®Planning appeal decision
29 Benton's Lane, London, SE27 9UD
Planning appeal 3268372 at 29 Benton's Lane, London, SE27 9UD (London Borough of Lambeth) was dismissed on 9 August 2021 by Inspector Scott A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the development on the living conditions of the future and existing occupiers of the site with particular regard to outlook, and outdoor space.
Change of use of basement to provide two 2no. Studio Flats (Use Class C3)
- Authority
- London Borough of Lambeth
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Change of use
- Inspector
- Scott A
- Postcode
- SE27 9UD
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the development on the living conditions of the future and existing occupiers of the site with particular regard to outlook, and outdoor space
- Whether or not a financial contribution towards affordable housing is required
What decided it
The proposal would create unacceptable living conditions for future and existing occupiers through poor outlook and loss of private outdoor space, and fails to secure a required financial contribution towards affordable housing.
The limited housing benefit and potential reuse of underused basement space were outweighed by the unacceptable living conditions created and the failure to secure affordable housing contributions.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Lambeth Local Plan 2015 Policy Q2Lambeth Local Plan 2015 Policy H5Lambeth Local Plan Policy D4Lambeth Local Plan Policy H2
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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