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Dismissed3 December 20256000632

259 Smorrall Lane Filling Station, Smorrall Lane, Bedworth, CV12 0LQ

Planning appeal 6000632 at 259 Smorrall Lane Filling Station, Smorrall Lane, Bedworth, CV12 0LQ (Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council) was dismissed on 3 December 2025 by Inspector Bromley N, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the development on the character and appearance of the area.

Retrospective planning application - Retention of Diesel Tank at the rear of the property

Authority
Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
utilities-energy · Minor retail and services
Inspector
Bromley N
Postcode
CV12 0LQ

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • the effect of the development on the character and appearance of the area
  • the living conditions of the neighbouring occupiers of 6 Smercote Close, with regard to outlook and loss of natural light

What decided it

The visual harm caused by the large industrial-appearance diesel tank to the character and appearance of the residential area, viewed from neighbouring gardens and windows, outweighs the modest operational benefits to the petrol station business.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy BE3

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