Planning appeal decision
2 Dewberry Gardens, Beckton, London, E6 5UG
Planning appeal 3289051 at 2 Dewberry Gardens, Beckton, London, E6 5UG (London Borough of Newham) was allowed on 8 September 2022 by Inspector Guest H, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area.
demolition of the existing two storey dwelling and garage and construction of a new building to provide 7 self-contained flats (comprising of 4 x 2 bedroom and 3 x 3 bedroom units) with associated refuse and cycle storage
- Authority
- London Borough of Newham
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Guest H
- Postcode
- E6 5UG
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area
What decided it
The proposal's consistent use of materials and architectural features reflecting those on Dewberry Gardens, combined with its comparable scale to opposite and nearby 3-storey properties and its contextual fit within the more varied character of Tollgate Road, meant it would not harm the character and appearance of the area.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy S5Policy SP1Policy SP2Policy SP3Policy SP7Policy SP8Policy H1Policy D1Policy D3Policy D4Policy D8
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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