Planning appeal decision
Photo Arts, 105 Burnt Oak Broadway, Edgware, HA8 5EN
Planning appeal 3277379 at Photo Arts, 105 Burnt Oak Broadway, Edgware, HA8 5EN (London Borough of Harrow) was dismissed on 12 July 2022 by Inspector Rafferty C, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and surrounding area.
a part single & two story rear extension to provide storage to GF retail & FF office space (B1 use) with associated alterations
- Authority
- London Borough of Harrow
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- retail · Minor offices/R&D/light industry
- Inspector
- Rafferty C
- Postcode
- HA8 5EN
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and surrounding area
- The living conditions of neighbouring residential occupiers, with regards to light, outlook, and privacy
- Crime and antisocial behaviour
What decided it
The significant adverse effects on the character and appearance of the surrounding area and the living conditions of neighbouring residents regarding light, outlook and privacy could not be justified and were not outweighed by any material considerations.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy D3 of the London Plan (2021)Policy D1 of the London Plan (2021)Policy CS1 of the Harrow Core Strategy (2012)Policy DM1 of the Harrow Council Development Management Policies (2013)Policy DM2 of the Harrow Council Development Management Policies (2013)Supplementary Planning Document Residential Design Guide (2010)Mayors Housing SPG (2016)
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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