49 Topstreet Way, St Albans, AL5 5TX

the demolition of existing and construction of two semi- detached dwellings

Authority: St Albans City Council
Appeal type: Planning
Procedure: Written
Development: residential
Postcode: AL5 5TX

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of the occupants of 6 Fairmead Avenue with particular regard to privacy

What decided it

The combination of the angled orientation of the proposed dwellings, the difference in ground levels between the appeal site and No 6, the existing boundary hedge, and the imposition of conditions requiring obscured glazing and restricted opening windows would ensure that overlooking to No 6 would not be materially harmful.

Framework references: 135, 55, 57

Plan policies cited: Policy 69, Policy 70, Policy DES5

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