Sparks Yard, 18 Tarrant Street, ARUNDEL, BN18 9DJ

conversion of existing single residential unit with associated commercial space to form three number residential units [use class C3A] together with associated works

Authority: Arun District Council
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Steen A

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

whether prospective occupiers of Townhouse C would enjoy satisfactory living conditions, having particular regard to the size of internal and external living space
the effect of the windows to bedrooms in Townhouse B on the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers of 18A Tarrant Street with particular regard to privacy

What decided it

The development would result in unsatisfactory living conditions for Townhouse C occupiers and harmful overlooking of neighbouring occupiers, conflicting with development plan policies that cannot be outweighed by heritage considerations or marketing history.

Plan policies cited: Policy QE SP1, Policy D DM1, Policy D DM4

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Heritage. Listed buildings by grade and distance, conservation areas, scheduled monuments, registered parks and gardens, heritage at risk.
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