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Dismissed28 August 20266012320

128 Lancaster Drive, Hapton, Bunrley, BB12 7DU

Planning appeal 6012320 at 128 Lancaster Drive, Hapton, Bunrley, BB12 7DU (Burnley) was dismissed on 28 August 2026 by Inspector N McGurk, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area.

Bedroom/wet room extension to rear of property (principal elevation)

Authority
Burnley
Appeal type
householder · Householder
Procedure
Written
Development
residential
Inspector
N McGurk
Postcode
BB12 7DU

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
  • Its effect on the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers, with regard to outlook and daylight

What decided it

The significant harm to the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers, particularly at No 126 Lancaster Drive through undue domination of outlook and reduction in daylight, was not outweighed by the benefits of providing accessible facilities for a family member with a disability.

The benefits of providing accessible bedroom and wet room facilities for a family member with a disability were outweighed by the significant harm to the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers with regard to outlook and daylight

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy SP5Policy HS4Policy HS5

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