The appeal is dismissed and planning permission refused for demolition of existing building and erection of 8 apartments with associated car parking at The Pines, 39 Mudeford, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 3NQ. The application ref. 8/13/0525, dated 4 November 2013, was refused by notice dated 27 August 2014. The appeal is made by Nicholas James Investments Ltd against the decision of Christchurch Borough Council.