Flat 2 South Villa, 23 Wells Road, Malvern, WR14 4RH

Planning appeal 6010091 at Flat 2 South Villa, 23 Wells Road, Malvern, WR14 4RH (Malvern Hills) was dismissed on 6 August 2026 by Inspector Hannah Guest, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: whether the development preserves the Grade II listed building, Adelaide House, 21, Wells Road and South Villa, 23, Wells Road, or any features of special architectural or historic interest which it possesses.

replacement of rear aspect French Door and Sash Window

Authority: Malvern Hills
Appeal type: Planning
Procedure: Written
Development: other
Inspector: Hannah Guest
Postcode: WR14 4RH

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

whether the development preserves the Grade II listed building, Adelaide House, 21, Wells Road and South Villa, 23, Wells Road, or any features of special architectural or historic interest which it possesses
whether the development preserves or enhances the character or appearance of the Great Malvern Conservation Area

What decided it

The replacement uPVC units, in their form and materials, fail to preserve the listed building and conservation area and cause less than substantial harm to their significance that is not outweighed by public benefits.

the less than substantial harm to the significance of the listed building and conservation area was not outweighed by the public benefits of improved energy efficiency, economic benefits and social benefits

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: SWDPR 05SWDPR 09SWDPR 28SWDPR 33
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 212Paragraph 213Paragraph 215Paragraph 167

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