1 Elmbank Avenue, BARNET, EN5 3DU

the change of use of outbuilding into a self contained residential dwelling. Demolition of garage

Authority: London Borough of Barnet
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Change of use
Inspector: Hickey A

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
whether the proposed development would provide satisfactory living conditions for the future occupiers
the effect of the proposed development upon the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers

What decided it

The detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the area caused by the removal of the boundary fence and the resulting visual prominence of the building, combined with poor living conditions for future occupiers due to limited outlook, outweighed any neutral benefit regarding neighbouring amenity.

Plan policies cited: Policy 7.3, Policy 7.4, Policy CS1, Policy CS4, Policy CS5, Policy DM01, Policy DM02

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