Guide to Objecting to Planning Application 143025/LO/2025
Listed Building Consent for Alterations to Sculptural Wall (Hollaway Wall)
Quick Reference
- Application Number: 143025/LO/2025
- Type: Listed Building Consent
- Structure: Sculptural Wall (Hollaway Wall) - Grade II Listed
- Key Objection: Substantial harm to special architectural and historic interest
The current proposals involve laying flat large sections of the wall and enclosing part of the wall inside a new building. This will affect around 30% of the structure - which is a Grade II listed building of national artistic merit.
Steps 1-3: Quick Preparation Checklist
Step 1: Check Deadline
You have 21 days from publication to object. Find the consultation end date on the planning authority's website. DEADLINE FRIDAY 20.06.25.
Step 2: Review Key Documents
Check the planning authority's website for:
- Application plans showing proposed alterations
- Heritage Impact Assessment (if provided)
- Listed Building Description from Historic England
Step 3: Valid Objection Grounds
Focus on heritage-specific concerns:
- Substantial harm to the listed structure's special character
- Insufficient justification for the alterations
- Policy conflicts with NPPF heritage protection requirements
Key Legal Framework: NPPF Paragraph 201 requires refusal unless "substantial public benefits outweigh the harm"
Step 4: Structure Your Objection
Opening Statement
"I wish to OBJECT to Listed Building Consent Application 143025/LO/2025 for alterations to the Sculptural Wall (Hollaway Wall), a Grade II listed structure."
Main Objection Points
1. Substantial Harm to Heritage Asset
- Explain how the proposed alterations constitute substantial harm
- Reference the specific elements of special interest that would be damaged
- Highlight the irreversible nature of the changes
- Quote from the listing description to show what would be lost
2. Inadequate Justification
- Challenge the necessity of the proposed alterations
- Question whether public benefits outweigh the heritage harm
- Identify any gaps in the heritage assessment
3. Policy Conflicts
- Reference specific NPPF paragraphs (particularly 201-202)
- Cite local planning policies on heritage protection
- Reference Historic England guidance where relevant
4. Alternative Solutions
- Suggest less harmful approaches if possible
- Question whether all alternatives have been properly explored
Supporting Evidence (if possible)
- Include photographs of the current structure
- Reference expert opinions or heritage assessments
- Cite relevant case law or appeal decisions if known
- Include details of the structure's artistic and historic significance
Step 5: Submit Your Objection
How to Submit:
Online (Preferred):
- Visit the local planning authority's website
- Search for application 143025/LO/2025 - here
- Use the online comment form
By Email:
- Send to the planning department's general email - planning@manchester.gov.uk
- Include application number in subject line - 143025/LO/2025
- Request confirmation of receipt
Required Information:
- Your name and address
- Application number: 143025/LO/2025
- Clear statement that you OBJECT
- Your detailed reasons for objection
- Contact details for correspondence
Key Legal Points to Reference
Substantial Harm Test
"In determining whether works to a listed building constitute substantial harm, an important consideration would be whether the adverse impact seriously affects a key element of its special architectural or historic interest"
Burden of Proof
The applicant must demonstrate that substantial harm is necessary to achieve substantial public benefits that outweigh that harm.
Statutory Duty
The planning authority has a statutory duty under the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 to have special regard to preserving the building's special architectural or historic interest.
Sample Key Phrases for Your Objection
- "The proposed alterations would cause substantial harm to the special architectural and historic interest of this Grade II listed structure"
- "The changes are fundamental and irreparable, permanently altering the character of the listed asset"
- "No clear and convincing justification has been provided for this level of harm to a designated heritage asset"
- "The artistic merit that contributed to the structure's listing would be significantly compromised"
- "The proposal fails to comply with NPPF paragraphs 201-202 regarding substantial harm to heritage assets"
Important Reminders
- Act Quickly: File objections within 21 days of publication
- Be Specific: Focus on heritage harm rather than general planning concerns
- Stay Factual: Avoid emotional language; stick to heritage policy and evidence
- Get Confirmation: Ensure your objection is officially recorded