Planning appeal decision
65 Overstone Road, Luton, LU4 8QY
Planning appeal 3316086 at 65 Overstone Road, Luton, LU4 8QY (Luton Borough Council) was allowed on 17 April 2023 by Inspector Down K, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed extension on the character and appearance of the host dwelling, the adjoining terrace and the surrounding area.
the erection of a single storey rear extension with four roof lights following demolition of utility, for disabled adaptation
- Authority
- Luton Borough Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Down K
- Postcode
- LU4 8QY
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed extension on the character and appearance of the host dwelling, the adjoining terrace and the surrounding area
- The effect on the living conditions of occupiers of 63 Overstone Road with respect to light, overshadowing and outlook
What decided it
The presence of similar deep rear extensions already constructed or permitted in the terrace, combined with the implementation of the neighbouring property's Prior Approval extension, demonstrated that the proposed extension would be proportionate and would not materially harm character, appearance or neighbouring living conditions.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- LLP1LLP19LLP25
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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