Core Refusal Reason
The pergola's excessive height and construction cause an overbearing impact and loss of natural sunlight to the adjoining residential property.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The pergola is considered excessive in terms of its height and construction scale.
- The structure results in a significant loss of natural sunlight for the adjoining residential property to the west.
- The development creates an overbearing negative impact on the amenities of the neighboring rear garden, contrary to proper planning and sustainable development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for the retention of an existing pergola at Glentire, Bolaboy. The local authority refused the proposal because the structure's height and construction were deemed excessive, leading to an overbearing presence and a loss of sunlight for the neighboring property to the west. Ultimately, the development was found to have a serious negative impact on residential amenities and was considered inconsistent with the proper planning and sustainable development of the a...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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