Planning appeal decision
153 Kyverdale Road, London, N16 6PS
Planning appeal 3286452 at 153 Kyverdale Road, London, N16 6PS (London Borough of Hackney) was dismissed on 9 June 2022 by Inspector Sutton A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the dwellings and surrounding area.
‘Single storey side and rear extension for No 151/153, and part first floor rear extension. at No 153, Alterations to the existing front entrance involving new basement access. Further excavation and enlargement of existing basement level. for No 153.’
- Authority
- London Borough of Hackney
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Sutton A
- Postcode
- N16 6PS
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the dwellings and surrounding area
- The living conditions of the occupants of 155 Kyverdale Road, with regards daylight and outlook
What decided it
The proposal would harmfully alter the character and appearance of the dwellings by disrupting their vertical emphasis and elegant proportions through substantial extensions that exceed the depth already permitted at the neighbouring property, conflicting with local plan design policies.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy D4 of the London PlanPolicy LP1 of the Hackney Local PlanPolicy LP2 of the Hackney Local Plan
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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