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Dismissed28 August 20253368356

Clay Lane, Hepworth, IP22 2PY

Planning appeal 3368356 at Clay Lane, Hepworth, IP22 2PY (West Suffolk) was dismissed on 28 August 2025 by Inspector Down K, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed sign on the character and appearance of the surrounding area.

a directional sign for Clarkes of Walsham Ltd

Authority
West Suffolk
Appeal type
commercial · Commercial Appeal Service (CAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
advertisement · Other minor developments
Inspector
Down K
Postcode
IP22 2PY

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed sign on the character and appearance of the surrounding area

What decided it

The proposed sign's design, scale and prominent siting would have a materially detrimental effect on the visual amenity of the surrounding rural area, which cannot be outweighed by economic benefits or the need for directional signage.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy DM2Policy DM38

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