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Dismissed12 February 20253350857

116, Chapel Lane, Farnborough, GU14 9BL

Planning appeal 3350857 at 116, Chapel Lane, Farnborough, GU14 9BL (Rushmoor Borough Council) was dismissed on 12 February 2025 by Inspector Redford R, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of neighbouring residents with specific regard to noise disturbance.

a car wash and valeting

Authority
Rushmoor Borough Council
Appeal type
major · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
retail · Major retail and services
Inspector
Redford R
Postcode
GU14 9BL

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of neighbouring residents with specific regard to noise disturbance

What decided it

The noise disturbance from jet washers, measured at +8dB to +14dB above background levels and occurring daily without respite, would have a significantly detrimental impact on neighbouring residential living conditions that cannot be adequately mitigated by an insufficiently detailed management plan.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy DE1Policy DE10

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