Former Co-Op Building , 3 John Street, Carnforth , Lancashire, LA5 9ER

the removal of the external staircase, various alterations to windows and openings as well as the installation of metal balustrades

Authority: Lancaster City Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Other minor developments
Inspector: Lancaster K

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

whether the proposal provides adequate living conditions for future occupiers of the flats
the effect of the proposal on living conditions of neighbouring occupiers, with particular regard to privacy
the effect of the proposal on character and appearance of the area, with particular regard to whether it would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Carnforth Conservation Area

What decided it

The proposal fails to provide adequate outlook for future occupiers of the flats, particularly for primary living accommodation, contrary to Policy DM29 of the DMDPD and paragraph 135 of the Framework.

Framework references: 135

Plan policies cited: Policy DM29, Policy DM38

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