Planning appeal decision
59 Greenfields , Upton , Chester, Cheshire, CH21LL
Planning appeal 3353457 at 59 Greenfields , Upton , Chester, Cheshire, CH21LL (Cheshire West and Chester) was dismissed on 26 February 2025 by Inspector McHugh I, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area.
the construction of a garage with mezzanine floor for additional storage
- Authority
- Cheshire West and Chester
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- McHugh I
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area
- The effect on the living conditions of the occupants of neighbouring dwellings, regarding outlook
What decided it
The increased height of the proposed garage compared to the previously approved scheme would result in a building that appears discordant and at odds with the domestic character of the area when viewed from the road, conflicting with Development Plan policies on design and character.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy ENV 6 Part 1Policy DM 3 Part 2Policy DM 21 Part 2Policy SOC 5 Part 1Policy DM 2 Part 2
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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