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Dismissed26 January 20263376466

3 Imberfield, Luton, LU4 0EL

Planning appeal 3376466 at 3 Imberfield, Luton, LU4 0EL (Luton Borough Council) was dismissed on 26 January 2026 by Inspector Owen A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The impact of the proposed development on the amenity of adjoining premises with regard to light and outlook.

single-storey rear extension with two skylights on a flat felt roof

Authority
Luton Borough Council
Appeal type
householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Householder developments
Inspector
Owen A
Postcode
LU4 0EL

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The impact of the proposed development on the amenity of adjoining premises with regard to light and outlook

What decided it

The extension would have a considerably harmful effect on the outlook from the neighbouring property's main living area window and would result in loss of sunlight, conflicting with development plan policies.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
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