants of the house in multiple occupation
Whether the proposal makes sufficient provision for cycle and car parking
The effect of the proposal on biodiversity

What decided it

The proposal would cause less than substantial harm to designated heritage assets (the Conservation Area and setting of listed buildings) which, when weighed against the modest public benefits, could not be justified under paragraph 202 of the NPPF, combined with multiple conflicts with the development plan regarding living conditions and parking provision.

Framework references: 199, 202, 130, 180

Plan policies cited: Core Policy 57, Core Policy 60, Core Policy 64, Core Policy 50

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Heritage. Listed buildings by grade and distance, conservation areas, scheduled monuments, registered parks and gardens, heritage at risk.
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Flooding. Flood zones 2 and 3, surface water, and both again with climate change.
Transport. The 800 metre station catchment and service frequency, bus stops with their weekday frequency, the cycle network, and the Framework’s transport tests measured for the site.

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