252, Lower Road, London, SE8 5DJ

Planning appeal 3275088 at 252, Lower Road, London, SE8 5DJ (London Borough of Southwark) was allowed on 27 June 2022 by Inspector Evans L, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development, and in particular the mansard roof extension, on the character and appearance of the existing house and the street scene.

loft extension to create additional two bedrooms and bathroom. Internal reconfiguration of spaces with a rear extension to infill rear elevation with side outrigger building. Rear outrigger to be reconfigured to align with main house

Authority: London Borough of Southwark
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Evans L
Postcode: SE8 5DJ

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposed development, and in particular the mansard roof extension, on the character and appearance of the existing house and the street scene
The effect of the proposed two storey extension on the living conditions of adjoining neighbours, with particular reference to outlook and light

What decided it

The proposed extensions, including the mansard roof, would respect the character and appearance of the existing property and local area, and would not result in harmful impacts on neighbours' living conditions.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy D4 of the London Plan 2021Policy P13 of the Southwark Plan 2022Policy P14 of the Southwark Plan 2022Policy P56 of the Southwark Plan 2022
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 130

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