Planning appeal decision
176 Ashby Road, Scunthorpe, DN16 2AP
Planning appeal 3313825 at 176 Ashby Road, Scunthorpe, DN16 2AP (North Lincolnshire Council) was dismissed on 16 August 2023 by Inspector Clark J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host building and the surrounding area.
amendments from previous planning application – proposed redevelopment of the building which is now to include new house entranc e, glass extension to the first floor side, new roof terrace / balconies to 1st and 2nd floor, raised proposed dormer heights and new rear door
- Authority
- North Lincolnshire Council
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Other minor developments
- Inspector
- Clark J
- Postcode
- DN16 2AP
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host building and the surrounding area
- the living conditions of the occupiers of neighbouring properties, including 178 Ashby Road by reason of overlooking and loss of light
What decided it
The proposal would have harmful effects on both character and appearance and neighbouring living conditions, with no material considerations outweighing these harms.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Core Strategy Policy CS5Local Plan Policy DS1Local Plan Policy DS5
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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