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Allowed26 May 20266004579

Footpath Outside, 100 New Street, Birmingham, B2 4HQ

Planning appeal 6004579 at Footpath Outside, 100 New Street, Birmingham, B2 4HQ (Birmingham City Council) was allowed on 26 May 2026 by Inspector Pickernell E, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area, including its effect on designated heritage assets.

installation of 1No. BT Street Hub

Authority
Birmingham City Council
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
utilities-energy · Other minor developments
Inspector
Pickernell E
Postcode
B2 4HQ

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area, including its effect on designated heritage assets
  • The effect of the proposed advertisements on the visual amenity of the area

What decided it

The proposal would preserve the character and appearance of the Colmore Row and Environs Conservation Area and the setting of nearby listed buildings by reducing street clutter and being appropriately contextualised within the commercial shopping street environment.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
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National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 58

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