Pinner residents object to 'eyesore' 5G mast plans

There are fears that if the 5G mast in Moss Lane, Pinner, is in place, then it would be over 5m above the tallest adjacent tree.

An application submitted in October has received a plethora of arguments against its development, with many claiming that it could harm the “special character” of the residential street.

Proposals are in place for a mast outside 6 Moss Lane (Image: Street View)

Specifically, residents in Moss Lane have argued that the mast would interfere with the “picturesque” setting of the street, which is close to three conservation areas and several listed buildings or monuments.

Martin Brownstone, who has lived in the area for 15 years, said: “It would make a mockery of the planning process.

“Moss Lane is a beautiful lane to walk down.

“There are alternative sites within the application that were dismissed because of trees that are lesser heights.”

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He added that it would be “inappropriate” to have a 21st century structure sitting between a historical area, adding that the mast would be visible from hills in the surrounding area.

There are fears that a mast could ruin the characteristics of the area such as the Five Courts in Pinner - 25m away from the site (Image: Martin Brownstone)

Other members in the Pinner Association shared similar complaints, with many pointing out alternative areas that were rejected in the application including a “less prominent site” by Wakehams Hill.

The association said in a statement: “The Pinner Association, as an amenity society, has strong objections to the position of this installation because of the harm to the significance of the area.

“Moss Lane is an ancient thoroughfare linking the designated heritage assets of Tookes Green CA, East End Farm CA and Moss Lane CA.

“The rural aspect of the thoroughfare has been protected and the green verges contribute to retaining this rural aspect. Moss Lane itself is a heritage asset although sections of it are undesignated.

"The Fives Court is a designated heritage asset being a Grade II listed building and with a blue plaque.”

The verge near the site (Image: Martin Brownstone)

Objections published in the planning portal state that “less prominent areas should be considered”.

Another person said it would be an “ugly intrusion on a lovely leafy lane”.

An application document says that the technology will push the technology to "improve communications" and "provide access to vital services".

A Harrow Council spokesperson “We are currently reviewing the application before a final decision is made and all objections will be taken into consideration.”

Applicant CK Hutchison has been approached for comment.