Planning appeal decision
2 Harrow Crescent , Romford, RM3 7AB
Planning appeal 3285085 at 2 Harrow Crescent , Romford, RM3 7AB (London Borough of Havering) was allowed on 30 March 2022 by Inspector Bell-Williamson J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed rear dormer on the character and appearance of the appeal site and surrounding area.
erection of single storey side extension, loft conversion with front and rear dormers and change of front door
- Authority
- London Borough of Havering
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Bell-Williamson J
- Postcode
- RM3 7AB
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed rear dormer on the character and appearance of the appeal site and surrounding area
What decided it
The proposed rear dormer would be proportionate to the rear roof slope, properly positioned in accordance with SPD guidance, and not uncharacteristic of the surrounding area, therefore not causing harmful effects on character and appearance.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy DC61 of the Havering Core Strategy and Development Control Policies Development Plan Document (2008)
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 54
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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