Bramleys, 217 Bramley Road, LONDON, N14 4XA

change of use from estate agent (A2) to cafe (A3) involving two storey rear extension with basement level to allow for a B1/C3 live/work unit and installation of extractor flue (Retrospective)

Authority: London Borough of Enfield
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: retail · Minor general industry/storage/warehousing
Inspector: Symmons J

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area
the living conditions of the neighbouring occupiers of 215A and 217A Bramley Road regarding outlook and light
the living conditions of future and neighbouring occupiers regarding noise

What decided it

The absence of sufficient detail regarding the kitchen extraction system's noise specification meant unacceptable harm to the living conditions of future and neighbouring residential occupiers regarding noise could not be ruled out, combined with the proposal's adverse effect on the character and appearance of the area.

Plan policies cited: Policy CP30, Policy CP2, Policy CP4, Policy CP32, Policy DMD8, Policy DMD11, Policy DMD37, Policy DMD29, Policy DMD32, Policy DMD64, Policy DMD65, Policy DMD68, Policy D1, Policy D4, Policy D14

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