Little Stanney Lane, Stoak, Chester, Cheshire, CH2 4HW

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

• The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and whether it preserves the setting of the listed building comprising Stoak Cottage and Stoak Farmhouse, and in the event that any harm is identified, whether that harm would be outweighed by any public benefits of the proposal
• The effect of the development on the living conditions of the neighbouring occupiers at Stoak Farmhouse, with particular regard to privacy

What decided it

The substantial scale, bulk and incongruous timber construction of the sundeck causes less than substantial harm to the setting of the listed building that is not outweighed by public benefits, and significantly reduces privacy for neighbouring occupiers through increased overlooking.