Planning appeal decision
27 Turbary Walk, Milnrow, Rochdale, OL16 4JN
Planning appeal 3321198 at 27 Turbary Walk, Milnrow, Rochdale, OL16 4JN (Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council) was allowed on 12 February 2024 by Inspector Wharton T, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Which elevation comprises the 'principal' elevation of the dwellinghouse at No 27 Turbary Walk?.
a Rear Dormer Extension
- Appeal type
- ldc · Lawful Development Certificate
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Wharton T
- Postcode
- OL16 4JN
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- Which elevation comprises the 'principal' elevation of the dwellinghouse at No 27 Turbary Walk?
What decided it
The south-west elevation facing Turbary Walk, which contains the main entrance, letterboxes, and large windows, is the principal elevation of the property, meaning the proposed dormer on the north-east elevation complies with permitted development restrictions.
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