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Allowed19 June 20253354949

Alvechurch Inn , Radford Road, Alvechurch, Birmingham, B48 7LD

Planning appeal 3354949 at Alvechurch Inn , Radford Road, Alvechurch, Birmingham, B48 7LD (Bromsgrove District Council) was allowed on 19 June 2025 by Inspector Watson S, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character, appearance and significance of the Alvechurch Conservation Area.

for the refurbishment of the existing building and extension to accommodate new bed and breakfast accommodation (Use Class Sui Generis)

Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
leisure-sport · Minor retail and services
Inspector
Watson S
Postcode
B48 7LD

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposal on the character, appearance and significance of the Alvechurch Conservation Area
  • The surrounding road network with particular regard to the provision of car parking

What decided it

The proposal would preserve and enhance the conservation area through fenestration improvements and would not adversely affect the road network given the net reduction in parking demand and availability of alternative provision.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
BDP1BDP19BDP20BDP16HDNE1GAT2
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 16

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