2 Kearton Close, Kenley, CR8 5EN

Planning appeal 3295657 at 2 Kearton Close, Kenley, CR8 5EN (London Borough of Croydon) was dismissed on 18 November 2022 by Inspector Smith J, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area, with particular regard to the height, scale and massing of the proposed building and the effect on existing trees.

flatted development within the rear of no. 2 Kearton Close to comprise of three units including landscaping, cycle and refuse store

Authority: London Borough of Croydon
Appeal type: minor · Planning Appeal
Procedure: Written Representations
Development: residential · Minor Dwellings
Inspector: Smith J
Postcode: CR8 5EN

Main issues, as the Inspector framed them

the effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the area, with particular regard to the height, scale and massing of the proposed building and the effect on existing trees
the suitability of the proposed access arrangements, with particular regard to pedestrian safety
the suitability of the proposed layout in relation to cycle storage, refuse collection and fire safety

What decided it

The proposed development would adversely affect the character and appearance of the area through its disproportionate massing and loss of trees, and would create an unsafe environment for pedestrians within the site due to the narrow access arrangements, contrary to development plan policies.

What the Inspector cited

Development plan policies: Policy SP4Policy DM10Policy DM10.1Policy DM13Policy DM27Policy DM28Policy DM29Policy DM30Policy D12
National Planning Policy Framework: Paragraph 110Paragraph 111

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