Planning appeal decision
18 Webb Lane, Birmingham, B28 0EA
Planning appeal 6002895 at 18 Webb Lane, Birmingham, B28 0EA (Birmingham City Council) was dismissed on 18 May 2026 by Inspector Buxton J, 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 dwelling and the surrounding area.
alterations to front elevation including revised bay windows and 2 storey atrium style entrance and 1st floor extension
- Authority
- Birmingham City Council
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Buxton J
- Postcode
- B28 0EA
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the surrounding area
- the living conditions of the occupiers of 20 Webb Lane with particular regard to daylight and outlook
What decided it
The proposal would cause significant harm to the non-designated heritage asset and unacceptable adverse effects on neighbouring living conditions, conflicting with the development plan with no material considerations of sufficient weight to justify approval.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy PG3 of the Birmingham Development Plan (2017)Policy DM2 of the Development Management in Birmingham DPD (2021)Policy DM10 of the Development Management in Birmingham DPD (2021)City Note LW-16 of the Birmingham Design Guide SPD
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 131Paragraph 216
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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