®Planning appeal decision
16 Rutland Mews South, London, SW7 1NZ
Planning appeal 3273310 at 16 Rutland Mews South, London, SW7 1NZ (Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea) was allowed on 10 November 2021 by Inspector Thomas G, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effects of the proposed development on the living conditions of nearby residential properties in relation to noise.
for the extension of existing mansard roof to the rear to provide acoustic screening for 7 No Air Conditioning Units. Plant area to be relocated from the rear garden at ground floor level to roof level at the rear of the property
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- utilities-energy · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Thomas G
- Postcode
- SW7 1NZ
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effects of the proposed development on the living conditions of nearby residential properties in relation to noise
What decided it
The noise report and proposed mitigation measures, including acoustic lining and anti-vibration mounts, demonstrated that the relocated plant would meet noise standards and protect the living conditions of neighbouring properties.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy CL5Policy CE6
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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