D21A/0706

The Inspector recommends a grant of permission, concluding that the revised proposal successfully addresses the reasons for refusal in a previous application (ABP-308046-20) by reducing scale and height, thereby mitigating overbearance and sunlight/daylight impacts on neighbouring properties while providing necessary compact urban housing.

• The reduction in height, scale, and density from the previously refused scheme is sufficient to protect the residential amenities of adjacent properties at Lisalea and Frascati Park from significant overbearance or loss of light.
• The proposed high-density residential development is appropriate for a designated 'district centre' location and complies with national policies (NPF and RSES) regarding compact growth and urban consolidation.
• A recommendation to omit two specific units (2A101 and 2A201) by condition is made to ensure the western elevation appropriately transitions and mitigates visual impact on the Frascati Park residences.