Ground and First Floor Flat, 147 Farmer's Road, LONDON, SE5 0TW

additional storey extension above dwelling

Authority: London Borough of Southwark
Appeal type: householder · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: MacLeod R

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the development on the character and appearance of the dwelling, terrace and street scene in relation to its height and scale
the effect of the floor to ceiling height on living conditions of future occupiers

What decided it

The proposal would be perceived as a conspicuous, bulky and incongruous addition that would disrupt the stepped arrangement and unifying features of the terrace, thereby conflicting with development plan policies requiring design to respect local character and context.

Framework references: 120, 130

Plan policies cited: Saved Policy 3.12, Saved Policy 3.13, Policy P12, Policy P13, Policy D4, Policy 12, Saved Policy 4.2, Policy P14

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