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Dismissed10 August 20233318276

Hareshaw Linn Caravan Park, Bellingham, Hexham, NE48 2DA

Planning appeal 3318276 at Hareshaw Linn Caravan Park, Bellingham, Hexham, NE48 2DA (Northumberland County Council) was dismissed on 10 August 2023 by Inspector Harrison F, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area.

demolition of 2 no. youth hostel cabins and erection of 8 no. caravan pitches and children's play area

Authority
Northumberland County Council
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
caravan-gypsy · Other minor developments
Inspector
Harrison F
Postcode
NE48 2DA

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area
  • living conditions of the occupiers of Bankfoot and Hallam Lodge, with regard to outlook and privacy

What decided it

The proposal would result in unacceptable harm to character and appearance and unduly harmful effects on the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers with regard to outlook and privacy, in conflict with the development plan policies, with no material considerations of sufficient weight to warrant approval.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy ECN15Policy QOP1Policy QOP2

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