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Dismissed2 April 20253350567

16 Watkin Lane, Lostock Hall, Preston, Lancashire , PR5 5RD

Planning appeal 3350567 at 16 Watkin Lane, Lostock Hall, Preston, Lancashire , PR5 5RD (South Ribble Borough Council) was dismissed on 2 April 2025 by Inspector Gravett R, 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 nearby residential properties, with particular regard to noise and activity.

Change of Use for Hot food Takeaway and installation of external extractor flue. Use Class: Sui Generis

Authority
South Ribble Borough Council
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
retail · Change of use
Inspector
Gravett R
Postcode
PR5 5RD

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of the occupiers of nearby residential properties, with particular regard to noise and activity

What decided it

The increase in vehicle movements and delivery driver activity resulting from the lack of dedicated parking would cause unacceptable noise and disturbance to the occupiers of the residential flat above the takeaway, particularly during evening and weekend hours.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy 17 of the Central Lancashire Adopted Core Strategy (2012)Policy G17 of the South Ribble Local Plan (2012-2026) (2015)

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