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Allowed12 October 20233324446

106 Haslingden Old Road, Rossendale, Lancashire, BB4 8SA

Planning appeal 3324446 at 106 Haslingden Old Road, Rossendale, Lancashire, BB4 8SA (Rossendale Borough Council) was allowed on 12 October 2023 by Inspector Eggleton P, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect on the character and appearance of the area.

a second storey side extension on top of the existing utility room

Authority
Rossendale Borough Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Eggleton P
Postcode
BB4 8SA

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect on the character and appearance of the area

What decided it

The proposed extension's well-considered design, including the setback from frontage and low eaves, would maintain the distinction between neighbouring buildings and preserve the character of the street scene without harm.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy HS9(a)Policy ENV1

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