Planning appeal decision
107a Chestnut Avenue , Hornchurch, RM12 4HH
Planning appeal 3277216 at 107a Chestnut Avenue , Hornchurch, RM12 4HH (London Borough of Havering) was allowed on 1 November 2021 by Inspector Thomas M, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on character and appearance of the host dwelling and the wider area.
a first floor rear extension
- Authority
- London Borough of Havering
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Thomas M
- Postcode
- RM12 4HH
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on character and appearance of the host dwelling and the wider area
- The effect on the living conditions of the occupants of 107 Chestnut Avenue with particular regard to outlook and light
What decided it
The design of the proposed extension, particularly the sloping roof and dormer positioning, would maintain character and appearance while ensuring adequate light and outlook for the neighbouring property in compliance with Policy DC61.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy DC61 of the Core Strategy and Development Control Policies Development Plan Document (adopted 2008)
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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