Basemnent Flat, 12 WILMINGTON SQUARE, LONDON, WC1X 0ES

Retrospective PP & LBC for minor revisions to previously approved P2017/0556/FUL & P2017/0617/LBC. Inclusion of recently uncovered vault into the plan form. adjustment of WC layout to allow entrance into the vault, revisions to proposed flooring, front door and confirmation of wall and ceiling linings and upgrade to glazing. All works have stopped on site

Authority: London Borough of Islington
Appeal type: householder · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Thompson P

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

Whether the proposals preserve a Grade II listed building, known as 'Numbers 1 to 12, 12a to 12c (Consecutive) and Attached Railings', and any features of special historic interest that it possesses, and the extent to which they preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the New River Conservation Area

What decided it

The harmful alterations to the basement vault and other proposed works would fail to preserve the special historic interest of the Grade II listed building and the character and appearance of the New River Conservation Area, and the identified public benefits do not outweigh the less than substantial harm identified.

Framework references: 197, 199, 202

Plan policies cited: Policy CS9, Policy DM2.3, Policy HC1

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