7 Standbridge Way, Tipton, Sandwell, DY48TS

Planning appeal 3338069 at 7 Standbridge Way, Tipton, Sandwell, DY48TS (Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council) was dismissed on 6 December 2024 by Inspector McGurk N, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of the occupiers of Number 5 Standbridge Way, with regards to outlook.

amendments to approved application ref DC/23/68253 to remove indentation from rear extension to both ground floor and upper floor proposals . Demolition of existing conservatory to form 2 storey rear extension. Double storey extension to form loft rooms with roof lights. Single storey front extension to form porch and extended study. Single storey extension to extend existing bay window

Authority: Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: McGurk N
Postcode: DY4 8TS

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of the occupiers of Number 5 Standbridge Way, with regards to outlook

What decided it

The proposed rear extension would harm the living conditions of the occupiers of Number 5 Standbridge Way by appearing to loom above and overbear their rear outlook, contrary to the development plan policies protecting residential amenity.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Black Country Core Strategy (2011) Policy ENV3Sandwell Site Allocations and Delivery Development Plan Document (2012) Policy EOS9

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