138 Bispham Road, SOUTHPORT, PR9 7BL

part-retrospective application for the erection of a two storey extension (Class E), First Floor Extension to Rear (Class E), Dormer to Front, and conversion of ground floor from Gym to a Convenience Shop (Class E). 24 Hours opening with hatch service only between 11pm and 6am

Authority: Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: retail · Minor retail and services
Inspector: Hockenhull H

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposal on the living conditions of the occupants of the neighbouring dwelling No.140 Bispham Road with particular regard to outlook, privacy and overshadowing
The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area

What decided it

The proposal would cause unacceptable harm to the living conditions of the occupants of No.140 Bispham Road through loss of outlook due to the overbearing nature of the two-storey extension along the full length of the side boundary.

Plan policies cited: Policy HC3, Policy EQ2

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