6 Bowmont Square, Bicester, OX26 2GJ

retrospective planning application for: onsite use and location of commercial shipping container for stock storage purposes only; installation and mounting of external wall mounted condenser fan units for the use of shop installed aircon and cabinet chillers; construction of permanent access ramp / steps with guardrail all to provide inclusive shop access

Authority: Cherwell District Council
Appeal type: Planning
Procedure: Written
Development: retail
Postcode: OX26 2GJ

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the shipping container upon the living conditions of the occupiers of 42 Medina Gardens with regard to outlook
The effect of the condenser fan units upon the occupiers of nearby dwellings with regard to noise and disturbance

What decided it

The close siting of the container directly to the rear of the neighbouring garden, combined with its height, bulk and width relative to the modest garden size, creates an oppressive environment that harms outlook and living conditions, outweighing the functional need for storage.

Plan policies cited: Policy ESD15 of the Cherwell Local Plan 2011-2031 Part 1, Policy C31 of the Cherwell Local Plan, Policy ENV1 of the Cherwell Local Plan

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