36 Lancaster Grove, London, NW3 4PB

Planning appeal 3279988 at 36 Lancaster Grove, London, NW3 4PB (London Borough of Camden) was dismissed on 24 May 2022 by Inspector Smith A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: Whether or not the proposal would preserve the Grade II* listed building known as Belsize Fire Station, and any of the features of special architectural or historic interest that it possesses.

described on the application form as: ‘Conversion of former fire station tower to a single dwellinghouse (1 bed flat)’

Authority: London Borough of Camden
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Smith A
Postcode: NW3 4PB

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

Whether or not the proposal would preserve the Grade II* listed building known as Belsize Fire Station, and any of the features of special architectural or historic interest that it possesses
Whether or not the proposal would acceptably guard against parking stress and promote sustainable transport choices
Whether or not the proposal would make adequate provision for affordable housing

What decided it

The less than substantial harm to the listed building's special interest and significance caused by the extent of internal interventions required for the conversion, combined with failure to secure car-free parking and affordable housing contributions, outweighed the modest public benefits of delivering one additional housing unit.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy T2Policy H4Policy D2
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 202

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