Planning appeal decision
23 Wragby Road, Sudbrooke, Lincoln, LN2 2QU
Planning appeal 6010250 at 23 Wragby Road, Sudbrooke, Lincoln, LN2 2QU (West Lindsey) was allowed on 20 August 2026 by Inspector Ian McHugh, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area, including the effect on trees on the site frontage that are covered by a tree preservation order.
the retention of two piers to front boundary wall, provision of reduced railings and minor amendment to previously approved gates
- Authority
- West Lindsey
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder
- Procedure
- Written
- Development
- other
- Inspector
- Ian McHugh
- Postcode
- LN2 2QU
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area, including the effect on trees on the site frontage that are covered by a tree preservation order
What decided it
The removal of two piers and reduction in railing height constitute material differences from the previously dismissed proposal that substantially reduce the visual impact and bulkiness of the development.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy S53 of the Central Lincolnshire Local PlanPolicy 9 of the Sudbrooke Neighbourhood Plan
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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