Planning appeal decision
198 Holbrook Lane, Holbrooks, Coventry, CV6 4DD
Planning appeal 3367743 at 198 Holbrook Lane, Holbrooks, Coventry, CV6 4DD (Coventry City Council) was allowed on 8 September 2025 by Inspector Hughes L, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host property and the surrounding area.
erection of two storey side and rear extension to create a retail unit at ground floor level and extend residential property at first floor level
- Authority
- Coventry City Council
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- retail · Other minor developments
- Inspector
- Hughes L
- Postcode
- CV6 4DD
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host property and the surrounding area
What decided it
The proposal would comply with Policy DE1 as it would respect and enhance its surroundings by responding to the physical context of the site and local distinctiveness, with the subservient design and matching materials ensuring integration with the host property and surrounding area.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy DE1
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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