Planning appeal decision
179 West Heath Road, London, NW3 7TT
Planning appeal 3282003 at 179 West Heath Road, London, NW3 7TT (London Borough of Barnet) was allowed on 11 March 2022 by Inspector Bowyer J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the living conditions of the occupiers of neighbouring dwellings with particular regard to privacy and noise disturbance.
conversion of flat 1 into 2no self-contained flats including basement extension with lightwell and single storey rear extension. Associated refuse and recycling’ without complying with conditions attached to planning permission Ref 19/4587/FUL, dated 7 April 2020
- Authority
- London Borough of Barnet
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Bowyer J
- Postcode
- NW3 7TT
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the living conditions of the occupiers of neighbouring dwellings with particular regard to privacy and noise disturbance
What decided it
The proposed privacy screening to the sides of the terrace would prevent harmful overlooking of neighbouring properties while the single-dwelling use and available additional outdoor space would prevent unacceptable noise disturbance or loss of amenity.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy CS NPPFPolicy CS1Policy DM01Policy DM02Supplementary Planning Document: Sustainable Design and Construction 2016
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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