Moor Edge, Uppertown Lane, Bonsall, Derbyshire, DE4 2AW

the “conversion of existing store to extend existing dwelling to form new kitchen and additional bedroom including the formation of two car parking spaces with the construction of new retaining walls

Authority: Derbyshire Dales District Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Berry A

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the surrounding area, including Bonsall Conservation Area and the setting of the Peak District National Park
highway safety

What decided it

The proposal would cause less than substantial harm to the character and appearance of Bonsall Conservation Area and its rural setting, with insufficient public benefits to outweigh this harm, and inadequate visibility information to demonstrate highway safety.

Framework references: 176, 199, 202

Plan policies cited: Policy S4, Policy PD1, Policy PD2

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