Change of use from dwelling house (Use Class C3) to residential children's home (Use Class C2) to accommodate a maximum of two children under the age of 18 years old and the inclusion of a bin store and a cycle shelter
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Borough Success Rate
In Luton Borough Council, approx 30.8% of Change of use appeals are successful. (Sample: 107 cases).
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Inspector Profile: Lo S
Archive Data: 20 Decisions
Allowance Rate (Change of use)
20.0%
↓ Strict
National Average (Change of use)
32.5%
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Appeal Decision
Site visit made on 20 January 2026
by S Lo LLB M.SRA
an Inspector appointed by the Secretary of State
Decision date: 29 April 2026
Appeal Ref: APP/B0230/W/25/3375523
94 Butely Road, Luton LU4 9EX
• The appeal is made under section 78 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended)
against a refusal to grant planni…