Planning appeal decision
87 and 89 Ruff Lane, Ormskirk, Lancashire , L40 6HA
Planning appeal 3346809 at 87 and 89 Ruff Lane, Ormskirk, Lancashire , L40 6HA (West Lancashire District Council) was allowed on 6 December 2024 by Inspector Smith J, by written representations.
Construction of a new dwelling including landscaping, infrastructure and access works following demolition of the existing properties
- Authority
- West Lancashire District Council
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Smith J
- Postcode
- L40 6HA
What decided it
The Council assessed the case in line with planning policy and material considerations, and although the Inspector disagreed with the outcome, the evidence did not demonstrate unreasonable behaviour warranting a costs award.
The decision letter
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