18 St. Edmunds Avenue, Ruislip, HA4 7XW

Planning appeal 3261068 at 18 St. Edmunds Avenue, Ruislip, HA4 7XW (London Borough of Hillingdon) was dismissed on 18 June 2021 by Inspector McAndrew R, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the dwelling and the area.

described as, ‘part two storey, part single storey rear extension with Juliette balcony involving demolition of existing extension and conversion of roof space to habitable use to include 2 x rear dormers, 2 x front dormers, 7 x roof light and conversion of roof from hip to gable end with alterations to fenestration, hard standing to front, associated refuse and recycling store including rebuilding of existing garage

Authority: London Borough of Hillingdon
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: McAndrew R
Postcode: HA4 7XW

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the dwelling and the area
The effect on the living conditions of neighbours, specifically No 16, in terms of loss of light and loss of outlook

What decided it

The substantial bulk, depth and incongruous design of the proposed rear extension would unacceptably harm the character and appearance of the host dwelling and surrounding area, and would unacceptably reduce daylight and harm the outlook of the neighbouring occupier at No 16.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy BE1 of the Hillingdon Local Plan: Part One – Strategic Policies (2012)Policy DMHD 1 of the Hillingdon Local Plan: Part Two – Development Management Policies (2020)Policy DMHB 11 of the Hillingdon Local Plan: Part Two – Development Management Policies (2020)
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 127

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