QUEEN'S BENCH DIVISION
THE ADMINISTRATIVE COURT
Strand London WC2A 2LL |
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B e f o r e :
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THE QUEEN ON THE APPLICATION OF ADIGWE | Claimant | |
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SECRETARY OF STATE FOR THE COMMUNITIES AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT | Defendant |
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Mr A Phillpot (instructed by Treasury Solicitors) appeared on behalf of the Defendant
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Background
"Accordingly, it is my conclusion that the continued use of the appeal premises as car hire offices would have a significant effect upon the amenities of surrounding occupiers of residential and commercial properties by creating noise, disturbance, traffic congestion and parking problems. This would create a poor living and working environment for nearby occupiers and be contrary to the objectives of the Unitary Development Plan (UDP) in forming a pleasant and safe community. Such circumstances would in particular be contrary to the adopted UDP policy of strictly controlling the safe and proper operation of mini-cab offices."
Legal Principles
The Issues