2A, Fairmead Way, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO22 4JL

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

• The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area
• The effect of the proposed dwelling on the living conditions of the occupants of neighbouring properties, with particular reference to privacy/outlook/sunlight/daylight
• Whether the proposed development would provide acceptable living conditions for future occupants, with regard to the provision of private amenity space
• The effect of the proposal on highway and pedestrian safety

What decided it

The proposal fails on multiple grounds: poor design with disproportionate dormers, significant harm to neighbouring living conditions through dominance and overlooking, inadequate amenity space for future residents, and unresolved highway and pedestrian safety issues relating to parking.