Planning appeal decision
191 Tang Hall Lane, York, YO10 3RJ
Planning appeal 3361130 at 191 Tang Hall Lane, York, YO10 3RJ (City of York Council) was dismissed on 10 June 2025 by Inspector Heron E, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the development on the living conditions of future occupiers with regard to outlook and privacy.
conversion of detached garage to a one bedroomed flat
- Authority
- City of York Council
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Heron E
- Postcode
- YO10 3RJ
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the development on the living conditions of future occupiers with regard to outlook and privacy
What decided it
The substantial harm to the living conditions of future occupiers through poor outlook and loss of privacy caused by the proximity of windows to parking spaces and the overlooking of the garden area outweighs the benefits of using brownfield land and contributing to housing supply.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy D1Policy DP3Policy H2
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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