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Dismissed29 April 20223278135

373 Long Lane, Bexleyheath, DA7 5JJ

Planning appeal 3278135 at 373 Long Lane, Bexleyheath, DA7 5JJ (London Borough of Bexley) was dismissed on 29 April 2022 by Inspector Praine N, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area.

for the construction of a detached two storey three bedroom single dwelling

Authority
London Borough of Bexley
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector
Praine N
Postcode
DA7 5JJ

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
  • highway safety with regard to the adequacy of on-site turning and visibility
  • the living conditions of the neighbouring occupants of 375 Long Lane with particular reference to outlook and privacy

What decided it

The proposed development would harm the character and appearance of the area by disrupting the established building line and pattern of development, and it has not been demonstrated that highway safety would be maintained with regard to on-site turning and visibility.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy H3Policy H8Policy ENV39Policy CS01Policy CS02Development Control Guideline 5Policy G18Policy CS15

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