For the change of use from a care home (Class C2) to a 12 bed/12 person house in multiple occupation (Sui Generis), external alterations to include excavation of lightwell to basement at front elevation
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Inspector Profile: Worley E
Archive Data: 51 Decisions
Allowance Rate (Change of use)
51.0%
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National Average (Change of use)
32.5%
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Appeal Decision
Site visit made on 28 January 2026
by E Worley BA (Hons) Dip EP MRTPI
an Inspector appointed by the Secretary of State
Decision date: 06 March 2026
Appeal Ref: APP/Z1775/W/25/3373781
Auckland House, 55 St Ronans Road, Southsea, Portsmouth PO4 0PP
• The appeal is made under section 78 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1…