Planning appeal decision
1 Arundel Drive , Spondon, Derby, DE21 7QX
Planning appeal 3329283 at 1 Arundel Drive , Spondon, Derby, DE21 7QX (Derby City Council) was dismissed on 24 October 2023 by Inspector Cooper P, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the locality.
erection of boundary fence and gates
- Authority
- Derby City Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- other · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Cooper P
- Postcode
- DE21 7QX
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the locality
What decided it
The substantial height and design of the fence creates a stark, dominant feature in a prominent location that is at odds with the prevailing character of the area characterised by low boundary walls or fencing with vegetation boundaries.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- CP3CP4GD5
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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