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Dismissed7 August 20266011113

5A Westwood Road, Bidston, CH43 9RG

Planning appeal 6011113 at 5A Westwood Road, Bidston, CH43 9RG (Wirral) was dismissed on 7 August 2026 by Inspector Martin H Seddon, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the dwelling and the street scene.

extension to existing 1.5 storey house to comprise 2 storeys, new garage, and new porch area

Authority
Wirral
Appeal type
householder · Householder
Procedure
Written
Development
residential
Inspector
Martin H Seddon
Postcode
CH43 9RG

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the dwelling and the street scene

What decided it

The proposed development would radically change the scale, massing, and appearance of the bungalow and would appear cramped and overdeveloped on its narrow plot, conflicting with Policy WD5 and design guidance.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy WD5 of the Wirral Local Plan

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