Planning appeal decision
The Libertine, 1 Alumhurst Road, Bournemouth, BH4 8EL
Planning appeal 6002021 at The Libertine, 1 Alumhurst Road, Bournemouth, BH4 8EL (Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole) was allowed on 6 May 2026 by Inspector Worley E, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host building and whether it would preserve or enhance the character and appearance of the Westbourne Conservation Area.
the erection of a new metal frame retractable roof pergola to rear courtyard garden
- Authority
- Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- other · Other minor developments
- Inspector
- Worley E
- Postcode
- BH4 8EL
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host building and whether it would preserve or enhance the character and appearance of the Westbourne Conservation Area
What decided it
The proposed pergola's lightweight design, modest scale, retractable roof, and rear location would ensure it remained visually subservient to the host building and would not disrupt the architectural merit or significance of the conservation area.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy CS39Policy CS41
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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