Planning appeal decision
31-33 Micklegate, Selby, YO8 4EA
Planning appeal 6009461 at 31-33 Micklegate, Selby, YO8 4EA (North Yorkshire Council) was allowed on 7 October 2026, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the existing and proposed advertisements on the amenity of the area.
- Authority
- North Yorkshire Council
- Appeal type
- advert · Commercial advertisement
- Procedure
- Written
- Development
- advertisement
- Postcode
- YO8 4EA
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the existing and proposed advertisements on the amenity of the area
What decided it
The digital screens' modest size, substantial setback, and internal positioning render them acceptable during daylight hours when subject to an operational condition, whereas the proposed internally illuminated fascia panels would materially increase prominence and cause material harm to the conservation area's character and the listed building's special architectural interest.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy ENV1Policy ENV31Policy ENV32Policy SP18Policy SP19
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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