®Planning appeal decision
9 Withnell Fold, Withnell, Chorley, PR6 8BA
Planning appeal 3328823 at 9 Withnell Fold, Withnell, Chorley, PR6 8BA (Chorley Borough Council) was dismissed on 12 December 2023 by Inspector McGlone A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The proposal's effect on the character or appearance of the Withnell Fold Conservation Area, the setting of a nearby listed building and the significance of the appeal property, a non-designated heritage asset.
replacement of single glazed windows in poor condition, with new double glazed windows in same style and colour. Replacement of solid front door with new door with small window. Replacement of poor fitting solid rear stable door with new door with window. All of the above in order to improve thermal efficiency, increase security and reduce road noise
- Authority
- Chorley Borough Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- other · Householder developments
- Inspector
- McGlone A
- Postcode
- PR6 8BA
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The proposal's effect on the character or appearance of the Withnell Fold Conservation Area, the setting of a nearby listed building and the significance of the appeal property, a non-designated heritage asset
What decided it
The use of modern uPVC material for the windows and doors, which visually detracts from the collective aesthetic and traditional materials of the Conservation Area, causes less than substantial harm to the designated heritage assets that is not outweighed by the public benefits of thermal efficiency and improved living conditions.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy 16 of the Central Lancashire Adopted Core StrategyPolicy BNE8 of the Chorley Local Plan 2012 – 2026
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 202
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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