43 Artesian Road LONDON W2 5DB

installation of 1.1 metre high, black, metal railing to the roof of the closet wing without complying with a condition attach ed to planning permission Ref 15/09116/FUL, dated 22 December 2015.  The condition in dispute is No 3 which states that: “You must not use the flat roof around which the railings are to be installed for sitting out or for any other purposes unless we have given you our written approval beforehand. You can however use the roof to escape in an emergency and for maintenance purposes.”  The reason given for the condition is: “To protect the privacy and environment of people in neighbouring properties

Authority: City of Westminster Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS) Appeal
Procedure: Written representations
Postcode: W2 5DB

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