®Planning appeal decision
69 Chapel Lane, Heckmondwike, WF16 9JR
single storey front extension, two storey side extension, single storey rear extension with balcony above, partial dropped kerb and new fence to the rear and part road side of the property
- Authority
- Kirklees Metropolitan Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Morrison A
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and area
- The effect of the proposed development on highway safety having particular regard to visibility
What decided it
The two storey side extension's gabled roof form and bulky massing would fundamentally alter the dwelling's character in conflict with Policy LP24, and the proposed gates and piers would restrict visibility at the dropped kerb, creating a foreseeable risk to pedestrian safety in conflict with Policy LP21.
Plan policies cited: Policy LP24, Policy LP21, Key Design Principles 1 and 2 of the House Extensions and Alterations SPD (2021)
The main issues and the deciding factor are read from the published letter by Town Planner Pro; the letter itself is the record. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Research, not advice.