16 Branksome Way, New Malden, KT3 3AU

Planning appeal 3269090 at 16 Branksome Way, New Malden, KT3 3AU (Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames) was dismissed on 29 October 2021 by Inspector Britnell S, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of varying the planning condition on the character and appearance of the approved building and the area.

demolition of existing bungalow and erection of 2x semi-detached dwelling houses at 16 Branksome Way, New Malden KT3 3AU without complying with a condition attached to planning permission Ref 20/00169/FUL, dated 1 April 2020

Authority: Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Other minor developments
Inspector: Britnell S
Postcode: KT3 3AU

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of varying the planning condition on the character and appearance of the approved building and the area
The effect of varying the planning condition on the living conditions for future occupants, with particular regard to outdoor space
The effect of varying the planning condition on the living conditions of the occupants of No.18 Branksome Way, with particular regard to daylight

What decided it

The proposed rear dormers would dominate the host roof and appear as unsympathetic additions causing unacceptable harm to the character and appearance of the building and area, which was not outweighed by any benefits.

The harms to character and appearance caused by the proposed dormers, attributed significant weight, were not outweighed by any benefits, resulting in dismissal of the appeal.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: CS Policy CS 8CS Policy DM 10

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