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Split Decision29 October 20253368661

1 Lingham Lane, Wirral, CH46 7SA

Planning appeal 3368661 at 1 Lingham Lane, Wirral, CH46 7SA (Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council) was allowed in part (a split decision) on 29 October 2025 by Inspector Gravett R, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the changes to the shopfront on the character and appearance of the surrounding area.

change of shopfront. Installation of 3 No. air conditioning units, 3 CCTV cameras and 2 No. InPost collection boxes

Authority
Wirral Metropolitan Borough Council
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
retail · Minor retail and services
Inspector
Gravett R
Postcode
CH46 7SA

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • the effect of the changes to the shopfront on the character and appearance of the surrounding area
  • the effect of the air conditioning units and InPost collection boxes on the living conditions of neighbouring residential properties, with particular regards to noise and disturbance

What decided it

The air conditioning units and InPost collection boxes would cause unacceptable noise and disturbance to the neighbouring bungalow's occupiers, conflicting with development plan policies requiring harmonious uses and practical mitigation measures.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy WD10Policy WS7Policy WD23Policy WD14

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