Planning appeal decision
Flats 1 & 2, 18 Lynford Gardens, Ilford, IG3 9LY
Planning appeal 3290404 at Flats 1 & 2, 18 Lynford Gardens, Ilford, IG3 9LY (London Borough of Redbridge) was dismissed on 15 September 2022 by Inspector Wilkinson H, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the surrounding area, with particular regard to the size and position of the rear dormer window.
remove chimney. Single storey rear extension. Loft conversion with rear dormer. Three front rooflights
- Authority
- London Borough of Redbridge
- Appeal type
- householder · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Wilkinson H
- Postcode
- IG3 9LY
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the surrounding area, with particular regard to the size and position of the rear dormer window
What decided it
The proposed rear dormer's size and position would dominate the roof slope and harm the character and appearance of the surrounding area, conflicting with the development plan policies and design guidance.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy LP26Policy LP30
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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