Planning appeal decision
57 Richmond Road , Barnet, EN5 1SF
Planning appeal 3300428 at 57 Richmond Road , Barnet, EN5 1SF (London Borough of Barnet) was dismissed on 28 October 2022 by Inspector Robbie K, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effects of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host property and the surrounding area.
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- Authority
- London Borough of Barnet
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Robbie K
- Postcode
- EN5 1SF
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effects of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the host property and the surrounding area
- The living conditions of the occupiers of 55 and 59 Richmond Road with particular regard to outlook and light
What decided it
The less than substantial harm to the non-designated heritage asset and character and appearance of the terrace, which was not outweighed by any identified benefits of the proposal.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy CS5Policy DM01Policy DM06
- National Planning Policy Framework
- Paragraph 199Paragraph 203
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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