Planning appeal decision
71b Randolph Avenue, London, W9 1DW
Planning appeal 3287982 at 71b Randolph Avenue, London, W9 1DW (City of Westminster Council) was allowed on 17 June 2022 by Inspector Young D, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the development on the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers.
the replacement of existing chimney cowl (retrospective application)
- Authority
- City of Westminster Council
- Appeal type
- other · Listed Building Consent & Conservation Area Consent Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- other · Other minor developments
- Inspector
- Young D
- Postcode
- W9 1DW
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the development on the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers
- The character and appearance of the host building and the Maida Vale Conservation Area
What decided it
For Appeal A: the failure to demonstrate that all potential noise-compliant alternatives had been explored, notwithstanding sympathy for the appellant's circumstances. For Appeal B: the cowl's recessed rear location, minimal visual change from its predecessor, and lack of impact on the street scene or public views of the heritage asset.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy 7Policy 33Policy 38CPolicy 38Policy 39Policy 40
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 188
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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