1 Dukes Meadow, Backworth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE27 0GD

Planning appeal 3316908 at 1 Dukes Meadow, Backworth, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE27 0GD (North Tyneside Council) was dismissed on 22 June 2023 by Inspector Wraight G, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposed replacement windows on the character and appearance of the Backworth Conservation Area.

Single storey rear extension with flat roof and lantern. Replace existing windows on rear elevation with PVCu timber effect sash to match existing style

Authority: North Tyneside Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Wraight G
Postcode: NE27 0GD

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposed replacement windows on the character and appearance of the Backworth Conservation Area
the effect of the proposed rear extension on the living conditions of the occupiers of 2 Dukes Meadow, with particular reference to outlook

What decided it

The proposed replacement windows and extension materials would cause harm to the character and appearance of the Backworth Conservation Area that is not outweighed by public benefits, and this harm cannot be adequately addressed by planning condition.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy S6.5Policy DM6.6Policy S1.4Policy DM6.1Policy DM6.2
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 202

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