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Allowed21 September 20266010311

15 Compton Road, Buxton, SK17 9DN

Planning appeal 6010311 at 15 Compton Road, Buxton, SK17 9DN (High Peak) was allowed on 21 September 2026 by Inspector Elaine Moulton, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether the proposal would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Buxton College Conservation Area.

Replacement windows and door set to both the front and rear porches to the side elevation

Authority
High Peak
Appeal type
Planning
Procedure
Written
Development
other
Inspector
Elaine Moulton
Postcode
SK17 9DN

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • Whether the proposal would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Buxton College Conservation Area

What decided it

The extent of deterioration to the rear porch timberwork justified replacement, and a condition securing detailed specifications of the composite uPVC windows would ensure the character and appearance of the conservation area was preserved.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
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