39 Newton Road, LONDON, W2 5JR

demolition of the building behind retained facade. Removal of existing mansard and raise height of parapet. Rebuild side and rear elevations with extensions to side and rear. Rebuild existing front boundary wall and piers and installation of new railings and gates

Authority: City of Westminster Council
Appeal type: householder · Householder (HAS)
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Householder developments
Inspector: Tucker A

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the building and the area, including the Westbourne Conservation Area.

What decided it

The proposal would fail to preserve the character and appearance of the Westbourne Conservation Area by removing the original front façade and rebuilding the dwelling in a manner that does not respect its original appearance, and the limited public benefits do not outweigh this heritage harm.

Framework references: 199, 202

Plan policies cited: Policy 38, Policy 39, Policy 40

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