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Dismissed29 September 20233319775

67 Scotland Road, Nelson, BB9 7UY

Planning appeal 3319775 at 67 Scotland Road, Nelson, BB9 7UY (Pendle Borough Council) was dismissed on 29 September 2023 by Inspector Major R, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the advertisement on the visual amenity of the host property and surrounding area.

advertisement screen on front elevation of property

Authority
Pendle Borough Council
Appeal type
commercial · Commercial Appeal Service (CAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
advertisement · Other minor developments
Inspector
Major R
Postcode
BB9 7UY

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the advertisement on the visual amenity of the host property and surrounding area

What decided it

The proposed illuminated advertisement screen would significantly harm visual amenity by detracting from the traditional qualities and features of the shop front and the character and appearance of the area.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy ENV2Design Principles Supplementary Planning Document (2009)
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 136

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