Planning appeal decision
7 Christchurch Close, London, SW19 2NZ
Planning appeal 3282960 at 7 Christchurch Close, London, SW19 2NZ (London Borough of Merton) was allowed on 16 March 2022 by Inspector Marshall E, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The impact of the proposal upon the character and appearance of the Christchurch Close, the surrounding streetscene and neighbouring visual amenity.
demolition of existing garage and erection of 1 x 2 bedroom two storey detached dwellinghouse
- Authority
- London Borough of Merton
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Marshall E
- Postcode
- SW19 2NZ
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The impact of the proposal upon the character and appearance of the Christchurch Close, the surrounding streetscene and neighbouring visual amenity
What decided it
The contemporary design, whilst contrasting with surrounding terraces, was found to have sufficient distinctive merit to contribute positively to the character and appearance of the streetscene and visual amenity, and was consistent with relevant design policies.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Sites and Policies Plan 2014 Policy DM.D2Core Strategy 2011 Policy CS14Core Strategy 2011 Policy CS20Sites and Policies Plan 2014 Policy DM T5London Plan 2021 Policy D3
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 111
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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