Planning appeal decision
4 Grosvenor Gardens, Wallington, SM6 9QJ
Planning appeal 3293441 at 4 Grosvenor Gardens, Wallington, SM6 9QJ (London Borough of Sutton) was allowed on 20 July 2022 by Inspector Guest H, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area, with specific regard to the Blenheim Gardens/Onslow Gardens Area of Special Local Character (ASLC).
the erection of two semi-detached dwellings following the demolition of existing bungalow
- Authority
- London Borough of Sutton
- Appeal type
- minor · Planning Appeal
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Minor Dwellings
- Inspector
- Guest H
- Postcode
- SM6 9QJ
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposal on the character and appearance of the area, with specific regard to the Blenheim Gardens/Onslow Gardens Area of Special Local Character (ASLC)
What decided it
The proposed dwellings would be of comparable scale and mass to the existing semi-detached pairs in the street, incorporate consistent design features and materials, and maintain the established building line and street rhythm, thereby preserving the character and appearance of the Area of Special Local Character.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy 28Policy 30
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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