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Dismissed2 July 20253360830

25 Smithy Lane, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 4GN

Planning appeal 3360830 at 25 Smithy Lane, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 4GN (South Ribble Borough Council) was dismissed on 2 July 2025 by Inspector Heron E, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area.

erection of new dwelling and associated access in land to rear of 25 Smithy Lane

Authority
South Ribble Borough Council
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector
Heron E
Postcode
PR4 4GN

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
  • the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers within 55 Barnfield and 25 Smithy Lane, with regard to privacy and outlook
  • whether adequate living conditions would be created for future occupants with particular reference to outdoor space

What decided it

The harmful effect on character and appearance through the siting and orientation of the dwelling, combined with unacceptable impacts on neighbouring privacy and outlook, outweighs the housing and personal benefits of the scheme.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy B1Policy G17Policy G17(a)Policy 17Policy 17(a)

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