External insulation and solar panels proposed on Byron Road home

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Summary

The proposal would add insulation to the outside walls and replace rough render with a smooth finish. Solar panels are proposed for the south-facing roofs. A new entrance canopy and two replacement front windows are also proposed. The semi-detached house dates from 1900 to 1929 and sits in The Poets, a protected historic area. Nine nearby property fronts have a direct view of the site, while 322 are screened by buildings. The closest homes are directly adjacent to the north-west, west and east. The changes could improve the home's energy use but may also alter its outside appearance. The council has recorded that an assessment of effects on the historic area is missing.

What you can do

You can comment through Cheltenham Borough Council and quote reference 26/01219/FUL. Explain how the outside changes may affect the historic area, nearby homes or street views. The council cannot consider effects on property prices.