Planning appeal decision
40 Thirlmere Avenue, Horwich, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL6 6DS
Planning appeal 3313298 at 40 Thirlmere Avenue, Horwich, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL6 6DS (Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council) was dismissed on 12 June 2023 by Inspector Colebourne S, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the dwelling and the area.
to ‘Demolish existing porch & erect a single storey front extension
- Authority
- Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Colebourne S
- Postcode
- BL6 6DS
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the dwelling and the area
What decided it
The gabled roof form and forward projection of the proposed porch, combined with undersized windows, would disrupt the visual consistency of the terrace and cause significant harm to character and appearance.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy CG3
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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