195 Albert Road, Jarrow, NE32 5RS

change of use C3 4 bedroom single dwelling to C4 6 bedroom HMO

Authority: South Tyneside
Appeal type: Planning
Procedure: Written
Development: residential
Postcode: NE32 5RS

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effects of the proposed change of use on the character of the area
The effects of the proposed change of use on the living conditions of the occupiers of neighbouring properties
The effects of the proposed change of use on highway and pedestrian safety

What decided it

The proposal accords with the development plan policies DM1 and Policy 16, which permit HMO development where it does not result in over-concentration, harmful character impacts, or unacceptable amenity or highway effects, and the evidence demonstrates none of these harms would occur.

Framework references: 135, 116

Plan policies cited: Policy DM1 of the Development Management Policies Development Plan Document, Policy 16 of the South Tyneside Publication Draft Local Plan 2023-2040

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