93 Smallshaw Lane Ashton-under-lyne Tameside OL6 8PX

1. 1.The proposed single storey rear extension, by virtue of its scale and proximity to the nearest habitable room window and private garden amenity space of adjoining No.91 Smallshaw Lane, would cause unacceptable overshadowing, overbearing impact and reduced outlook to current and future occupants of that neighbouring property. The proposal is therefore contrary to the National Planning Policy Framework, UDP Policy 1.3, C1, H10 and Tameside's Residential Design Supplementary Planning Document and Paragraph 135(f) or the National Planning Policy Framework.
2. 2.The proposed development would fail to provide an acceptable standard of living accommodation for future occupiers. Both the 4 bedroom dwelling and the 1 bedroom dwelling fall significantly below the minimum nationally described internal space standards, and neither unit benefits from any private outdoor amenity space. The absence of such space would not support the health and well being of future residents and would result in living conditions that are harmful and unsuitable for long term occupation. The development therefore fails to provide a good standard of residential amenity, contrary to UDP Policy H10(d), SPD Policy RD11, Policy JP H3 of Places for Everyone, and Section 12 of the National Planning Policy Framework.
3. 3.The proposed development fails to provide an appropriate refuse storage arrangement. The scheme relies solely on bin storage located at the front of the property, in a highly prominent position that would create visual clutter and harm the character and appearance of the street scene. The proposal therefore conflicts with PfE Policy JP P1, SPD Policy RD14, UDP Policy H10, and Section 12 of the National Planning Policy Framework.
4. 4.The proposed off street parking spaces are located too close to the junction with Warwick Road, where manoeuvring cannot take place safely. This arrangement would increase the risk of vehicle conflict and obstruct visibility, resulting in an unacceptable impact on highway safety. The proposal therefore conflicts with Paragraph 116 of the National Planning Policy Framework and Policy H10(b) of the Tameside Unitary Development Plan. Planning Department, Tameside MBC, PO Box 304, Ashton Under Lyne, Tameside, OL6 0GA REASON FOR REFUSING PLANNING PERMISSION Statement under Article 35 (2) of the Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) England Order 2015 (as amended): The Local Planning Authority offered solutions to the applicant in order to make the development acceptable. The applicant was however unwilling to amend the plans. Without these amendments the development would not improve the economic, social and environmental conditions of the area and therefore does not comprise sustainable development. The Local Planning Authority has therefore implemented the requirement in Paragraph 39 of the NPPF. For the avoidance of doubt, the decision related to the following plans and documents: - 1098/A/001 Existing site location and site plan - 1098/SK001/ELE Proposed elevations - 1098/SK001/P Proposed ground, first and roof plans - 1098/SK001/SP Proposed site location and site plan Nicola Elsworth Strategic Growth Programme Director Planning Department, Tameside MBC, PO Box 304, Ashton Under Lyne, Tameside, OL6 0GA

From the council's decision notice.

Postcode

OL6 8PX

Date validated

16 February 2026