Planning appeal decision
1A Broadway, Romford, RM2 5NS
Planning appeal 3284608 at 1A Broadway, Romford, RM2 5NS (London Borough of Havering) was dismissed on 29 April 2022 by Inspector Clarke B, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the development upon the character and appearance of the Conservation Area.
the demolition of the existing chalet style bungalow, and the construction of a replacement detached two-storey with loft accommodation, five- bedroom dwelling, with an integral garage and an outbuilding
- Authority
- London Borough of Havering
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Other minor developments
- Inspector
- Clarke B
- Postcode
- RM2 5NS
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- the effect of the development upon the character and appearance of the Conservation Area
- the effect of the development upon the living conditions of the occupiers of neighbouring properties, with particular reference to outlook and light
What decided it
The adverse effects on the character and appearance of the Conservation Area and the harm to neighbouring living conditions, combined with limited public benefits, meant the proposal conflicted with the development plan and could not be justified under the Framework.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy 26Policy 28Policy 7Policy HC1 of the London Plan (2021)
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 200Paragraph 202
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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