178A Hammersmith Grove, London, W6 7HF

Planning appeal 3290452 at 178A Hammersmith Grove, London, W6 7HF (London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham) was allowed on 16 September 2022 by Inspector Robbie K, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the appeal property and the surrounding area, having regard to whether the scheme would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Hammersmith Grove Conservation Area.

the erection of a single-storey rear extension at basement level including excavation of part of the rear garden

Authority: London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Robbie K
Postcode: W6 7HF

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the development on the character and appearance of the appeal property and the surrounding area, having regard to whether the scheme would preserve or enhance the character or appearance of the Hammersmith Grove Conservation Area
The living conditions of the occupiers of the basement flats of 176 and 180 Hammersmith Grove with particular regard to loss to outlook

What decided it

The site-specific circumstances, including the low level of the proposal, appropriate design, and context of other extensions on the terrace, justified departure from SPD guidance while still preserving the Conservation Area character and not materially harming neighbouring living conditions.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: DC1DC4DC8HO11
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 134Paragraph 202

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