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Allowed16 May 20243333701

D R B Car Spares & Accessories, 25 Orford Green, Warrington, WA2 8PE

Planning appeal 3333701 at D R B Car Spares & Accessories, 25 Orford Green, Warrington, WA2 8PE (Warrington Borough Council) was allowed on 16 May 2024 by Inspector Townend K, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether the proposed development would provide acceptable living conditions for the future occupants of the proposed flats, with particular regard to external space.

ground and first floor extensions to side and conversion of first and second floors to provide 6 number 1 bedroom apartments

Authority
Warrington Borough Council
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector
Townend K
Postcode
WA2 8PE

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • Whether the proposed development would provide acceptable living conditions for the future occupants of the proposed flats, with particular regard to external space

What decided it

The proximity of Orford Park with its recreational facilities within easy walking distance, combined with the site constraints as an existing commercial property, made the limited on-site external space acceptable for the future residents' living conditions.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
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