Elmwood, Old Howletts Lane, Ruislip, HA4 7RH

Planning appeal 3281945 at Elmwood, Old Howletts Lane, Ruislip, HA4 7RH (London Borough of Hillingdon) was allowed in part (a split decision) on 13 February 2023 by Inspector Griffin E, 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 the surrounding area.

without planning permission, the erection of an elevated first floor front extension and supporting columns.(“the breach”) outlined and shaded in blue

Authority: London Borough of Hillingdon
Appeal type: enforcement · Enforcement Notice
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Griffin E
Postcode: HA4 7RH

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and the surrounding area

What decided it

The development's location in front of the building line in an elevated position, combined with its size, scale, design, materials and roof style, results in harm to the character and appearance of the host dwelling contrary to local plan policies requiring good design and respect for the original house design.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy BE1 of the Hillingdon Local Plan: Part One – Strategic Policies (November 2012)Policy DMHB 11 of the Hillingdon Local Plan- Part Two Development Management Policies (January 2020)Policy DMHD1 of the Hillingdon Local Plan- Part Two Development Management Policies (January 2020)

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