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The proposed construction of Unit 2 constitutes overdevelopment of a constrained backland site, resulting in poor residential amenity for future occupiers and unacceptable overbearing, overshadowing, and overlooking impacts on adjoining properties within the Z1 and Z2 zoning objectives.

• The Inspector recommends a split decision, granting permission for Units 1 and 3 while refusing Unit 2 to ensure a reasonable balance between residential intensification and the protection of established amenities.
• Unit 2 is considered to provide a substandard level of residential quality due to its constrained layout, poor outlook onto the gable of No. 8B The Square, and inadequate natural ventilation and light penetration.
• Units 1 and 3 are acceptable in principle but require significant design amendments via condition, including the omission of Unit 2 to allow for adequate private open space and the revision of first-floor elevations to prevent overlooking.