Planning appeal decision
81-87 St. John Street, Farringdon, London, EC1M 4NQ
Planning appeal 3264245 at 81-87 St. John Street, Farringdon, London, EC1M 4NQ (London Borough of Islington) was allowed in part (a split decision) on 3 September 2021 by Inspector Hunter J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the living conditions of the occupiers of neighbouring properties with particular regard to noise and disturbance.
part demolition and erection of an external terrace and replacement plant at the rear ground floor
- Authority
- London Borough of Islington
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- other · Minor retail and services
- Inspector
- Hunter J
- Postcode
- EC1M 4NQ
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the living conditions of the occupiers of neighbouring properties with particular regard to noise and disturbance
What decided it
The proposed external terrace would have a significantly harmful impact on the living conditions of neighbouring residents due to noise and disturbance from commercial activities in an enclosed courtyard setting, contrary to Policy DM2.1.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy DM2.1 of the Islington Local Plan, Development Management Policies 2013
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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