170 Long Lane , Finchley, London, N3 2RA

Creation of 1no self-contained unit within the roof space. Roof extension with rear dormer windows and rooflights. Removal of chimney stacks

Authority: London Borough of Barnet
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Witherley S

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect on the living conditions of future occupiers with regards to floor-to-ceiling heights, outlook, light and outdoor amenity space

What decided it

The proposed development fails to meet Policy D6 of the London Plan requirement for minimum floor-to-ceiling heights of 2.5m for at least 75% of the gross internal area, resulting in substandard living conditions for future occupiers that cannot be outweighed by other considerations.

Plan policies cited: Policy D6 of the London Plan 2021, Policy DM01 of the Barnet Local Plan Development Management Policies Development Plan Document 2012, Policy DM02 of the Barnet Local Plan Development Management Policies Development Plan Document 2012, Barnet Local Plan Supplementary Planning Document: Sustainable Design and Construction 2016

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