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Dismissed20 July 20266008564

Sunbreak, Annscroft, Shrewsbury, SY5 8AN

Planning appeal 6008564 at Sunbreak, Annscroft, Shrewsbury, SY5 8AN (Shropshire) was dismissed on 20 July 2026 by Inspector Andrew Fulford, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the surrounding area.

the demolition of a dwelling (Sunbreak) and erection of 2no. semi - detached houses and parking

Authority
Shropshire
Appeal type
minor · Planning
Procedure
Written
Development
residential
Inspector
Andrew Fulford
Postcode
SY5 8AN

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the surrounding area
  • The effect of the proposed development on the living conditions of the occupiers of Hillcrest and No. 1 Oak Terrace with regards to light and privacy
  • The effect of the proposal on the local highway network with regards to visibility and inclusive parking provision

What decided it

The cumulative adverse impacts on character and appearance, neighbouring living conditions, and highway safety were major shortcomings that significantly outweighed the modest benefits of the proposal.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy CS6Policy MD2
National Planning Policy Framework
Paragraph 116

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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