Planning appeal decision
36A Riffel Road, London, NW2 4PH
Planning appeal 3291701 at 36A Riffel Road, London, NW2 4PH (London Borough of Brent) was dismissed on 7 October 2022 by Inspector Veevers A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host property and area.
rear dormer window, rear dormer window with terrace to rear outrigger, two front rooflights and replacement of first floor rear window with doors and installation of balcony to first floor flat
- Authority
- London Borough of Brent
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Veevers A
- Postcode
- NW2 4PH
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- the effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the host property and area
- the effect of the proposal on the living conditions of neighbouring occupants with particular regard to privacy
What decided it
The proposed dormers set too low above the eaves would appear as obtrusive and discordant additions to the roof, and the first floor balcony would substantially increase overlooking and harm neighbouring privacy, both conflicting with Policy DMP1 of the development plan.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy DMP1 of the Brent Local Plan 2019-2041
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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