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Allowed8 August 20223282618

36 Old Church Road, Chingford, E4 8DB

Planning appeal 3282618 at 36 Old Church Road, Chingford, E4 8DB (Waltham Forest London Borough Council) was allowed on 8 August 2022 by Inspector Rafferty C, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the development on the viability and vitality of the South Chingford District Centre.

change of use from former bank (Use class E) to adult gaming centre (Sui Generis) use, removal of former ATM from front elevation

Authority
Waltham Forest London Borough Council
Appeal type
minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure
Written Representations
Development
leisure-sport · Minor retail and services
Inspector
Rafferty C
Postcode
E4 8DD

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

  • the effect of the development on the viability and vitality of the South Chingford District Centre
  • the living conditions of surrounding occupiers, with particular regard to noise and disturbance

What decided it

The vacant site's return to productive use with restricted opening hours aligned to nearby evening uses, combined with soundproofing measures, would contribute positively to town centre vitality without causing harm to residential amenity.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies
Policy DM25Policy CS14Policy DM27Policy DM32Policy CS7

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