PLANS to create a seven-bedroom house in multiple occupation (HMO) have been approved on appeal. Politicians in Flintshire rejected proposals to extend a property on Gladstone Road in Broughton in July because they said it would impact on the appearance of the area. They also claimed it would have a negative effect on road safety. However, Chris Walsh who entered the plans launched an appeal against the decision. He has now been given permission to go ahead with the development by a planning inspector appointed by the Welsh Government. In a report, Iwan Lloyd concluded that it would not have a negative social impact on the area. He said: “Given the variety of appearances of houses in the area there is no one distinctive character trait to follow. “The residents and the council are concerned about the intensification of the use given rise by the proposed physical works to the property. “However, there is no specific reason for refusal on the nature and type of proposed use. “I conclude that the physical works are acceptable, and the proposal would not harm the character and appearance of the area. “The site is in a sustainable location, and there is no compelling evidence to indicate that the parking demands would not be met on site. “I therefore do not consider there would be a deficiency in the provision of parking spaces on the site.” An application for costs was made against Flintshire Council by Mr Walsh as part of the appeal. However, while he overturned their decision, Mr Lloyd said the planning committee had not acted unreasonably.