Rear of 9 Eldon Square, Reading, RG1 4DP

Planning appeal 3323732 at Rear of 9 Eldon Square, Reading, RG1 4DP (Reading Borough Council) was dismissed on 10 May 2024 by Inspector Tucker A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal upon the significance of the grade II listed building known as 9 Eldon Square, and whether it would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Eldon Square Conservation Area.

demolition of existing garages and car port, followed by construction of one detached three-bedroom, 1.5 storey detached dwelling, with associated car parking, cycle and bin storage

Authority: Reading Borough Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Tucker A
Postcode: RG1 4DP

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposal upon the significance of the grade II listed building known as 9 Eldon Square, and whether it would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Eldon Square Conservation Area
The effect of the proposal upon the living conditions of the occupants of the dwellings to the east of the site, with particular regard to outlook

What decided it

The proposal would constitute asset stripping of the listed building's rear plot and parking area, thereby harming its long-term conservation and potential for sustainable future use, and this harm could not be outweighed by the public benefits offered.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: CC7EN1EN3EN6CC8H11
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 205Paragraph 208

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