46 Gillhurst Road, Birmingham, B17 8PB

erection of two storey side extensions to both sides of the property, single storey forward and rear extensions, Juliette balconies to the rear elevation, rooflights to side roof planes, portico to rear, alterations to the front elevation of the property and retention of front metal railings and gates

Authority: Birmingham City Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Marshall E

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

Impact of the proposal upon neighbouring residential amenity with regard to loss of outlook/light
Character and appearance of the existing house and surrounding street scene

What decided it

The proposed two storey side extension would unacceptably worsen the existing levels of light and outlook to the neighbouring property's only habitable room window due to inadequate separation distance, and the retention of the metal railings and gates creates an alien and fortified appearance inconsistent with the local character.

Framework references: 135

Plan policies cited: Policy PG3, Policy DM2

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