| 1. | The fencing, by reason of its overall height, length and prominent position against the footway, is considered to result in a visually intrusive and incongruous form of development, which is harmful to the character and appearance of the streetscene and wider area, as well has having a negative impact on the character and setting of the adjacent listed building. The fencing fails to enhance or preserve the character of the surrounding area and is thereby contrary to the provisions of the NPPF, as well as Policies 7 and 28 of the Local Plan. |
