Design at appeal

Look at examples of where the government’s policies for high-quality design are supported at appeal.

There are now strong government policies on design, in particular the planning policy statements on sustainable development and housing. Is this strong design policy backed up at appeal?

Key lessons from design at appeal

• local policy must be locally distinctive, and not repeat national or regional policy
• refusals must be backed up by strong, well written policies
• reasons for refusal should be clear, concise and relevant to the application
• evidence should explain why design is an issue and of insufficient quality
• design and access statements should inform and justify the design of a scheme
• design reviews can help with decisions and support local planning authorities at appeal.

Examples of design at appeal

 

Albert Edward Dock

Full planning application for 67 apartments in two blocks (a nine-storey and an eight-storey).

Beech Cottage

Outline application for 30 dwellings (siting, design, landscaping and external appearance reserved for future consideration).

Cambridge Street

Full planning application for retail food store.

Former Firvale service station

Full planning application for a neighbourhood convenience store.

Hughes Hall

Full planning application for a two-storey bar and multi-purpose function rooms.

Methuen Park

Full planning application for a hotel.

Middle Street

Full planning application for 84 flats, two offices/light industrial units in a 12-storey building.