Planning appeal decision
20 Archbishops Place, London, SW2 2AJ
Planning appeal 3287925 at 20 Archbishops Place, London, SW2 2AJ (London Borough of Lambeth) was allowed on 25 June 2022 by Inspector Davis J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and surrounding area, including on the Rush Common and Brixton Hill Conservation Area.
Demolition of roof. Construction of replacement roof, with rooflights and new dormer at rear
- Authority
- London Borough of Lambeth
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- other · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Davis J
- Postcode
- SW2 2AJ
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host dwelling and surrounding area, including on the Rush Common and Brixton Hill Conservation Area.
What decided it
The dormer's subordinate scale, central positioning, matching materials, and alignment with existing fenestration, combined with precedent from similar dormers in the area, satisfied the requirement to preserve the conservation area's character and appearance.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy Q5Policy Q8Policy Q11Policy Q22
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 197Paragraph 199
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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