Planning appeal decision
68 The Ridgeway, Golders Green, London, NW11 8PG
Planning appeal 3279539 at 68 The Ridgeway, Golders Green, London, NW11 8PG (London Borough of Barnet) was dismissed on 11 March 2022 by Inspector Bowyer J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed variation of condition on the character and appearance of the host building and area.
conversion of the existing dwelling into 5no self-contained flats. Roof extension including erection of dormer windows to front, rear and side elevations. Associated refuse and recycling, parking, cycle store and amenity space’ without complying with a condition attached to planning permission Ref 19/6271/FUL, dated 25 November 2020
- Authority
- London Borough of Barnet
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Bowyer J
- Postcode
- NW11 8PG
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed variation of condition on the character and appearance of the host building and area
What decided it
The additional rear dormer, by virtue of its positioning directly above existing dormers and proximity to the roof ridge, would create an unmistakeable four-storey appearance and cluttered roofscape that would cause unacceptable harm to the character and appearance of the host building and area in conflict with the development plan.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy CS1Policy CS5Policy DM01
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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