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Dismissed8 October 20266010853

4 St Peters Avenue, Knutsford, WA16 0DN

Planning appeal 6010853 at 4 St Peters Avenue, Knutsford, WA16 0DN (Cheshire East Council) was dismissed on 8 October 2026, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the surrounding area.

the construction of a dwelling and associated works without complying with a condition attached to planning permission Ref 22/2661M, dated 15 May 2023

Authority
Cheshire East Council
Appeal type
minor · Planning
Procedure
Written
Development
residential
Postcode
WA16 0DN

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the surrounding area

What decided it

The proposed mono-pitch roof design and contemporary architectural detailing would materially harm the character and appearance of the surrounding area by failing to respond appropriately to the prevailing traditional residential context, and this harm substantially outweighs the moderate benefits of renewable energy generation.

The material harm to character and appearance, to which substantial weight was attributed, substantially outweighs the moderate weight given to renewable energy benefits when assessed against Framework Policy S4's national decision-making policies, resulting in dismissal.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
SD 1SD 2SE 1GEN 1D1D2D4

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